(New Haven, CT) - New Haven Judicial District State’s Attorney John P. Doyle, Jr. announced that a jury in Superior Court in New Haven today found Michael Holmes, age 41, of New Haven, guilty of the crime of Murder, in violation of Connecticut General Statutes § 53a-54a, and Criminal Possession of a Firearm, in violation of Connecticut General Statutes § 53a-217(a)(1). The Honorable Maureen M. Keegan presided over the jury trial. In a separate proceeding which was tried to the court, Judge Keegan found Holmes guilty of Criminal Possession of a Firearm, in violation of Connecticut General Statutes § 53a-217(a)(1).
According to evidence introduced at trial, on October 26, 2019, the defendant shot Curtis McCray on Shelton Avenue in New Haven. The victim was found unresponsive in the street, suffering from two gunshot wounds. He was transported to Yale New Haven Hospital for treatment but later succumbed to his injuries.
State’s Attorney Doyle would like to extend his gratitude to the New Haven Police Department's Homicide Unit, led by Detective Steven Cunningham, for their thorough investigation. The State of Connecticut Division of Scientific Services, as well, offered invaluable assistance in the analysis of ballistics evidence.
The case was prosecuted by Supervisory Assistant State’s Attorney Adrienne Russo, who was assisted by Inspector Michael Mastropetre. State’s Attorney Doyle would like to extend his condolences to the family of Curtis McCray and his gratitude to the New Haven Police Department for their investigative efforts.
Sentencing is scheduled for May 22, 2026 in New Haven Superior Court before Judge Keegan.