GALESBURG, Ill. – Authorities in Galesburg say an arrest warrant is out for the man they believe shot and ultimately killed another man early Sunday morning.
Galesburg Police say a warrant charging First-Degree Murder and Aggravated Discharge of a Firearm has been issued for Asheem Afutu, 33.
Police say a shots fired call came in early Sunday to an empty lot near the Grand Tap on Grand Avenue.
Gregory Tucker, 33, — whom police say was taken to a hospital in Galesburg by private vehicle — was pronounced dead later in the day at a Peoria hospital.
Anyone who’s seen Afutu is asked to call Galesburg Police at (309) 343-9151, or Galesburg-Area Crime Stoppers at (309) 344-0044 or 1-888-266-0044. Tips can also be sent via text to 274637, starting with “Galesburg” then your tip.
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