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Manhunt Underway for Suspect in Fatal Streamwood Stabbing of Woman and Girl

Authorities concentrate their search in Bensenville following the discovery of the suspect’s vehicle in Redmond Park.

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Overview

  • Two sisters, Janiya Jenkins, 21, and Uyani Jones, 10, were found stabbed to death Wednesday night inside a Streamwood townhome on McKool Avenue.
  • The suspect, identified as 25-year-old Jalonie Jenkins, is considered armed and dangerous and remains at large.
  • Investigators from the Streamwood Police Department and the Major Case Assistance Team have worked around the clock since the killings.
  • Law enforcement agencies employed drones, search dogs and a perimeter in Bensenville’s Redmond Park after locating the suspect’s car there.
  • School District U-46 will offer grief counseling at Parkwood School Friday for students and families affected by the tragedy.