Who Has Tariq Killed? A Body Count Timeline of His Murders So Far

Tariq St. Patrick has racked up an impressive list of victims for a college student. By my count, Tariq has murdered 5 people over the course of the Power universe series so far. His kills include his friend Brayden, professor Reynolds, police officers, and more.

As the only son of notorious drug kingpin James "Ghost" St. Patrick, Tariq was born into a world of violence and crime. But the choices he has made along the way have led him down an even darker path than his father intended. In this article, we‘ll analyze Tariq‘s kills in detail and how they compare to Ghost‘s criminal history.

A Timeline of Blood: Who Has Tariq Killed?

Let‘s walk through a timeline of Tariq‘s murders so far on Power and its spinoffs:

1. Ray Ray – Revenge Killing

Tariq‘s first kill was shooting a gang leader named Ray Ray in cold blood. Here‘s the backstory:

• Ray Ray shot and killed Tariq‘s twin sister Raina during a drive-by.
• Overcome by grief and rage, Tariq tracked down Ray Ray to avenge Raina‘s death.
• Tariq shot and killed Ray Ray execution-style.

This revenge murder marked Tariq‘s first step into embracing the criminal world, at the young age of 16.

2. Professor Jabari Reynolds – Murdered for Blackmail

As a college student at Stansfield University, Tariq began selling drugs to pay tuition. When professor Reynolds discovered his secret drug hustle, Tariq killed the professor rather than submit to blackmail demands.

• Reynolds threatened to expose Tariq‘s drug dealing for better grades and money
• Tariq lured the professor to a remote area and murdered him in cold blood
• Framing others for the murder became Tariq‘s obsession in Power Book II: Ghost Season 1

This ruthless killing highlighted how far Tariq was willing to go to protect his criminal enterprise.

3. Officer Ramirez – Crooked Cop Silenced

Tariq‘s next victim was a crooked cop who helped cover up the Reynolds murder. When Officer Ramirez tried blackmailing Tariq for more money, Tariq arranged the officer‘s execution:

• Ramirez provided security footage to cover up Tariq killing Reynolds
• But later Ramirez demanded more money from Tariq to buy his ongoing silence
• Tariq had his drug supplier Cane kill Ramirez in a parking garage
• Framing Cane helped divert attention from Tariq‘s role in Reynolds‘ death

This displayed Tariq‘s cold-blooded pragmatism and skill at manipulating others to do his dirty work.

4. Jenny Reynolds – Murder Witness Eliminated

Jenny Reynolds was the sister of Tariq‘s professor victim, Jabari Reynolds. After pinning the professor‘s murder on someone else, Tariq had to eliminate Jenny as a loose end:

• Jenny had evidence that could expose Tariq‘s framing of Cane
• Tariq tricked Jenny into revealing the location of the evidence
• He then shot her and burned down the storage unit housing the evidence

By betraying Jenny‘s trust and eliminating her, Tariq showed he would do anything to keep his crimes secret.

5. Brayden Weston – Friends Can‘t Be Trusted

Brayden was Tariq‘s best friend who helped hide his crimes. But consumed by guilt, Brayden eventually became a liability:

• Brayden wanted to confess to Tariq‘s sister what really happened
• Tariq lured his friend Brayden into meeting him in private
• In an emotional confrontation, Tariq shot Brayden dead
• This forever destroyed their friendship and trust

The murder of his closest ally proved that for Tariq, no one‘s life is more important than his own interests.

So in summary, by my count that brings Tariq‘s current kill tally to 5 victims – and likely more to come! For a college student, he has quickly become an expert at betrayal and murder.

By the Numbers: Analyzing Tariq‘s Kill Count

To put Tariq‘s murderous accomplishments in context, let‘s look at some statistics:

• There were 14,414 reported murders in the U.S. in 2019, a rate of 4.4 per 100,000 people. [Source: FBI Crime Data]
• Among 18-24 year olds, the U.S. murder rate jumps to around 12 per 100,000. [Source: National Vital Statistics Report]
• With 5 known victims so far, Tariq‘s personal murder rate is 4,250 per 100,000 – astronomical!

Year	Tariq‘s Age	# of Murders	Murders per 100,000
2018	16	1	8,300
2019	17	1	8,300
2020	18	2	16,600
2021	19	1	8,300
Total		5	4,250 avg

So while most young adults will never commit murder, Tariq has embraced it at an unprecedented scale. His personal kill rate dwarfs even the deadliest cities in America.

Could this be the result of Tariq imitating the criminal path of his notorious father Ghost? Let‘s compare their murder stats.

