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Shooting Investigation- Posted 9/30/2024
September 30, 2024
On August 24, 2024, at approximately 5:13 a.m., Champaign Police were dispatched to the 1400 block of North Market Street for a shooting with injuries. On-scene, officers quickly located a 17-year-old Champaign man with a life-threatening gunshot wound. Police and Fire personnel rendered medical aid until the victim could be transported to an area hospital. He is recovering from his injuries.
Investigators learned the young man had been walking along Market Street when he heard several gunshots before realizing he had been wounded. Police are asking any resident or business in the nearby area with exterior surveillance cameras and/or persons with cell phone video to review the footage for any suspicious persons or vehicles captured in the area around the time of the incident. It is believed video footage may be of investigative assistance.
Armed Robbery and Aggravated Battery - 9/23/24
September 23, 2024
Champaign County Crime Stoppers is seeking assistance from the public regarding an armed robbery and aggravated battery.
On August 1, 2024, at approximately 12:32 p.m., police officers were dispatched to the intersection of Clayton Boulevard and Irvine Road for an armed and disorderly subject on an MTD public transportation bus. Officers learned a male armed with a hammer was attempting to fight people. The suspect stole a passenger’s backpack and hit the passenger with the hammer when they tried to take it back. The victim was able to retrieve his backpack before the suspect got off the bus and fled the area. The victim did not require medical attention.
Police seek the public’s assistance in identifying the suspect captured on video. The suspect was described as a black male in his late 20’s, approximately 5’6” tall and 160 pounds. He was described as wearing a black hoody, dark blue jeans, and black shoes.
Criminal Damage to Foellinger Auditorium
September 16, 2024
This week Crime Stoppers is seeking assistance from the public regarding criminal damage that occurred on August 25 at 2:21 AM to Foellinger Auditorium on the U of I campus. Security cameras showed two subjects on the scene wearing black clothing and masks. The subjects were later captured on surveillance cameras walking in the area no longer wearing masks.
Police seek the public’s assistance in identifying the suspects responsible for this incident. The suspects were described as a black male and white male, both wearing all-black clothing. The black male was described as having short to medium length braided hair and black shoes. The white male was described with shorter dark hair and white shoes.
Repair costs to date have exceeded $7,500.
Child Luring Incident in the city of Urbana 09/09/2024
September 09, 2024
This week Champaign County Crime Stoppers is seeking assistance from the public regarding a child luring incident.
On September 3, 2024, at approximately 3:55 p.m., Urbana Police responded to the intersection of Kinch Street and Michigan Avenue for a suspicious vehicle report. Officers learned a minor had been dropped off by the school bus and was walking in the area when a male sitting in a black SUV yelled out and offered them candy. The male suspect repeatedly attempted to engage the minor with the proposition of candy. The minor continued walking and the SUV eventually drove away.
Investigators seek the public’s assistance in identifying the suspect or vehicle involved in this incident. At the time of the interaction, the vehicle was parked in the 2100 block of East Michigan Avenue. The vehicle was described as a black mid-sized SUV, similar to a Chevrolet Equinox or GMC Terrain. There is no description for the male suspect.
Police are asking any resident or business in the nearby area with exterior surveillance cameras and/or persons with cell phone video to review the footage for any suspicious persons or vehicles captured in the area around the time of the incident. It is believed video footage may be of investigative assistance.
Shooting Investigation- Posted 9/3/2024
September 03, 2024
On August 17, 2024, at approximately 1:32 a.m., Urbana Police responded to the 1500 block of Hunter Street for a report of a shooting with injuries.
Responding officers learned a physical altercation occurred between a group of individuals outside in the courtyard of the townhouse complex. During the altercation at least one person produced a firearm and fired shots.
Officers located two male victims who had injuries consistent with being shot. One subject had a minor graze wound to the hand area. This victim was treated and released. A 32-year-old male was located with life-threatening gunshot wounds to the leg and torso. Officers provided life saving measures until he could be transported to an area hospital where he underwent surgery. He later succumbed to his injuries.
Police are asking any resident or business in the nearby area with exterior surveillance cameras and/or persons with cell phone video to review the footage for any suspicious persons or vehicles captured in the area around the time of the incident. It is believed video footage may be of investigative assistance.
