Edwin Cook Sr., a 49-year-old African American man from East St. Louis, Illinois, was fatally shot on September 19, 2017, in the 600 block of North 15th Street, East St. Louis. The East St. Louis Police Department and the Illinois State Police investigated the killing.

On September 29, 2017, 44-year-old John D. Davis of East St. Louis was charged with first-degree murder and unlawful possession of a weapon by a felon in connection with Cook’s death. Authorities allege Davis shot and killed Cook. Bond was set at $500,000 with 10 percent to apply, and Davis was held at the St. Clair County Jail pending bond.

Cook’s death was described as a serious loss to the community and prompted a multiagency investigation. If anyone knew Edwin Cook Sr., saw activity near North 15th Street on September 19, 2017, or has information relevant to the case, please come forward.