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NOTE - The date listed in the title is the date of the posting, not the crime.

Disclaimer: The information on this page was provided to Champaign County Crime Stoppers by local law enforcement. The information was valid at the time it was posted but may be subject to change without notice.

Armed Robbery at Circle K Gas Station
October 20, 2013

The Champaign Police Department is seeking information about an armed robbery that took place at the Circle K gas station, located at 2315 West Springfield Avenue in Champaign.  The robbery occurred on Tuesday, September 24th, at 2:12 a.m.  The suspect entered the store and was armed with a large knife.  He handed the clerk a bag and told him to “hurry up”.  The suspect fled the business on foot with the cash, and was last seen traveling westbound. 

The suspect was described as a black male, wearing a gray hooded Nike sweatshirt with the hood up over a dark colored ball cap, black pants and black shoes.  He also wore a red and white bandanna over his face.  If you know anything about this crime submit an anonymous tip via the link below.

Theft of Construction Materials at Mahomet School
October 12, 2013

This week, Crime Stoppers is seeking information regarding the theft of construction-related property at the new Mahomet Early Childhood Learning Center.

Overnight on October 1, 2013, unknown suspects entered the construction site of the new Mahomet Early Childhood Learning Center, located at 1301 S. Bulldog Lane (east end of Conway Farms Subdivision).  Several of the construction trailers were forcibly entered.  Some padlocks were cut and on other trailers the door hinges were cut. 

Construction tools and a large amount of construction materials, including copper wiring, were stolen.

The Mahomet Police Department is seeking any information you may have in regards to this crime.  If you have any information regarding who is responsible, please contact Crime Stoppers via the link below. 

Break In and Burglary at Phi Kappa Delta Fraternity
October 05, 2013

On Tuesday, September 10th, at approximately 1:00 a.m., a white male subject forced entry to the Phi Kappa Delta fraternity, located at 1106 S. Third St., Champaign.  Security camera footage clearly shows the subject walking around the main floor, as well as the upper floors of the house, and attempting to access various rooms.  When one resident awoke later that morning, he realized someone had entered his room while he was sleeping and stole items, including two fraternity paddles and cash from his wallet.  The subject also stole the fraternity’s flag from the wall on the main floor.

If you have any information regarding this burglary and/or the identity of the suspect, submit a tip via the link below.

Residential Burglary in Homer
September 29, 2013

The Champaign County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance regarding an incident involving residential burglary.  On Wednesday, August 21st, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:45 p.m., unknown suspect(s) forced their way into a residence located at 2799 County Road 1350 North in rural Homer, Illinois. During the course of the burglary, unknown suspect(s) stole a green colored gun safe, which contained the following items:

• 1 H&R 12 gauge slug master shotgun 
• 1 one-ounce silver coin with a distinctive logo
• 1 black colored Bushnell scope
• Approximately $200 United States currency
• 2 hunter safety cards

The total value of the stolen property is estimated at $700.  If you have any information regarding possible suspect(s), please contact Crime Stoppers via the link below.

Theft and Use of Credit Card
September 21, 2013

The Champaign Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance regarding an incident involving theft and deceptive practice. 

On Thursday, September 12th, at approximately 11:30 a.m., the victim’s wallet was stolen from her purse while she was at Panera Bread, located at 1903 Convenience Place, Champaign.  The victim’s credit card and her ID were later used at Best Buy on North Prospect Avenue to purchase two MacBook Pro laptop computers valued at approximately $6000.

According to surveillance video from Best Buy, the suspect is a white female, approximately 55 years of age.  She was wearing a floppy hat, sunglasses, and tan clothing.  If you have any information regarding the identity and/or location of the suspect, please use the link below to send an anonymous tip to Crime Stoppers. 

Theft from 21 Vehicles in Rantoul Impound Lot
September 15, 2013

On Sunday, September 1^st, between 5:00 a.m. and 6:30 a.m., subjects entered the vehicle impound yard at Joe’s Towing, located at 600 Liberty Avenue, Rantoul.  Once inside the impound yard, the subjects forcibly entered 21 vehicles.  The subjects stole radios and miscellaneous items from inside the vehicles.

If you have any information about this crime, submit it anonymously using the link below.

