PEORIA, Ill. – Two juveniles are in custody after what Peoria Police say was a “strong-armed robbery” in the North Valley area.
Police say it happened around 9:30 Sunday night near Jefferson and Cornhill Streets.
A victim claims he was attacked and robbed of some personal property.
Three males later were spotted in the area, fleeing on foot. A .223 rifle was found on a 17-year-old male who was later arrested.
A 16-year-old male was found hiding in the area and also allegedly had a gun on him.
Both face Resisting Police and weapons charges, and were taken into juvenile custody.
The third juvenile was not found, and the robbery is under investigation.
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