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See any errors? Let us know!Arlie Ray Davis: A Detailed Account of His Crimes
Overview
Arlie Ray Davis was a convicted serial killer responsible for multiple heinous crimes in Illinois. His criminal activities spanned from the early 1990s to the mid-1990s, and he was ultimately sentenced to death for his actions.Crimes and Convictions
Davis was charged with multiple counts of first-degree murder, aggravated criminal sexual assault, kidnapping, aggravated kidnapping, robbery, and concealment of a homicidal death. His most notable crime was the murder of Laurie Gwinn in August 1995.Victims
- Laurie Gwinn: Murdered in August 1995 in Kewanee, Illinois. Her body was found floating in the Hennepin Canal north of Annawan, Illinois.
- Stephanie Gibson: Disappeared in the mid-1990s, believed to be a victim of Davis.
- Loretta Tinkham: Disappeared in the mid-1990s, believed to be a victim of Davis.
- Sheryl Murwin: Disappeared in the mid-1990s, believed to be a victim of Davis.
- Cheryl Murray: Disappeared in the mid-1990s, believed to be a victim of Davis.
Victims
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Confirmed Victims: (1)
Laurie Gwinn Age: (42), Date of Death: 1995-08 ...View 0 additional victims
Suspected Victims: Ginny Miles Age: (26), Date of Death: 1993-12 Stephanie Gibson Age: (48), Date of Death: 1995-07-08 Loretta Tinkham Age: (30), Date of Death: 1994-11-03 Sheryl Murwin Age: (35), Date of Death: 1994 Cheryl Murray Age: (43), Date of Death: 1994-04-01
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See any mistakes? Let us know!Killer's Details
Arlie Ray
Davis
November 8, 1955 Peoria, Illinois, United States
October 13, 2002 (aged 46) Pontiac Correctional Center, Pontiac, Illinois, United States
Natural causes
Male
White
Murder
Death
1 - 6+
1993 - 1995
Illinois
Peoria
1995
Pontiac Correctional Center — Pontiac, Illinois
07/03/2025










