Updated: 9:44 PM CDT April 27, 2021
GALESBURG, Ill. — Four days into its life, the Galesburg Police Department's new violent crime task force has made several arrests targeting increases in violent crimes and drug distribution.
Since its announcement on Friday, April 23, the task force was able to identify and arrest four separate suspects for various crimes, the Department said on Tuesday, April 27.
25-year-old Davon Barber was arrested and charged with Possession of a Firearm by a Felon and Possession of a Firearm with Defaced Markings, which means that the serial number was filed off.
Credit: Galesburg Police Department
Credit: Galesburg Police Department
Jarvis Lewis, age 27, was arrested and charged with Manufacture/Delivery of Cannabis over 500 grams, Possession of Cannabis over 500 grams, and Obstructing Justice.