Anthony T. Moton, a 31-year-old African American man with a last known address in Chicago, was killed in Peoria, Illinois, on January 9, 2016. The Peoria County Coroner, Johnna Ingersoll, ruled the cause of death multiple gunshot wounds. His death was recorded as Peoria’s first homicide of 2016.

Peoria police say Moton was in the city when he was shot multiple times and died at the scene. Investigators have described the probe as difficult, citing a lack of witnesses and limited physical evidence. No arrests or suspects have been publicly identified and the case remains open.

Friends and family held community events to honor Moton’s memory and to call for peace while urging residents to cooperate with law enforcement. Anyone with information about Anthony Moton’s shooting is asked to contact the Peoria Police Department.