Crime & Safety
Peoria, IL: 6-7 Suspects Allegedly Attack Man, Steal Vehicle
PEORIA, IL – A 46 year old man was physically attacked by a group of approximately six to seven males Thursday night in Peoria before several suspects allegedly stole his vehicle, leaving him injured
By Rachel Monroe · 2026-10-09T23:27:05.709Z
PEORIA, IL – A 46 year old man was physically attacked by a group of approximately six to seven males Thursday night in Peoria before several suspects allegedly stole his vehicle, leaving him injured as police launched an investigation into the violent carjacking.
According to the Peoria Police Department , officers were dispatched at approximately 9:09 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 8, to the 1500 block of West Martin Street following a report of a vehicular hijacking.
When officers arrived, they contacted a 46 year old male victim who reported that he had been removing items from his vehicle when a group of approximately six to seven males approached him.
The victim told investigators that members of the group physically attacked him during the encounter.
During the alleged assault, one suspect took the man's vehicle keys.
Police said multiple suspects then fled the area in the victim's vehicle, while the remaining individuals escaped on foot.
The victim sustained minor injuries during the incident, according to the department.
Authorities have not released information about the stolen vehicle's make, model or license plate number.
Police also have not disclosed whether any weapons were involved or whether the suspects were known to the victim.
The incident remains under active investigation, and investigators have not released suspect descriptions or announced any arrests.
The reported carjacking occurred in a residential area of Peoria, the largest city in Peoria County in central Illinois.
Detectives are asking anyone who witnessed suspicious activity or has information about the incident to contact authorities.
Anyone with information can call the Peoria Police Department at 309 673 4521 , submit an anonymous tip through tip411 or contact Crime Stoppers at 309 673 9000 .
The investigation is listed under Peoria Police Department incident number 26 74308 .