Crime of the Week

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Burglary in Urbana - Posted 11/27/2023
November 27, 2023

This week Champaign County Crime Stoppers is seeking assistance from the public regarding a burglary.

On October 25, 2023, just before midnight, Urbana police officers responded to Exotic’s Smoke at 1813 S. Philo Rd. for an audible alarm. Upon arrival, officers discovered broken glass to the front of the business. Officers discovered a brick had been thrown through the window of the smoke shop. Officers reviewed surveillance video and learned the suspect was a black male wearing a black Nike hooded sweatshirt, black sweatpants, black Croc style sandals and a Halloween-type mask. In the video, the suspect is seen looking around for a few moments and then throwing the brick through the window. An audible alarm sounds and the suspect fled on foot to the north.

Shooting Investigation in Rantoul - Posted 11/20/23
November 20, 2023

Champaign County Crime Stoppers is seeking assistance from the public regarding a shooting investigation. On April 20, 2023, at approximately 10:40 p.m., officers were dispatched to the 1000 block of St. Andrews Circle, Rantoul for multiple reports of shots being fired. When officers arrived, they located two shooting victims, an 18-year-old female with non-life-threatening injuries, and a second victim, 17-year-old Preston Sullivan with serious injuries. Sullivan was transported to an area hospital where he was later pronounced deceased from his injuries. Officers processed the scene, collecting multiple shell casings and other items of evidence.

2014 Homicide in Champaign - Posted 11-13-23
November 13, 2023

This week Champaign County Crime Stoppers is seeking assistance from the public regarding a homicide. On November 17, 2014, at approximately 10:00 p.m., Damian Henderson was believed to be shot and killed in the 0-100 block of Forsythia Drive in Champaign. The following morning, November 18, 2014, at 8:13 a.m., officers were dispatched to this location for a check welfare where Henderson was found unresponsive in a vehicle with an apparent gunshot wound.

Investigators have followed multiple leads over the past several years and are continuing to seek the public’s assistance with locating any additional information related to the individual(s) involved in this incident.

Use of stolen debit cards - Posted 11/06 / 2023
November 06, 2023

Local police departments are investigating several reports from the U of I Community Credit Union of customer’s accounts being compromised, and funds accessed. Each victim remained in possession of their respective UICCU debit/credit cards. The accounts were accessed through ATMs located primarily in CVS drugstores in Mahomet, Champaign, Savoy, Urbana, and Rantoul.

Police seek the public’s assistance in identifying the suspect captured on video after one of the thefts. The suspect appeared to be a white male with a goatee, approximately 30-40 years old. He was last seen wearing a blue adidas ballcap, blue jacket, khaki pants, and dark shoes.

If you have any information regarding this or any crime in Champaign County, please contact Crime Stoppers at 217-373-TIPS, 373tips.com, or via the P3 Tips mobile app.

Retail Theft in Champaign - Posted 10/23/23
October 23, 2023

Champaign County Crime Stoppers is seeking assistance from the public regarding a retail theft.

On October 2, 2023, at approximately 7:38 p.m., three females entered Kohl’s at 109 Convenience Center Road in Champaign. The females split up briefly then two of them met up and relocated to the jewelry department. One female had keys and unlocked a fine jewelry display case, and the females loaded numerous jewelry items into a purse. The two females then moved to the fragrance department, unlocked a drawer, and stole several bottles of perfume/cologne. The two females exited the store then reentered and proceeded to the jewelry department where they met up with the third female. They again unlocked a jewelry display case, and the three females stole several more items. The trio fled in a silver sedan with merchandise valued at $24,053.00.

Police seek the public’s assistance in identifying the suspects captured on video. The suspects were described as black females between 35-40 years old. The first female was last seen wearing a white shirt and black shorts. The second female had long black/blonde braided hair and was wearing a navy blue floral scrub top and navy blue pants. The third female was wearing a white ballcap, black facemask, pink shirt, and white shorts.

