3rd Suspect in 2021 Planned Murder of Miramar Teen Sentenced to 40 Years in Prison
Sentencing Hearing
Months after two former high schoolers were sentenced to 25 years in prison after pleading guilty to planning and carrying out the brutal murder of a Broward classmate back in 2021, a third student involved in the scheme also pled guilty.
Guilty Plea
Andre Clements, 20, on Tuesday pleaded guilty to murder, tampering with evidence, and conspiracy to commit murder in the killing of 18-year-old Dwight “DJ” Grant.
Sentence
Clements was sentenced to 40 years in prison, followed by lifetime probation.
Apology and Reaction
During his court appearance, Clements apologized to those who were in the courtroom. The judge presiding over the hearing was seen leaving the courtroom crying.
Background of the Case
According to authorities, Christie Parisien and Jaslyn Smith, plotted with Clements to kill their Miramar High School classmate, Grant, because he allegedly hooked up with Clements’ ex-girlfriend.
Murder Details
Grant was reported missing on October 17, 2021, and his body was found two days later in some bushes at the Miramar apartment complex where he lived. Authorities said he was stabbed with a knife and sword after he was lured into a stairwell at the complex.
Surveillance Footage
The shocking murder was captured on surveillance footage and rocked the Miramar community.
Previous Attempts to Have Case Dropped
In 2023, Clements’ attorneys sought to have the case against him dropped on a technicality. They claimed prosecutors had failed to charge him correctly since in the indictment, Clements’ name was only mentioned in the caption but not in the description below as the law requires.
Conclusion
The case of Dwight “DJ” Grant’s murder is a tragic reminder of the devastating consequences of senseless violence and the importance of justice being served.
FAQs
* Who is Dwight “DJ” Grant? He was an 18-year-old high school student who was murdered in 2021.
* Who are the suspects in the case? Christie Parisien, Jaslyn Smith, and Andre Clements
* What was the motive for the murder? Allegedly, Grant had hooked up with Clements’ ex-girlfriend.
* What was the sentence for Andre Clements? 40 years in prison, followed by lifetime probation.
