On March 4, 2026, 36-year-old Jonathan M. Moore died in Belleville, Illinois. An obituary stated that he passed away in the comfort of his own home. However, another source reported that Moore was a victim of gun violence.
The St. Clair County Sheriff's Department reported a fatal shooting in unincorporated Belleville on the same day. Deputies responded to a 911 call at 12:24 a.m. about a weapon being fired at a residence on Sheffield Drive. Upon arrival, they discovered a 36-year-old male who had died from an apparent gunshot wound.
Following an initial investigation and interviews, the sheriff's department announced that they are not actively searching for any suspects in connection with the shooting. They also stated that there is no perceived threat to the community, though the investigation remains ongoing. Additional details were to be released pending family notification by the St. Clair County Coroner's Office.
Jonathan Moore is remembered by his two sons, Kimari and Kal-el, his mother Shanna Moore, a brother, and a sister. His visitation and funeral services were scheduled for Saturday, March 21, 2026, at Teat Chapel Funeral Home in Fairview Heights.
