Suspect In Monday’s Fatal I-80 Shooting Identified, Charged

The Will County State’s Attorney, along with Illinois State Police, have announced charges from Monday’s fatal shooting on I-80 in New Lenox

45-year-old Phillip Rogers of Chicago has been charged with First Degree Murder and Aggravated Unlawful Use of a Weapon by a Felon. 

Rogers was driving along I-80 and engaged in a road rage incident that ultimately took the life of 30-year-old Lenier Clayton of Joliet. Following the crash and shooting, Rogers was located nearby by New Lenox Police, then turned over to Illinois State Police.

ISP reminds the public that when it comes to aggressive driving, don’t lose your temper or your life. Road Rage. Don’t Engage. If you are the victim of road rage or believe a driver is following or harassing you, call 911 and/or go to the nearest police department to report it.