MEDIA RELEASE Thursday, December 30, 2021
On 12/29/21 at approximately 12:42 p.m., Macomb Police Officers were dispatched to McDonough District Hospital for an out-of-control visitor in the Intensive Care Unit. Officers made contact with the subject, Edwin Heap (Bushnell, IL) in the Intensive Care Unit and attempted to escort him from the facility.
Heap struck two officers following several de-escalation attempts and was then assisted to the ground. Heap grabbed an officer’s holstered service weapon, while officers attempted to take him into custody. Heap was ultimately taken into custody by Macomb Police Officers and was treated for minor injuries by McDonough District Hospital staff. Two officers sustained minor injuries and were treated by McDonough District Hospital staff and released.
Heap was charged with Aggravated Battery to a Police Officer, Attempting to Disarm a Police Officer, and Resisting Arrest. Heap was transported to the McDonough County Jail where he was lodged awaiting a court hearing. All subjects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
The Macomb Police Department tirelessly serves our community with equity, transparency, inclusivity, fairness, dignity, and respect. We investigate all matters thoroughly and in an unbiased manner. We value the safety and security of our community members and various stakeholders in our city. At the heart of every public contact is the dedication of every officer. Together we can accomplish everything.
***Report Courtesy of the Macomb Police Department***
