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Yahoo
05-08-2025
- Yahoo
3rd teen arrested in Champaign shooting that left a 14-year-old with ‘potentially life-threatening' injuries
CHAMPAIGN — A third teenager was arrested in connection to a Champaign shooting earlier this month that left a 14-year-old injured. Champaign Police responded to the area of Third Street and Beardsley Avenue around 5 p.m. on July 15 for a report of a shooting with injuries. Once on the scene, officers found a 14-year-old boy with multiple 'potentially life-threatening' gunshot wounds. PREVIOUSLY: Champaign shooting leaves one person with 'potentially life-threatening gunshot wounds' First responders provided medical aid until the victim could be brought to the hospital; he has since been released and continues to recover, police said. A 15-year-old and 16-year-old from Champaign were arrested on the night of the incident. On Thursday, July 31, police said a 17-year-old male from Champaign was arrested for his role in the incident. Because all three suspects are minors, the police department is unable to share their names. All three teenagers allegedly involved in the shooting are being held in the Champaign County Juvenile Detention Center. Champaign County State's Attorney Julie Rietz said the 16-year-old and the 17-year-old teenagers are being tried as adults; they are both facing charges of aggravated battery with a firearm. The 16-year-old was detained following a detention hearing on July 18, 2025. He will appear in court again Aug. 18 for a preliminary hearing. The 17-year-old will appear in court on Friday for arraignment. The 15-year-old is also charged with aggravated battery with a firearm. But, because of his age, he is charged in the juvenile court. The State's Attorneys Office has filed a petition to transfer his case to adult court, and the 15-year-old will appear in court for a status hearing on Aug. 1. Aggravated battery with a firearm is a Class X felony. Rietz said it is punishable by six to 30 years in prison. Police investigated after the shooting, and they learned that the victim was outside of an apartment complex when suspects approached and began to shoot. The victim was shot multiple times before the offenders fled. Police found evidence of gunfire, including multiple shell casings and damage to a building. Two guns were also recovered. Two Champaign teens arrested, accused of shooting 14-year-old Although three people have been arrested, the investigation continues. Anyone with additional information can call the police department at 217-351-4545. To submit an anonymous tip, contact Crime Stoppers by phone at 217-373-8477 (TIPS), visit their website, or the 'P3 Tips' mobile app. Police added that future updates may be provided as they learn more. The Champaign Police Department also thanked the United States Marshals Service Great Lakes Regional Task Force for their assistance in the investigation. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
08-07-2025
- Yahoo
UPDATE: Coroner ID's Champaign shooting victim
Update at noon CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — The 32-year-old man who died following a shooting in Champaign early Friday morning has been identified by the Champaign County Coroner. Human remains found in wooded Springfield area, Coroner says According to Coroner Laurie Brauer, 32-year-old Martez L. Jones Jr. of Urbana died following the shooting in the 1900 block of W Bradley Ave. that occurred at approximately 12:36 a.m. on July 4. After a brief time in critical condition and following an emergency surgery, Jones was pronounced dead at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana at 2:10 a.m. An autopsy has been scheduled, and this death is currently being investigated by the Champaign Police Department and the Champaign County Coroner's Office. CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — A 32-year-old Champaign man has died following a shooting in the early morning hours of the Fourth of July, and the police have begun a homicide investigation. Champaign Police were dispatched to the 1900 block of W Bradley Ave. after multiple reports of a shooting with injuries were received at 12:36 a.m. on July 4. As officers searched the area for evidence of gunfire, a short time later, a 32-year-old Champaign man arrived at an area hospital by personal transport. Bodycam footage showing shooting of machete-wielding Macon man released The man was in critical condition and was immediately taken to surgery, but he succumbed to his injuries. The initial investigation indicates that the man was outside of a business when multiple shots were fired. The person or persons responsible for the gunfire then fled the area, and the victim was transported to a hospital. On top of the man's injuries sustained, damage has also been reported to several vehicles. At this time, officers are continuing to canvass the surrounding area for witnesses and video footage that may be of investigative assistance. Any person or business in the nearby area that has exterior surveillance camera systems is urged to notify the police department. Danville man gets 9 years for unlawful possession of a weapon by a felon Currently, no arrests have been made, and the investigation remains ongoing. Additionally, future updates may be provided as they become available. The Champaign Police Department thanks the Urbana and Parkland College Police Departments and the Champaign County Sheriff's Office for their help in this investigation. The Champaign Police Department is asking anyone who has additional information to call them at 217-351-4545. Those wishing to stay anonymous are urged to contact Crime Stoppers at 217-373-8477, online at or on the P3 Tips app. Crime Stoppers will pay cash rewards of $5,000 for tips that lead to an arrest in any homicide case. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
