Police Arrest Peoria Murder Suspect in Milwaukee
Authorities apprehended 30-year-old Maurice Graves following the fatal shooting of 30-year-old Dionna Causey.
Updated on Oct. 15, 2026 in Violence
Police have arrested 30-year-old Maurice Graves in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, in connection with the first-degree murder of 30-year-old Dionna Causey. The victim died at OSF Healthcare Saint Francis Medical Center after being shot in Peoria.
Why it matters
The apprehension of a suspect in another state concludes a search that followed the fatal shooting of a local resident. Authorities are working through the legal process following the identification of Graves as a person of interest.
Maurice Graves currently faces a first-degree murder charge following his arrest in Milwaukee. The investigation into the shooting, which left Dionna Causey with three gunshot wounds, remains active.
The players
Maurice Graves
He is a 30-year-old suspect currently facing a first-degree murder charge in connection with a shooting in Peoria.
Dionna Causey
She was a 30-year-old victim who died at OSF Healthcare Saint Francis Medical Center after being shot.
The details
Maurice Graves was taken into custody by police at a home in Milwaukee after being identified as a person of interest in the death of Dionna Causey. The victim, who was 30 years old, sustained gunshot wounds to her back and leg during the incident in Peoria.
Timeline
Dionna Causey was shot on October 5, 2026.
Maurice Graves was arrested in Milwaukee on October 8, 2026.
Police officially confirmed the arrest of Maurice Graves on October 15, 2026.
Legal Context
The charges filed against Graves follow the legal framework established by the Illinois Criminal Code's first-degree murder statutes. Such cases involve standard extradition procedures when suspects are apprehended in jurisdictions outside of Illinois.
The arrest of a suspect in a high-profile murder case provides clarity regarding the status of the investigation for local residents. No specific safety advisories remain in effect for the public following the apprehension of the suspect in Milwaukee.
The takeaway
The swift identification and apprehension of a suspect in a different state illustrates the reach of modern law enforcement investigations. Residents are encouraged to report any remaining information regarding the incident to local authorities.
Further reading
For more information on local safety, read the latest reports in the Peoria Violence section.