Aggravated Battery in Urbana - Posted 10-16-23
October 16, 2023

This week Champaign County Crime Stoppers is seeking assistance from the public regarding an aggravated battery. On September 3rd at 11:05 a.m., police officers responded to the Crystal Lake Park Family Aquatic Center in Urbana for an aggravated battery report. Responding officers learned the suspect became agitated when she was not allowed to bring an outside beverage into the facility. The suspect made threatening comments and used inappropriate language in the presence of other patrons of the swimming facility. Based on the suspect's behavior, she was asked to leave the property. After being asked to leave, the suspect pushed an employee, threw her stainless-steel cup in the employees' direction, and threatened to fight the same employee. There were several witnesses to this incident and based on conversations heard prior to the battery, they

believed the suspect was possibly from the Tuscola area. The suspect was described as a white female approximately 27-35 years old, light brown hair, 5'06-5'08 and 165-190 lbs. The suspect was wearing a black swimsuit cover, black sandals, and large framed sunglasses with clear stones. She was seen leaving the property in a bronze SUV, possibly a GMC Acadia or Buick Enclave.

Armed Home Invasion in Rantoul - Posted 10/09/2023
October 09, 2023

On October 2, 2023, at approximately 10:45 p.m., officers responded to the 100 block of North Chanute Street in Rantoul for a reported armed home invasion. The victims reported two, unknown race males had entered the residence armed with handguns. One suspect was reported to have watched over the occupants while the second suspect rummaged through the residence. One victim received a laceration to the head from being struck by a suspect.

Both suspects were described as males wearing facemasks, gloves, and black pants. One suspect was described as wearing a black shirt, the other wearing a black vest, and one spoke Spanish and one spoke English. The suspects fled with US Currency, jewelry, and various items of personal property.

If you have any information regarding this or any crime in Champaign County, please contact Crime Stoppers at 217-373-TIPS, 373tips.com, or via the P3 Tips mobile app

Shooting Investigation in Champaign - Posted 10/02/2023
October 02, 2023

On September 24, 2023, at approximately 2:24 a.m., Champaign Police responded to the 200 block of North Neil Street for a report of a shooting with injuries. Upon arrival, officers located an 18-year-old female and 25- year-old male, both from Texas, with non-life-threatening gunshot wounds. Both were transported by ambulance to a local hospital. A third gunshot victim with non-life-threatening injuries, a 25-year-old male from Indiana, arrived at the hospital a short time later by personal vehicle. All three victims continue to recover from their injuries.

Police are asking any resident or business in the nearby area with exterior surveillance cameras and/or persons with cell phone video to review the footage for any suspicious persons or vehicles captured in the area around the time of the incident. It is believed video footage may be of investigative assistance.

Retail Theft in Champaign - Posted 9/25/23
September 25, 2023

Champaign County Crime Stoppers is seeking assistance from the public regarding a retail theft. On September 12, 2023, at approximately 5:35 p.m., a male entered Target, located at 2102 North Prospect Avenue in Champaign. The subject selected numerous items and proceeded to the exit making no attempt to pay for the merchandise. The suspect was reported to be a repeat offender at both the Champaign and Campustown Target locations. The total loss for both locations is over $1000.00.

Police seek the public’s assistance in identifying the suspect captured on video. The suspect was described as a white male, 35-44 years old. He had long brown hair pulled into a ponytail and tattoos on his arms and legs. The suspect fled the area in a blue sedan.

Burglary in Champaign - Posted 9/18/23
September 18, 2023

This week Crime Stoppers is seeking information concerning a burglary. On July 2, 2023, at 11:53 p.m., a female came into the University of Illinois Veterinary Medicine Small Animal Clinic with an injured animal. The female left the building and returned moments later with a large bag. The female was then observed on camera stealing a donation box for the clinic that contained cash donations. The female placed the donation box in her bag and left the clinic. Police seek the public’s assistance in identifying the suspect, who was described as a black female, heavy build, with long black hair (possibly fake), a nose ring, and a tattoo on her left arm

Shooting in Champaign - Posted 09/11/23
September 11, 2023

This week Champaign County Crime Stoppers is seeking assistance from the public regarding a shooting.

On September 3, 2023, at approximately 12:07 a.m., police responded to the 1200 block of Providence Circle in Champaign for a report of shots fired. Upon arrival, officers learned two masked subjects drove up in a white or beige SUV and the passenger discharged a firearm. Several shell casings were located, and five vehicles were damaged by gunfire.

Police seek the public’s assistance in identifying the vehicle and subjects involved in the shooting. The suspects were both described as black males. The first male was described as wearing a ballcap and mask, and the second wearing a full-face mask.

