Crime of the Week
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Arson in the Village of Penfield - 1-4-21
January 04, 2021
On Sunday, December 20th, 2020 at approximately 2:35 a.m., Deputies responded to Main Street in the Village of Penfield for reports of multiple fires. Deputies learned unknown subject(s) started three separate fires.
One of the fires was set in a residential garage and fully engulfed the structure, which contained the resident’s vehicle, snow blower, kayaks, and other tools. The second fire was in a trash bin behind a community building, owned by a local church. The third fire was in a trash barrel inside of the U.S. Post Office, causing minor damage to the inside of the building.
Burglary and Criminal Damage to Property in the City of Champaign - 12-21-20
December 21, 2020
Between Friday, December 4, 2020, at 8:00 p.m. and Saturday, December 5, 2020, at 1:00 a.m., unknown person(s) forced entry into the leasing office for EEG Management, located at 1806 West William Street in Champaign. Upon entry, a company credit card, keys, packages, and numerous pieces of computer equipment were stolen. The credit card was later used at a Circle K gas station and at Piccadilly Liquors.
Surveillance video of the incident was obtained from the gas station. The suspect appears to be a black male wearing a black hooded jacket, light-colored face mask and black/white shoes.
Homicide in the City of Champaign - 12-7-20
December 07, 2020
On November 13, 2020, at approximately 3:22 p.m., Champaign Police responded to the 300 block of East Hill Street following the report of an individual believed to be deceased inside of a motor vehicle. Upon arrival, officers confirmed the report and located a 30-year-old male inside of a motor vehicle who had sustained a fatal gunshot wound.
Investigators are actively investigating all leads and seeking any information in relation to this case. Police are asking anyone in the involved neighborhood with surveillance cameras to review the footage for any suspicious persons or vehicles captured in the area either prior to or after the incident.
Armed Robbery in the City of Urbana - 11-30-20
November 30, 2020
On November 8, 2020, at approximately 1:52 AM, police officers were dispatched to Casey’s General Store, located at 2100 East University Avenue in Urbana, for an armed robbery. Investigators learned two males entered the store at approximately 1:48 AM. Upon entry, one of the males displayed a handgun, pointed it at an employee and ordered them to open the cash registers and fill a plastic bag with cash. The offenders took the bag of cash from the employee and fled on foot. Both offenders were seen running southeast from the store.
Additional surveillance footage from cameras in the area showed the offenders running east in the 2100 block of East University Avenue and then north on Dale Lane toward the Woodland Acres mobile home community.
The armed offender was described as a tall, thin black male, twenty to thirty years of age. He wore a black, white, and gray matching sweat suit and a black mask. He was armed with a black semi-automatic handgun. The other offender was described as an older black male wearing a black and white Adidas hooded sweatshirt, black pants and a blue facemask.
Aggravated Discharge of a Firearm in Rantoul - 11-23-20
November 23, 2020
Armed Robbery in the City of Champaign - 11-16-20
November 16, 2020
On November 7, 2020, at approximately 12:25 a.m., an unknown suspect entered the Circle K convenience store, located at 3602 North Mattis Avenue in Champaign, and approached the clerk. The suspect displayed a handgun and demanded the money from the cash drawer. The suspect fled the store in a silver SUV, possibly a Volvo, with an undisclosed amount of currency.
The suspect was described as a black male, approximately 5’08”, approximately 140 pounds, last seen wearing a blue hooded sweatshirt, dark colored jeans, and a black surgical mask.
Homicide in the City of Champaign - 11-9-20
November 09, 2020
On October 8, 2020, at approximately 2:06 a.m., police officers responded to the 3000 block of West William Street in Champaign for a shooting. Upon arrival, officers discovered an unresponsive 29-year-old male lying in the middle of the roadway, suffering from multiple life-threatening gunshot wounds. The victim was transported to a local hospital but succumbed to his injuries a short time later.
Investigators are actively investigating all leads and seeking any information in relation to this case. Police are asking anyone in the involved neighborhood with surveillance cameras to review the footage for any suspicious persons or vehicles captured in the area either prior to or after the incident.
Burglary and Criminal Damage of Property in the City of Champaign - 11-2-20
November 02, 2020
Debit Card Fraud in Champaign - Urbana - 10-26-20
October 26, 2020
Between Sunday, September 6, 2020 and Thursday, September 10, 2020, an unknown suspect made unauthorized purchases with the victim’s lost debit card. The suspect made numerous purchases at various stores within the Champaign-Urbana area totaling over $2,400.00.
Surveillance video captured the suspect using the debit card at one of the stores. The suspect appeared to be a black male with a thin build and long afro-textured hair. He was wearing a black mask, black shirt with an unknown graphic on the front, and black pants.
Shooting Investigation in the City of Urbana - 10-19-20
October 19, 2020
Aggravated Discharge of a Fire Arm in the Village of Rantoul - 10-12-20
October 12, 2020
Hit and Run Traffic Crash in the City of Champaign - 10-5-20
October 05, 2020
The suspect vehicle was described as a dark colored sedan, possibly a Toyota. The suspect vehicle should have front end damage. The driver was captured on video at the Conoco gas station prior to the traffic crash. The driver is described as a white male, thin build, crew cut hairstyle. He was wearing a blue t-shirt, khaki cargo shorts, dark socks, and Nike basketball shoes.
