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Sammie Wright Jr. Charged in Child Abuse Case | Peoria News
A Peoria judge has ordered Sammie Wright Jr., 47, to remain jailed as he faces felony aggravated battery charges after a six-year-old child revealed he was responsible for severe injuries—including cuts, bruises, and a rope-like mark—found across the child’s body. The child’s younger sibling, age three, was unharmed. Wright was arrested Friday, with his next court date set for July 23rd, though a grand jury review is expected beforehand. Authorities are prioritizing the child’s safety as the legal process unfolds. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…
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