Hopkins County, TX – The Hopkins County Sheriff’s Office announced the capture of Brandon Keith Murray, 49, wanted in connection with the May 3, 2024, Hopkins County murder of 69-year-old Jimmy Holmes in the Pine Forest community along FM 269 south of I-30.
Murray had also been charged with Burglary of a Habitation and had failed to appear in court after being released on bond, prompting a warrant for his arrest.
On Monday, October 27, deputies stopped a suspected drunk driver, only to discover it was Murray. He was taken into custody without incident and charged with Driving While Intoxicated with three or more convictions, in addition to the outstanding murder warrant.
The investigation into the original homicide was conducted by the Hopkins County Sheriff’s Office with assistance from the Texas Rangers.