Theft and Robbery in Urbana
September 09, 2013

The Urbana Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance regarding the theft of a cell phone and a subsequent robbery.  On Saturday, August 3^rd, at approximately 12:30 a.m. (shortly after midnight), a cell phone was stolen from the Tin Roof Tavern, located at 604 North Cunningham Ave., Urbana.  The cell phone had inadvertently been left on the bar. 

A short time later, the stolen cell phone was used to call and place an order with a pizza delivery business, asking for the order to be delivered to the 300 block of East Kerr Ave., which is  located close to the tavern.  A male placed the original call, and a female then placed a follow-up call to verify the delivery time.  When the delivery driver arrived at the address on Kerr Avenue, he was accosted by three subjects.  They forced the delivery driver to the ground and stole cash, the food order, and the driver’s cell phone before fleeing in a white SUV. 

The suspects involved in the robbery were described as a black male with a heavy build and a short afro, accompanied by two additional black males of unspecified physical descriptions, both wearing dark clothing.

Surveillance photos from the The Tin Roof Tavern show two black male subjects, one matching the listed description of the first suspect in the robbery, inside the bar.  The photos show the two subjects taking the cell phone from the bar. 

If you have any information about this crime, please submit an anonymous web tip using the link below.

Burglary of Champaign Rural King
September 02, 2013

The Champaign Police Department is seeking assistance in solving a burglary at Rural King, located at 913 West Marketview Drive, Champaign.
At approximately 3:45 a.m. on Sunday, August 25th, two white male subjects forced entry into the Rural King store.  A rifle was forcibly removed from a gun case and was stolen.  Both offenders concealed their faces with masks.  One offender was wearing a multi-colored backpack and the second offender was carrying a dark colored bag with a red strap.

If you know anything that can help solve this crime, send us an anonymous tip via the link below.

Police Looking for Two Sexual Assault Suspects
August 27, 2013

Warrants have been issued for two Sexual Assault suspects - both with a $5 million bond.  Champaign Police believe that Adan CAMPOS-MARTINEZ and Pedro VALERIO-MENDEZ fled to Mexico shortly after the incident and are looking for any information about their whereabouts or the crime detailed below.

In the early morning hours of Sunday September 23, 2012, a 23 year old female,
Champaign County resident was taken from the dance floor of the Chester Street
bar by a male who was later identified as 23-year-old Alfredo CAMPOSALVAREZ, 25, of Urbana. Alfredo CAMPOS-ALVAREZ reportedly walked the female to a waiting vehicle occupied by 4 other males. Those males were ultimately identified as 25-year-old Alejandro CAMPOS-ALVAREZ of 25 Rowena, Urbana; 19-year-old Christian JAIMES-RODRIGUEZ of 37 Raintree, Champaign; 37-year-old Adan CAMPOS-MARTINEZ (Mexico) and 23-year-old Pedro VALERIO-MENDEZ (Mexico).

The victim reported that she last remembered being out with friends at a different
night club and that she awoke on the floor of a bedroom in a small ranch style
home where she was being sexually assaulted by a male. The victim was able to
get up and get dressed and walk out of the bedroom where she encountered four
other males. The victim indicated that she was able to convince two of the males
to take her to a friend’s apartment where they dropped her off. The victim then
reported the incident to police and was treated at a local hospital.

Over the course of the investigation Champaign Police developed leads that
allowed them to identify and apprehend Alfredo CAMPOS-ALVAREZ, Alejandro CAMPOS-ALVAREZ and Christian JAIMES-RODRIGUEZ on the morning of Friday August 23, 2013. They were arrested for Aggravated Criminal Sexual Assault. Warrants are also out for Adan CAMPOS-MARTINEZ and Pedro VALERIO-MENDEZ.  Police believe they fled to Mexico shortly after the incident.

If you have ANY information, submit an anonymous tip to Crime Stoppers at the link below.

Two Assault and Robberies Near Campus
August 24, 2013

On Saturday, August 17th at approximately 8:30 p.m., the victim was walking in Parking Lot B-21 on U of I campus when he was attacked from behind by three subjects who were riding bicycles.  One subject struck the victim in the head with a black handgun and held the victim at gunpoint, while a second subject searched his pockets.  After taking the victim’s I-card, all three rode away southbound on Goodwin Avenue.

Champaign Police Department took a similar report at approximately 9:30 p.m. that occurred at the intersection of First and Healey, Champaign.  The victim was kicked and punched by one of three subjects.  These subjects were also riding bicycles.

