A courtroom in Las Vegas erupted in chaos when two families got into a fight following a court hearing for Markeem Benson, who was accused of shooting his girlfriend Renise Wolfe before calling the police nine hours later. Benson was facing charges of Open Murder and Possession of a Firearm as a felon in relation to Wolfe’s death. The families of Wolfe and Benson confronted each other at the North Las Vegas Justice Court, leading to a physical altercation between Wolfe’s father, a retired police officer, and a man identified as Benson’s brother.
Robert Wolfe was escorted out of the courthouse by court marshals after his confrontation with Benson’s brother. The families met again outside after the hearing, resulting in a second argument that did not turn physical. Renise Wolfe had been dating Benson for only five months when the shooting occurred, following an argument at a family holiday party. Benson, described as possessive, had a history of violent behavior according to a police report, leading to the fatal altercation between the couple at an apartment in Las Vegas.
After the altercation, Benson reportedly called his brother and father admitting to doing something bad. His father called the police the next morning, informing them that Benson had confessed to killing someone. Benson claimed he fell asleep after the shooting, leading to a delay of almost nine hours before authorities were notified. Detectives determined that Wolfe had been shot four times in the back of the head, indicating that Benson was standing over her when he fired the fatal shots. Wolfe’s mother expressed anguish over the manner in which her daughter was killed, describing Wolfe as defenseless and shot while lying on the ground.
Markeem Benson, who has a criminal record including offenses of Home Invasion and Attempted Robbery, was denied bail at his court appearance and remains in custody at the North Las Vegas Community Correctional Center. A probation violation was noted at the time of his arrest. Benson is scheduled to appear in court again for his arraignment on January 30th, 2025. The violent incident has left both families reeling, with the families of Renise Wolfe seeking justice for her untimely death and the family of Markeem Benson grappling with the repercussions of the accusations against him.
The tragic events have highlighted the dangers of possessive and violent behavior in intimate relationships, shedding light on the consequences of escalating conflicts. The heated confrontations between the two families at the courthouse serve as a stark reminder of the emotional turmoil and anger that can arise in the aftermath of such incidents. As the legal proceedings continue, the impact of the fatal shooting will have lasting repercussions for all those involved. The case serves as a sobering illustration of the devastating consequences of domestic violence and the importance of addressing such issues within society.
