The Virginia Attorney General’s Office announced on April 1 that two men have been convicted in a Hampton homicide case involving the June 2024 death of Martez Corey. Re’al Butler and J.C. Butler were found guilty of first-degree murder, conspiracy to commit murder, use of a firearm in commission of a felony, and maliciously shooting into an occupied building.
This conviction follows the killing of Corey, who was shot while seated on a front porch. Evidence presented at trial showed that bullets also penetrated the home where two teenage children were present during the incident.
Attorney General Jay Jones said, “Violence has no place in our Commonwealth, and when someone commits a violent crime in the Commonwealth of Virginia, they will be held accountable. I’m proud that my office was able to help bring justice to the family and loved ones of Martez Corey. The dedication and collaboration between Hampton and my office is a shining example of how we can work together to keep communities safe.”
The case was investigated by the Hampton Police Division and prosecuted jointly with the Hampton Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office by Senior Assistant Attorney General Molly Newton. A sentencing date for both defendants has been set for June 12, 2026.
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