CAHOKIA, Ill. — A pair of shootings in Cahokia, Illinois, is now under investigation by the Major Case Squad of Greater St. Louis.
According to police, officers were called Monday morning to Delores Street where they found a man lying in the street. Police said the man, Markell A. Deberry, 19, had been shot several times. He was taken immediately to a nearby hospital, where he later died.
Police said he was staying with relatives on Delores Street but was from Edwardsville, Illinois. Deberry died from gunshot wounds at Touchette Regional Hospital.
Police said a second man also was found suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. He too was transported to a hospital, with life-threatening injuries. He is recovering from surgery and his vitals are stable, the Major Case Squad said, adding that he is cooperating with investigators.
On Tuesday, the Major Case Squad confirmed they've interviewed several persons of interest in the case. Officers also found the vehicle they believe was involved in the case.
Anyone with information about Deberry’s associates or who may be involved in his killing is asked to contact the Major Case Squad in Cahokia at 618-332-4248.
