Jury Acquits Man of Attempted Murder, Convicts on Conspiracy, Robbery Charges

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A Baltimore City jury acquitted Christopher Boykin, 25, of attempted murder and several related charges but found him guilty of robbery and multiple conspiracy counts following a three-day trial before Circuit Court Judge Jeffrey M. Geller.

Boykin, who was represented by defense attorney Augustine Okeke, faced over a dozen charges stemming from a violent incident that led to allegations of attempted murder, robbery and firearm use on May 6, 2024. The jury returned its verdict on June 26, finding Boykin not guilty of attempted first- and second-degree murder, first-degree assault, armed robbery, and several firearm-related offenses, including illegal possession of ammunition and firing a gun.

Despite the acquittals, Boykin was convicted of conspiracy to commit first-degree assault and armed robbery, robbery, conspiracy to use a firearm in a felony or violent crime, conspiracy to carry a handgun and reckless endangerment. The jury could not reach a verdict on several lesser charges, including conspiracy to commit robbery, conspiracy to commit theft of property valued under $100 and possession of a firearm with a prior drug conviction.

The prosecution presented evidence that allegedly tied Boykin to a violent robbery attempt. While the jury ultimately did not find sufficient proof beyond a reasonable doubt to support the most serious charges, they concluded Boykin played a role in planning and executing aspects of the crime.

Boykin is scheduled to be sentenced on Oct. 10 before Judge Geller.