Decatur, Illinois – The Decatur Police Department is seeking assistance from the public to solve a recent armed robbery incident that escalated into a shooting. The incident took place on January 23rd at 8:30 p.m. near the intersection of North Morgan Street and East Grand Avenue. According to the police, the victim had just used an ATM at a nearby convenience store when he was approached by a suspect brandishing a chrome-colored handgun. The suspect demanded money, shot the victim in the leg, took money, and then fled the scene in a northeastern direction.
The suspect is described as a 19 to 20-year-old, light-skinned Black man, wearing a gray and black-colored hooded shirt, gray-colored sweatpants, and a black ski mask. He is reported to be around 5 feet 10 inches to 6 feet tall with a thin build, a low fade haircut, and crooked teeth. The Decatur Police Department is urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward and provide it anonymously through Crime Stoppers. A reward of $500 or more may be given to anyone whose information leads to an arrest in this case.
It is important for the community to come together and assist the authorities in solving this heinous crime. The police have emphasized that any information, even the smallest detail, could be crucial in solving the case. To report any tips or information, individuals can call Crime Stoppers at 217-423-TIPS. The authorities are hopeful that with the help of the public, the suspect will be apprehended and brought to justice.