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American Focus > Blog > Crime > One week after firing, Navy Pier employee returned to kill 2 co-workers, officials say in first detailed account
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One week after firing, Navy Pier employee returned to kill 2 co-workers, officials say in first detailed account

Last updated: November 9, 2024 10:33 pm
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Raylon East is accused of murdering two former co-workers at Navy Pier this week. (Chicago Police Department, Citizen)

Former Navy Pier Employee Arrested for Murdering Two Co-Workers

A shocking crime unfolded at Navy Pier last week when 36-year-old Raylon East, a former employee who had been recently terminated, returned to the popular tourist attraction and allegedly murdered two of his former co-workers. The incident has left the community in disbelief and mourning for the victims.

According to prosecutors, East’s actions were described as a “cold, calculated, premeditated execution,” leading to his immediate arrest and detention pending trial by Judge David Kelly.

Investigators revealed that East left his residence on Tuesday afternoon, took public transportation to the pier, and was captured on surveillance cameras entering and exiting the premises. Shortly after, two employees, Peter Jennings and Lamont Johnson, were found dead in an office area, both suffering from fatal gunshot wounds to their heads.

Although East had a history of aggressive behavior and disciplinary actions during his two-year employment at Navy Pier, authorities have not disclosed any motive for the targeted attack on Jennings and Johnson.

Following the discovery of the crime scene, pier staff quickly identified East as the suspect, leading to a swift investigation that culminated in the recovery of a firearm from Lake Michigan, believed to be the murder weapon, after East discarded it into the water.

East surrendered himself to authorities at a local police station three hours after his identity was publicized through surveillance images released by the Chicago Police Department. His criminal record includes a prior conviction for armed robbery in 2008 and a dismissed gun charge in 2017.

See also  Man is charged with trying to kill 2 Chicago cops in 2019 — while on felony bail

The tragic events at Navy Pier serve as a stark reminder of the consequences of workplace conflicts and the importance of addressing mental health and behavioral issues in a timely manner to prevent such senseless acts of violence.

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