Illinois State Police (ISP) Division of Criminal Investigation Zone 8 Special Agents arrested 28-year-old Elijah W.D. Hooker of Bridgeport, IL after his wife was fatally shot in their residence.
On Thursday, January 29th the Bridgeport Police Department requested ISP’s assistance with a death investigation in the 700 block of Washington Street. Officers found the deceased victim, 37-year-old Omni Hooker, in the residence suffering from a fatal gunshot wound. Elijah Hooker was taken into custody on scene.
Yesterday (Monday) after a thorough investigation, ISP Special Agents presented the case to the Lawrence County State’s Attorney’s Office and the charge of First Degree Murder (Class M Felony) was filed.
Elijah Hooker remains in custody at the Lawrence County Jail. Court records indicate his next court appearance is scheduled for February 18th, with a trial date currently set for April 21st.
No additional information has been released by authorities at this time.
A GoFundMe has been established to help the family cover funeral expenses. Contributions can be made at: https://gofund.me/faa82b1cf