A Macomb County jury has convicted a 33-year-old Shelby Township man of sexually assaulting a young family member, wrapping up a four-day trial that centered on abuse allegations from 2024. The defendant remains behind bars as the case heads toward a sentencing hearing set for April 2, with local officials publicly thanking jurors and investigators for seeing the case through.
Michael Quintana-Dominguez was found guilty of multiple counts of first-degree criminal sexual conduct involving a child under 13 and now faces felony penalties that include a mandatory minimum of 25 years in prison and the possibility of a life sentence, according to FOX 2 Detroit. The outlet reported that the verdict followed a four-day jury trial and that Quintana-Dominguez is currently being held at the Macomb County Jail.
Quintana-Dominguez was first arrested in July 2024 after detectives received information suggesting he might be planning to flee the country. Authorities said he was in the United States illegally and had previously been deported, according to CBS Detroit. Investigators tracked him to a mobile-home park in Macomb County and arrested him before he could leave.
Macomb County Prosecutor Pete Lucido publicly praised the investigative team and jurors, saying, "My office is steadfast in its commitment to pursuing justice on their behalf," as quoted by FOX 2 Detroit. He added that the prosecutor's office remains focused on supporting the young survivors as the case moves into the sentencing phase.
What Happens Next
Quintana-Dominguez is scheduled to be sentenced on April 2 in Macomb County Circuit Court and will stay in county custody until that hearing, according to public court and detention records. The Macomb County Circuit Court handles felony sentencings at its courthouse in Mount Clemens, while the Macomb County Sheriff's Office operates the jail where Quintana-Dominguez is being held. If the mandatory minimum applies, he would face at least 25 years in prison before he can be considered for release.
Investigation, Defense and Community
The case first drew broader public attention in mid-2024, and subsequent coverage indicated that the arrest and early court hearings generated additional tips for investigators. Defense attorney Neal Brand told local media during earlier proceedings that his client maintains his innocence and intends to fight the charges in court, according to Shelby-Utica News. Community leaders have continued to urge anyone with relevant information to contact investigators as the case moves toward the April sentencing date.
