Levell Andrew Douglas, a 37-year-old resident of St. Louis, Missouri, was found dead on September 14, 2024, in Madison, Illinois. The Madison Police Department responded to a report of a body found in the alley in the 1600 block of 5th Street at approximately 8:52 AM. Upon arrival, officers discovered Levell Douglas, who had been shot and was pronounced dead at the scene.
Levell Douglas was born on June 21, 1987, in St. Louis, Missouri, to Levell Andrew Wooten and Shirley Marie Douglas. He was a proud graduate of Collinsville High School, Class of 2004. Levell had a passion for rap music and was an avid sports fan. He cherished the time spent with his family and had aspirations of attending culinary school to become a chef. He is survived by thirteen siblings and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends.
The investigation into Levell Douglas's death was assisted by the Major Case Squad, with Sgt. Justin Biggs of the Monroe County Sheriff’s Department serving as the commander. Lt. Eric Owen from the Collinsville PD and Det. Shawn O’Dell from the Belleville PD were also involved as deputy report officers. As a result of this investigation, Taylor S. Nelson, aged 25, was charged with Obstructing Justice/Destroy Evidence and Aggravated Unlawful Use of Weapon/Vehicle in connection with Levell’s death.
A funeral service for Levell Douglas was held on October 2, 2024, at Baucom's Life Celebration Center in Jennings, Missouri. The service included a visitation from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM, followed by the funeral at 10:00 AM.
Levell's death is classified as a homicide, and the case remains under investigation. Anyone with additional information is encouraged to contact CrimeStoppers at 866-371-TIPS (8477).
