Peoria, IL – An early morning arrest in Peoria led to the recovery of a loaded Glock 17 handgun equipped with an auto sear switch, according to a release from the Peoria Police Department.
The incident occurred around 1:29 a.m. Tuesday, January 20, 2026, when officers attempted to make contact with a male subject in the 2700 block of West Krause Street. Police say the man, identified as 18-year-old Anthony J. Greer, allegedly fled on foot after being instructed to stop. Officers apprehended him a short distance away.
During a subsequent search, officers reportedly discovered the loaded handgun, which was later determined to have been reported stolen.
According to police, Greer was arrested for Possession of a Machine Gun, Possession of a Stolen Firearm, Aggravated Unlawful Use of a Weapon, Possession of a Handgun Under the Age of 21, Possession of a Handgun Without a FOID Card, Possession of Ammunition Under the Age of 21, Possession of Ammunition Without a FOID Card, and Obstructing/Resisting a Peace Officer.
Greer was transported to the Peoria County Jail.
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All suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
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