The subject appeared to be a white male with a receding hairline, and was last seen wearing a blue surgical mask, blue jacket, and light-colored pants. Several items were later recovered at the Champaign Public Library, 200 W. Green St., Champaign. This electronic version of the daily crime log is provided as a convenience and is updated as frequently as possible. Davenport Police are investigating an overnight shooting in downtown Davenport that injured one person. The News-Gazette 2101 Fox Drive, Champaign, IL 61820 +1 (217)351-5252 3354 Big Pine Trl Ste C, Champaign, IL 61822 +1 (217)373-1500 Mahomet Car Connection 1103 E Oak St, Mahomet, IL 61853 +1. Central Illinois News & Weather | Champaign, IL | WCIA 3 WCIX | WCIA.com News Weather Alert Special Weather Statement: Champaign County, Clark County, Coles County, Crawford County, Cumberland County, Douglas County, Edgar County, Jasper County, Moultrie County, Piatt County, Vermilion County Top Story NOTE - The date listed in the title is the date of the posting, not the crime. U. of I. student Yucheng Zhang, 19, was arrested at 3:21 a.m. Wednesday at his residence hall room at Wardall Hall, 1012 W. Illinois St., Urbana, for domestic battery. Yet, he says survival doesn't adhere to any rules. But he says this vacant, fenced-in lot CHAMPAIGN, Ill., (WCIA) Youre used to hearing one of the most famous college marching bands around the U of I campus on game days, at parades and other events around Central Illinois. The victim was then transported to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injuries. URBANA A Champaign man has been given the opportunity to escape a conviction for selling cannabis last fall. A vehicle was reported stolen at 3:18 a.m. Saturday from a garage in the 1000 block of South Second Street, Champaign. Once the phones were retrieved from a locked cabinet, one male distracted an employee and grabbed the phones from the counter. The estimated cost to replace the window is $450. It is my hope this decision will aid in the healing of those impacted by this senseless violence, Raoul said. Champaign Police Provides Community Update on Gun Violence Consistent with crime trends nationwide, incidents of gun violence in the city of Champaign have increased in 2021, and police are reminding the community of important violence prevention measures and programs that are available for assistance. The vehicle has an estimated value of $12,900. news-gazette.com 2101 Fox Drive Champaign, IL 61820 Phone: 217-351-5252 Email: news@news-gazette.com. According to a post on Facebook, the fire was reported by a resident of the home. The (Champaign) News-Gazettereported that the suspect was a man. Fire crews quickly extinguished the fire primarily contained to a rooftop air handling unit at a Target. Police reports and videos collected during the investigation are available for public review on the Citys website. Monticello Schools Superintendent Vic Zimmerman said in a statement that Oberheim had four daughters, including three who attend the district's schools, and that he was very involved in their lives. He reported that he never opened an account with that provider, and someone else must have done so in his name. More:Police from around Illinois gather to commemorate officers who have died. Crime Stoppers doesn't want your name, just your information. Through the cooperation of civilian witnesses at the scene and the use of a variety of technology, Champaign detectives were able to identify the (shooters) vehicle and ultimately Humphery as the shooter, said State's Attorney Julia Rietz. Theyve had their eyes on him for months, and are now sharing the evidence that led to his arrest. On December 9, 2022, at approximately 1:15 p.m., a male suspect stole a wallet from a purse while distracting a customer at Hobby Lobby, located at 2102 North Neil Street in Champaign. There is no perceived threat to the public. The university is joined by Busey Bank, Carle Health, Christie Clinic, OSF HealthCare and the United Way of Champaign County, each of which is investing $50,000. The fire department responded early Sunday morning. Champaign Crime Data Crime Index (100 is safest) Safer than 19% of U.S. Cities Champaign Annual Crimes Violent Crime Violent Crime Comparison (per 1,000 residents) 20 15 10 5 0 7.04 3.95 National Median: 4 Champaign Illinois My Chances of Becoming a Victim of a Violent Crime 1 in 142 in Champaign 1 in 253 in Illinois Champaign VIOLENT CRIMES A driver struck another vehicle while backing out of a parking space and then left the area without attempting to exchange information. The incident happened in June, according to police. Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul announced that on Friday, a Vermilion County jury found Nicholas Trimble, 42, guilty of six counts of first-degree murder. Champaign County Crime Stoppers is seeking assistance from the public regarding a homicide. Someone tried to kill me and the best we could do was juvenile jail? The investigation into the Sunday night shooting is ongoing and no arrests have been made. The investigation is ongoing, state police said. A U. of I. employee reported that a university-owned laptop computer had been stolen Feb. 20 after it was delivered to Mumford Hall, 1301 W. Gregory Drive, Urbana. Two people were injured after their car was shot at and crashed into a telephone pole, according to police. Officers on-scene immediately rendered medical aid with the assistance of the Champaign Fire Department. Upon arrival, officers discovered a male had attempted to steal over $1,400.00 worth of tools and fixtures but was confronted the at door by loss prevention. Tracy Parsons and Urbana Police Chief Bryant Seraphin appeared with Scott Beatty on WDWS regarding local gun violence and police relations. According to online Scott County Jail records, Holdorf was being held on a $25,000 cash-only bond Saturday. Derrick M. Humphery, 32, who also goes by Humphrey, was arrested by Champaign police Wednesday in the shooting of Liam Gasser. Fire Chief Gary Ludwig said firefighters found an active fire in the living room of a house in the 800 block of Richards Lane. Police seek the publics assistance in identifying the subject captured on video. "The face my family shares in public and the face we have at home represent two very different worlds. CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) All eyes were on the Fighting Illini Thursday night as they went up against the Wolverines, until a different rivalry captured fans attention from the stands. UI police identified Kyesha Neil, 18, of Champaign, as the person who allegedly stole a $1,300 electronic tablet. High near 50F. The preliminary investigation suggests the victim was struck by gunfire while seated inside of a parked car Dec. 29. A trial date is tentatively set for this spring. Fierce wind gusts uprooted a 50-foot tree at Allerton Park and Retreat Center; traffic backed up on I-72, I-74 and I-57 due to accidents. The district does not want anyone to enter the barricaded areas. A U. of I. student reported Feb. 23 that he had been the victim of an ongoing extortion scam between December 2021 and Feb. 17. Chenicek is accused of punching multiple employees and spitting on patrons from a terrace while inside the bar. It was reported Feb. 24 that a Champaign woman was the victim of check fraud. This week Champaign County Crime Stoppers is seeking assistance from the public regarding a robbery. Fire department instructors will lead a scenario designed to simulate an ice rescue, reinforcing victim removal skills. CRIME STOPPERS: Man wanted in Rock Island Co. on meth charges. On October 4, 2022, at approximately 5:48 p.m., Champaign Police were dispatched to the 1100 block of North Third Street for a report of a shooting with injuries. The News-Gazette reported that the shootout happened days after Cobb said he feared that a shooting involving police could happen because the city is dealing with an increase in gun violence. Training timelines, on-the-job injuries and overtime costs all come into play in this Champaign Fire Department item, set for a city council vote next week. The total value of the stolen food was unlisted. Champaign 1 day ago WILLIAMS, KAMRON JAMAL | 2023-03-02 Champaign County, Illinois Booking Davenport man sentenced to federal prison on child pornography charges, Davenport man sentenced to federal prison for lying to a federal grand jury, Davenport man charged in shooting that injured 1, Man charged with stealing vehicle, crashing it into Scott County home in 2016, Federal jury convicts 2 members of Davenport Savage Life Boys street gang, Man charged in Scott County UTV crash that injured 6. The total estimated value of the stolen items is $980. Winds NW at 5 to 10 mph. The victim was transported to an area hospital and is recovering from his injuries. The department responded to a fire at an unoccupied house on South Fair Street around 5:30 p.m. on Friday. [], DANVILLE, Ill. (WCIA) A Champaign man has been convicted for his role in the murder of two men in Danville more than five years ago. Cody James Toki in Ohio Champaign County 8/27/1992. Upon arrival, officers located 25-year-old Rashaud Weatherall who had sustained multiple life-threatening gunshot wounds. At 11:05 p.m. Thursday, U. of I. student Caden D. Chenicek, 20, of Champaign, was cited for aggravated battery at Kams, 102 E. 