Reginald Beasley III, a 28-year-old African American male, tragically lost his life on June 9, 2022, in Madison, Illinois. The incident occurred around 11:03 PM when police officers responded to a report of a shooting at the Madison Meat Market located at 308 Madison Avenue. Upon arrival, officers found Reginald Beasley III inside a vehicle with gunshot wounds. He was immediately transported to a hospital in St. Louis, Missouri, where he was pronounced dead.
Another victim, a 35-year-old man, was also shot but sustained non-life-threatening injuries.
The Madison Police Department, with the assistance of the Major Case Squad of Greater St. Louis, launched an investigation into the homicide of Reginald Beasley III. The investigation revealed that the shooting took place in the parking lot of the Madison Meat Market. Witnesses reported seeing a black passenger car, possibly with a white defect on the hood, fleeing the scene. This vehicle is considered a key piece of evidence, and investigators have been actively seeking information about its whereabouts.
Despite extensive efforts by law enforcement, the identity of the shooter remains unknown. The Major Case Squad has urged anyone with information to come forward, offering a hotline for anonymous tips. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are hopeful that new leads will emerge to help solve the case. As of now, no arrests have been made, and the suspect or suspects involved in the murder of Reginald Beasley III have not been identified.
The community of Madison, Illinois, has been deeply affected by the loss of Reginald Beasley III. Friends and family remember him as a kind and caring individual whose life was cut short by senseless violence. The case remains open, and law enforcement continues to seek justice for Reginald Beasley III and his loved ones.
