Bloomington individual arrested on multiple weapon counts

Posted on May 18, 2022
Mull was arrested for unlawful use of weapons, resisting, and possessing a concealed gun. (Photo Courtesy of Blake Haas)

By Jake Fogal

BLOOMINGTON – Bloomington Police officers attempted a pedestrian stop early Monday morning near the intersection of Morris Avenue and Market Street.

Nicholas Mull (Facebook/Bloomington Police Department)

The male individual, later identified as Nicholas Mull, fled police while grasping a fanny pack. He was later located and resisted arrest by BPD officers.

During the arrest, officers located ammunition and a “ghost gun” which are typically a gun without a serial number.

Mull was arrested on three counts of unlawful use of a weapon, and resisting a peace officer.

Mull was transported to Mclean County Jail.

His is bond is currently $100,000.

Jake Fogal can be reached at [email protected]

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