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Jenni M. McGruder

Case from Galesburg, IL dated Apr 01, 2018

Victim Details

Name

Jenni M. McGruder

Gender

Female

Race

White / Caucasian

City

Galesburg

State

IL

Date Of Death

2018-04-01

Age At Death

26

First Name

Jenni

Last Name

M. McGruder

Last Updated

07/03/2026

Case Description

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Jenni Marie McGruder, a 26-year-old white female, tragically lost her life on April 1, 2018, in Galesburg, Illinois, due to a senseless act of gun violence. Born on March 28, 1992, in Galesburg, she was a loving mother, wife, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend. Jenni was married to Michael D. McGruder and was the mother of two young children, Ryker and Ryleigh. She was known for her positive outlook on life, her infectious laugh, and her ability to light up any room she entered. Jenni's death le ...

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Journal Star: Bail set at $1M for suspect in fatal Galesburg shooting

WQAD.com: Galesburg shooting victim was “innocent victim” in wrong place at wrong time

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