9/25/2021- 9:17 p.m.
Cape Girardeau/Bollinger County Major Case Squad Make Arrests in September 23rd Homicide
On Thursday, September 23, 2021 at approximately 12:35 p.m., the Cape Girardeau Police Department received a report of a shooting in the area of Giboney and Hickory Street.
Upon arrival, officers located the victim, a 39 year old Cape Girardeau resident, who had been shot. Lifesaving measures were attempted on scene; however, the victim died at the location of the incident. This victim has since been positively identified as David Flores from Cape Girardeau.
Throughout the course of the investigation, The Cape Girardeau / Bollinger County Major Case Squad identified suspects in this case and they have since been taken into custody.
Delijah Z. James, an 18 year old male from Cape Girardeau. James was arrested for murder in the second degree, robbery in the first degree and two counts of armed criminal action in connection with the death of Flores. James is currently being held at the Cape Girardeau Municipal jail on a $1,000,000.00 cash only bond.
Isaiah Keon Triplett, an 18 year old male from Cape Girardeau. Triplett was also arrested for murder in the second degree, robbery in the first degree and two counts of armed criminal action in connection with the death of Flores. Triplett is being held at the Cape Girardeau Municipal jail on a $1,000,000.00 cash only bond.
The Cape Girardeau / Bollinger County Major Case Squad, who will now be formally disbanding but still actively investigating this crime, would like to offer its appreciation to Sikeston Department of Public Safety for their assistance in the apprehension of Delijah James.
The public is still strongly encouraged to contact the Cape Girardeau Police Department with any information they may have pertaining to this investigation.
Phone: 573-339-6621
Anonymous call line: 573-339-6313
Text “CAPEPD” to 847411