Suspicious Fires - Posted 8/26/24
August 26, 2024
Champaign County Crime Stoppers is seeking assistance from the public regarding suspicious fires.
On August 21, 2024, the Rantoul Fire Department along with the Rantoul Police Department responded to several reports of suspicious fires. At approximately 8:30 p.m., officers were dispatched to the area of Roselyn and Bel Aire for a report of two to three juveniles pouring gasoline in the roadway and lighting it on fire. As officers were responding to this initial call, a second incident was reported that juveniles had set a vehicle on fire in the 700 block of Juniper Drive. Additionally, officers were flagged down in the 1100 block of Bel Aire Drive for a report of vehicle tires also set on fire. Another incident occurred in the 1100 block of Briarcliff that involved the yard of a residence on fire.
The Rantoul Police Department is asking residents in these areas to check exterior surveillance camera footage for possible recordings of the individuals responsible for these fires.
Shooting Investigation in Champaign - Posted 8/19/24
August 19, 2024
This week Champaign County Crime Stoppers is seeking assistance from the public regarding a shooting investigation in Champaign.
On July 27 at 3:16 a.m., Champaign Police were dispatched to the 1800 block of West Bradley Avenue for a report of a shooting with injuries. Upon arrival, officers located two 22-year-old female victims with non-life-threatening gunshot wounds. One victim was struck in the cheek and hand, and the other victim suffered a graze wound to the leg. Both victims were treated at area hospitals and are recovering from their injuries.
The initial investigation indicates that the victims were attending an impromptu gathering in a parking lot when a yet unknown subject produced a firearm and opened fire.
Police are asking any resident or business in the nearby area with exterior surveillance cameras and/or persons with cell phone video to review the footage for any suspicious persons or vehicles captured in the area around the time of the incident. It is believed video footage may be of investigative assistance.
Bank Robbery in Champaign - Posted 8/12/24
August 12, 2024
On July 27, 2024, at approximately 9:09 a.m., Champaign Police were dispatched to Busey Bank, located at 2011 West Springfield Avenue, for a bank robbery. Upon arrival, officers learned a suspect entered the bank and demanded money while implying he had a firearm. The suspect fled the bank with an undisclosed amount of currency.
Police seek the public’s assistance in identifying the suspect captured on video. The suspect was described as a black male with a medium build, wearing a mask, sunglasses, and a blonde wig. He was last seen wearing a gray hat, black/white women’s shirt, and gray pants.
Police are asking any resident or business in the nearby area with exterior surveillance cameras and/or persons with cell phone video to review the footage for any suspicious persons or vehicles captured in the area around the time of the incident. It is believed video footage may be of investigative assistance.
Two Shooting Investigations in Champaign - Posted 7/29/24
July 29, 2024
This week Champaign County Crime Stoppers is seeking assistance from the public regarding two shooting investigations.
Shooting with Injuries – 3900 Block of Colleen Drive
On July 20, 2024, at approximately 2:45 a.m., Champaign Police were dispatched to Champaign Fire Station Three at 702 West Bradley Avenue in Champaign when a vehicle arrived carrying two people with gunshot wounds. Police and Fire personnel rendered medical aid to a 16-year-old male and an 18-year-old female, each with multiple potentially life-threatening gunshot wounds to the torso. Both victims are recovering from their injuries.
Officers learned the victims had been driving westbound in the 3700 Block of Colleen Drive when an unknown subject approached the vehicle and fired multiple shots, striking passengers inside. The vehicle then fled the area, calling 9-1-1 for assistance before stopping at the Fire Station to seek immediate medical aid.
Shots Fired – Near Main Street & Fremont Street
On July 20, 2024, at approximately 1:19 a.m., Champaign Police were on an assigned detail near Main Street and Fremont Street when they heard gunshots and moved toward the sound. On-scene, officers located a vehicle carrying a 26-year-old female victim with a non-life-threatening wound to the leg. The victim is recovering from her injuries.
Officers learned a black male wearing a mask and gray hoodie had produced a firearm and opened fire, and the female was injured while fleeing the area of shots fired. A nearby vehicle was damaged by the gunfire.
Police are asking any resident or business in the nearby area with exterior surveillance cameras and/or persons with cell phone video to review the footage for any suspicious persons or vehicles captured in the area around the time of the incidents. It is believed video footage may be of investigative assistance.
