STREAMWOOD, IL – May 29, 2025 — A community is reeling and police are urgently searching for a suspect following the horrifying deaths of two sisters, 10-year-old Uyani Jones and 21-year-old Janiya Jenkins, who were found murdered in their suburban home in Streamwood, a northwest suburb of Chicago.
Authorities have identified the suspect as 25-year-old Jalonie Jenkins, the older brother of the victims. He is currently at large and considered armed and dangerous. According to law enforcement, Jalonie was last seen in Bensenville, Illinois, and an all-points bulletin has been issued for his apprehension.
A Chilling Discovery
The tragic incident unfolded late Wednesday night, May 28, when officers from the Streamwood Police Department were called to a residence on Clover Lane following a report of unresponsive individuals. What they found was a chilling and gruesome scene that would later be described by a neighbor as “gut-wrenching.”
According to the neighbor—who is a close family friend and whose daughter was best friends with Uyani—her daughter had been on a phone call with the sisters around 7:40 p.m.. During that call, the daughter heard disturbing noises and commotion in the background. Then, the chilling words:
“Don’t kill the kids,” Janiya was heard pleading.
Shortly after, two other children who had been inside the home ran over to the neighbor’s house, frantically saying that their sisters were dead.
The neighbor, whose identity has not been disclosed for privacy reasons, followed one of the boys back to the residence. What she found left her in shock.
“I walked up the stairs… I just see like blood and stuff, you know, everywhere,” she recounted. “They’re gone. I didn’t see no signs of nobody breathing, I didn’t see no movement, I didn’t hear no—no nothing.”
Police Investigation and Manhunt Underway
Streamwood police, assisted by other regional and state law enforcement agencies, have launched a full-scale homicide investigation. Crime scene investigators and forensic teams were seen working through the night at the home, collecting evidence in what authorities are describing as a deeply tragic and isolated family-related incident.
Officials have not yet disclosed the official cause of death, but both victims suffered violent trauma. The Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office is conducting autopsies.
The suspect, Jalonie Jenkins, has no known criminal history that has been publicly released, but authorities are asking the public to come forward with any information about his whereabouts.
“This is a deeply disturbing case, and we are doing everything in our power to bring this suspect into custody,” said Streamwood Police Chief Jeffrey Keener. “If you see Jalonie Jenkins or know anything about his location, do not approach him. Call 911 immediately.”
Community in Mourning
The deaths of Janiya and Uyani have sent shockwaves through the Streamwood community. Janiya, just 21, was known as a devoted sister who helped care for Uyani while also pursuing a career in healthcare. Uyani, a fifth-grade student, was beloved for her joyful spirit, creativity, and love of singing and reading.
A candlelight vigil is being planned in their memory, as neighbors and friends struggle to come to terms with the senseless violence. The family, understandably devastated, has requested privacy during this time of mourning.
A GoFundMe page has been launched by relatives to support funeral costs and provide counseling resources for surviving siblings and loved ones.