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Police seek the public's assistance in identifying a subject captured video. A U. of I. student reported that someone had broken his vehicle window between Thursday and Sunday while it was parked in a garage in the 900 block of South Third Street, Champaign. Anderson and Thompson reportedly were involved in an argument that became physical. "Our thoughts and prayers are with his family during this difficult time, Zimmerman said. More >> Champaign PD: Charges filed in possible road rage shooting from 2021 . The student was contacted via social media by someone purporting to be an artist offering money to use one of the students photos in a project. The wounded officer was hospitalized in stable condition, the department said. E. Pershing in Decatur was shut down Friday afternoon by CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WAND) A fallen tree caused a house fire in Champaign according to the Champaign Fire Department. Police initially were called by a witness who asked them to escort Reed from the building. They bagged all items and exited the store without rendering payment. When officers arrived, they learned no one was fighting at that time and that the individuals had begun to leave the scene. A Galesburg man was charged after police say he shot at a man after an argument in July. GPS tracking information showed that the phone was taken to an apartment in Urbana. Threats of the same nature were also soon made to East Prairie Middle School and Tuscola High School. The individuals selected over $500 in merchandise and proceeded to the self-checkout lanes. A U. of I. student reported that her bicycle had been stolen between 3 p.m. Monday and 7 a.m. Tuesday from Hopkins Hall, 1208 S. First St., Champaign. Police said Victor M. Hurtado is wanted for possessing a gun despite being a previously convicted felon. "This is not a DRILL," the superintendent wrote in a message to parents after Urbana High School received a threat. CHAMPAIGN COUNTY, Ill. (WCIA) Champaign County Crime Stoppers is asking assistance with a wanted suspect, 47-year-old Evelyn D. Bellamy. After a canine alerted to the presence of drugs, deputies searched and found about 18.5 grams of methamphetamine. A Kewanee man convicted of killing his girlfriends 3-year-old daughter in Henry County pled guilty Friday to predatory criminal sexual assault in Henry County Circuit Court. State Police said the accident happened near the exit to U.S. Route []. The incident was captured onthe victims video doorbell. Laresha L. Reed, 42, no address provided, was arrested at 7:42 p.m. Wednesday at an apartment building in the 400 block of East Healey Street, Champaign, for trespassing. CHAMPAIGN A suspect shot and killed one central Illinois police officer and wounded another during a shootout at an apartment complex early Wednesday in which the suspect was also killed, authorities said. At 2:12 a.m. Friday at Pennsylvania Avenue Residence Hall, 906 W. College Court, Urbana, Rodney L. Teague Jr., 32, of Champaign, was issued a no-trespass notice to all university property after police were notified of a man sleeping on a couch in the lower-level lounge area. The fraudulent transactions totaled over $10,000. Sunny to partly cloudy. The semi overturned Friday around 12:30 p.m. Douglas County Sheriff Nathan Chaplin said in a press release that Tuscola Police Department had made an arrest at 2:56 p.m. Another woman tried to pull Hearnes off the first victim and in the melee, Hearnes stabbed that other woman in the eye. Deric D. Alford, 31, who listed an address in the 1300 block of North Neil Street, was arraigned Monday for robbery, alleging that on Jan. 18 or 19, he cornered a former co-worker in that mans Champaign home and ordered him to hand over his phone and the password for it. The total estimated value of the stolen items is $34,600. I had caffeine poisoning. CRIME STOPPERS: Man wanted by East Moline police