Catherine Jackson, a 29-year-old African American woman, was tragically murdered on January 11, 2018, in her home in East St. Louis, Illinois. At the time of her death, she was eight months pregnant with her fifth child. Jackson was found shot multiple times inside her residence on North Ninth Street. Her body was discovered by her landlord, and her one-year-old son was found wandering around the house, unharmed but clearly distressed.
Jackson's death has left her family devastated and
seeking justice. Her older sister, Chandra Meeks, has been vocal about the impact of this tragedy on their family. Meeks, who now has temporary custody of Jackson's youngest child, described the difficulty of explaining the situation to the children and the emotional toll it has taken on them. The other children are currently living with their father, further dividing the family.
Despite the passage of time, the investigation into Jackson's murder remains active. The Illinois State Police are assisting local authorities, but no arrests have been made, and there are no known witnesses. The family continues to appeal to the public for any information that could lead to the identification and apprehension of the perpetrator. They have also set up a GoFundMe page to support Jackson's children during this difficult time.
The case has garnered significant attention, particularly because Jackson was a pregnant mother of four. Her family and friends remember her as a loving and caring individual who did not deserve such a tragic end. The community remains hopeful that justice will be served and that the person responsible for this heinous crime will be brought to justice.
