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The disappearance of 18-year-old Kaniah Jennings shocked her family and the entire community in Pemiscot County, Missouri. What started as a missing person case soon turned into a major criminal investigation.
When her body was discovered on November 14, 2025, the case took a tragic turn. Police later arrested three Missouri men who are now accused of roles in her kidnapping, assault, and murder. This article explains the full situation in simple language, with all details and the complete timeline.
Who Are the Suspects?
According to the Pemiscot County Prosecuting Office, three men were arrested shortly after Jennings’ body was found. All of them face multiple serious criminal charges.
The suspects are:
- Kennan Peoples, 34, from Hayti, Missouri
- Blake Patrick, 18, from East Prairie, Missouri
- Donald Peoples Jr., 38, from Hayti, Missouri
Each suspect has been charged based on his level of involvement, and investigators say more updates will be shared as the case continues.
Timeline of Events
November 3, 2025 – The Night Before She Went Missing
Investigators believe Jennings was at a house on North Ash Street in Hayti, Missouri, on the evening before she was reported missing. Between 6:53 p.m. and 6:59 p.m., Kennan and Donald exchanged text messages. The texts mentioned Kennan “playing with a woman tonight,” which investigators think was referring to Jennings.
During this time, Jennings’ phone made a Cash App payment to an account belonging to Kennan Peoples. This happened while she was still at the house, raising questions about her safety and whether the transfer was forced.
November 4, 2025 – Jennings Is Reported Missing
At around 3:30 a.m., police responded to a report claiming Blake Patrick had stolen a 2017 Nissan Frontier. This later became part of the investigation into Jennings’ disappearance.
Later that day, Jennings was officially reported missing. Because the situation seemed suspicious, the Hayti Police Department asked the Pemiscot County Sheriff’s Office and the Missouri State Highway Patrol for help.
By mid-afternoon, investigators interviewed Kennan, who allowed them to search his phone. Messages referencing a woman were found.
When police checked Donald’s phone, they found that some messages had been deleted. This slowed the investigation and made detectives believe evidence was being hidden.
Patrick was later found in Harrisburg, Arkansas, driving the stolen Nissan Frontier. The vehicle contained stolen items, and two guns were missing. He was immediately arrested.
November 14, 2025 – Body Found
The body of Kaniah Jennings was discovered in Pemiscot County. This discovery confirmed investigators’ worst fears and led to quick action against the suspects.
November 15–16, 2025 – Charges Filed
After gathering enough evidence, prosecutors filed charges against all three suspects. The investigation is still active, and more details may be released later.
The tragic death of 18-year-old Kaniah Jennings has deeply affected the community. With three suspects now under arrest, investigators are working to uncover every detail and ensure justice is served.
The timeline shows how quickly events unfolded, from suspicious text messages to the discovery of her body.
This case is a reminder of the importance of early reporting, careful police work, and community support during missing person investigations. As the case continues, more information will help bring clarity and closure to her family.