Nature vs Nurture: Comparing Tariq and Ghost‘s Kill Counts

Tariq was clearly influenced by the example set by his father James "Ghost" St. Patrick:

• Ghost was a renowned New York drug kingpin who amassed over $100 million
• He lived a double life, trying to go legitimate while committing murders
• By some estimates, Ghost ultimately killed over 50 people himself
• He groomed his son Tariq to follow in his footsteps

But Tariq has also proven more ruthless and reckless in some ways:

• Ghost generally only killed for business and family protection
• Tariq seems to murder more impulsively when backed into a corner
• Ghost‘s murder rate peaked in his 30s during the height of his drug empire
• Tariq is excelling at murder before even turning 20 years old!

The apple doesn‘t fall far from the tree. While Ghost tried to shield Tariq from the criminal life, his own actions trained Tariq to lie, cheat, and kill to survive. Nature and nurture both played their roles.

Tariq‘s Future: How Many More Will He Kill?

Power Book II: Ghost Season 3 is coming in 2022, continuing Tariq‘s dark journey. So what‘s next for our young murder prodigy? Here are my predictions:

• At least 1-2 more deaths. Loose ends like Tariq‘s ex Effie and crooked lawyer Davis MacLean seem destined for shallow graves.

• Destroying the Tejadas. Tariq won‘t want to keep splitting drug profits with Monet Tejada‘s family. He already pitted the Tejadas against each other – expect Tariq to finish them off.

• Framing his sister. Tariq‘s sister Yaz is smart and suspicious. He can‘t allow her to ruin his plans or discover his crimes.

• Everything has a price. No one in Tariq‘s life is safe – friends, family, lovers. If they become a liability, he won‘t hesitate to erase them.

• The legend of Ghost reborn. Tariq wants to avoid his father‘s mistakes. If he takes out enemies more ruthlessly, he can become the Ghost 2.0 of his generation.

With his experience so far, I predict Tariq won‘t stop his murderous climb until he‘s the last man standing. This game of power and lies can only end one way – in blood.

Tariq‘s Net Worth vs. Ghost: Who Got Richer?

Drugs, deceit, and murder pay – both Tariq and his father Ghost leveraged violence to build their wealth. But who achieved greater fortune and power? Let‘s compare their estimated net worths.

James "Ghost" St. Patrick Net Worth

• Ghost owned Truth nightclub and had a drug empire worth over $100 million
• Luxury cars, designer clothes, massive penthouse – Ghost enjoyed the high life
• After death, assets seized/lost – but likely had hidden offshore $$ in tens of millions
• Peak estimated net worth: $70 – $90 million

Tariq St. Patrick Current Net Worth

• Inherited trust fund worth $5-10 million from Ghost‘s estate
• Sold test answers and drugs at Stansfield University, earning $50k/week
• Had brief drug partnership with Monet Tejada for wider distribution
• Plans to rebuild nightlife empire – future club profits in millions
• Murders/blackmail could allow grabs of bigger cash/assets
• Current estimated net worth: $15 – $25 million

So Tariq has already built an impressive fortune, but still lags behind his infamous father‘s peak net worth. Then again, he‘s just getting started.

Given Tariq‘s drive and ruthlessness, I wouldn‘t bet against him one day surpassing Ghost‘s financial empire too. Tariq has the benefit of learning from his father‘s mistakes.

The only question is how many bodies Tariq will leave in his wake along the way. In the game of power, the winner takes all – wealth, status, and life itself.

The Sins of the Father: Is Tariq Doomed to Repeat Ghost‘s Fate?

Tariq‘s body count is multiplying rapidly as he treads the line between legitimate business and criminal enterprise. In many ways, he is repeating the same journey as his father Ghost.

Both grew up in poverty surrounded by crime. Both tried escaping into privileged worlds offering wealth and status. And both turned to murder and deceit to protect their public reputations and families.

But Tariq saw first-hand how Ghost‘s double life ultimately destroyed him and those he loved most. Will the sins of his father forever haunt Tariq‘s future as well? Can he break the cycle of violence that has consumed the St. Patricks?

In my opinion, Tariq remains a prisoner of Ghost‘s legacy. The lessons he learned at his father‘s knee – that power and money override everything else – may forever guide his choices.

Tariq is skilled at rationalizing his actions, like Ghost did, by saying it‘s all for family. But ultimately he seems to relish the danger and power his crimes provide, like an addiction. He manipulates friends into accomplices, using them as means to an end.

Unless Tariq can learn to build something rather than just destroy, he is doomed to walk in Ghost‘s footsteps. The empire he craves risks corrupting his spirit and claiming more innocent lives along the way.

Tariq, if you want to escape the sins of your father, prove to the world – and yourself – that you can succeed without murder as your first resort. Build trust and create life rather than sow betrayal and death. Reject the darkness you were born into, and walk your own path towards the light.

Friend, what do you think? Can Tariq choose redemption, or will Ghost‘s legacy consume his soul too? I‘m rooting for Tariq, but he needs to make better choices before it‘s too late. The blood never washes off our hands. Let me know if you need help changing course, Tariq – you still have a chance to break free.