On August 28, 2024, at approximately 2:15 AM, Fairview Heights patrol officers responded to a reported home invasion at an address on Stites Avenue. The suspect, MARKEITHION D. MOORE (AGE 19), was known to the victim and had unlawfully entered the residence through a window.
Moore physically battered a victim multiple times. Another occupant of the residence witnessed Moore battering the victim. After being discovered, Moore stole a cell phone and fled the scene through the same window. Despite an immediate search of the area, officers were initially unable to locate Moore.
In a turn of events, the victim utilized a tracking feature that was previously installed on the stolen cell phone, revealing its current location at a nearby business. Officers quickly responded to the business and located Moore inside. Upon seeing the officers, Moore attempted to evade capture but was subsequently ordered to stop. He continued to resist arrest, leading officers to deploy a Taser to secure him. After being subdued and handcuffed, Moore was escorted to a patrol vehicle but refused to enter willingly. While being placed in the vehicle, he spat on an officer.
Moore is very well known by law enforcement for violent crimes and being the respondent to an active order of protection.
This case was presented to the St. Clair County State’s Attorney, James Gomric’s Office, who issued the following warrants:
-24CF0150101 Home Invasion/Cause Injury – (Class X Felony)
-24CF0150102 Agg Battery/Peace Officer – (Class 2 Felony)
-24CF0150103 Domestic Battery – (Class A Misdemeanor)
-24CF0150104 Domestic Battery/Other Prior – (Class 4 Felony) X2
-24CF0150106 Resist Peace Officer – (Class A Misdemeanor)
The Fairview Heights Police Department continues to ensure the safety and security of our community. We are committed to holding individuals accountable for violent acts and working diligently to protect victims. At this time, Moore is being held at the St. Clair County Jail pending his court date.
*Required by the Illinois Supreme Court: All persons charged with a crime are innocent until found guilty in a court of law.