People v. Cunningham

Defendant was convicted, after trial by jury, of assault with intent to do great bodily harm less than murder, MCLA § 750.84 (Stat Ann 1962 Rev § 28.279), and sentenced to prison. His motion for new trial was denied and he appeals. Three issues are presented.

Defendant first contends that the people’s evidence was insufficient to prove his guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. Specifically, defendant argues that there was no evidence of any intent to do great bodily harm as required by the statute.

The complaining witness, Johnny Thompson, testified that, together with John Goodin, his…