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Springfield Teen Taken Charged in Tuttle Murder

12 years ago in Local


A Springfield teenager has been charged in the murder of Louis Tuttle.

Springfield police report the youth, who’s name is not released, was arrested and charged with First Degree Murder and Aggravated Unlawful Use of a Weapon Friday night.  The youth had been receiving treatment for injuries he suffered while allegedly committing the crime and was taken in for questioning after his release.  He has been detained at the Sangamon County Juvenile Detention Facility.

Tuttle’s body was found in the 2000 block of East Edwards on January 26.  He was shot multiple times.

Police add that the investigation continues and there may be additional arrests.

Tags: East Edwards, Louis Tuttle, Sangamon County Juvenile Detention, Springfield Police Department

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