On June 13, 2024, Renee Ellen Terry, a 61-year-old resident of Springfield, Illinois, was found dead in her home along with her partner, Robert Terry Jr., 67. The incident occurred in the 1800 block of Post Oak Court in Springfield.
Preliminary autopsy results released by Sangamon County Coroner Jim Allmon indicated that Renee Terry died from multiple gunshot wounds.
Her death is being investigated as a homicide by the Springfield Police Department and the Sangamon County Coroner's office.
In contrast, Robert Terry Jr.'s death was attributed to a single self-inflicted gunshot wound, according to the autopsy findings. This suggests that the case may involve a murder-suicide, although the exact circumstances and motivations are still under investigation.
Both Renee and Robert Terry Jr. were found and pronounced deceased inside their home on Thursday morning. The investigation into the deaths is ongoing, with the authorities working to determine the full details surrounding the incident.
Renee Ellen Terry's death has been recognized as a result of gun violence, and she is remembered through various tributes and memorials, including the National Gun Violence Memorial.
