Jasen M. Bell, a 42-year-old resident of Rock Falls, Illinois, was found dead on the night of September 17, 2024. The Rock Falls Police Department responded to reports of gunfire at approximately 10:24 p.m. in the area of West 17th Street between 13th and 14th avenues, where they discovered Bell's body on the ground.
Bell was identified after an autopsy, and the incident is being treated as a homicide.
As of the initial investigation, no shooter had been identified, and no one was in custody in connection with the shooting at the Whiteside County Jail.
The investigation into Bell's death is ongoing, with multiple agencies assisting the Rock Falls Police Department. These include the Sterling Police Department, Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office, Illinois State Police, ISP Crime Scene Services, and the Whiteside County coroner.
Jasen Michael Bell was born on June 12, 1982, in Sterling, Illinois. His death on September 18, 2024, was described as tragic in his obituary.
Anyone with information regarding the incident is encouraged to contact the Rock Falls Police Department directly or provide anonymous tips through Whiteside County Crimestoppers.
