East Galesburg
CRIME & SAFETY
Probable cause found for two to be tried for fatal shooting
A Knox County judge says there’s probable cause for two people to be tried in connection with a fatal shooting a month and a half ago. Knox County Court records indicate Judge Chad Long ruled Monday that probable cause exists to try Chase Houlden, Jr, and Gabriel Moore, both 19, on counts including First-Degree Murder and Aggravated Battery.
Galesburg Police Warn Residents about Scammers Impersonating Local Police
Residents of Galesburg are being targeted by a sophisticated phone scam, authorities warn. Spoofing is a popular way for scammers and telemarketers to contact you with a false caller ID. The caller uses public information from the city website and identifies themselves as police officers within the department. Scammers, impersonating local police using the official department phone number, are falsely claiming to need payment for warrants or citations. The Galesburg Police Department emphasizes that they do not request payments over the phone. Citizens are urged to be vigilant: pause before sharing personal information, verify caller identities, and alert financial institutions if suspicious. Any incidents should be reported directly to the police at 309-343-9151 to help stop this criminal activity. Stay informed and protect yourself from potential scams.
Phone scammers impersonating Galesburg police officers, department says
GALESBURG, Ill. — The Galesburg Police Department is warning of scammers impersonating the department. According to Galesburg Police Chief Russ Idle, scammers have been spoofing the department's number (309-343-9151) in calls to residents. During phone calls, the caller also used information from the City's website and claimed to be an officer within the department.
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