Police Stress Awareness After Reported Trail Incident In Edwardsville
EDWARDSVILLE — A reported incident involving a suspicious individual on a bike trail near Illinois Highway 157 and Commerce Drive in Edwardsville has prompted Edwardsville Police to remind residents to remain vigilant while using local trails. The incident occurred on Thursday, May 8, 2025, when a woman walking on the trail reported feeling uneasy after encountering a man. Edwardsville Police Chief Mike Fillback said the man did not physically touch her, but she came forward to share that she had “a strange feeling about it.” The male was reported to have encroached on the woman's space while she was on the trail for 10 or 15 minutes this past Thursday. Authorities have not yet identified or spoken with the individual involved. Chief Fillback urged trail users to carry cell phones and to contact police immediately if they experience any unusual encounters. “We encourage people to be mindful of their surroundings, always,” Fillback said. “This typ