Crime
Rekeea Jackson-Mason, Sister of Actor Rome Flynn, Killed in Springfield Shooting
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – The Springfield Police Department is investigating a deadly shooting that occurred early Saturday morning on the city’s east side, leaving one woman dead.
Officers were dispatched to the 1900 block of Holly Drive around 3:30 a.m. following reports of gunfire.
Upon arrival, they located a female victim suffering from a gunshot wound.
The woman was immediately transported to HSHS St. John’s Hospital, where she was later pronounced dead.
The victim has been identified as Rekeea “Tynese” Jackson-Mason, sister of actor Rome Flynn.
She was a mother of three and is survived by her husband and children.
The family has asked for privacy as they grieve this devastating loss.
As of now, no arrests have been made, and investigators have not released details regarding a possible suspect or motive.
Authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward.
If you have any information related to this incident, please contact the Springfield Police Department at 217-788-8311, or submit an anonymous tip through Crime Stoppers at 217-788-8427.
The investigation remains active, and further updates will be provided as new information becomes available.
Crime
Two Children Killed, Two Others Critically Injured in Angleton-Area Shooting, Mother in Custody
ANGLETON, Texas — Authorities are investigating a tragic shooting in Brazoria County that left two children dead and two others critically injured early Saturday morning.
According to the Brazoria County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO), deputies were dispatched around 5:00 a.m. after a distressed woman called 911, reporting that her son had attempted to kill her and that multiple children were in the vehicle with her.
Deputies located the woman and the children at a gas station on State Highway 288B near FM 521.
Investigators believe the shooting occurred elsewhere, and multiple agencies are now working to determine the exact location of the incident.
Upon arrival, deputies found four children suffering from gunshot wounds. A 13-year-old and a 4-year-old were pronounced dead at the scene.
An 8-year-old and a 9-year-old were airlifted to a nearby trauma hospital in critical condition.
Authorities later confirmed both surviving children are expected to recover.
Initial reports indicate that all individuals involved have been accounted for, and there is no ongoing threat to the community.
A female adult—believed to be the children’s mother—has been taken into custody.
While investigators initially received conflicting information suggesting one of the children may have been responsible, authorities now believe the adult female was the shooter.
In a statement, the Brazoria County Sheriff’s Office said:
“All individuals believed to be involved have been detained, and there is no ongoing threat to the community. While the details are still developing, the loss of two children in such a manner is a tragedy. Our thoughts are with the family and everyone affected as we continue to learn more about this heartbreaking situation.”
The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office confirmed it is assisting Brazoria County investigators at a related residence in Montgomery County, believed to be connected to the ongoing investigation.
Authorities have not yet released the names of the victims or the suspect pending notification of next of kin.
The investigation remains active.