On October 9, 2025, 22-year-old Mhynesha Day was found shot to death inside a home in the 3000 block of Hoover Avenue in Springfield, Illinois. Deputies arriving shortly after 2:30 p.m. discovered three people who were pronounced dead at the scene: Day; 21-year-old Devione Brady; and 9-year-old Cash Russell. Preliminary autopsies by the Sangamon County Coroner determined all three died from gunshot wounds.

Investigators secured the residence, obtained additional search warrants at a nearby apartment complex, and enlisted Illinois State Police crime scene specialists to process evidence. A red SUV seen in the area around the time of the shooting was later located near Governor Street and MacArthur Boulevard; it was occupied by two women who were questioned and released and the vehicle was towed for examination. Authorities said one of the adult victims might not have been affiliated with the home, a detail under review as detectives reconstruct the hours before the attack. No arrests have been announced and no suspects named. Crime Stoppers is asking for tips to help the Sangamon County Sheriff’s Office.

If anyone knew Mhynesha Day, Devione Brady, or Cash Russell, or saw a red SUV in the area on October 9, please share information with investigators.