Major Case Squad of Greater St. Louis
PRESS RELEASE
December 13th, 2019
On December 10th, 2019, at approximately 7:08 a.m., the Edwardsville, Illinois, Police Department was notified of an unresponsive subject lying in the area of Poag Rd. near Illinois State Route 111. Upon arrival, they discovered the body of a deceased male who was subsequently pronounced dead at the scene. The deceased male was described as a middle aged white male in his early 40’s and foul play was suspected. The Edwardsville Police Department made the decision to activate the Major Case Squad of Greater St. Louis. Over 27 investigators from different agencies are participating in the investigation and currently investigating numerous leads.
The investigation thus far has revealed that the identity of the victim is:
Scott David Brown
White Male Age 43
Last Known address 4500 Block N. 19ᵗʰ St.
St. Louis MO
He was known to frequent the Collinsville, Edwardsville, and Caseyville area. Brown was also known to use the local bus lines for transportation.
On December 13ᵗʰ, 2019, around 9:00 a.m., as the investigation continued, members of the major case squad were attempting to make contact with a person of interest in the investigation. The subject fled in a vehicle from a Belleville, Illinois, residence. Police continued to follow the vehicle as it fled at high rates of speed. The incident ultimately ended in 1800 block of Cole St. in St. Louis City. The offender that fled was taken into custody and is currently being held on unrelated charges related to the contact this morning.
The investigation into the homicide is ongoing. The public is encouraged to contact the Major Case Squad with any additional information at 618-307-1611. Attached is a photo of the victim. No information concerning evidence, manner/cause of death, or past history of the victim and/or case will be discussed. Additional information will be made available in the near future.
Captain David Vucich
Madison County Sheriff’s Office
Deputy Commander, Major Case Squad