Suspect #1 in both incidents is described as a black male, approximately 6 feet tall, 20 – 25 years old, wearing a white crew neck t-shirt and shorts.  Suspects #2 and #3 were not described, but all three suspects were riding bicycles.

If you know anything about these crimes, contact Crime Stoppers anonymously at the link below.

Three Burglaries in Champaign
August 18, 2013

The Champaign County Sheriff’s Office is seeking assistance in solving three recent burglaries.

In the early morning hours of July 11th, the Clifford Jacobs Forging Company (located in the 2400 block of North Fifth Street, Champaign) was broken into.  Various tools valued at approximately $12,000 were removed from the property.  Bronze/brass castings valued at approximately $6000 were also taken from the property (see photo).

Between the dates of July 8th and July 12th, a cell tower located on South Mattis Avenue, Champaign, was broken into, and 600 feet of copper wire was taken off the property.  The loss was estimated at approximately $6,200.

An Ameren substation on East Olympian Road was broken into on July 30th, and copper wire valued at $900 was taken from the site.  There were also numerous tools valued at approximately $500 taken from the property.

It is believed that these three incidents are related.  If anyone has any information regarding these crimes, please contact Crime Stoppers via the link below.

Credit Card Stolen and Used in Champaign Thefts
August 11, 2013

The Champaign Police Department is seeking assistance in identifying a female suspect in a case involving theft and deceptive practice.

The victim reported her credit card was stolen on Wednesday, May 15th,  while she was working out at Refinery Gym, located at 2302 W. John Street, Champaign.  She left the credit card in her backpack in an unsecured locker while she was working out.  She later determined that the credit card had been stolen.  The credit card was later used on the same day to make numerous purchases at Thornton’s Gas, Dollar General, CVS Pharmacy, and Walgreens in Champaign.  The suspect is a white female with blonde or light brown hair.  The suspect vehicle is a dark colored 4-door 2000’s model Buick. 

If you have any information regarding the suspect’s identity and/or where she may be located, please contact Crime Stoppers at the link below.   

Glass Bottle Thrown From Balcony Injures Woman
August 03, 2013

The Champaign Police Department is seeking information about a Reckless Conduct incident that occurred on Thursday, July 11th, at 309 Green Apartments, located at 309 East Green Street, Champaign. 

At approximately 12:55 a.m., a 21 year old female was walking through the backyard at 310 East John Street, which is located on the south side of 309 Apartments.  An unknown male(s) yelled from above and then threw a glass bottle from one of the balconies at 309 Apartments.  The glass bottle struck the female on the head.  The female was transported to Presence Hospital for treatment for the serious injuries she sustained as a result of being struck by the bottle. 

The female’s family is offering an additional $500.00 reward, in addition to the cash reward paid by Crime Stoppers, for information leading to an arrest.

If you have any information regarding this crime or the identity and/or location of the suspect(s), please contact Crime Stoppers via the link below.

Armed Robbery of Fraternal Order of Eagles in Champaign
July 27, 2013

The Champaign Police Department is seeking information about an armed robbery that occurred on Monday, July 15th, at the Fraternal Order of Eagles, located at 605 Edgebrook Drive, Champaign. 

An employee advised that at approximately 8:30 p.m., a black male entered the bar area of the business.  He pointed a black semi-automatic handgun in the direction of the employee and demanded money.  He was then given an undetermined amount of cash.  He left the business via the front door.

The black male suspect was described as being in his late 20’s, approximately 5’6” tall and 160 pounds.  He was wearing a black and white baseball hat, black shirt, and black pants.

If you have any information regarding this robbery or the identity and/or location of the suspect, please contact Crime Stoppers via the link at the top of this web page.

Residential Burglary in Mahomet
July 22, 2013

The Mahomet Police Department is investigating a residential burglary that occurred in the 200 block of South Fox Run Drive.  The victims reported stolen a large amount of cash and a diamond ring.  The burglary occurred between June 16th and June 23rd.

If you have any information regarding who is responsible for this crime, please submit an anonymous webtip via the link at the top of this webpage.. 

Stolen Debit Card Used in Champaign
July 15, 2013

Crime Stoppers and the Champaign Police Department are seeking assistance in identifying two females making fraudulent purchases with a debit card reported stolen on May 18th. 

The two females were observed on surveillance video using the stolen debit card to purchase gas for two different vehicles at Thornton Gas, located at 101 S. Mattis Ave., Champaign.  One of the vehicles was a white Toyota Rav4, and the other was a white unknown make/model passenger car. 

