Zamion Bailey, a 22-year-old African American male from Peoria, Illinois, tragically lost his life on June 2, 2021. He and his older brother, Eric D. Bailey II, aged 27, were found deceased in a vehicle parked in the 2300 block of N. Idaho Street in Peoria. Both brothers had suffered multiple gunshot wounds and were pronounced dead at the scene. The Peoria County Coroner, Jamie Harwood, confirmed that the gunshot wounds were the cause of their immediate deaths.
The investigation into the double homicide of Zamion and Eric Bailey is ongoing. As of the latest updates, no suspects have been identified, and the motive behind the shooting remains unclear. The Peoria Police Department has been actively seeking information from the public to aid in solving the case. They have urged anyone with relevant information or surveillance footage to come forward and assist in the investigation.
The deaths of Zamion and Eric Bailey marked the 10th and 11th homicides in Peoria for the year 2021. The community has been deeply affected by this tragic event, and there have been calls for increased efforts to address gun violence in the area. Despite the ongoing investigation, no arrests have been made, and the case remains unsolved. The police continue to follow leads and gather evidence in hopes of bringing justice to the Bailey family and the community.
