Catrelle Gerome 'C-Mo' Holloway, a 31-year-old African American male, tragically lost his life on January 28, 2021, in Charlotte, North Carolina. Born on December 28, 1989, in Charlotte, he was the son of Michelle Sophis Gilbert and the late Berry Gerome Holloway. Catrelle was known for his charismatic, caring, and loving nature. He was a beloved father to his children, Jayla Holloway, Catrelle Holloway Jr., and Josiah Holloway.
His infectious smile and kind spirit left a lasting impression on everyone who knew him.
On January 31, 2021, the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department responded to reports of a body found in the woods near the 5700 block of Windy Valley Drive. Upon arrival, officers discovered Catrelle Holloway with an apparent gunshot wound. The investigation into his death was immediately launched, and homicide detectives began working tirelessly to uncover the circumstances surrounding his murder.
Six months after the tragic incident, the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department made a significant breakthrough in the case. Mark Ellis was arrested in Valencia, California, in connection with the murder of Catrelle Holloway. The arrest was the result of a collaborative effort between the CMPD's Violent Criminal Apprehension Team, the Federal Bureau of Investigation's Fugitive Task Force, and the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department. Ellis faced charges of murder and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon.
The investigation into Catrelle Holloway's death highlighted the dedication and persistence of law enforcement agencies in bringing justice to the victim and his family. The arrest of Mark Ellis provided a sense of closure for Catrelle's loved ones, who had been grappling with the loss of a cherished family member. As the legal proceedings continued, the community remained hopeful that justice would be served for Catrelle Gerome 'C-Mo' Holloway.
