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Belleville Today
By the People, for the People
Belleville Police Investigate Second Homicide on Sunday
Two suspects in custody after 20-year-old man shot and killed at Qdoba restaurant
Mar. 16, 2026 at 12:20am
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Belleville police are investigating the fatal shooting of a 20-year-old man on Sunday afternoon at a Qdoba restaurant. The victim, Montavion Conrad, was pronounced dead at a local hospital. Two suspects were taken into custody after a vehicle chase and crash. This was the second homicide investigation launched by Belleville police on Sunday.
Why it matters
Violent crime and homicides are concerning issues for the Belleville community, and this incident marks the second such tragedy in the city on a single day. The investigation will likely focus on the motives and circumstances behind the shooting, as well as any potential connections to the earlier homicide on Sunday.
The details
Police responded to a call about a shooting at the Qdoba restaurant around 3:50 pm on Sunday. They found the 20-year-old victim, Montavion Conrad, suffering from a gunshot wound. Conrad was pronounced dead at Belleville Memorial Hospital. Two suspects were identified and located a short time later, leading to a vehicle chase that ended in a crash. The two suspects fled the vehicle on foot but were apprehended by police. The investigation into the shooting remains active and ongoing.
- The incident occurred around 3:50 pm on Sunday, March 16, 2026.
- The victim, Montavion Conrad, was pronounced dead at 4:17 pm on Sunday.
The players
Montavion Conrad
A 20-year-old Belleville resident who was fatally shot at a local Qdoba restaurant.
Belleville Police Department
The local law enforcement agency investigating the homicide and apprehending two suspects.
What they’re saying
“The investigation remains active and ongoing.”
— Belleville Police Department (bnd.com)
What’s next
The judge will determine whether to grant bail for the two suspects apprehended in the case.
The takeaway
This tragic incident highlights the ongoing challenges Belleville faces with violent crime and the need for continued community efforts to improve public safety and address the root causes of such violence.
