Aurora, IL – A 70-year-old man was allegedly attacked and injured during an attempted robbery in Aurora late Thursday night, leading to the arrest of a teenage suspect.
According to the Aurora Police Department, officers responded to the 2000 block of West Galena Boulevard at about 11:13 p.m. Thursday for a report of an attempted robbery and aggravated battery. Police said the victim suffered swelling to both eyes and a facial laceration after a younger male allegedly demanded money and struck him multiple times in the head and face before knocking him to the ground.
Aurora Fire Department paramedics transported the victim to Mercy Hospital, where doctors confirmed he had suffered a broken orbital bone. Police said the victim was able to call for help and provide a description of the suspect, leading officers to locate him nearby. When police attempted to make contact, the 17-year-old male suspect allegedly fled but was apprehended following a short pursuit.
The suspect, who was not identified due to his age, was charged with two counts of aggravated battery, resisting a peace officer, attempted robbery, and aggravated battery to a person over 60. He was transported to the Kane County Juvenile Justice Center.
Aurora Police Chief Matthew Thomas described the incident as a violent, unprovoked attack, adding that officers acted quickly to locate and apprehend the suspect. He said the case underscores the department’s commitment to protecting vulnerable community members.
The incident remains under investigation, and authorities are asking anyone with information to contact the Aurora Police Department’s Investigations Division at (630) 256-5500. Police emphasized that the suspect is presumed innocent until proven guilty in court.
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