Man wanted for Mexico robbery arrested in Illinois

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ)

A man wanted for multiple crimes in Mexico, Missouri, was arrested in Illinois on Tuesday.

According to a press release from the Mexico Public Safety Department, investigators responded to the 1300 block of N. Washington St. on Aug. 24 for an incident involving a gun. Police were told Montrel Burton, 33, took a handgun from someone else, pointed it at them, and fired a shot before leaving the area. No injuries were reported.

Police said an arrest warrant was obtained for Burton for first-degree robbery, unlawful use of a weapon, armed criminal action and unlawful possession of a gun.

Authorities notified the Jacksonville Police Department in Illinois that Burton may be in the city. Jacksonville police found Burton at 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday. He allegedly ran into a home but later came out and was arrested.

Burton is being held in the Morgan County Detention Center in Illinois until he is extradited to Audrain County.