Latest news with #ChampaignCountyCrimeStoppers
Yahoo
05-08-2025
- Yahoo
Crime Stoppers seeking tips on July burglary in Ogden
OGDEN, Ill. (WCIA) — Champaign County Crime Stoppers is seeking help from the public in finding the people responsible for a burglary in Ogden. The crime happened at Rich's Restaurant the morning of July 24. Two suspects forced entry into the business and tried, but failed, to pry open gaming machines inside. The suspects instead grabbed cash from the register and fled. One hurt after shooting in Decatur The crime and suspects were recorded on the restaurant's security cameras, still images from which Crime Stoppers provided. The suspects were described as wearing: A black hat, tan face covering, brown long-sleeve shirt, black sweatpants with white lettering and black shoes A black stocking cap, black face mask with white lettering, black long-sleeve shirt, blue jeans and brown boots. Hoopeston man arrested, accused of damaging gravestone Anyone with information about the burglary or the people responsible is asked to submit a tip to Champaign County Crime Stoppers. Tips can be submitted by calling 217-373-8477, visiting Crime Stoppers' website or using the P3 Tips app. All tips to Crime Stoppers are both anonymous and eligible for a cash reward if the tip leads to an arrest. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
08-07-2025
- Yahoo
Champaign Co. Crime Stoppers looking for tips on car burglar
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — Champaign County Crime Stoppers is asking for help from the public in finding a suspected car burglar. The burglaries happened near the U of I campus the morning of May 6. Officials said that around 5 a.m., a man entered several cars parked near Third and Daniel Streets. He stole items from two of them; the value of the stolen items has not yet been determined. Champaign Fire Dept. investigates Saturday night apartment fire The suspect was captured on video; he was described as a light-skinned Black male who was wearing a black jacket over a gray hoodie. He was also wearing black pants and black shoes. Anyone who has information about this crime is asked to contact Champaign County Crime Stoppers using one of three methods: calling 217-373-8477, visiting Crime Stoppers' website or using the P3 Tips app. All tips submitted using these methods are both anonymous and eligible for a cash reward if the tip leads to an arrest. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
03-06-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Champaign Co. Crime Stoppers announces 6 arrests, $11k in rewards through tips in May
CHAMPAIGN COUNTY, Ill. (WCIA) — Champaign County Crime Stoppers is highlighting the work of anonymous tipsters during the month of May in helping law enforcement make Champaign County a safer place. Officials said that during the month, anonymous tips from the public resulted in the following: six arrests, the seizure of four illegally possessed guns and ammunition and the seizure of illegal narcotics and drug packaging materials. The organization's Board of Directors approved $11,100 in cash rewards, including four $2,500 rewards through the Illegal Gun Bounty Reward Program. Champaign Police looking for tips in $500 theft from Kohl's 'Once again, the public came through to provide anonymous information that took dangerous felons and illegal weapons and drugs off the streets of Champaign County,' said John Hecker, President of Champaign County Crime Stoppers. 'Crime Stoppers works thanks to the trust and support of our community members, the local media, and law enforcement. Thank you to all those who submitted tips or otherwise help support our nonprofit organization.' For more information about Champaign County Crime Stoppers and to donate to the organization, visit its website, The website can also be used to submit a tip, along with the phone number 217-373-8477 and the P3 Tips app. Any tip submitted through these methods is anonymous to law enforcement and eligible for a reward if the tip results in an arrest. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
19-05-2025
- Yahoo
U of I Police, Crime Stoppers looking for pair of package thieves
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — The University of Illinois Police Department and Champaign County Crime Stoppers are asking the public for help in identifying two package thieves. Officials said that on April 23, two people were outside the apartment building at 103 East Healey Street and waited for someone to open the secured door. Once they got inside, the two suspects stole multiple packages from the front lobby. U of I graduation parties shut down Campustown street overnight The suspects were recorded on the building's security cameras as they entered and stole the packages. They were described as: – A Black male– 45 to 55 years old– 5′ 6″ to 5′ 8″– 170 pounds– With a short beardWearing– A black Chicago Cubs hat– A black hoodie over a plaid button-up shirt– Black jeans– Black/white Nike shoes with red heels – A Black female– 35 to 45 years old– 5′ 4″ to 5′ 6″– 220 pounds– Carrying a white tote with a black letter 'A'Wearing– A black hoodie– Navy blue leggings– Black/white Nike shoes– A silver bracelet or watch Multi-state police chase ends in Danville Anyone who has information on the identities of these suspects is asked to submit their knowledge to Champaign County Crime Stoppers. Tips can be submitted by calling 217-373-8477, visiting Crime Stoppers' website or using the P3 Tips app. Any tip submitted to Crime Stoppers is both anonymous and eligible for a cash reward if an arrest is made. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
12-05-2025
- Yahoo
Champaign Co. Crime Stoppers seeking tips in $11k credit card fraud
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — Champaign County Crime Stoppers is asking the public for help in finding a man who they said committed credit card fraud at three stores in Champaign and Savoy. Officials said that on Feb. 26, a stolen credit card was used at Menards and Rural King in Champaign and at Walmart in Savoy. The suspect purchased numerous items that included riding lawn mowers, totaling over $11,000 in value. Decatur Police looking for public's help in finding arson suspect The suspect was recorded on surveillance footage as he made the purchases. Officials said he appeared to be a Black male who was wearing a dark blue zip-up hoodie, blue jeans, black sneakers, a tan winter hat and sunglasses. He left the stores in a white Dodge Ram van. Anyone who knows something about this crime or the suspect's identity is asked to contact Champaign County Crime Stoppers and submit a tip. Tipsters can call 217-373-8477, visit Crime Stoppers' website or use the P3 Tips app. All tips to Crime Stoppers are both anonymous and eligible for a cash reward if an arrest is made using the information provided. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