They also made fraudulent purchases at CVS pharmacy (243 S. Mattis Ave.), McDonalds (501 N. Mattis Ave.), and Taco Bell (1910 W. Springfield), for a total of about $300.

The suspects are both black females in their early to mid twenties.  If you have any information regarding the identities and whereabouts of the suspects, contact Crime Stoppers via the link at the top of this page.

Counterfeit Money in Champaign-Urbana
July 07, 2013

The Champaign-Urbana area has seen a large increase recently in the amount of counterfeit U.S. currency  being presented to local merchants.  In the past, it was common to see smaller bills being bleached and reprinted into larger denominations.  In the past months, we have seen a large increase in the number of smaller denominations being printed, including $5’s, $10’s, $20’s, and $50’s; $100’s also continue to be produced.  The bills are printed on heavier parchment-quality paper, which gives them a more realistic feel.  These bills are used to pay for goods and services, and often for food delivery and at gas stations. 

Local merchants, as well as anyone that handles money on a regular basis, are encouraged to become familiar with the extensive security features that are present on the currency currently in circulation.  These security features are not present on the counterfeit bills.

A merchant’s eyes are the best tool to combat this growing problem.  Look at the money that you are receiving.  Look for the watermarks, the security stripe, and the color shifting ink.  If a merchant is not familiar with the security features, contact your local police department or the local office of the U.S. Secret Service for a brochure.  The “Counterfeit Detection Pens” are not a reliable tool and their use is not recommended. 

Four Shooting Incidents in Champaign
July 01, 2013

The Champaign Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in the investigation of four shooting incidents that occurred on Saturday, June 22nd and Sunday, June 23rd.

Saturday, June 22nd, 2:47 a.m., Queensway Drive and Campbell Drive: 
An unknown male emerged from some bushes and shot at a vehicle occupied by four subjects.  One of the subjects, a male, was shot.  He was taken to a local hospital, where he was treated and released.  The shooter was described as a black male, 6’ tall, medium build, with short hair, wearing a white shirt with a bright red or orange design, and bright red or orange shorts.  The suspect reportedly fired two guns during the incident. 

Saturday, June 22nd, 3:42 a.m., 1700 block of West John Street: 
A male victim reported that he had been shot in the leg.  He had already requested an ambulance and was subsequently treated at a local hospital for non-life threatening injuries.  The victim reported that he had been shot by a black male wearing a white t-shirt.  The victim later reported that three black males approached him and engaged in an argument with him. 

Saturday, June 22nd, 6:44 p.m., 2400 block of North Neil Street:
Officers responded to the 2400 block of North Neil Street after hearing shots fired.  While investigating the incident, a male gunshot victim arrived at a local hospital emergency room.  Preliminary information indicated that a female ran to a car when a handgun was pointed at her, and the male driver of the car was shot during the altercation.  This incident is not believed to be related to the other shooting incidents.

Sunday, June 23rd, 3:14 a.m., 300 block of East Green Street:
Officers responded to a shots fired call and spoke with witnesses who reported hearing multiple gunshots in the area.  They provided a description of the shooting suspect and vehicle.  Officers located the vehicle and made contact with the identified suspect, the driver, and a female passenger.  The suspect, Harvey Blakely, 27, of Champaign, was arrested for Unlawful Use of a Weapon and Aggravated Discharge of a Firearm.  The driver, Michael Gladney, 32, of Champaign, was arrested for Disobeying a Stop Sign and Fleeing and Eluding.  No one was injured during the incident, but at least one vehicle was damaged.  Evidence recovered from the scene suggests that there may have been more than one shooter involved.
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El Departamento de Policía de Champaign está buscando la ayuda del público en la investigación de cuatro tiroteos ocurridos el Sábado, 22 de junio y el domingo 23 de junio.

El Sábado, 22 de junio, 2:47 a.m., calle Queensway Drive y Campbell Drive:                                                           

Un hombre desconocido salió de unos arbustos y disparó contra un vehículo ocupado por cuatro sujetos. Uno de los sujetos, un hombre le dispararón. Fue llevado a un hospital local, donde fue atendido y dado de alta.

El pistolero fue descrito como un hombre de color negro,6`0 pies de altura, contextura mediana, cabello corto, vestía una camisa blanca con un diseño de color rojo o naranja brillante y pantalones cortos de color rojo o naranja. El sospechoso presuntamente disparó dos armas de fuego durante el incidente.

