Nathaniel Majors, a 22-year-old African American man from Cerro Gordo, was shot in Decatur, Illinois, on January 27, 2018. He was born July 11, 1995, worked as a foreman for C & S Landscaping, and enjoyed dancing, video games, riding his four-wheeler, and time with his family and fiancée.

The shooting occurred near North Graceland and West Harrison Avenue. Majors was taken to Decatur Memorial Hospital and died there around 10 PM. Police executed a search warrant at the house where he was shot, interviewed several people, collected evidence, and an autopsy was performed at the McLean County Coroner’s Morgue as part of the criminal investigation. No arrests have been announced.

Anyone who knew Nathaniel, was in the area that evening, or has information that could assist the investigation is asked to contact the Decatur Police Department.