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Man Admits Killing 22-Year-Old in Self-Defense Claim
29 Apr
Summary
- Charles Tanturri II pleaded guilty to voluntary manslaughter.
- The shooting victim was identified as 22-year-old Jalesseazay Posey.
- Tanturri claimed he feared Posey was robbing others and felt trapped.
Charles Tanturri II has pleaded guilty to voluntary manslaughter in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred in Springfield on September 25, 2025. The incident resulted in the death of 22-year-old Jalesseazay Posey.
Police responded to a shooting call on Delta Road around 3:10 a.m. They discovered Posey, who was pronounced dead at Springfield Regional Medical Center after sustaining multiple gunshot wounds. Tanturri, who had called 911 reporting a gunfight, stated he shot Posey out of fear and a feeling of being trapped, believing Posey was robbing two other individuals.
Further investigation and review of security footage showed Tanturri firing first. Posey was with two other people whose hands were down, and his firearm was not pointed at anyone. A witness described Tanturri as the primary aggressor, asserting no one was in danger. Tanturri is scheduled to be sentenced on May 1.
