14-year-old arrested after investigation into 2022 armed robberies in Normal

Posted on February 9, 2023

By 25 News

NORMAL – Normal Police arrested a 14-year-old boy Tuesday after a lengthy investigation into two separate armed robbery incidents.

Police say that on December 7, 2022, two victims were approached bys suspects in Fairview Park who displayed a firearm and threatened the victims.

The suspects took the victims’ cell phones and ran from the area.

Police also say that on the next day, a victim was walking on the Constitution Trail near Fairview Park when he was approached by three men, one of whom displayed a firearm.

The suspect took the victim’s cell phone and fled.

An investigation began which eventually led to the boy being identified. Evidence gathered by police confirmed the same boy was responsible for both.

The boy was arrested on aggravated robbery and robbery.

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