Police arrested an 18-year-old man for robbing and beating a 34-year-old male near the corner of Gilman and North Henry Streets at approximately 12:05 a.m. Wednesday, according to a police report.
The report said Aleque Guerra beat the victim until another male pulled Guerra off the victim and walked away with the suspect. Officers responded quickly and a foot chase ensued when Guerra resisted arrest, according to the report. When he was apprehended, Guerra had victim’s stolen belongings.
Police took the unconscious victim to the hospital to treat a facial fracture and a brain bleed, which are not thought to be life-threatening.
Guerra was charged with robbery, substantial battery, resisting arrest and bail jumping.
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