Galesburg Police Department Press Release
Contact: Chief Idle, Galesburg Police Department
Phone: 309/343-9151
Galesburg, IL (January 24, 2020) The
Galesburg Police Department responded to 835 S Chambers on Friday,
January 24, 2020 in reference to a check the well being on the resident
Heidi Nickas. Information was given that she was there with Christopher
Nickas age 39 who was currently wanted out of Knox County on numerous
felony warrants.
Upon
arriving, Christopher was observed in the residence arguing with
Heidi. Upon seeing the police, Christopher went upstairs. Upon
knocking on the door, Heidi refused to allow officers into the home
without a proper warrant.
A
perimeter was established, and a search warrant was obtained for the
residence at 835 S Chambers for the arrest of Christopher Nickas. Upon
obtaining the warrant, officers entered the home and conducted a search
with the assistance of canine officer Zeus. Numerous warnings were
given to Christopher to make himself known and to surrender.
Christopher Nickas as a history of being associated with stolen firearms
on several occasions.
Cannine
Zeus was sent into a hole in the wall that was hidden behind a
dresser. Christopher was found inside the wall hiding under
insulation. Christopher was taken into custody at that time.
Christopher suffered minor injuries to his abdomen from being bitten by
canine Zeus. Christopher was transported to the hospital where he was
treated and released.
Christopher Nickas was transported to the Knox County Jail and processed for:
Warrant
19-CF-851 Felony aggravated fleeing and eluding, Criminal damage to
state supported property and driving while suspended- bond $25,000.00
Warrant 16-CF-610 for four counts of violation of felony probation- bond $50,000.00
Warrant 19-TR-3878 for FTA unlawful disposal of a title- bond $1,500.00
Christopher was also charged with resisting a peace officer
The
Galesburg Police Department would like to thank the officers involved
in this case for their hard work in apprehending this wanted fugitive.
