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Crime of the Week: Help needed identifying Southern View robbery suspect

Crime of the Week: Help needed identifying Southern View robbery suspect

This person is wanted for a May 1 robbery in Southern View. Photo: Saga Communications, Sangamon County


Springfield, IL (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – This week, Crime Stoppers is seeking to assist the Southern View Police Department to identify an individual reference a robbery that occurred in the 3300 block of S. 6th Road, in Springfield.

On May 1, 2026, at approximately 5:30 p.m., a black male suspect wearing a black hooded sweatshirt and red pants approached an individual and asked for money for a ride. When the victim attempted to assist, the suspect battered the victim and stole more than $1,000 before fleeing the area.

An image of the individual can be found above. If you have any information regarding this incident or can identify the suspect, call Crime Stoppers anonymously at 217-788-8427, submit a tip on our website, or use the P3 app. If your tip results in an arrest, you could receive a cash reward up to $2,500. 

Remember: Crime Stoppers only wants your information, not your name.

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