09-06-2025
- Yahoo
Crime Stoppers seeking tips in attempted $3,200 theft from Champaign Meijer
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — The Champaign Police Department is asking for help through Crime Stoppers in finding the people who stole $800 worth of merchandise from Meijer, but tried to get away with four times more in value. Officials said the theft happened the night of May 28. At approximately 9:12 p.m., three people walked into Champaign's Meijer at 2401 North Prospect Avenue and loaded several totes with merchandise, which they then put into a cart. One of the subjects was wearing a black and yellow Meijer jacket, and they pushed the cart outside and met up with the others. Two teens hurt, one critically, in Champaign shooting Sunday night The total amount of merchandise they had was more than $3,200, but loss prevention staff confronted them and recovered 75% of what the trio tried to steal. Officials said they still got away with $800 worth of merchandise. The trio was recorded on camera as the theft happened. They were described as: A male of unknown race, 26-35 years old, approximately 5′ 3″ to 5′ 9″ tall with an average build. He was wearing a black and yellow Meijer jacket, a black cap, a surgical mask and khaki pants A Black male, 26-35 years old, approximately 5′ 3″ to 5′ 9″ tall with a slender build. He was wearing a back hoodie and blue jeans, and he had a gray and black beard and a mustache A Black female, 26-50 years old, approximately 5′ 3″ to 5′ 9″ tall with a slender build. She was wearing a black hoodie, gray sweatpants, sunglasses, and had short gray hair. Anyone who has information about this crime or the people responsible 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. All tips are 100% anonymous, even to law enforcement, and are 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
08-06-2025
- Yahoo
Champaign man hospitalized in Saturday night shooting
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — A 21-year-old Champaign man was hurt after a shooting on Saturday. Officers with the Champaign Police Department responded to the area of Giboney and Tower Streets around 10:40 p.m. after a report that shots had been fired nearby. Police were able to locate an area with evidence of gunfire in the 1400 block of Clock Street. 22-year-old Danville man dead after motorcycle crash Around the same time police were searching for evidence, a man who had been shot walked into an area hospital with wounds in the arm and torso. Police said the man received medical treatment and is hospitalized in stable condition. After investigating, police learned that the 21-year-old was driving through an alley near Clock Street when unknown subjects fired at his vehicle, hitting him in the process. Police were able to find one vehicle that was damaged in this incident. Champaign police remained in the area for several hours to collect evidence, and search for witnesses and video footage that could help the investigation. No arrests have been made as of Sunday afternoon, and the investigation is ongoing. 'It's a great event for all': 14th Annual CU Autism Walk and Resource Fair Residents or businesses in the area with outdoor cameras or additional information are encouraged to contact the police department at 217-351-4545. To submit an anonymous tip contact Crime Stoppers by calling 217-373-8477 (TIPS), visit them online, or on the 'P3 Tips' mobile app. 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 Police looking for tips in $500 theft from Kohl's
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — The Champaign Police Department is asking for help through Crime Stoppers in solving a case of retail theft. The theft happened Nov. 19 at the Kohl's on Convenience Center Road. Officials said that a man walked into the store just after 9 a.m. and hid several items in a duffel bag. He then walked out of the store, making no attempt to pay for the items he selected. The stolen merchandise was worth nearly $500. UPDATE: State Police name victims, release new info in Shelby Co. car vs. train crash The suspect was recorded on security cameras; he appeared to be a Black male wearing a navy-blue Adidas sweatshirt and white sneakers. He left the area in a gray sedan, possibly a Hyundai Elantra. Anyone who has information about this crime, such as the identity of the thief, is asked to submit their knowledge to Champaign County Crime Stoppers. Tips can be submitted by calling 217-373-8477, visiting the organization's website or using the P3 Tips app. All tips to Crime Stoppers are both anonymous, even to law enforcement, and eligible for a cash reward if an arrest is made using the tip. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
