(PEORIA, IL) Saturday, June 7, 2025, at approximately 2:37 a.m., Peoria Police observed a large crowd gathered in the 2200 block of SW Washington.
While dispersing the crowd, officers observed an adult male identified as 19-year-old Isaiah L. Gregory attempting to avoid detection by hiding behind another subject.
As officers attempted to make contact with Gregory, he resisted. Police were able to apprehend Gregory without any further incident.
During a search of Gregory, officers located a handgun on his person.
Gregory was arrested for Aggravated Possession of a Weapon, Unlawful Possession of a Handgun, Possession of a Firearm without a Valid FOID Card, and Obstructing an Officer.
Gregory was transported to the Peoria County Jail.
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