GPD Responds to Local Shooting

Galesburg, IL On Thursday, March 3, 2022, at 1352 hours the Galesburg Police Department responded to the 1400 BLK of N West Street in response to a shooting. Upon arrival, a single victim was found with a gun shot wound to the torso. The victim was later transported to St. Mary’s Hospital for treatment.

Several district #205 schools were placed on a temporary soft lock down out of an abundance of caution. The Galesburg Police Department is investigating this incident at this time.

Anyone with information related to this matter may contact the Galesburg Police Department at (309) 343-9151 or Galesburg Area Crimestoppers at (309) 344-0044.