Man found dead in Peoria fire suffered strangulation and multiple injuries

Autopsy Reveals Homicide in Peoria Garage Fire

A 68-year-old man discovered after a Peoria garage fire died from strangulation along with multiple blunt and sharp force injuries, according to a report from the Peoria County Coroner’s Office. Authorities confirmed that the man’s death occurred before the fire began.

Peoria firefighters responded to the blaze and found the victim inside the garage. Once the flames were extinguished, investigators quickly determined that the circumstances surrounding the man’s death were suspicious.

The coroner’s report classified the death as a homicide, based on the nature of the victim’s injuries. Law enforcement continues to investigate the case, but no arrests or suspects have been publicly identified as of now.

"The man suffered strangulation and multiple blunt and sharp force injuries," the report stated.

Officials have not disclosed the victim’s name, citing the ongoing investigation.


Author’s summary: The Peoria County coroner ruled a garage fire death a homicide, revealing that the 68-year-old victim was strangled and suffered multiple other injuries before the blaze.

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Journal Star Journal Star — 2025-11-30

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