Three Men Pleaded Guilty in St. Louis Carjacking
The defendants confessed to stealing a vehicle and firing shots at an Illinois State Police trooper.
Updated on Sept. 22, 2026 in Law Enforcement
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Three men have pleaded guilty to charges stemming from a violent carjacking that occurred in St. Louis. The suspects stole a 2013 Nissan Sentra and later fired approximately six shots at an Illinois State Police trooper during a pursuit.
Why it matters
This case highlights the dangers posed to law enforcement during high-speed vehicle pursuits across state lines. The defendants, who sought to take the vehicle to a chop shop, now face significant federal prison sentences for their actions.
Davon McLorn, 32, Kasey Richardson, 30, and Abduelah Jones, 28, all entered guilty pleas for the carjacking. Jones is currently serving a 73-month prison sentence, while sentencing for Richardson and McLorn is pending.
The players
Davon McLorn
He is a 32-year-old defendant who pleaded guilty to carjacking and brandishing a firearm.
Abduelah Jones
The 28-year-old defendant is currently serving a 73-month prison sentence for his role in the carjacking.
Kasey Richardson
He is a 30-year-old defendant who pleaded guilty to carjacking and a firearm charge.
Illinois State Police
This law enforcement agency pursued the suspects across the state line and was the target of gunfire during the chase.
The details
On January 27, 2024, at Convention Plaza and North 7th Street, Davon McLorn smashed a driver's side window to pull a victim from their 2013 Nissan Sentra. The group fled across the Eads Bridge into Illinois, where they were eventually captured after firing roughly six shots at a trooper and crashing the vehicle.
Timeline
The carjacking took place on January 27, 2024.
Davon McLorn entered his guilty plea on September 16, 2026.
Kasey Richardson is scheduled for sentencing on November 17, 2026.
Davon McLorn is scheduled for sentencing on January 20, 2027.
Legal Context
This incident follows a pattern of cross-border criminal pursuits that complicate local and state law enforcement jurisdiction. The prosecution of these three men reflects the rigorous federal approach to carjacking cases involving violent encounters with police officers.
The violent nature of this crime during a routine carjacking highlights the ongoing safety concerns for residents in the downtown area. Local officials and state troopers continue to monitor high-traffic corridors like the Eads Bridge to prevent similar cross-state pursuit incidents.
The takeaway
Vehicle theft and violent pursuit cases carry severe federal penalties that often result in multi-year prison terms. Residents should remain vigilant in high-traffic areas and immediately report any suspicious activity to local police.
What happens next
Kasey Richardson is scheduled to be sentenced on November 17, 2026, followed by the sentencing of Davon McLorn on January 20, 2027.
Further reading
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