Sangamon, Menard Co. Crime Stoppers seeking tips in 2024 homicide
On March 13, 2024, 54-year-old Teresa Coleman was found dead on the southbound ramp of I-55 at Stevenson Drive in Springfield after previously being reported missing. At the time, Jim Allmon, the Sangamon County Coroner, said preliminary autopsy results showed that her death was a homicide.
PREVIOUSLY: Coroner confirms woman found dead next to Springfield I-55 on-ramp
Last week, 57-year-old Robert Lee Jr. was arrested on first-degree murder charges after being accused of killing Coleman. Illinois State Police said that following a thorough investigation, special agents identified Lee as the suspect.
On July 24, Lee appeared in court for an arraignment hearing. He pleaded not guilty to the charges and was denied pretrial release. Lee is set to appear again in court Aug. 4.
Although a suspect has been arrested, investigators said there may be additional individuals withknowledge or involvement in the crime. Now, State Police and Crime Stoppers are urging anyone with additional information to come forward.
Tips that lead to additional arrests could earn you up to $5,000. You can call Crime Stoppers anonymously at 217-788-8427, submit a tip on their website, or use the P3 app.
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