A 40-year-old Maryland man, Richard Bennaugh, will most likely spend the rest of his life in prison for the 2024 murder of his roommate. He fatally shot Dominique Scott Hayes during an argument over the TV remote location.
According to a press release issued by the Prince George’s County State’s Attorney’s Office, Bennaugh was sentenced to 50 years in prison on September 12. He was previously convicted of second-degree murder on June 3 in connection with the Hayes’ shooting death.
“Today’s sentence is about honoring the life of the victim and acknowledging the pain their family has endured,” State’s Attorney Tara Jackson said. “While no sentence can erase the grief they feel, we hope this outcome brings them a measure of comfort.”…