for fleeing, eluding police Updated : Mar. Speak out for Gregory opens conversation about police response to mental health crisis, Police from around Illinois gather to commemorate officers who have died, Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. Burlington man arrested for possession of meth. Assistant States Attorney Brooke Hinman said the teen had missed probation appointments and school, and did not write the letter of apology that she had been ordered to. ISP said the semi has been removed from the roadway and will be removed from the median when conditions improve. Champaign News, Breaking News in Champaign, IL Hello Champaign Today's weather Warmer with increasing clouds High: 62F Low: 31F Top local news Press Release Residential Fire Reported. CHAMPAIGN A suspect shot and killed one central Illinois police officer and wounded another during a shootout at an apartment complex early Wednesday in which . The two suspects skip scanned much of the merchandise and then attempted to pay for the remainder of the items with a credit card that declined payment. On January 3, 2023, at approximately 12:00 p.m., an unknown male entered the First Mid Bank & Trust located at 114 West Church Street in Champaign. and has CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) The person suspected of a crime spree in Champaign County on Wednesday has been arrested. The victim notified her bank and received a photocopy of the check with the forged payee name and altered amount. Police haven't released certain details about the shootout, including the names of the wounded officer and the suspect. Rock Island police are asking for help to identify a man they say stole about $200 worth of times from Hy-Vee. The victim had initially written a check for $422.94 on Jan. 28 to a local plumbing company for work at her residence. At 12:25 a.m. Saturday outside Kams, 102 E. Green St., Champaign, U. of I. student Eugene Jang, 21, of Champaign, was issued a state of Illinois notice to appear in court for battery. CHAMPAIGN Crime Stoppers of Champaign County needs help solving a theft at a Champaign cellphone store. Contact us for more information about the incidents listed here. Retail Theft in the City of Champaign 02/27/2023, Assault in the City of Champaign 01/30/2023, Theft and Credit Card Fraud in the City of Champaign 01/03/2023, Attempted Theft and Criminal Damage - 12/19/22, Aggravated Battery in Champaign - 12-5-22, Retail Theft in the City of Champaign 11/28/2022, 2014 Damian Henderson Homicide - 11/14/22. Fridays jury verdict of guilty against Nicholas Trimble clearly demonstrates that when we in law enforcement work together the most violent criminals in our community will be held accountable, said Lacy. Because the victim sustained serious bodily harm she was blinded in one eye Amayra Hearnes, 20, will not be eligible for day-for-day good time on her jail sentence, which began Tuesday. The male suspects appeared to be black males. The driver, Daytan L. Davis, 26, who listed an address in the 100 block of East Champaign Avenue, Rantoul, and a passenger, Damion Richardson, 51, of the 300 block of East Church Street, Champaign, were both charged Monday with possession of between 15 and 100 grams of methamphetamine, a Class 1 felony because of the amount. The initial investigation indicates that the victims were standing in the parking lot of an apartment complex on Third Street, near Bradley Avenue when a vehicle approached and the occupants opened fire. Julia Rietz, the Champaign County States Attorney, [], UPDATE: 1:48 pm. Once he completes his sentence, he will serve three years of supervised release. But we also spoke with Judy Borton, whose grandson is in custody, and she said five people are still striking. The United States Marshals Service Northern District of Indiana arrested McCubbins around noon on Tuesday. Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul announced that on Friday, a Vermilion County jury found Nicholas Trimble, 42, guilty of six counts of first-degree murder. Three vehicle hijackings were reported to Champaign Police in April. A U. of I. student reported that she was punched in the face by an unknown man at 12:03 a.m. Saturday near First and Green streets, Champaign. An arrest warrant was issued four months ago for Henry A. Pettigrew, who was arrested for the shooting Wednesday in Urbana. Owoeye previously had been issued a no-trespassing notice for all U. of I. property. Crime Stopperswill pay a cash rewardfor information that leads to an arrest and you will always remain 100% anonymous. Low 31F. Alex P. Bzdula, 19, of Chicago, was arrested at 11:25 p.m. Tuesday in the 200 block of East Green Street, Champaign, for damaging property. Oberheim is the third Champaign police officer to be killed in the line of duty. I am committed to continuing to collaborate with law enforcement agencies at all levels of government to address violent crime in Illinois.. University police said they received a threatening call Friday. A U. of I. student reported that he was the victim of an internet-based scam between Feb. 19-22. URBANA, Ill. (WCCU) One community organization, Rape Advocacy, Counseling, & Education Services (RACES). Crews responded to 1101 E. University around 12:30 a.m. Employees from MTD that occupy the east portion of the building said there was a fire in URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) Two University of Illinois students were recently scammed out of almost $5,000 between the two of them, U of I Police reported on Thursday. URBANA A Champaign man who allegedly robbed a friend of cash electronically is due back in court in April. Police were called by a witness who reported that Jim restrained a U. of I. student and also opened a door aggressively, striking the student. Wanted Suspects. Please note: Those arrested are presumed innocent until proved guilty, and formal charges may change as cases are adjudicated. 2, 2023 at 3:30 PM CST The items have a total estimated value of $150. Champaign man found guilty for 2017 double homicide, Letter: Regrettable situation at Schlarman Academy, Committee to act on casino liquor license classification, Indiana police investigating officer-involved shooting near Dana; chase began in Danville, Parents organize 'Save Schlarman' meeting, Mayor, local pastors concerned about abortion clinic locating in Danville, DPD investigates fight at grade school tournament, Students, parents stage walkout at Schlarman. US States (36975K) Current Events (51K) Celebrity (272) Exonerated (117) Favorites (421) FBI . If you have any information regarding this or any crime in Champaign County, please contact Crime Stoppers at 217-373-TIPS, 373tips.com, or via the P3 Tips mobile app. Crews responded to a fire inside a home at 20 Raintree Drive early Monday. A Davenport man was arrested Monday after police say he neglected his bedridden mother causing her death. The suspects fled with the phones valued at $4,500.00. Darion Lafayette, 24, was killed during the shooting, according to the County Coroner's Office. This week Champaign County Crime Stoppers is seeking assistance from the public regarding an aggravatedbattery. Following Peoples' arrest for allegedly pulling a fire alarm, police found multiple pills of suspected methamphetamine on him. Trends Analytics. MUGSHOTS.COM IS AN AGGREGATOR OF THE TODAY'S CRIME NEWS. Multiple university-owned tools, including a large lawn mower, had been stolen. The body was found in a storage unit in Maquon, IL in October 2022. On October 30, 2022, at 2:10 a.m., a male victim was walking in the 300 block of East Green St. in Champaign when someone came up behind him and grabbed food out of his hand. On December 6, 2022, at approximately 7:16 p.m., one female and two male subjects entered T-Mobile located at 61 East Marketview Drive in Champaign. Davenport Walmart burglary, during closed store hours leads to arrest. RACES said alcohol can be a tool to commit sexual assault Our new Privacy Policy will go into effect on January 1st, 2023. The female appeared to be a black female, wearing a yellow cap, black coat, light-colored jeans, and orange shoes. "There has been a lot of hardships, definitely trying to stay the course and stay positive," Gasser said. The identity of the dead man is being withheld pending further verification of his identity and notification to the family. Have you seen him? 5 Purdue (25-5, 14-5 Big Ten) closes its regular season schedule at Mackey Arena on Sunday with a matchup against Illinois (20-10, 10-8). Upon arrival, officers learned a suspect entered the bank, displayed a note indicating the presence of a handgun, and demanded money. News-Gazette | Your Source for News and Advertising in East Central Illinois Trees, traffic: Impact of high winds felt throughout area 13 hrs ago Fierce wind gusts uprooted a 50-foot tree at. One of Editor & Publishers 10 That Do It Right 2021.