Father Arrested For Son's Murder In East St. Louis

Illinois State Police charged Anthony L. Powe with first-degree murder after his son's fatal shooting near 22nd and Market streets in East St. Louis.

Apr 13, 2026 2:41 PM Apr 13, 2026 2:53 PM

EAST ST. LOUIS - Illinois State Police special agents have arrested a Summerfield man and charged him with first-degree murder and attempted murder after the shooting death of his 31-year-old son in East St. Louis, authorities said.Anthony L. Powe, 49, was arrested by Illinois State Police Division of Criminal Investigation Zone 6 Public Safety Enforcement Group special agents, police said on Monday, April 13, 2026. Powe is charged with first-degree murder, a Class M felony, and attempted murder...

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