Police are asking anyone in the nearby area with exterior surveillance cameras and/or persons with cell phone video to review the footage for any suspicious persons or vehicles captured in the area around the time of the incident. It is believed video footage may be of investigative assistance.

Deceptive Practice- Posted 9/5/2023
September 05, 2023

This week Champaign County Crime Stoppers is seeking assistance from the public regarding a deceptive practice.

On August 24, 2023, police responded to the Walgreens at 302 East University Avenue in Urbana for a deceptive practice report that occurred the previous evening. Responding officers learned the suspect entered Walgreens on August 23, 2023, at approximately 7:14 p.m., to make a paper money deposit into a Cash App account. The suspect handed five $100 bills to the cashier assisting with the transaction. The store later learned the bills were counterfeit.

Police seek the public’s assistance in identifying the suspect captured on surveillance video. The suspect was described as a light-skinned black male with a medium build and short hair. He wore a multi-colored hooded jacket, blue jeans, and white tennis shoes. The male drove from Walgreens in a gray four-door sedan with black wheels.

Retail Theft - Posted 8/28/23
August 28, 2023

Champaign County Crime Stoppers is seeking assistance from the public regarding a retail theft.

On April 24, 2023, at approximately 5:56 p.m., three subjects entered Old Navy in Market Place Shopping Center at 2000 North Neil Street in Champaign. The suspects selected numerous clothing items and stacked them in a staging area at the back of the store. One suspect then distracted an employee while the other two concealed the items on their persons and in a stolen bag. The trio left the store with over $800.00 in stolen merchandise.

Police seek the public’s assistance in identifying the suspects captured on video. The suspects were described as two black females and one black male. One female was seen wearing a pink sherpa-type jacket and blue shorts. The second female was wearing a silver puffer coat and black pants. The male was wearing a blue denim jacket, white shirt, and black pants. They fled the area in a grayish green SUV.

Credit Card Fraud in Champaign - Posted 8/21/23
August 21, 2023

This week Crime Stoppers is seeking assistance from the public regarding a credit card fraud.

On June 7 & 8, 2023,, an unknown male made numerous fraudulent ATM transactions at two Champaign Chase Bank locations. The suspect made forty-four transactions between the 301 S Mattis Ave. and 201 W University Ave. locations. The suspect made an additional transaction at the Champaign Meijer Gas Station. In total, the suspect stole more than $7,400.

Per surveillance video, the suspect appears to be a black male with a full beard. He is approximately 25-40 years old with a medium build.

Theft in Champaign - Posted 8-14-23
August 14, 2023

This week Champaign County Crime Stoppers and the Champaign Police Department are seeking the public's assistance in identifying the suspect in a theft which occurred on July 9, 2023 in the 600 block of North Neil Street.

The suspect appeared to be a black male with short hair. He was last seen wearing a pink/white/gray striped long-sleeve shirt, black pants, and light-colored shoes. He was carrying an orange/black backpack and riding a black and red bicycle.

Theft and Credit Card Fraud- Posted 8/7/2023
August 07, 2023

On June 23, 2023, at approximately 12:00 p.m., a male suspect entered an office at the Activities and Recreational Center, located at 201 East Peabody Drive in Champaign, and stole a wallet and its contents. The suspect fled in a gray or silver Buick sedan with tinted windows and a sunroof. Soon after at approximately 1:50 p.m., the suspect attempted to purchase items with the victim’s stolen credit card at Best Buy in Champaign.

Police seek the public’s assistance in identifying the suspect captured on video. The suspect appeared to be a dark-skinned black male approximately 30-40 years old, 5’11” to 6’3” tall, and weighing 175 to 200 lbs. He was last seen wearing a black Chicago White Sox pinstripe cap, black t-shirt, distressed bleach-washed blue jeans, and white gym shoes.

Urbana Township Shooting - Posted 7/31/23
July 31, 2023

Champaign County Crime Stoppers is seeking assistance from the public regarding a shooting incident.

On July 17, 2023, at approximately 9:46 p.m., deputies from the Champaign County Sheriff's Office were dispatched to the Loral Mobile Home Park in Urbana Township for a report of shots fired. Upon arrival, deputies learned two unknown subjects exited a dark colored SUV in the 100 block of Fern Street and discharged firearms towards the backside of a residence in the 400 block of Beeson Drive. The suspects then fled the area in the same vehicle. Damage to at least one residence was reported and shell casings were recovered from the scene.

