Three men involved in burglary investigation injured in a Warren County Crash

According to Warren County Sheriff Martin Edwards, at approximately 7:14 AM on 2/8/2022, a witness reported individuals involved in a suspected burglary at a residence in Alexis. The suspect vehicle was followed by a witness until such time the Warren County Sheriff’s arrived in the area. The suspect vehicle/operator fled east of Alexis on 300th Ave. with a Sheriff’s vehicle attempting to stop it. In the area of 150th Street and 300th Ave, the operator lost control, striking a power pole. Two occupants fled the vehicle on foot but were captured in a nearby field. The driver, Tanner Smith, 28 of Alexis, and passenger Devin Logan, 25 of Alexis were released for transport to OSF hospital with injuries. The 3rd occupant of the vehicle, Nathan Eck, 27, Galesburg was flown to a Peoria hospital by Med Force. Extent of injuries of all involved is not known. Charges are pending and additional investigation continues by the Warren County Sheriff’s Office.
Illinois State Police responded to conduct an investigation of the accident. Other agencies on scene included Alexis Ambulance, Alexis Fire Department, the Mercer County Sheriff’s Office, and Ameren/IP.