El Sábado, 22 de Junio, 3:42 a.m., cuadra 1700 de la calle West John:            

Una víctima masculino denunció que había recibido un disparo en la pierna. Él ya había pedido auxilio a la ambulancia y posteriormente fue tratado en un hospital local por lesiones que no amenazaban con su vida.

La víctima denunció que había sido baleado por un hombre de color negro que llevaba una camiseta blanca. La víctima informó más tarde que tres hombres de color negro se acercaron a él y comenzaron una discusión con él.

El Sábado, 22 de junio, 6:44 p.m., cuadra 2400 de la calle North Neil Street:          

Los agentes respondieron a una llamada en la cuadra 2400 de la calle de North Neil después de oír disparos. Mientras investigando el incidente, la víctima del tiroteo masculino llegó a la sala de emergencias de un hospital local. La información preliminar indica que una mujer corrió a un coche cuando fue apuntada por una arma y el conductor masculino del coche recibió un disparo durante el altercado. Este incidente no se cree que esté relacionado con los otros incidentes de disparos.

El Domingo, 23 de junio, 3:14 a.m., cuadra 300 de la calle East Green:           

Los oficiales respondieron a una llamada acerca de unos disparos y hablaron con los testigos que dijeron haber escuchado varios disparos en la zona. Nos dieron una descripción del sospechoso del tiroteo y el vehículo. Agentes localizaron el vehículo y contactaron al sospechoso identificado, el conductor y una pasajera. El sospechoso, Harvey Blakely, 27 años, de Champaign, fue arrestado por uso ilegal de un arma y liberación agravado de un arma de fuego. El conductor, Michael Gladney, 32 años, de Champaign, fue arrestado por desobedecer una señal de pare, huir y elusión. Nadie resultó herido durante el incidente, pero al menos un vehículo fue estropeado. La evidencia recolectada de la escena sugiere que puede haber habido más de un tirador en cuestión.

Multiple Armed Robberies in Urbana
June 23, 2013

The Urbana Police Department is seeking assistance with identifying a suspect involved in at least three armed robberies.  All of the robberies have taken place along North Cunningham Avenue and share a similarly described suspect. 

• Date: July 7, 2012, 10:55 p.m.
Location: Domino’s Pizza, 1108 North Cunningham Ave., Urbana
The suspects were described as two black males.  Suspect #1 had a small build and was wearing a gray hooded sweatshirt, black pants, and white gloves.  Suspect #2 was taller, with a heavier build, and was dressed in black.  Neither displayed a gun. 

• Date: May 19, 2013, 9:42 p.m.
Location: Dollar General, 1506 North Cunningham Ave., Urbana
The suspect was described as a black male, approximately 5’8” tall, skinny build, wearing a black cloth over his face, a camouflage hat and coat, black pants and shoes.  He was carrying a single strap courier-style bag, and displayed a silver over black semi-automatic handgun. 

• Date: June 4, 2013 12:10 a.m. (just after midnight)
Location: Steak ‘n Shake, 2009 North Kenyon Road (off North Cunningham Ave.), Urbana
The suspect was described as a black male, shorter than 5’9”, average build, wearing a black cap with lettering or a design in lime green, a black coat and black pants.  He was wearing white jersey-material gloves, and was carrying a single strap courier-style bag.  He displayed a silver and black handgun.  

Copper Theft from Rantoul Command Center Building
June 15, 2013

On November 1, 2012, at approximately 7:10 a.m., the Rantoul Police Department, along with the Rantoul Fire Department, were dispatched to the Rantoul Command Center Building (located at 801 Arends Boulevard) for the odor of natural gas.  On scene, members of the Rantoul Fire Department identified the presence of natural gas, along with flooding in the basement of the building.  Natural gas and water services were subsequently shut off to the building.

Upon further inspection of the property, forced entry was discovered to an exterior glass door of the building.  Approximately 100 feet of copper pipe was cut and removed from the basement area.  The natural gas and water leaks were the direct result of the copper pipe removal.  Three exterior air conditioning units were also damaged by the removal of copper.  Two air conditioning units were completely stripped of copper, while a third unit sustained only minor damage from copper removal. 

The Rantoul Command Center building was vacant at the time of the copper theft.  However, the building was under lease and in preparation to be utilized commercially.  The damage and repair cost to the building totaled more than $106,000.