Attempted Burglary in the City of Champaign - 9-28-20
September 28, 2020
Between Wednesday, September 9, 2020, at 10:57 p.m. and Thursday, September 10, 2020, at 1:13 a.m., a male attempted to gain access to an ATM at Heartland Bank, located at 2101 West Springfield Avenue in Champaign, causing $500 damage to the machine. Surveillance video showed two males arrived at the bank in an older maroon sedan. The driver remained in the vehicle, as the passenger exited and attempted to pry open the ATM.
Both suspects appeared to be black males. The passenger had a short beard, medium length hair and a thin build. He was wearing a black hat with Chicago printed in white lettering, a dark shirt, dark pants, and a light- blue surgical mask. There was no clothing description for the driver. Investigators are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the subjects.
Retail Theft in the City of Champaign - 9-21-20
September 21, 2020
On September 12, 2020, at approximately 4:15 p.m., police officers responded to Walmart, located at 2610 North Prospect Avenue in Champaign, for a retail theft. Upon arrival, officers learned two males stole over $14,000 worth of electronics. One of the males posed as a vendor to gain access to an electronics storage
locker. The males filled a backpack with merchandise from the locker and then left in a white 2020 Volkswagen Arteon.
locker. The males filled a backpack with merchandise from the locker and then left in a white 2020 Volkswagen Arteon.
The suspects were both black males in their 20’s. One male was wearing a black polo shirt with blue jeans, and the other male was wearing a blue hooded sweatshirt and red sweatpants. Investigators are seeking the public’s
assistance with identifying the subjects who were captured on video.
assistance with identifying the subjects who were captured on video.
Murder in the City of Champaign - 9-14-20
September 14, 2020
On August 20, 2020, at approximately 1:51 a.m., police responded to the 400 block of East Hill Street in Champaign for the initial report of shots heard. Upon arrival, officers discovered three shooting victims outside of a private residence. A 20-year-old male suffered a gunshot graze wound to his back and a 42-year-old female was shot twice, once in the left leg and once in the lower back. They were transported to a local hospital and their injuries are not believed to be life-threatening. The third victim, a 34-year-old female, suffered a life- threatening gunshot wound and was rushed to a local hospital but succumbed to her injuries a short time later.
The preliminary investigation revealed the victims were outside of a private residence standing near a parked car when they were shot by unknown assailant(s) from an open area across the street.
Any resident or business in the nearby area with exterior surveillance camera systems is encouraged to contact the police department. It is believed video footage may be of investigative assistance.
Armed Robbery in the City of Urbana - 9-8-20
September 08, 2020
On Monday, August 24, 2020, at approximately 10:35 p.m., an unidentified male entered Lucky Star Food and Liquor, located at 2108 East University Avenue in Urbana. The suspect pointed a white plastic grocery bag at the clerk in a way
the clerk inferred he had a weapon. The suspect placed a black bag on the counter and ordered the clerk to empty the contents of the cash register into the bag. The clerk placed an undisclosed amount of money in the bag. The suspect fled the store after receiving the money.
the clerk inferred he had a weapon. The suspect placed a black bag on the counter and ordered the clerk to empty the contents of the cash register into the bag. The clerk placed an undisclosed amount of money in the bag. The suspect fled the store after receiving the money.
The suspect is described as an unknown race male, between 6’02” and 6’03” in height and weighed approximately 170 lbs. The suspect appeared to be wearing gray sweatpants, a black hooded sweatshirt, black gloves, and a black mask
which covered the suspect’s face. The mask had white markings on it near the nose/mouth area.
which covered the suspect’s face. The mask had white markings on it near the nose/mouth area.
Surveillance footage shows the suspect arrives on a small mountain bike from the east on University Avenue. Immediately following the armed robbery, the suspect is seen riding away east on University Avenue towards Smith Rd.
Criminal Trespassing in the City of Champaign - 8-31-20
August 31, 2020
On August 14, 2020, at approximately 6:06 p.m., surveillance video captured an unidentified male unlawfully entering One Main Plaza, 1 East Main Street, Champaign. The male roamed the building for more than 30 minutes before exiting.
The suspect is described as a white male, between 5'08" and 6'00" in height, average weight, and build. The male appeared to be wearing a white/green, short sleeved, plaid button-up shirt, black or gray pants, black or gray shoes with white soles, a wristwatch on his left wrist, a blue surgical facemask, a black or gray fedora style hat.
Homicide in the City of Champaign - 8-24-20
August 24, 2020
On August 15, 2020, at approximately 10:09 p.m., Champaign Police responded to the parking lot of a local business in the 1000 block of Bloomington Road for a reported shooting. Upon arrival, officers discovered a 23- year-old male suffering from a life-threatening gunshot wound. The victim was rushed to a local hospital but succumbed to his injuries a short time later.
The preliminary investigation reveals the victim was outside of a local business when vehicles approached, and several individuals got out of their cars. An argument then ensued, resulting in gunfire and the victim being mortally wounded. As a result of the gunfire, more than 40 shell casings were discovered at the crime scene, and property damage was also identified. Vehicles were observed fleeing the area following the incident.
Motor Vehicle Burglary and Unlawful use and Possession of a Credit Card - 8-17-20
August 17, 2020
McKinley Avenue in Champaign, and stole two purses. The purses contained miscellaneous personal items to include the victim’s credit cards. At approximately 2:28p.m., a suspect was captured on surveillance video
using the victim’s credit card at Walmart, located at 2610 North Prospect Avenue in Champaign.
Murder committed in the City of Urbana - 8-10-20
August 10, 2020
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