Dennis Green, a 53-year-old African American male, was tragically killed on January 6, 2019, in Quincy, Illinois. Dennis, who was born on December 18, 1965, in Hayti, Missouri, was a well-known figure in his community, having been a former basketball player at Peoria Manual High School and later inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame at Illinois Valley Community College. He was also an avid fan of the Chicago Bulls and the Chicago Bears.
On the early morning of January 6, 2019, Dennis Green was found dead on the front porch of his home in the 800 block of South 13th Street in Quincy. The Quincy Police Department received a report of a homicide at approximately 3:00 a.m. Upon arrival, officers discovered Dennis's body, indicating that he had been the victim of a violent crime. The investigation into his death has been ongoing, with the Quincy Police Department actively seeking information from the public to identify the suspect or suspects involved.
In the years following his death, there have been significant efforts to bring justice to Dennis Green and his family. The "Friends of Justice," a local non-profit organization, raised a $10,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of those responsible for his murder. Despite these efforts, as of the latest updates, no arrests have been made, and the case remains unsolved.
Dennis Green's death has left a profound impact on his family and the community. He is survived by his wife, Amy Lynn Klauser, whom he married in 2017, and his eight children. His passing has been a source of deep sorrow for those who knew him, and the community continues to hope for a resolution to the case. The Quincy Police Department and organizations like the Quincy Regional Crimestoppers remain committed to solving the case and bringing closure to Dennis Green's loved ones.
