Demario R. Brooms dies in fatal Kewanee stabbing

Demario R. Brooms dies in fatal Kewanee stabbing

Fatal Kewanee stabbing death of Demario R. Brooms – Obituary

Demario R. Brooms, 47, of Kewanee, tragically lost his life afte being fatally stabbed during a confrontation at Fairview Homes.

The incident, which occurred on Thursday, resulted in Brooms suffering severe injuries and led to his death despite efforts to provide medical assistance. Authorities later arrested a 17-year-old suspect, Dareon S. Baker, who is now facing charges as an adult.

Baker has been formally charged with first-degree murder and aggravated battery, with his arraignment held on Friday. Baker pleaded not guilty and has requested a jury trial.

The Kewanee Police Department continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding this violent crime.