Kommodor Tarver, a 45-year-old African American male, was tragically killed on the night of December 18, 2018, in Peoria, Illinois. The incident occurred just after 11 p.m. when Peoria Police responded to ShotSpotter alerts in the area of the 2600 block of N. Bootz and the 300 block of West Corrington. Upon arrival, they found Kommodor Tarver down in the 2600 block of N. Hanssler Ct. He was pronounced dead at the scene. An autopsy revealed that Tarver had suffered three gunshot wounds: two to the head and one to the abdomen, indicating a violent and targeted attack.
The investigation into Kommodor Tarver's death has been ongoing, with no immediate suspects identified at the time of the incident. The Peoria Police Department has been actively seeking information from the public to aid in solving the case. Despite the efforts, there have been no arrests or significant leads reported in the media. The lack of suspect information has made it challenging for law enforcement to make progress in the case.
In the aftermath of the shooting, the community of Peoria has been left in shock and mourning. Kommodor Tarver's death has highlighted the ongoing issues of gun violence in the area. Local authorities have continued to urge anyone with information to come forward, emphasizing the importance of community cooperation in solving such crimes. The case remains open, and the Peoria Police Department continues to investigate, hoping to bring justice to Kommodor Tarver and his family.
