Tuesday morning shooting in Lincoln leaves one dead, one in custody

 

[January 20, 2021] 

On Tuesday, January 19, 2021, at about 8:47 a.m., Lincoln Police Units were dispatched to a residence in the 1400 block of North Ottawa St in reference to a reported shooting. Lincoln Officers responded to find a 77 year old male with a gunshot wound to the chest. Logan County Paramedics and Lincoln Fire Department responded and attempted to stabilize the male, but were unsuccessful and the male died due to his injuries. The male was identified as John S. Yates.

The caller was Kathleen R. Yates, 67 years of age, who is the wife of the victim. She was subsequently arrested for First Degree Homicide, a Class X Felony offense. Preliminary investigation indicates a domestic dispute that resulted in the discharge of a firearm.

This investigation is still open and in progress by the Lincoln Police Department and Illinois State Police. The arrest charges are merely allegations and the defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty. All reports will be forwarded to the Logan County State’s Attorney for review.

Participating agencies: Lincoln Police Department, Logan County Coroner’s Office, Logan County Sheriff’s Office, Logan County Paramedics Association, Lincoln Fire Department, and Illinois State Police.

AUTHORITY: Paul Adams, Chief of Police