On Monday, January 27, 2025, at approximately 02:26 AM, the Galesburg Police Department responded to the 200 block of N. Chambers Street in reference to gunshots being fired.
A 20-year-old victim, with a gunshot wound to his abdomen, was located. The victim was subsequently transported by Galesburg Hospital Ambulance Service (GHAS) to OSF St. Mary’s Emergency Room where he was treated for his injury. A house in the 200 block of N. Chambers was found to have bullet holes on the exterior of the house. No other victims were located.
This investigation is ongoing, and at this time, names are not being released.
Anyone with information should contact the Galesburg Police Department at 309-343-9151, or the Galesburg Area Crime Stoppers at 309-344-0044. Tips can also be left using the p3 mobile app or by clicking on “submit a tip” on the Galesburg Police Department Facebook page.
The Galesburg Police Department was assisted by the Knox County Sheriff’s Department and the Illinois State Police Crime Scene Unit.
***Courtesy of the Galesburg Police Department***
