Deveion Edwards, a 30-year-old African American man from East St. Louis, Illinois, was found dead in East St. Louis on June 3, 2017. His death was ruled a homicide, and the loss was described as devastating by family and members of the community who remembered him fondly.

Investigators arrested 30-year-old Deon M. Turner and charged him with first-degree murder in connection with Edwards’ death. Turner was also wanted as a suspect in the reckless discharge of a firearm near 22nd and State Streets in East St. Louis.

The case drew local attention as residents called for action on gun violence and safety in the city. If anyone knew Deveion, his movements that day, or has information about the shooting, please share what is known with the authorities.