EAST ST. LOUIS, Ill. (WLS) — A tragic “targeted mass shooting” in East St. Louis, Illinois, has left seven family members shot, with five losing their lives, according to the Illinois State Police, who are handling the investigation.
Authorities have apprehended two teenage suspects in connection with the incident.
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The shootings took place across several sites in East St. Louis, including locations at 39th and Summit, the Gompers public housing area, and Jones Park, as reported by state police.
According to the Illinois State Police, five individuals have been confirmed dead. Additionally, two others were transported to a hospital in St. Louis, Missouri, where they are being treated for serious injuries.
The victims who tragically lost their lives have been identified by state police as 49-year-old Cherie L. May, 24-year-old Devin D. May, 74-year-old Patricia A. May, 21-year-old Quentin L. Thompson, and 25-year-old Shania W. Thompson, all residents of East St. Louis.
Illinois State Police held a press conference Sunday evening to provide an update on the quintuple homicide investigation.
Two suspects, ages 15 and 16, have been taken into custody following the shootings, ISP said. Charges have not yet been filed.
At least one of the suspects was believed to be related to at least one of the victims, police said.
Illinois State Police continue to investigate.
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