Man charged in death of 17-year-old girlfriend in O’Fallon, Illinois
O’FALLON, Ill. (First Alert 4) - An 18-year-old man has been charged in the death of a 17-year-old girl in O’Fallon, Illinois.
According to police, the homicide happened at the Goshen Trailhead parking lot on Kyle Road, across the street from Edward A. Fulton Junior High, on Sunday night.
On Tuesday, the victim was identified as Cadence Eileen Prince. Police allege that she was killed by her boyfriend, Julian G. Holloway.
Holloway has been charged with murder/intent to kill. He is currently in custody at the St. Clair County Jail pending additional court proceedings.
“This incident serves as a sobering reminder of the often-hidden dangers of teen dating violence and domestic abuse. No one—regardless of age—should feel unsafe in a relationship. We urge all families, schools, and community leaders to have open and ongoing conversations about healthy relationships, warning signs of abuse, and available systems," Police Chief Kirk Brueggeman shared.
If you or someone you know is experiencing abuse, you can the following for help:
- National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or text “START” to 88788
- Love Is Respect (for teens and young adults): 1-866-331-9474 or text “LOVEIS” to 22522
- Violence Prevention Center for Southwestern Illinois: 618-235-0892 www.vpcswi.org
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