The quiet suburban neighborhood of Streamwood, Illinois, was shaken by a tragic discovery on Wednesday night, May 28, 2025, when a 10-year-old girl and a 21-year-old woman were found dead inside a townhome in the 1600 block of McKool Avenue. The victims, identified by the Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office as Uyani Jones and Janiya Jenkins, were pronounced dead at the scene shortly after 8 p.m., leaving the community grappling with grief and questions about the circumstances surrounding their deaths. The incident, described by authorities as isolated, has prompted a thorough investigation involving multiple law enforcement agencies, with police presence lingering into Thursday morning as residents sought answers.
Streamwood police responded to a 911 call just before 8 p.m., initially directed to Kiddie Corner Park at 1560 Nickol Avenue, but the focus quickly shifted to a nearby townhome in the Woodland Heights East subdivision. Upon arrival, officers discovered the bodies of Uyani and Janiya, both of whom had suffered significant blood loss, suggesting a violent crime. The scene was cordoned off with yellow crime scene tape, and investigators from the Streamwood Police Department, alongside the Cook County Major Case Assistance Team, worked through the night to process evidence and piece together the events leading to the tragedy. A command center was established near McKool and Miller Avenues, underscoring the gravity of the investigation.
Authorities have remained tight-lipped about the specifics of the case, stating only that the circumstances are under active investigation. Preliminary findings indicate that the incident was confined to the townhome and poses no ongoing threat to the public, a statement intended to reassure residents of the close-knit community. However, the lack of clarity regarding the relationship between Uyani Jones and Janiya Jenkins, as well as the cause of their deaths, has left neighbors and loved ones in a state of unease. Speculation about a possible familial connection has surfaced, with some reports suggesting the victims may have been sisters, though police have not confirmed this detail.
The investigation has drawn support from neighboring law enforcement agencies, including the Bensenville Police Department, which located a suspect’s vehicle in Redmond Park on Wednesday night. An extensive search of the area followed, utilizing drones, K9 units, and assistance from other local agencies, though no arrests have been publicly announced. The involvement of the Major Case Assistance Team, a specialized unit tasked with handling homicides and significant crimes, signals the complexity of the case and the commitment to uncovering the truth behind this heartbreaking loss.
Community members have expressed profound sorrow over the deaths, particularly the loss of 10-year-old Uyani, whose young age has struck a deep chord. Vigils and memorials are beginning to emerge as residents come together to honor the victims and support one another. Streamwood police have urged anyone with information to come forward, providing a Crime Tip Hotline at 630-736-3719 and an email address, police@streamwood.org, for tips. As the investigation continues, the focus remains on delivering justice for Uyani and Janiya while offering closure to a community reeling from an unimaginable tragedy. The coming days are likely to bring more clarity, but for now, Streamwood mourns the loss of two lives cut short in a quiet corner of their town.
