Police Arrested Peoria Man After Office Shooting
Authorities apprehended 24-year-old Shon Graves in connection with a shooting that occurred at an office building.
Updated on Sept. 30, 2026 in Violence
Peoria police and U.S. Marshals arrested 24-year-old Shon Graves on September 29, 2026. He faces charges for a shooting that occurred on September 4 when a bullet struck a woman inside an office building.
Why it matters
The investigation revealed that an office worker was struck by a bullet after six shots were fired during a parking lot incident. Authorities believe the woman was an innocent bystander caught in the crossfire meant for others.
Shon Graves has been formally charged with aggravated battery and reckless discharge of a firearm. The arrest was executed by Peoria police and U.S. Marshals following the incident on the 2400 block of North Knoxville Avenue.
The players
Shon Graves
He is a 24-year-old man who was taken into custody by local and federal law enforcement.
Peoria Police Department
This agency serves as the primary law enforcement body for the city of Peoria.
U.S. Marshals Service
This federal agency coordinated with local police to carry out the arrest of the suspect.
The details
On September 4, a bullet entered an office building through a window, passing through multiple cubicle walls before striking a woman in the shoulder and landing on her desk. Police determined that the shooter fired six times at two individuals exiting a parking lot.
Timeline
September 4, 2026: Six shots were fired at an office building in Peoria.
September 29, 2026: Authorities arrested suspect Shon Graves.
Legal Context
This incident follows a pattern of gun-related violence documented in the 2023 Peoria crime statistics report. Law enforcement continues to address these specific occurrences of urban violence through increased inter-agency cooperation.
Residents in the area near North Knoxville Avenue may notice a continued law enforcement presence as the investigation into the shooting targets proceeds. No specific safety advisories for the general public have been issued following the arrest.
The takeaway
This case highlights the unpredictable nature of stray gunfire in busy commercial areas. Office workers and residents are encouraged to report any suspicious activity in parking lots to local authorities immediately.
Further reading
Learn more about local public safety efforts in the Violence section.
