Accident – Death – Obituary News : : 1. Peoria woman death Illinois River
2. 37-year-old woman found dead Peoria

A Peoria woman was identified as the person found in the Illinois River on Friday. The Peoria County Coroner’s Office confirmed the woman as Seiarra (Waddell) DeLasso, aged 37, with an autopsy scheduled. The Peoria County Sheriff’s Office responded to Mosiac Fertilizer on Cargill Road, where an employee discovered the body floating in the river. Authorities are seeking help in identifying the deceased. In other local news, the investigation continues into the tragic death of a Dunlap High School student in a recent crash in Peoria. Stay updated on local developments by visiting the PJStar website.

Peoria Woman Identified as Person Found in Illinois River

A Peoria woman has been identified as the individual discovered in the Illinois River on Friday. The Peoria County Coroner’s Office confirmed that the woman was Seiarra (Waddell) DeLasso, aged 37. An autopsy has been scheduled to determine the cause of death.

Discovery of the Body

The Peoria County Sheriff’s Office received a call around 1:45 p.m. on Friday from an employee at Mosiac Fertilizer in the 8700 block of Cargill Road. The employee reported finding a female body floating in the river, approximately 20 feet from the shore. The Sheriff’s Office promptly responded to the scene to investigate.

Authorities’ Response

Upon arrival, authorities worked to secure the area and retrieve the body from the river. The Peoria County Coroner’s Office was then tasked with identifying the deceased woman, leading to the confirmation of Seiarra (Waddell) DeLasso as the victim.

Continued Investigation

As the investigation into this tragic incident unfolds, the community is urged to come forward with any information that may aid in understanding the circumstances surrounding the woman’s death. The Peoria County Sheriff’s Office is working diligently to piece together the events leading up to the discovery of the body in the Illinois River.

This heartbreaking news has left the local community in shock, and authorities are committed to bringing clarity to this situation. More updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.

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