Peoria Woman Faces Kidnapping Charges | Peoria News

Peoria News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Sep 4, 2026 · 1m

A 29-year-old woman in Peoria is facing serious charges after allegedly attempting to kidnap a five-year-old child downtown—charges include attempted kidnapping and aggravated battery. The child was saved by the mother and another bystander, and though unharmed, the incident has sparked widespread concern. Mueller fled but was quickly apprehended, and a judge ordered her held without bail. A mental health evaluation is mandated, and her next court date is October 3rd for a preliminary hearing—with a grand jury expected to review the case before then. This story is still unfolding as legal…