Crime Solvers Central
CSC
265 Cases Solved. Advancing justice for missing persons, unsolved homicides, unidentified and unclaimed remains.
Robert Purdle death by force case profile photo

Robert Purdle

Case from Peoria, IL dated Jul 04, 2019

Victim Details

Robert Purdle

Male

Black / African American

Peoria

IL

2019-07-04

30

Robert

Purdle

07/04/2026

Case Description

Any updates on this case? Let us know!
Robert Purdle, a 30-year-old African American male from Peoria, Illinois, tragically lost his life on July 4, 2019. He was pronounced dead at OSF Saint Francis Medical Center following an early morning shooting. The incident marked Peoria's thirteenth homicide of the year. Robert, affectionately known as "Rob G," was born on September 7, 1988, to Jerome Vinson and Angela Purdle. He was a loving father to six children and was known for his positive spirit and love for chess and spades.

The ...
MEMBER ACCESS

Continue reading the complete case summary

Unlock the full case narrative for Robert Purdle, all available source links, additional videos, and member discussions.

Unlock Full Case Access — $3.97/month
Cancel anytime.
Already a member? Log in

Links to Additional Sources (6)

See any mistakes? Let us know!
  • Robert U Purdle Sr Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information
  • Victim identified in South Peoria shootings; 13th homicide in city in ...
    • MEMBER ACCESS

    Unlock 4 additional sources

    View the complete collection of available reporting and reference links for this case.

    View All Case Sources — $3.97/month
    Cancel anytime.
    Already a member? Log in

    Latest News

    View All

    Forum Posts (3)

    I wanted to take a moment to reflect on the role Rob G played in his community and how much he meant... ...Read More
    08/20/2024
    I’ve been thinking a lot about the way Robert’s case has involved community efforts, and it’s ... ...Read More
    05/15/2024
    It's so devastating to read about Rob G's case still being unsolved after all this time. I can't ima... ...Read More
    02/23/2023
    MEMBER ACCESS

    Join the discussion for Robert Purdle

    Read full forum posts and contribute to this case discussion.

    Unlock forum access — $3.97/month
    Already a member? Log in

    Other Cases from Peoria, Illinois

    Dennis Harris death by force case in Peoria, IL

    Dennis Harris

    Death: Sep 04, 2024
    On Wednesday, September 4, 2024, a fatal shooting occurred in South Peoria, Illinois, resulting in t ...Read More
    Deshawnteris Lyrell Terrell Edwards death by force case in Peoria, IL

    Deshawnteris Lyrell Terrell Edwards

    Death: Jul 21, 2021
    Deshawnteris Lyrell Terrell Edwards, a 12-year-old African American boy from Peoria, Illinois, tragi g ...Read More
    William Murphy death by force case in Peoria, IL

    William Murphy

    Death: Jun 23, 1903
    Detective William F. Murphy, aged 37, was a dedicated officer of the Peoria Police Department in Ill l ...Read More
    Zamion Bailey death by force case in Peoria, IL

    Zamion Bailey

    Death: Jun 02, 2021
    Zamion Bailey, a 22-year-old African American male from Peoria, Illinois, tragically lost his life o ...Read More
    Edward Peter Barrett death by force case in Peoria, IL

    Edward Peter Barrett

    Death: Oct 12, 1907
    Edward Peter Barrett, a 50-year-old white male, tragically lost his life on October 12, 1907, in Peo e ...Read More
    Kommodor Tarver death by force case in Peoria, IL

    Kommodor Tarver

    Death: Dec 18, 2018
    Kommodor Tarver, a 45-year-old African American male, was tragically killed on the night of December e ...Read More
    Jordan Walker death by force case in Peoria, IL

    Jordan Walker

    Death: May 09, 2015
    Jordan Walker, a 20-year-old African American male from Peoria, Illinois, tragically passed away on n ...Read More