(CBS DETROIT) – A Southfield man has been found guilty in connection with the 2018 death of a 77-year-old man.
Reginald William Ramsey, 53, was convicted of manslaughter on Friday, according to the Michigan Attorney General’s office. The verdict is scheduled for July 10.
Prosecutors said Ramsey broke into Thomas Ellis’ home on May 26, 2018, looking for his wife, who was a relative. Ramsey killed Ellis during a struggle and took him to a nearby alley, where he set the victim’s body on fire.
Ellis’ body was found days later. A forensic dentist and anthropologist were able to confirm his identity.
“I am grateful to the prosecutors in my office for pursuing these charges and commend the jury for their service,” Attorney General Dana Nessel said in a statement. “While I know nothing can bring back Mr. Ellis, whose life was tragically lost, I hope the verdict provides a sense of closure for his loved ones.”
