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Morris Thomas II

Case from Peoria, IL dated Sep 03, 2016

Victim Details

Morris Thomas II

Male

Black / African American

Peoria

IL

2016-09-03

19

Morris

Thomas II

07/09/2026

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Morris Thomas II, a 19-year-old African American male from Peoria, Illinois, tragically lost his life on September 3, 2016. Morris, affectionately known as 'Jimmy Truee,' was a talented DJ and entrepreneur who attended Peoria Central High School. He was known for his humor and ability to entertain family and friends. On the morning of his death, police were called to the area of West Windom Street and North Garfield Avenue following reports of a possible shooting. Upon arrival, officers found Mo ...
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  • Journal Star: Police arrest second person in weekend fatal shooting
  • Journal Star: One man killed, one seriously injured in Saturday double shooting
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