He was unable to post bond and taken to Jackson County Jail. Police have no suspects in the incident. Allegedly, the two offenders asked for him to hand over his wallet, but he refused to give it to them. They eventually escaped with the man's watch. The victim did not require medical attention and reported the incident to the SIU Police on Monday.
Police continue to investigate the incident.
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