EVERETT, Mass. – A man has been indicted for murder in the 2015 shooting death of a young mother outside an Everett nightclub, according to Middlesex District Attorney Marian Ryan. Henry Del Rio, 27, is facing first-degree murder, assault and battery, attempt to commit assault, and firearms charges in connection with the death of 21-year-old Ashley Berryman.
Berryman was fatally shot outside the nightclub, leaving behind a three-year-old son. According to investigators, Del Rio had been a long-time suspect in the case and allegedly bragged about his involvement in the shooting to others. The shooting reportedly stemmed from an argument in the parking lot, during which Del Rio opened fire on two men and Berryman was caught in the crossfire. District Attorney Ryan emphasized that Berryman was an innocent victim, and the murder weapon has never been recovered.
After years of investigation and testimonies presented to a grand jury, Del Rio has been formally charged with murder. Despite the lack of physical evidence, Ryan credited the case’s progress to persistence and continued work by law enforcement.
This development brings hope for justice for Berryman’s family and loved ones, who have waited for eight long years for the person responsible for her death to be held accountable. Del Rio is expected to appear in court to face the murder charge in the near future.
In summary, Henry Del Rio has been indicted for the 2015 murder of Ashley Berryman, who was tragically killed outside an Everett nightclub. The District Attorney’s office has highlighted the persistence and relentless effort put into the case, ultimately leading to the formal murder charges against Del Rio. The indictment offers a glimmer of closure and justice for Berryman’s family after years of uncertainty and waiting.