Share and Follow


SANGAMON COUNTY, Ill. (WCIA) — A shooting in Springfield on Saturday night has left a man dead and a woman injured.

The Sheriff’s Office responded to shots fired on East Carpenter Street around 7:45 p.m. Residents said a vehicle was shot at multiple times and that the vehicle transported two victims to a nearby hospital.

Deputies learned that a 23-year-old woman was shot but that her injury is non-life-threatening. A 31-year-old man received multiple serious gunshot wounds.

The victim was identified by Sangamon County Coroner, Jim Allmon, as Lajarvious Smith of Springfield. Smith was pronounced deceased at 8:33 p.m. on Saturday, shortly after he arrived at the hospital.

The Investigations Division canvased the area for witnesses, video footage and other evidence. Detectives determined over 50 shots were fired. They also believe a dark, four-door sedan was involved in the shooting. The vehicle was last seen fleeing east on Carpenter Street.

An autopsy is scheduled for Monday. The death remains under investigation by the Sangamon County Sheriff’s Office and the Sangamon County Coroner.

Anyone with additional information is asked to call the Sheriff’s Office at 217-753-6840, or Crime Stoppers of Sangamon and Menard Counties at 217-788-8427.

Share and Follow
You May Also Like

Beaufort County Schools Reevaluate Five Challenged Books for Student Access

BEAUFORT COUNTY, S.C. — On Tuesday evening, the Beaufort County Board of…

MacKenzie Scott Elevates Philanthropy with Unprecedented $7.1 Billion Donation to Nonprofits in 2025

NEW YORK – In a remarkable display of philanthropy, renowned author and…

Daytona Beach Plans Enhanced Security Patrols for Beachside Boardwalk

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. – As concerns over public safety continue to loom,…

Pinellas County’s Student Shortage Crisis: Final Progress Meeting Unveils Urgent Solutions

In an evolving educational landscape, Pinellas County is confronting the challenge of…

Shocking Child Abuse Allegations: Johnson City Couple Arrested and Charged

WASHINGTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WJHL) — Authorities in Johnson City took action on…

USCIS Unveils New Vetting Center Enhanced by AI Technology

HARLINGEN, Texas (Border Report) — In a strategic move, the Trump administration…

U.S. Job Market Stagnant: October Openings Hold Steady Below 7.7 Million

WASHINGTON – In October, U.S. job openings remained relatively stable, signaling continuing…

Historic Victory: Democrat Clinches Miami Mayor’s Seat After Three Decades

MIAMI (AP) — In a significant political shift, Democrat Eileen Higgins won…