Peoria crime

New Peoria Police Chief Brad Dixon says the city deserves a police department that communicates openly, acts with integrity, and earns the public’s trust. A Peoria native who’s been on the force for more than 25 years, Dixon is in his first week of leading the department following his recent promotion.

New Peoria Police Chief Brad Dixon affirmed his dedication to the city and commitment to transparency and accountability in taking his oath of office Friday at City Hall.

The City of Peoria has recorded three homicides so far in 2026, compared with two at the same point in 2025. Just one of those cases has been solved. The number of shooting incidents and gunshot victims has held steady compared with the same period last year, according to a new report from the Peoria Police Department.

Peoria City Manager Patrick Urich says the city wants to do what it can to alleviate concerns about lighting and safety at public housing locations and other residential developments.

Over 200 survivors of crime met in Springfield on Wednesday, joining lawmakers to demand better trauma services for victims across the state.

Peoria Police are investigating the first homicide of the year. 22-year-old Kamry Harris was shot and died Wednesday about 2:00 p.m. in the front…