Justen Conner, a 32-year-old African American man, was found shot to death on Belmont Avenue in East St. Louis, Illinois, around 3 a.m. on September 3, 2019. Authorities determined he had been shot in the head and the killing prompted investigations by the East St. Louis Police Department and the Illinois State Police Division of Criminal Investigations.

Investigators arrested 43-year-old Albert C. Ross Jr., of Godfrey, Illinois, on charges including first-degree murder, aggravated discharge of a firearm, felon in possession of a firearm, and obstructing justice. Police said Ross had a prior conviction for felony attempted burglary and alleged he destroyed the handgun used in the shooting. Bond was set at $1 million and Ross remained in custody following the arrest.

Family and friends remembered Conner as a beloved member of the community. What information might help clarify motive or the events that led to his death?