Doorbell camera captures clown-costumed 15-year-old accused in downstate Illinois murder

Tuesday, August 4, 2026 10:39PM CT
EAST ST. LOUIS, Ill. (WLS) -- A doorbell camera captured footage of a teen who police say killed someone while wearing a clown costume.

It happened downstate in East St. Louis, Illinois on Monday.



Investigators say a body was found in the road.

They also say the 15-year-old suspect was captured on this video at a home nearby.



The teen is now in custody.

This is a developing story. Check back with ABC7 for updates.
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