DU QUOIN, Ill. (WSIL) — Du Quoin Police say they responded to a fight on Thursday morning at the overpass near South Chestnut Street.

When arriving, officers found a male victim with multiple injuries.

During the investigation, Du Quoin police say they learned that 41-year-old John Young severely hit and stole items from the victim.

Authorities arrested Young on battery and robbery charges.

He is currently lodged in the Perry County Jail.

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