Man accused of killing Momence bar owner in 'execution-style' shooting now facing federal charges

Source ABC Local
Original Load Date April 17, 2026, 9 p.m.
Last Updated April 17, 2026, 9 p.m.
Original URL https://abc7chicago.com/post/julius-burkes-jr-suspect-deadly-kankakee-county-shooting-momence-bar-owner-courtney-drysdale-faces-federal-charges/18909265/

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MOMENCE, Ill. (WLS) -- The man accused of a shooting a [ Momence bar owner to death now faces federal charges. ][1] Julius Burkes, 47, of Hammond, made his first appearance on the new charges Friday. ### [ ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watch ][2] They include murder and obst...