(PEORIA, IL) On Tuesday, July 29, 2025, at approximately 12:05 a.m., Peoria Police responded to the 700 block of N. Western Avenue regarding a report of an armed robbery.
Upon arrival, officers located a 59-year-old male victim who reported he was walking northbound on N. Western when he was approached by two unknown males. The suspects threw the victim to the ground and took several personal items. During the incident, one of the suspects displayed a handgun. Both suspects then fled the scene on foot.
The victim sustained minor injuries and was transported to a local hospital for treatment.
This incident remains under investigation. Currently, there is no suspect information available.
Anyone with information regarding this incident or other violent crimes is encouraged to contact the Peoria Police Department at (309) 673-4521. Anonymous tips can also be submitted via tip411 or by calling Crime Stoppers at (309) 673-9000.