Galesburg Police responded to Circle K on East Main Street on Thursday of last week for a report of a stolen SUV. It was 1:30 in the morning at the time. The 49-year-old female victim, who lives in Davenport, told police she left her SUV running as she went inside the convenience store and then saw her SUV being driven away southbound on Allen’s Avenue. Galesburg Police viewed security video that showed an unknown black male subject exiting the store as the woman entered and approach the SUV. The black male subject had dreadlocks, a white hoodie, a black jacket, and white shoes. Video quality made officers unable to identify the subject.
By 9:20 am that morning, officers spoke with an associate at Gold Key Auto who was able to track the vehicle for police. Officers were then informed the SUV was located parked on North Elmwood Avenue in Peoria. The owner was notified and the Peoria Police Department took possession of the SUV. It is being held for processing. The investigation is ongoing.
