Xavier C.E. Sallie, a 19-year-old African American male from Joliet, Illinois, tragically lost his life on June 26, 2018. Xavier was a lifelong resident of Joliet, known for his love of dogs, wrestling, and football. He attended Washington Junior High School and graduated from Joliet Central High School. His untimely death has left a profound impact on his family, including his parents Cassandra Hervey and Trenell Sallie, his siblings, and his young daughter, Xa'niyah.
On the night of
June 26, 2018, the East Joliet Fire Department responded to reports of a car on fire on Rowell Avenue near Sugar Creek Drive. Upon extinguishing the blaze, firefighters discovered the charred bodies of two young men inside the vehicle. One of the victims was identified as Xavier Sallie, while the other was Dontae Ray Morgan, a 21-year-old African American male. Autopsies revealed that both men had been fatally shot in the head before the car was set on fire. The vehicle belonged to Xavier Sallie, and the incident was immediately classified as a double homicide.
The investigation into the murders of Xavier Sallie and Dontae Ray Morgan has been led by the Will County Sheriff's Department. Despite extensive efforts, no arrests have been made, and the case remains unsolved. The authorities have urged anyone with information about the incident to come forward, and a reward has been offered for tips leading to the arrest of those responsible. The case is still listed on the Will County Crime Stoppers website, highlighting the ongoing search for justice for the victims and their families.
Xavier Sallie's death has been a significant loss to his community, and the lack of resolution in the case has only added to the grief and frustration felt by his loved ones. The investigation continues, with the hope that new leads will eventually bring those responsible to justice.