Shooting Investigation in Champaign - Posted 7/15/24
July 15, 2024
On July 5, 2024, at approximately 2:58 a.m., Champaign Police were dispatched to an area hospital after two victims arrived by personal transport with apparent gunshot wounds. Officers learned a 41-year-old male had suffered a potentially life-threatening injury to the abdomen and a 28-year-old female suffered a graze wound. Both victims are recovering from their injuries.
The victims were attending a gathering in the parking lot of a business in the 600 block of E. University Avenue when the male victim and an unknown subject engaged in a verbal altercation. As the altercation quickly escalated, the unknown subject produced a firearm and fired a shot, wounding both victims. The subject then fled the area while the victims were transported to an area hospital for medical assistance.
Police are asking any resident or business in the nearby area with exterior surveillance cameras and/or persons with cell phone video to review the footage for any suspicious persons or vehicles captured in the area around the time of the incident. It is believed video footage may be of investigative assistance.
Shooting Investigation in Champaign - Posted 7/8/24
July 08, 2024
On June 27, 2024, at approximately 12:34 a.m., Champaign Police were dispatched to the 700 Block of South Mattis Avenue for a report of a shooting with injuries. On arrival, officers located a 25-year-old male victim from Champaign with potentially life-threatening injuries from gunshot wounds to the upper leg. The victim is recovering from his injuries.
Police are asking any resident or business in the nearby area with exterior surveillance cameras and/or persons with cell phone video to review the footage for any suspicious persons or vehicles captured in the area around the time of the incident. It is believed video footage may be of investigative assistance.
Armed Robbery in Champaign - Posted 7/1/24
July 01, 2024
Champaign County Crime Stoppers is seeking assistance from the public regarding an armed robbery. On June 26, 2024, at approximately 4:25 a.m., a male victim was walking along the sidewalk on North Market Street near the I-74 Overpass when a subject blocked his pathway. The victim walked in the roadway to avoid the subject and the suspect followed, brandished a handgun, and demanded the victim’s phone and backpack. The two males struggled when a vehicle approached, and the victim was able to enter a nearby business. The suspect fled on foot southbound on Market Street. Police seek the public’s assistance in identifying the suspect responsible for this incident. The suspect was described as a younger black male, 5’7” and approximately 130 lbs. He was last seen wearing a baseball cap, black shirt, and dark pants.
Criminal Damage in Champaign - Posted 6/24/2024
June 24, 2024
This week Champaign County Crime Stoppers is seeking assistance from the public regarding a criminal damage that occurred within the apartment complex known as the Tower at Third, located at 302 East John Street in Champaign.
On June 4, 2024, at approximately 12:00 AM, an unknown suspect damaged television broadcast equipment housed in the penthouse on the 21st floor of the apartment complex. The damage caused equipment failure and prompted a response from technicians, who in turn notified police. The damaged equipment was valued at more than $50,000.
Police seek the public’s assistance in identifying the suspect(s) responsible for this incident.
Armed Robbery in Champaign - Posted 6/17/2024
June 17, 2024
On May 30, 2024, at approximately 12:50 a.m., a food delivery driver was sent to the 300 block of East Clark Street for a delivery. After the driver exited his vehicle, he was approached by three subjects, one of which displayed a handgun, took the food, his wallet, and his phone. The three suspects fled westbound on foot.
Police seek the public’s assistance in identifying the suspects captured on video. The suspects were described as two Hispanic males and a Hispanic female. The suspects were all described as being shorter with a thin build, and all were wearing face coverings and dark clothing.
Shooting Incident in Urbana - Posted 6/10/2024
June 10, 2024
On May 18, 2024, at approximately 9:12 PM, a group of five individuals were walking in the 1800 block of East Florida Avenue in Urbana. The group spotted a vehicle which slowly turned toward them. At least two of the individuals walking on Florida Avenue brandished handguns and fired several shots toward the occupied vehicle. The suspects fled the area on foot. The vehicle also fled the scene, and no injuries were reported.
Police seek the public’s assistance in identifying the suspects captured on video. The suspects were described as follows:
- 1. Slim build male with a dark hooded sweatshirt with a large logo on the back. He wore black and white tennis shoes.
- Slim build male with black pants and gray hooded sweatshirt. He wore black shoes with white soles.
