HERRIN – A 38-year-old Herrin man has been arrested on a first degree murder charge.
Illinois State Police (ISP) reports Tyler Mezo is charged in connection with the death of a woman whose body was found in a Herrin residence. She had been shot several times.
On July 13, 2024, ISP was requested by the Herrin Police Department to conduct a death investigation at a residence in the 3100 block of Weaver Road in Herrin.
On July 14, 2024, after a thorough investigation, ISP presented the case to the Williamson County State’s Attorney’s Office for official charges to be filed. Mezo is being held at the Williamson County Jail pending his first court appearance.
ISP DCI agents were assisted by the Herrin Police Department, ISP Troop 10 patrol officers, and ISP Crime Scene Services. No further information is available.