In the late hours of a Wednesday evening in Quincy, Illinois, a call reporting a burglary at a residence near 8th and State streets would end in tragedy. Responding to the call on March 4, 2026, Quincy police officers arrived to find 56-year-old Shane C. McDermott unresponsive, having suffered a gunshot wound. Emergency services transported him to Blessing Hospital, but he succumbed to his injuries in the emergency room. Authorities recovered a handgun at the scene and began an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the shooting, though no immediate information about a suspect was released.
Shane, a beloved husband, father, and respected member of the Quincy community, was known for his entrepreneurial spirit and his deep commitment to his family and faith. A member of St. Francis Solanus Catholic Church, he was the owner of several businesses, including McDermott Enterprises LLC and Mid-West GIS. His professional life began in Texas before he moved to Quincy, where he earned a business degree from Quincy University and became a successful businessman, managing and renovating numerous properties in the local area.
Beyond his professional achievements, Shane was deeply involved in his community, founding a charity called Kid's Second Chance and volunteering his time as a substitute teacher and mentor for various school organizations. He was an active supporter of the Boy Scouts of America and Quincy Catholic Charities. He was a man of many hobbies, including golfing, fishing, and boating, and was a passionate fan of the St. Louis Blues and Cardinals. His sudden and violent death left a profound void in the lives of his family, friends, and all who knew him. The investigation into his death is ongoing.
