Edward DeArcos Obituary, Death News – A man discovered deceased in a parked truck in Peoria has been identified by the Peoria County Coroner. The individual was 73-year-old Edward DeArcos, a resident of Peoria. His body was found inside a vehicle last week, prompting a joint investigation by the Peoria County Coroner’s Office and local law enforcement.
According to Coroner Jamie Harwood, the initial results from the autopsy showed no visible signs of injury or trauma. There was also no indication of foul play. However, the definitive cause of death has not been determined yet. Harwood noted that further investigation, including toxicology testing and a full review of DeArcos’ medical history, will be necessary before a conclusive cause can be established.
The coroner’s office responded to the scene at 1910 Northeast Jefferson Avenue at approximately 1:30 p.m. on Friday, June 13. Upon arrival, they found DeArcos deceased in the front seat of a Penske truck. Based on early assessments, Harwood suggested that the man may have been dead inside the vehicle for more than a month before being discovered. The advanced stage of decomposition supported this estimate.
Authorities have not released information regarding how the truck came to be parked at that location or how long it had remained there undisturbed. The details surrounding why no one noticed the vehicle or the man inside for such a long period are also still unclear.
Investigators from both the Peoria Police Department and the Peoria County Coroner’s Office are actively working on the case. They are seeking to determine not only the cause and manner of death but also any surrounding circumstances that could provide clarity. The prolonged period the body remained undiscovered raises several questions about the timeline leading up to DeArcos’ death and whether he had any known health conditions or risk factors.
As of now, no criminal activity is suspected, and the case appears to be non-violent in nature. Authorities are urging anyone who might have seen the truck or has information about DeArcos’ recent activities to come forward.
Edward DeArcos’ death has drawn attention in the community due to the unusual circumstances under which he was found. It remains unknown what he was doing in the truck, why he was alone, and how long the vehicle had been stationary. Family members or acquaintances of the deceased have not publicly commented, and it is also unclear whether he had been reported missing before being found.
While the investigation is still ongoing, officials hope that pending toxicology results and medical evaluations will soon provide the answers needed to complete the case. Until then, the cause of death remains officially undetermined.