The person at the center of this case
Cash Russell, age 9
Cold Case · Open
213 days waiting
CASH RUSSELL
Justice for Cash Russell, age 9 — the trail went cold in 2025, but the truth hasn't.
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Key leads to think about
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suspect
Lead #1Who fired the shots that killed Cash Russell and two other victims at the Hoover Avenue residence?
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evidence
Lead #2What evidence was recovered at the scene that could identify the shooter or establish motive?
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witness
Lead #3Were there any witnesses to the shooting or individuals who saw suspicious activity at or near the residence?
On October 9, 2025, nine-year-old Cash Russell was killed in a shooting at a residence on Hoover Avenue in Springfield, Illinois, along with two other victims. The Sangamon County Sheriff's Office and FBI Springfield Field Office are investigating the homicide, but the identity and motive of the shooter remain unknown. The FBI is offering a $25,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those responsible.
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clue
Lead #4What circumstances led to the shooting—was it targeted violence, a domestic incident, or random violence?
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Homicide Victim Springfield, Illinois October 9, 2025 The FBI's Springfield Field Office in Illinois is seeking information from the public regarding the death of 9-year-old Cash Russell. On October 9, 2025, law enforcement officials with the Sangamon County Sheriff's Office in Illinois responded to a shooting at a residence on Hoover Avenue in Springfield, Illinois.
Three individuals were found deceased at the residence including Cash Russell.
Timeline of Events
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2025-10-09
Shooting at Hoover Avenue residence
Law enforcement responded to a shooting at a residence on Hoover Avenue in Springfield, Illinois. Three individuals were found deceased at the scene, including 9-year-old Cash Russell.
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Case Information
Incident:October 9, 2025
Last Updated:May 9, 2026
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Case Information
Incident:October 9, 2025
Last Updated:May 9, 2026
Up to $25,000 Reward
For information leading to the resolution of this case