Heyworth man already in prison facing new charges in McLean County

Posted on October 4, 2022
Robert Eldridge, 47, of Heyworth. (Photo courtesy: McLean County Jail)

By Blake Haas

BLOOMINGTON – A Heyworth man already in prison for multiple felony convictions is facing new charges for an alleged robbery months ago in McLean County.

Bloomington Police report in late July, officers responded to a robbery at the Eastland Suites in Bloomington.

After a months-long investigation, McLean County prosecutors charged Robert Eldridge, 47, of Heyworth, with robbery.

“The detectives have been diligent and persistent throughout this investigation,” said BPD Chief Jamal Simington. “I want to applaud the team of BPD detectives for their hard work during this investigation.”

Eldridge is currently in the Robinson prison for drug charges in McLean County, and no bond information is available.

Blake Haas can be reached at [email protected].

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