One Dead, Three Hurt in Shooting at Madison Football Game
Authorities are seeking witnesses after a fatal shooting occurred during a youth championship match at a high school in Illinois.
By Adrian Kovalenko ·
A youth football championship game at Madison Senior High School ended in tragedy on Sunday night when one person died and three others were wounded.
The incident happened at the school's facility around 9:50 p.m. on November 1. Law enforcement clarified that the game was not organized by the school but was held on its grounds. The fourth victim succumbed to injuries at the scene, while the three others were transported to local hospitals for treatment.
The Major Case Squad of Greater St. Louis is leading the probe. Lieutenant Andrew Pierson, the squad's public information officer, asked residents to provide any details they possess. "You do not have to have the whole story, a single photo, a short video, or one detail you think is insignificant may be exactly what moves this investigation forward," Pierson said.
The Madison School District canceled classes for Monday, with regular sessions set to resume on Wednesday. In a release, the district noted that although it did not sponsor the event, the violence impacted the entire school community. Officials announced that counseling and support services will be available to students and staff members.
Investigators have established a command post for tips. The public can reach out by calling 618-709-7750 or contacting CrimeStoppers at 866-371-8477.
