UPDATED
The Galesburg Police Department continues to investigate the fatal shooting that occurred Thursday, Nov. 12, in the 200 block of Cottage Avenue. As a result of the investigation, the suspect was identified as 52-year-old Joshua Newburn. Newburn was located in the 500 block of Mulberry Street and taken into custody a short time after the initial call on Thursday. He was charged with first-degree murder, with additional charges pending. Newburn is being held in the Knox County Jail awaiting court proceedings.
The victim has been identified as 39-year-old Richard Garza Jr.
This incident remains under investigation by the Galesburg Police Department.
The Galesburg Police Department is investigating a fatal shooting that occurred, Thursday, November 12, 2026. One suspect is in custody, and authorities believe this is an isolated incident with no ongoing threat to the public.
At approximately 2:31 p.m. on Thursday, November 12, 2026, officers responded to the 200 block of Cottage Avenue following reports of shots fired. Upon arrival, officers located an adult male inside a residence with apparent gunshot wounds. He was pronounced deceased at the scene.
A suspect was apprehended and taken into custody, pending further investigation. The identities of both the victim and the suspect are being withheld pending family notification and formal charges.
This incident is under further investigation by the Galesburg Police Department. The Galesburg Police Department was assisted by the Illinois State Police Crime Scene Unit, the Knox County Sheriff’s Department, the Illinois State Police, and the Knox County Coroner’s Office.
***Courtesy of the Galesburg Police Department***
