“Renise Wolfe was a talented tattoo artist loved by her clients and community, but her promising life was tragically cut short in a chilling act of violence.
Authorities say her boyfriend, Markeem Benson, is responsible for her death, leaving friends and family devastated. .. Continue reading here ▶
As the details unfold—from Benson’s alleged promises of protection to the courtroom drama that followed—this heartbreaking case sheds light on the hidden dangers of domestic violence and the lives it can shatter”.
A Nevada man has been accused of shooting and killing his girlfriend, who was a well-known tattoo artist.
Markeem Benson is facing charges of open murder for the death of 33-year-old Renise Wolfe. According to police, Wolfe was found dead with multiple gunshot wounds in a North Las Vegas apartment on December 21.
Remembering Renise Wolfe
Wolfe, known as “Nene” to friends and clients, was a talented tattoo artist with 15 years of experience. A friend started a GoFundMe campaign for her memorial service, raising over $10,000 so far.
“With her love for art and ambition, Nene became a licensed tattoo artist and built a strong reputation while perfecting her craft,” the fundraiser’s organizer wrote. “She touched many lives, sharing her passion with hundreds.”
The organizer also shared that Benson had made a promise to Wolfe’s mother before her death. “I’ll get her home safe,” he allegedly said. “I’ll take care of her, I promise,” Wolfe’s mother, Tracy Coleman, told the Las Vegas Review-Journal.
Court Proceedings
Benson has been charged with open murder and possession of a firearm. He is currently being held without bail. It’s unclear if he has entered a plea.
During a court appearance on December 26, tensions ran high when a fight broke out. Wolfe’s father, a retired police officer, allegedly confronted Benson’s brother after claims that the brother had taunted Wolfe’s grieving family in court.
Resources for Domestic Violence
If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 or visit thehotline.org. The hotline is free, confidential, and available 24/7 in more than 170 languages.
