On November 7, 2026, at approximately 10:46 a.m., officers with the Macomb Police Department responded to the 300 block of West Adams Street regarding a report of an individual suffering from a gunshot wound to the chest.
Upon arrival, officers located Quinvontaz Jackson (31, Macomb, IL) and immediately began administering life-saving measures. Jackson was transported to McDonough District Hospital and subsequently airlifted to a regional trauma center for further medical treatment.
During the initial investigation, officers identified Justin M. Butler (29, Macomb, IL) as a person of interest. Butler was located and detained shortly after the incident.
The preliminary investigation indicates that Jackson had arrived at Butler’s residence and began damaging Butler’s vehicle. Investigators believe Butler observed the incident from inside his apartment and discharged a firearm, striking Jackson in the chest.
As a result of the investigation, Butler was charged with Aggravated Discharge of a Firearm and Aggravated Battery and is currently being held at the McDonough County Jail.
The incident remains under investigation by the Macomb Police Department.
The Macomb Police Department would like to thank the McDonough County Sheriff’s Office, Western Illinois University Office of Public Safety, McDonough County State’s Attorney’s Office, and Illinois State Police Crime Scene Investigation personnel for their assistance.
All individuals charged with a crime are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.
***Courtesy of the Macomb Police Department***
