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7 days ago
- General
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Danville juvenile arrested on weapons charges
A 16-year-old Danville juvenile was arrested on multiple weapons charges by Danville Police recently. On Friday, May 23, members of the Danville Police Department Problem Oriented Policing Unit attempted to stop a subject on foot in the 1400 block of Lape Street for the investigation of a crime, DPD Deputy Chief Terry McCord said. Officers witnessed the suspect take off running after orders to stop were given. After a short foot pursuit, the suspect was placed in custody. During the pursuit and investigation, P.O.P. officers located a loaded illegal firearm. The suspect was identified as a 16-year-old juvenile from Danville who was transported to the Public Safety Building and booked on charges of Aggravated Unlawful Use of a Weapon-Possession Under 21, Aggravated Unlawful Use of a Weapon-No Concealed Carry Permit, and Obstructing/Resisting a Peace Officer. The Danville Police Department requests anyone with information on this incident contact DPD at 217-431-2250, or Vermilion County Crimestoppers online at use the mobile app P3TIPS, or call anonymously to 217-446-TIPS (8477). The Danville Police Department reminds the public that all subjects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Yahoo
7 days ago
- Automotive
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Danville man dies as a result of traffic accident
A Danville man died as a result of a motor vehicle accident Wednesday, May 28, around 12:10 p.m. 'Danville Police responded to a report of a vehicle versus motorcycle traffic crash in the area of South Gilbert Street and Bluff Street (State Route 1). Upon arrival, officers located 46-year-old Robert J. Wilson with severe injuries after striking a Honda CRV,' DPD Deputy Chief Joshua Webb said. 'Medical Personal arrived to render aid and the victim was transported to OSF Sacred Heart Medical Center where he was pronounced deceased.' DPD officers immediately began investigating the scene and were later assisted by the Illinois State Police Accident Reconstruction Team and the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT). 'Officers learned an 80-year-old Danville woman was traveling southbound driving the Honda CRV on Gilbert Street when she attempted to make a left hand turn onto Bluff Street,' Webb said. 'The victim was driving his motorcycle north bound on Gilbert Street when the Honda CRV turned in front of him and he struck the vehicle. The driver of the Honda CRV remained on scene and was uninjured. After investigation of the incident, the driver of the Honda CRV was issued a traffic citation for failure to yield right of way.'
Yahoo
10-05-2025
- Yahoo
Two dead in apparent murder-suicide in Danville, police say
DANVILLE, Ill. (WCIA) — A man and a woman died in Danville Friday evening after an apparent murder-suicide, according to the city's police department. On May 9 at approximately 5:57 p.m., Danville Police responded to the area of the 200 block of Grace St. for the report of shots fired. On scene, officers located a 32-year-old Danville woman lying in the front yard of a residence with 'apparent gunshot wounds.' The victim was transported to local hospital where she was later pronounced deceased. Student shocks staff member with stun gun in Champaign school fight Following this, Danville officers began an initial investigation and spoke to witnesses who had heard the gunshots and then saw a man standing next to the victim while holding a handgun. The suspect then went inside of the residence and had not been seen since. Officers attempted to make contact with the suspect but were unable to do so. The Danville Police Emergency Response Unit (ERU) then responded to the scene and made entry into the residence. Once inside, ERU members found a 60-year-old Danville man who was deceased with an 'apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound.' One person hurt in Decatur shooting, police still investigating At this time, the identification of the deceased individuals is being withheld pending notifications by the Vermilion County Coroner's Office. Additionally, the Illinois State Police Crime Scene Unit and the Vermilion County Coroner's Office are assisting the Danville Police Department in this investigation. The investigation into this incident is ongoing and no further information is available at this time. The department is asking anyone who has information on this incident to call them at 217-431-2250 or Vermilion County Crime Stoppers at 217-446-TIPS. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
30-04-2025
- Yahoo
‘Angers our community': Officials speak out after 75-year-old woman shot in bedroom
DANVILLE, Ill. (WCIA) — Danville Police are investigating after 20 shots were fired into a home and a 75-year-old woman was getting ready for bed when she was hit. It happened on Moore Street near E Fairchild Street Monday night. READ MORE: Elderly woman shot in her bedroom; Danville Police looking for tips Danville police said it looks like she's going to be okay. Officers have talked with her since she's been in the hospital, and said there's a good chance she gets out soon. But, they're still baffled and frustrated about what happened. 'Because of the age of the victim, you know, it angers you. It angers everybody. And I think it really angers our community.' said Danville Police Deputy Chief Terry McCord. Danville Police said officers were responding to another call on the east side of Danville. 'And they actually heard the shots being fired,' McCord said. A WCIA reporter said you can see where some of the bullets flew through the window. McCord said they immediately went over to the scene and found the victim before the 911 call even came in. 'Very proud of them, you know, we consider our officers top notch,' McCord said. 'I think I'm sure every department does. But they're well-trained. They're very proactive. This is a department that has young officers that are that are invested in the community.' Officers found the victim in her bedroom, and she was taken to the hospital. Now, the focus turns to preventing future violence. Teenager arrested in Danville for having gun underage, police say 'We go to the schools and we do violence intervention programing with K-12 students that attend Project Success afterschool programs at District 118,' said Violence Prevention and Family Outreach Coordinator Jamie Nightlinger. And, helping heal those affected by it. 'We are also providing a support group once a month at the Danville Public Library,' Nightlinger said. 'We just have a support group — a safe space for people to share that have been affected by violence in the community and also to connect them with resources that they might need.' But as for this specific crime, police need the community's help. 'We've solved many cases because of information that the community has provided us, and I think that will really be a big part of this because right now we just don't have much to go on.' McCord added. Police said at this point, they don't have many leads — just a few shell casings found at the crime scene. They're asking anyone with information to call the department or Vermillion County Crimestoppers to deliver a tip. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
08-04-2025
- Politics
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Former Danville Superintendent's settlement agreement up for a vote
DANVILLE, Ill. (WCIA) — The Danville School Board may discuss a settlement agreement with former Superintendent Alicia Geddis at this week's meeting. A motion to consider the settlement agreement is on the agenda for the board's Wednesday meeting. In February, WCIA reported that Geddis was placed on paid administrative leave, and that John Hart, who was the Assistant Superintendent at the time, would assume the role of interim superintendent. Former Danville Police officer, Korean War vet dies at 92 WCIA also reported that the school board passed an unspecified settlement with Geddis that would see both parties part ways. After Geddis was placed on leave, WCIA talked to Board Counsel Stephanie Jones. Jones said the teacher retirement system requires the district to review the agreement and approve it before it's executed. This applies when the settlement falls within the employee's retirement age. The school board will meet at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday in a closed session. They are expected to begin the open meeting at 6:30 p.m. It'll take place at the Dr. David L. Fields Administrative Service Center. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
