Emanuel Ratliff was 26 when he died in Belleville, Illinois, on June 5, 2020. Local authorities later classified his death as a homicide, and investigators described him as the victim of a violent crime that drew attention in the Belleville community.

Police named several persons of interest as the inquiry continued, but investigators faced challenges from limited physical evidence and the need for witness cooperation. In the months after the killing there were arrests and charges related to the case, and multiple court hearings where evidence and testimony were presented.

Friends and family have held vigils and community events in his memory and called for justice, while the case has stirred local conversations about safety and violence prevention. If anyone knew Emanuel, saw something on June 5, 2020, in Belleville, or has information that could help, please come forward.