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Yahoo
6 hours ago
- General
- Yahoo
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 hours ago
- General
- Yahoo
Danville man arrested for aggravated discharge of a firearm
DANVILLE, Ill. (WCIA) — A Danville man was arrested overnight after he was accused of shooting toward two people. Just after midnight, officers were dispatched to the 1500 block of E. Fairchild St. for the report of an armed person, the Danville Police Department said in a release Tuesday morning. Dispatch informed the officers that a man fired a shot toward the caller. Coroner ID's Forsyth couple found dead on Monday When officers arrived, they talked with two victims who described the man and said he fired a handgun toward them. Officers were able to locate the man in a residence within the area, who they identified as 28-year-old Melvin Alexander. They later recovered a firearm belonging to him. Alexander was arrested and taken to the Public Safety Building and then booked in the Vermilion County Jail on charges of Aggravated Discharge of a Firearm. The Danville Police Department asks that anyone with relevant information contacts them at 217-431-2250, or submits an anonymous tip with Vermilion County Crime Stoppers at 217-446-TIPS (8477), online at or through their mobile app, P3TIPS. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Mint
2 days ago
- Mint
Shootings in Virginia, California, and North Carolina leave 3 dead, over 15 injured
A deadly weekend of gun violence across three U.S. states left at least three people dead and over 15 injured. In Danville, Virginia, a gunfight at an outdoor gathering killed one and wounded four. In Baldwin Park, California, a police officer was fatally shot in an ambush, while another officer and a civilian were wounded. Meanwhile, in Hickory, North Carolina, a house party turned violent as more than 80 shots were fired, killing one and injuring 11. Investigations are underway in all three incidents. At least five people were shot early Sunday during a gunfight between two groups at a large outdoor gathering in Danville, Virginia, police said. The incident occurred around 1:30 a.m. on private property near the North Carolina border, according to the Danville Police Department. Upon arrival, officers found a man suffering from a gunshot wound to the upper body inside a Chrysler sedan parked in the middle of the roadway. The man was identified as 22-year-old Jay'Shaun Tiejae White of Hurt, Virginia, and was pronounced dead at the scene. Another man believed to be the driver of the Chrysler was found nearby with gunshot injuries and was transported to SOVAH Health hospital. Three other victims, including two adult men and a 19-year-old woman, later arrived at the hospital for treatment. 'The initial investigation into this incident revealed that there was a large outdoor gathering... and that gunshots were exchanged between the Chrysler and other individuals at the gathering,' the police statement said. No arrests have been made so far. Police urge anyone with information to contact detectives immediately. In Southern California, two police officers were shot—one fatally—after an ambush and gunfight with a suspect in Baldwin Park on Saturday night. The officers responded to reports of a man firing a rifle in a residential neighborhood at approximately 7:12 p.m. Pacific time, according to Los Angeles County Sheriff Robert G. Luna. 'As the officers arrived, the suspect opened fire on them without warning,' Sheriff Luna said during a midnight press conference. 'This was a double homicide.' The deceased officer, identified as Officer Samuel Riveros, was pronounced dead at Los Angeles General Medical Center. The surviving officer, Anthony Pimentel, was also treated at the hospital and is expected to recover. Baldwin Park Mayor Alejandra Avila expressed condolences, stating, 'Last night was a night of tragedy for our community... I ask that you embrace your officers and neighbors and show one another the best of Baldwin Park.' Following a gunfight involving SWAT, the suspect was wounded and taken into custody. Investigators also found a man dead from gunshot wounds on a sidewalk nearby, believed to be the suspect's earlier victim. Police Chief Robert Lopez praised the fallen officer: 'Our officer was an amazing man... It's extremely tragic. I ask for your prayers.' A violent shooting early Sunday morning at a house party in a quiet Hickory neighborhood left one person dead and 11 others injured, authorities said. The gunfire erupted around 12:45 a.m. at a home where an estimated 100 people were gathered, according to the Catawba County Sheriff's Office. Officials confirmed that more than 80 shots were fired and that there was more than one shooter involved. One victim remains in critical condition, while 10 others were hospitalized with serious injuries. No arrests have been made so far as the investigation continues. 'The normally peaceful residential area was shattered by this horrific event,' said Major Aaron Turk of the sheriff's office during a news conference. Eyewitnesses told local reporters that many attendees appeared to be local high school students. When the shooting started, people scattered, ducked for cover, and ran for safety. The North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation and the Hickory Police Department are leading the investigation with support from the FBI. The victims' names and ages have not been released.
Yahoo
28-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Third person arrested for illegal gun possession in Danville over weekend
DANVILLE, Ill. (WCIA) — A Danville teenager is facing multiple gun charges after police said they caught him with a gun over Memorial Day Weekend. It's the second instance of underage gun possession the Danville Police Department reported happened during the weekend. Department officials said on Facebook that the teen in this instance was arrested Friday night by officers of the Problem Oriented Policing Unit. In the area of Lape Street and Virginia Avenue, the officers tried to stop a subject on foot 'for the investigation of a crime,' but the teen tried to run away. After a short foot pursuit, the subject, who was 16 years old, was arrested and officers found a loaded gun during the pursuit and subsequent investigation. The teen was taken to the Vermilion County Public Safety Building and booked on the following charges: Aggravated unlawful use of a weapon — possession under the age of 21 Aggravated unlawful use of a weapon — no concealed carry permit Obstructing/resisting a peace officer RELATED: Two arrested for illegal gun possession in Danville The following day, Danville Police arrested two other people for possessing a gun under the age of 21, making for a total of three arrests over the weekend. Officials reminded that all arrestees are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Anyone who has further information about this crime is asked to contact either the Danville Police Department at 217-431-2250 or Vermilion County Crime Stoppers at 217-446-8477. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
24-05-2025
- Yahoo
Danville man arrested, charged with Aggravated Battery
Danville Police have arrested a 41-year-old man in connection with a stabbing in the 2100 block of East Main Street. Police were called to the area at 6:15 p.m. Thursday, May 22, with a report that a 47-year-old Danville man had been stabbed. The victim was airlifted from the scene to Carle Hospital in Urbana and is listed in stable condition. 'During the investigation, officers received valuable witness information and a description of the suspect,' Deputy Chief Terry McCord said. 'Danville Police Officers located 41-year-old Daniel Kist, of Danville, approximately nine blocks from the scene of the incident. Kist was arrested and taken to the Public Safety Building, where detectives questioned him.' Kist was booked and charged with Aggravated Battery with a Deadly Weapon. He is being held at the Vermilion County jail pending a pre-trial hearing. 'The Danville Police Department would like to thank the community and those who spoke up after seeing something. Information provided to officers on the scene was crucial in locating the suspect who fled,' McCord said. Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact the Danville Police Department by calling 217-431-2250, or contact Vermilion County Crimestoppers online at use the mobile app P3TIPS, or call 217-446-TIPS (8477) anonymously. The Danville Police Department reminds the public that all subjects arrested are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
