Major Case Squad of Greater St. Louis
PRESS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
August 27, 2018 – 3:00pm
Major Case Squad Called To Investigate Homicide in Alton, IL
The Greater St. Louis Major Case Squad is continuing the investigation of the shooting in the 100 block of W 19th St, Alton, IL. The deceased has been identified as:
Keron W. Hickman
Male, Black, 23 Years of Age
Resident of Madison County
An autopsy was performed this morning, which confirmed Hickman died of multiple gunshot wounds. Investigators with the Major Case Squad are continuing to interview witnesses and those close with the victim.
Investigators ask that anyone with information that would assist in the solving of this crime call the Major Case Squad at 618-463-3521 or Crime Stoppers at 1-866-371-TIPS (8477).
Lieutenant Ken Wojtowicz
Deputy Commander
Major Case Squad
Keith Rider
Public Information Officer
Major Case Squad of Greater St. Louis
TWITTER: @MajorCaseSTL
For media follow-up – contact Sergeant Keith Rider at (636) 537-6738 or (Cell) 314-341-2503
