Dayona Cierra Yvette Lee, a 26-year-old African American woman from Rock Island, Illinois, tragically lost her life on December 22, 2021. Born on September 25, 1995, in Moline, Illinois, Dayona was a dedicated home health care provider and a loving mother to her two children, Daysire Lee and Dayviontae Lee-Davis. Her untimely death has left a profound impact on her family and community.
On the morning of December 22, 2021, Dayona was found dead in her home near 4th Avenue and 19th Street in Rock Island. The preliminary autopsy revealed that she had been shot in the head, resulting in her immediate death. This incident was classified as a homicide, and the Rock Island Police Department promptly launched an investigation into her murder.
The investigation quickly led to the arrest of 27-year-old Shawn Boyd, also from Rock Island. Boyd turned himself in at the police department on the same day as the incident. He was charged with the murder of Dayona Cierra Yvette Lee and held on a $2 million bond. Boyd had a history of violence and was known to have been abusive towards Dayona in the past. He also had outstanding warrants from Iowa for a weapons offense and parole violations.
Dayona's family and friends held a vigil in her memory, expressing their grief and demanding justice for her untimely death. Her mother, Dawn Lobley, spoke out about the domestic violence Dayona had endured and urged others in similar situations to seek help. The community's response highlighted the widespread impact of Dayona's death and the urgent need for addressing domestic violence.
The case against Shawn Boyd is ongoing, with the legal proceedings expected to bring more details to light. Dayona's family continues to advocate for justice, hoping that her tragic story will raise awareness about the dangers of domestic violence and the importance of seeking help.