Deputies seek the public’s assistance in identifying the vehicle used in the shooting as well as the two subjects captured on video. The first subject appears to be an unknown race male, last seen wearing light colored, possibly white or gray, pants and sweatshirt with the hood up. The second subject appears to be an unknown race male, last seen wearing all black clothing.

Residential Burglary in Champaign - Posted 07/24/23
July 24, 2023

This week Champaign County Crime Stoppers is seeking assistance from the public regarding a residential burglary.

On July 3, 2023, police officers responded to the 600 block of West Elm Street in Urbana, for a residential burglary report. Responding officers learned the suspect(s) entered the house and took property belonging to the residents. On July 10, 2023, a male subject attempted to pawn some of the stolen property. The pawn shop declined to purchase the property when the suspect presented a false identification card.

Police seek the public’s assistance in identifying the suspect captured on video. The male attempting to pawn the stolen property was described as a black male, medium build with long dreadlocks. He wore a black shirt with white Adidas print on the front.

Burglary in Champaign - Posted 07/17/2023
July 17, 2023

On June 11, 2023, at approximately 3:44 a.m., a male subject entered an unsecured door at Soma Ultralounge located at 320 North Neil Street in Champaign. Once inside, the subject pried open two cash registers damaging the machines. The male stole multiple items and fled with an undisclosed amount of money. Hours later, at approximately 8:21 a.m., the male returned with a second male, and they stole over $4,000.00 worth of alcohol.

Police seek the public’s assistance in identifying the suspects captured on video. The first suspect was described as a black male with shoulder-length dread-style hair and a full beard. He was last seen wearing a hat, t-shirt, and sweatpants, and he returned wearing a black Illinois sweatshirt and camouflage shorts. The second suspect was described as a black male, approximately 50 years old with a shaved head, glasses, and a full gray beard. He had a sleeve tattoo on his left arm and was wearing a black t-shirt and shorts.

Theft and Credit Card Fraud - Posted 07/02/23
July 02, 2023

This week Champaign County Crime Stoppers is seeking assistance from the public regarding a theft and credit card fraud.

On June 21, 2023, at approximately 10:50 a.m., an unknown subject(s) stole a wallet from a purse while the victim shopped at Meijer, located at 2401 North Prospect Avenue in Champaign. Within minutes two subjects used the victim’s credit cards to purchase large amounts of gift cards from Sam’s Club. The subjects left with an undisclosed amount of gift cards.

Police seek the public’s assistance in identifying two subjects captured on video. The first subject appeared to be a white male, last seen wearing a black ballcap, black Jordan t-shirt, light-colored jeans, and carrying a black backpack. The second subject appeared to be a white female with long dark hair, glasses, and was wearing a white pinstriped long-sleeved shirt.

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Crime of the Week

Burglary in Urbana - Posted 11/27/2023November 27, 2023

Shooting Investigation in Rantoul - Posted 11/20/23November 20, 2023

2014 Homicide in Champaign - Posted 11-13-23November 13, 2023

Use of stolen debit cards - Posted 11/06 / 2023November 06, 2023

Retail Theft in Champaign - Posted 10/23/23October 23, 2023

Aggravated Battery in Urbana - Posted 10-16-23October 16, 2023

Armed Home Invasion in Rantoul - Posted 10/09/2023October 09, 2023

Shooting Investigation in Champaign - Posted 10/02/2023October 02, 2023

Retail Theft in Champaign - Posted 9/25/23September 25, 2023

Burglary in Champaign - Posted 9/18/23September 18, 2023

Shooting in Champaign - Posted 09/11/23September 11, 2023

Deceptive Practice- Posted 9/5/2023September 05, 2023

Retail Theft - Posted 8/28/23August 28, 2023

Credit Card Fraud in Champaign - Posted 8/21/23August 21, 2023

Theft in Champaign - Posted 8-14-23August 14, 2023

Theft and Credit Card Fraud- Posted 8/7/2023August 07, 2023

Urbana Township Shooting - Posted 7/31/23July 31, 2023

Residential Burglary in Champaign - Posted 07/24/23July 24, 2023

Burglary in Champaign - Posted 07/17/2023July 17, 2023

Theft and Credit Card Fraud - Posted 07/02/23July 02, 2023