Jelani Day was an Illinois State University graduate student, who vanished off of campus August 24, 2021. He was seen on camera's leading up to his disappearance and untimely death. Day's body was found on September 4, 2021 in the Illinois river, miles away from his abandoned car. As of 2024, there is still no updates on what exactly happened to Jelani, and why he left campus abruptly. Jelani had a full life ahead of him studying Speech Pathology eager to help those with speech impediments. If you have any information on the untimely death of Jelani Day, you can reach out to the Peru Police Department. You can also learn more about the Jelani Day Foundation in the link below. 

Sources:

• Youtube: What Happened to Jelani Day?
• Two year update: New Development Two Years Later
• The Jelani Day Foundation

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