On the evening of April 9, 2021, Urbana police responded to reports of shots fired at the Prairie Green Apartments, located at 2507 Prairie Green Drive. Upon arrival, officers discovered 34-year-old Eric D. Kirk Jr., a male resident of Urbana, who had sustained a fatal gunshot wound. He was pronounced dead at the scene. The investigation revealed dozens of shell casings and multiple bullet strikes in the parking lot, indicating a significant exchange of gunfire.
Eric Dwayne Kirk Jr. was born on August 11, 1986, and was 34 years old at the time of his death. He was laid to rest in Urbana, Illinois.
As of the latest available information, the Urbana Police Department has not announced any arrests or identified any suspects in connection with the shooting. The investigation remains ongoing, and authorities have urged anyone with information, photographs, or video recordings related to the incident to come forward. Individuals can contact the Urbana Police Department directly or provide anonymous tips through Crime Stoppers.
