A man accused of shooting and killing another man during a robbery in Hamden four years ago has been sentenced to 30 years in prison, according to the Office of the State's Attorney.
Hamden police arrested Pharoh Jackson, 20, for shooting and killing 35-year-old Corey Gomes on Dec. 27. 2019.
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WATCH HEREAccording to police, Jackson tried to rob Gomes around 9 p.m. on Express Fuel on Dixwell Avenue. Police said during the struggle, Jackson fired multiple shots. Gomes died of his injuries.
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SIGN UP Authorities say Jackson had arranged to purchase marijuana through another person, and intended to rob them at gunpoint. During the transaction, Jackson pulled out a gun and shot Gomes during a fight.
He admitted to shooting Gomes and pleaded guilty to murder in September. Jackson was previously held on a $2 million bond and has been charged with felony murder.
