Springfield, Illinois – According to a source close to Springfield Leaks, the Illinois State Police is investigating a possible murder-suicide that occurred on December 17th and December 18th. The suspect in the homicide is Nicholas Giberson, a 46-year-old man who worked as a guard at Logan Correctional Center. According to Sangamon County Coroner Jim Allmon, Giberson died from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound in Riverton, Illinois. Our source also confirms that the victim in the homicide is Nicole Pedigo, a 33-year-old woman from Olney, Illinois.

A spokesperson for the Illinois State Police declined to confirm on the record whether both of these incidents are linked, but provided the following information:

The Illinois State Police Division of Criminal Investigation Zone 8 is leading the open and ongoing investigation into a homicide occurring on December 17, 2023, in the 2400 block of E. Main Street in Olney. The victim is identified as 33-year-old Nicole Pedigo of Olney, IL. It is believed there are no safety concerns to the community regarding this incident. To protect the integrity of the investigation, no further information is being released at this time.

The Illinois State Police Division of Criminal Investigation Zone 4 is leading the open and ongoing death investigation in the 100 block of E. Menard Street in Riverton on December 18, 2023. The victim is identified as 46-year-old Nicholas Giberson of Riverton, IL. An autopsy was conducted on December 19, 2023, with results pending. It is believed there are no safety concerns to the community regarding this incident. To protect the integrity of the investigation, no further information is being released at this time.”

Reportedly, Pedigo and Giberson were involved in a dating relationship. Richland County Sheriff Andy Hires stated that the situation effectively concluded with Giberson’s death. He mentioned, “There is still a significant amount of investigation to be carried out on the backend of the case.” Hires added that Ms. Pedigo’s demise is a grievous tragedy for the community, given that she leaves behind two young children.

Springfield Leaks will provide more details as soon as they become available.