‘Dateline’ Highlights Case of Pekin Woman’s Attempted Murder of Husband
A Pekin woman, Allison Salinas, is facing serious legal consequences following her attempt to solicit the murder of her husband. This high-profile case will be featured in an upcoming episode of “Dateline NBC,” airing on January 23 at 8 p.m. on WEEK-TV. The episode will also be available for streaming on Peacock the following day.
Case Background
Salinas, 48, was arrested in July 2025 after a police investigation into allegations from her ex-boyfriend, who reported her desire to kill her husband. This investigation began when he contacted Pekin police in February 2024.
Details of the Plot
Her ex-boyfriend claimed Salinas had tried to either involve him in the murder or find someone else to carry it out. Court documents reveal that Salinas discussed killing her husband with this former partner, whom she dated as a teenager.
- Initial police contact: February 2024
- Salinas arrested: July 2025
- Investigation details: Suspicions raised after Facebook video implicated Salinas
Throughout their communications, Salinas often inquired whether her ex-boyfriend had hired someone to murder her husband. This extended to discussions about hiring individuals linked to his father.
Evidence Presented
Investigators collected various pieces of evidence, including:
- Recorded phone conversations between Salinas and her ex-boyfriend
- Text message exchanges detailing her intentions
- Testimonies from mutual acquaintances
In one alarming text sent on May 27, 2024, Salinas shared a photo of her husband with the message, “Take care of this.” Her communications indicated a dispute over a shared business, which she believed warranted extreme actions.
Controversial Statements
Salinas allegedly considered various methods to eliminate her husband, including an idea to induce an allergic reaction by poisoning his food. A friend of both individuals reported overhearing discussions about finding a “ghost,” slang for a hitman.
Legal Proceedings
During questioning, Salinas initially claimed her ex-boyfriend misunderstood her seriousness concerning the murder plot. She had a disturbing connection to a previous murder case involving her ex-husband, Delbert Mills, who was convicted of killing his wife in Texas in 2003. She stated Mills encouraged their marriage to avoid testifying about the crime.
Ultimately, Salinas admitted to sending the incriminating messages. Within weeks of her arrest, she pleaded guilty to solicitation of murder.
This case has captured public attention, especially with its feature on “Dateline NBC,” highlighting the lengths to which some may go in pursuit of personal gain.
