In a case that has captured the attention of Martinez, California, an Oakland man has been found guilty on multiple charges, including murder. Ramello Darryl Randle, 28, faced a jury trial for the fatal shooting of 24-year-old Jonaye Lahkel Bridges, which occurred on June 27th, 2020, in Antioch.
The trial, presided over by Judge John W. Kennedy, came after an initial mistrial was declared in 2022 due to Randle’s disruptive behavior in court. Despite further disruptions during the proceedings, including an altercation on March 19th that resulted in injuries to Randle’s attorney and an assault on the prosecutor, the trial concluded with the jury convicting Randle on all counts.
Prosecutors detailed how Randle had meticulously planned the attack, using a tracking device to monitor Bridges’ movements before carrying out the shooting with a pistol equipped with an extended magazine. Deputy District Attorney Kevin Bell remarked on the tragic nature of the crime, emphasizing the loss felt by Bridges’ two young children, including a two-month-old son she shared with Randle.
Randle’s sentencing is scheduled for April 19th, where he will face the consequences of his actions in a case that has highlighted the devastating impact of violence and the misuse of technology in facilitating criminal acts.
