Janiya Jenkins, 21, and Uyani Jones, 10, Found Dead in Streamwood Home: Sisters’ Tragic Deaths Leave Community Grieving, Authorities Searching for Answers in ‘Isolated’ Incident
The community of Streamwood, a quiet suburban village nestled northwest of Chicago, has been left shaken and heartbroken after the tragic deaths of two sisters—21-year-old Janiya Jenkins and 10-year-old Uyani Jones—who were found dead late Wednesday night inside their shared townhome. The shocking discovery has triggered both widespread grief and a search for answers in what authorities are calling an “isolated incident.”
According to the Streamwood Police Department, officers were dispatched to the residence in the 100 block of Clover Lane around 10:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 28, following a welfare check request from a concerned relative. Upon entering the home, first responders found the lifeless bodies of Jenkins and Jones. Emergency medical personnel pronounced both girls dead at the scene.
The circumstances surrounding their deaths remain under active investigation. Authorities have not yet released details regarding the cause of death or whether any signs of foul play were evident. However, police have confirmed there is no ongoing threat to the public and emphasized that this appears to be an isolated and contained situation.
“This is a devastating loss for the family and our community,” said Streamwood Police Chief Jeffrey Keener during a brief press conference Thursday morning. “We are working diligently with investigators, forensic experts, and the Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office to determine exactly what happened inside that home.”
The sisters were well-known and well-loved in the local community. Janiya Jenkins, 21, was described by friends and neighbors as a bright and compassionate young woman who was studying healthcare and often helped take care of her younger sister. Uyani Jones, a fifth-grader at a local elementary school, was remembered as a joyful, energetic girl with a love for reading, drawing, and singing in the school choir.
News of the tragedy spread quickly across Streamwood, and within hours, flowers, candles, and hand-written notes began appearing outside the residence. Community members gathered for a vigil Thursday night, lighting candles and sharing memories of the sisters as local clergy led prayers for healing and comfort.
“I still can’t believe they’re gone,” said Marla Anderson, a neighbor who had watched the girls grow up. “They were so close. Janiya was like a second mother to Uyani. This has left us all in shock.”
As investigators continue to work behind the scenes, the Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office is conducting autopsies to determine the exact causes of death. Police have been tight-lipped about whether any suspects are being sought or whether a third party was involved, reiterating only that no one else appears to be in danger.
Despite the limited information, the case has prompted renewed concerns around mental health, domestic safety, and support for vulnerable families. Local officials are urging anyone in need of help to reach out to available resources.
“This tragedy reminds us of the importance of community,” said Streamwood Mayor Katrina Thompson in a statement. “We may not yet know all the answers, but what we do know is that we must wrap our arms around this grieving family and stand together as we wait for clarity and justice.”
The Jenkins-Jones family has requested privacy during this time of mourning. A GoFundMe page has been established by relatives to assist with funeral expenses and counseling for grieving loved ones.