Amboy, IL – Authorities in Lee County are actively investigating an attempted armed robbery reported early Wednesday at a gas station in Amboy, prompting a call for public assistance and nearby surveillance footage.
According to the Lee County Sheriff’s Office, the incident occurred Wednesday, December 31, at the Shell Gas Station located at 342 N. Mason Avenue in Amboy, Illinois. Deputies and officers with the Amboy Police Department responded after receiving reports that a suspect allegedly attempted to commit an armed robbery at the location.
Officials have not released a description of the suspect or indicated whether a weapon was displayed during the incident. No injuries were reported, and investigators have not confirmed whether anything was taken during the attempted robbery.
Law enforcement is urging anyone with information that could help identify the suspect to come forward immediately. Residents living north of the gas station who have home or business surveillance systems are specifically encouraged to review their footage for any suspicious activity around the time of the incident.
Anyone with relevant information is asked to contact the Lee County Sheriff’s Office at (815) 284-6631 or the Amboy Police Department at (815) 857-6750. Officials request that callers reference case number #10835 when providing information.
Tips may also be submitted anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-888-CAUGHT-U. According to authorities, callers may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $1,000 if the information provided leads to an arrest.
Investigators say the case remains active, and additional details will be released as they become available.
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