On September 4, 2021, 32-year-old Bryson L. Carter was found lying in the roadway with multiple gunshot wounds in the 1900 block of Deerwood Drive in Danville, Illinois. He was taken to a local hospital and later died of his injuries. Police say the shooting followed an altercation with his younger brother, 19-year-old Montel C.L. Plummer, who allegedly shot Carter multiple times and fled the scene.

Montel Plummer was located by officers walking near Seminary and Hazel Streets on October 6, 2021, and taken into custody without incident. He was charged with first-degree murder and held at the Danville Public Safety Building pending arraignment in Vermilion County Court. Authorities urged anyone with additional information to come forward.

This case centers on a deadly family dispute that left a community seeking answers and justice. If anyone knew Bryson, Montel, or witnessed the events around Deerwood Drive that day, please share what you know.