Death by Cop 2026
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Name Withheld
Age :
Gender : Male
Race : Unknown
Date : 01/21/2026
Location : I-55 and Sangamon Avenue
City : Springfield
County : Sangamon
State : Illinois
Agency : Springfield Police Department
Officer(s) :Unknown
Cause of Death : Suicide
Event : Suicide under police duress
OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :
On 01/21/2026, police chased a vehicle through Springfield that ultimately stopped near Interstate 55 and Sangamon Avenue. After the chase ended, officers established a perimeter and a standoff followed. During the standoff, the man died from a self inflicted gunshot wound. Authorities reported the death occurred after police presence and containment at the scene. No identifying information has been released.
SOURCE LINKS :
https://capitolcitynow.com/news/248842-police-chase-ends-in-springfield-and-with-shooting/