Upon arrival, officers located an injured adult male and initiated an investigation. Preliminary findings indicate that a battery occurred in the area earlier that morning. The victim refused medical treatment at the scene.
Evidence indicates this was an isolated incident between two individuals, and there is no ongoing threat to the public.
No names are being released at this time, and the matter remains an active investigation. The Sterling Police Department was assisted at the scene by CGH EMS.
Community Assistance Requested: Anyone who witnessed the incident or has relevant information is encouraged to contact the Sterling Police Department at 815-632-6640 or Whiteside County Crime Stoppers at 815-625-7867.
Detective Sergeant Maggie Ellmaker
815-632-6604
mellmaker@sterling-il.gov
By authority of: Chief Pat Bartel