- Slim build male with a sweatshirt with different color/patterned sleeves. The sweatshirt had large writing near the torso. He wore dark colored jeans, a hat and dark colored shoes.
- Slim build male wearing a gray hooded sweatshirt over his head. He wore gray sweatpants with white tennis shoes.
- Heavier build male with shoulder length dreadlocks. He wore a gray sweatshirt, black pants and white tennis shoes.
Armed Robbery in Rantoul - Posted 6/3/2024
June 03, 2024
Champaign County Crime Stoppers is seeking assistance from the public regarding an armed robbery.
On May 3, 2024, at approximately 11:54 PM, police officers were dispatched to a business located in the 500 block of South Maplewood Drive in Rantoul for a report of an armed robbery. When officers arrived, they learned three suspects had entered the business, displayed firearms, and demanded US currency. The suspects were seen leaving the area on foot.
Police seek the public’s assistance in identifying the suspects captured on video. The suspects were described as three unknown race males, all wearing blue nitrile gloves. The suspects were described with the following clothing descriptions.
Suspect 1 – wearing a dark colored face covering, dark Nike hoodie, dark pants, and carrying a backpack.
Suspect 2 – wearing a dark face covering, dark sunglasses, a dark hoodie and dark pants.
Suspect 3 – wearing a gray colored hat, dark hoodie, dark pants, and wearing a backpack across their chest.
Battery in Champaign - Posted 5/28/24
May 28, 2024
Crime Stoppers is seeking assistance from the public regarding an aggravated battery.
On April 7, 2024, at 4:05 p.m., a female was battered outside Target on North Prospect in Champaign. The victim was waiting for a bus when three subjects walked by. A female subject struck the victim's face with an item she was carrying. This continued until the victim attempted to
walk away but the suspects followed her and one of the female suspects grabbed the victim, then battered her repeatedly while another suspect video recorded the incident.
The suspects appeared to be two black females and a black male. The first female had long black/brown braided hair and was wearing a black hat, black Carhart jacket, orange/brown pants, and gray slippers. The second female was wearing a black jacket, black and gray pants, and black slippers. The male suspect had black/brown braided hair and was wearing a black puffer jacket, maroon pants, and Nike slides.
Retail Theft in Champaign - Posted 5/20/2024
May 20, 2024
This week Champaign County Crime Stoppers is seeking assistance from the public regarding a retail theft.
On April 28, 2024, at approximately 6:49 p.m., a male subject entered Menards at 620 West Town Center Boulevard in Champaign. The suspect selected several tools, an extreme tool backpack, and a roll of copper wire. The male concealed the tools in the stolen backpack and exited the store with the backpack and wire. Thestolen merchandise was valued at over $600.00.
Police seek the public’s assistance in identifying the suspect captured on video. The suspect appeared to be awhite male, 30-40 years old, last seen wearing a tan ballcap, black and tan hooded sweatshirt, gray khaki pants,and boots. The male left the area in a white Ford F-150 truck.
Burglary in Champaign - Posted 5/13/2024
May 13, 2024
On April 23, 2024, at approximately 4:00 a.m., two males forced entry into Global Smoke & Vape located at 1804 South Neil Street in Champaign. The males broke out a window to gain entry and stole several items from inside. The suspects fled on foot with approximately $6,000 worth of stolen merchandise.
Police seek the public’s assistance in identifying the suspects captured on video. The suspects were described as two males, one white and one black, approximately 18 years old, and of average build and height. The white male was last seen wearing a black t-shirt, black and red pants, and white athletic shoes. The black male was wearing a black “Hang Loose” sweatshirt, gray sweatpants, and slides.
Disorderly Subject in Urbana - Posted 5/6/24
May 06, 2024
Champaign County Crime Stoppers is seeking assistance from the public regarding a disorderly subject. On April 18, 2024, at approximately 6:30 PM, police officers responded to the 1300 block of Silver Street in Urbana for a disorderly subject. The suspect initially threw a brick toward the victim’s apartment, striking the brick wall of the building. Police responded to investigate and attempted to identify the suspect, but he fled the scene. Police were called out again when the suspect returned, threw another brick at the victim’s apartment, this time striking a window causing it to shatter. Police seek the public’s assistance in identifying the suspect captured on video. The suspect was described as a black male with a beard, wearing a black hooded sweatshirt and gray sweatpants.
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