Arrest made in 2022 homicide at Bullseye Billiards in East Haven

EAST HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — East Haven police say a New Haven man was charged with murder in connection to a fatal shooting at Bullseye Billiards and Bar two years ago.

47-year-old Willie Jamel Thompson was charged with murder, criminal possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, criminal possession of a pistol/revolver by a convicted felon, and carrying a pistol without a permit.

The charges stem from the early morning of Aug. 6, 2022, when officers were dispatched to the Main Street bar for a shooting. They later learned it had followed an altercation inside the bar which turned physical.

Upon arrival, officers found three victims- all of who were transported to a hospital for treatment.

One of the victims later died at the hospital. He was identified as 26-year-old Julius Bolden-Lowe of Southington.

In a statement released Wednesday, Police Chief Edward Lennon said the arrest is a pivotal moment in delivering justice for Bolden-Lowe’s family.

“Our detectives along with our law enforcement partners have worked tirelessly over the past two years to ensure that every possible lead was thoroughly investigated. It is our hope that this arrest marks the beginning of closure and justice for the family of Julius Bolden-Lowe,” Lennon said.

Thompson is being held on a $2,000,000 bond and was scheduled to appear in court on Oct. 9.

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