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Peoria Police Arrest One For Sunday Shooting

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Peoria Police made an arrest in connection with a weekend shooting. Davaughn M. Alexander, 27, was arrested for reckless discharge of a firearm.

Officers originally responded to a large parking lot gathering in the 200 block of N. MacArthur Highway just after midnight last Sunday. They heard gunfire and observed several people and cars fleeing the scene.

An adult male suffering a gunshot wound to his torso was transported from the scene. His injuries were not deemed life threatening by the Peoria Police Department.

Alexander was taken into custody Monday in the 1600 block of N. Peoria without incident.

Police said seven ShotSpotter alerts were reported in the area at the time of the incident. The Peoria Police Department’s investigation is ongoing. Citizens with information are encouraged to call the department at (309) 673-4521 or CrimeStoppers anonymously at (309) 673-9000.We’re living in unprecedented times when information changes by the minute. WCBU will continue to be here for you, keeping you up-to-date with the live, local and trusted news you need. Help ensure WCBU can continue with its in-depth and comprehensive COVID-19 coverage as the situation evolves by making a contribution.

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Kristin McHugh is an experienced radio journalist and nonprofit manager. Most recently, she served as executive director of the Peoria Area World Affairs Council.