Arrest Made in June 24, 2023, Homicide Investigation
A Champaign man has been arrested following an investigation into a June 2023 homicide on Springfield Avenue. On June 24, 2023, Champaign Police were dispatched to the 2500 block of W. Springfield Avenue at 11:08 p.m. for a report of a Shooting with Injuries. On-scene, officers located 34-year-old Keith Marrissette from Champaign with a potentially […]
Homicide Investigation – 1700 Block of S. State Street
Champaign Police were dispatched at 7:39 p.m. on July 13, 2023, to the 1700 block of S. State Street for a report of a shooting with injuries. Upon arrival, officers found a 20-year-old male victim from Champaign with a potentially life-threatening injury from a gunshot wound and a 21-year-old female victim from Champaign with a […]
Fatal Traffic Crash – Intersection of Green and State Street
Champaign Police were dispatched at 11:01 p.m. on July 12, 2023, to the intersection of Green and State Street for a report of an Accident with Injuries. On-scene, officers found a single-vehicle rollover accident in the westbound lane. A 42-year-old man from Champaign was found unconscious inside the vehicle, having sustained multiple injuries in the […]
Champaign Police Department Launches Officer Recruitment Marketing Campaign
On July 13, 2023, the Champaign Police Department launched a new marketing campaign to recruit police officers. The department is launching a campaign to attract talented individuals who are committed to public service and making a positive impact in our community. The campaign can be viewed online at joinchampaignpd.com. The webpage serves as a centerpiece […]
Arrest Made in Fatal Traffic Collision from June 30, 2023
A Champaign man has been arrested following an investigation into a June 30, 2023, traffic incident near the intersection of N. Neil and Maple Street. Champaign Police were dispatched at 5:49 p.m. on June 30, 2023, to the intersection of Neil and Maple Street for a report of an Accident with Injuries. On-scene, officers found […]
Homicide Investigation – 2500 Block of West Springfield Avenue
Champaign Police were dispatched to the 2500 block of W. Springfield Avenue at 7:06 p.m. on July 3, 2023, for a report of a shooting with injuries. On-scene, officers located a 27-year-old Champaign man unresponsive inside an apartment from an apparent gunshot wound. Paramedics responded and the male was pronounced deceased on the scene. The […]
Fatal Traffic Collision – Intersection of Neil and Maple Street
Champaign Police were dispatched at 5:49 p.m. on June 30, 2023, to the intersection of Neil and Maple Street for a report of an Accident with Injuries. On-scene, officers found a 20-year-old Urbana man and his wrecked motorcycle near the roadway. The man had sustained multiple injuries in a crash, and officers with the Champaign […]
Homicide Investigation – 2500 Block of W. Springfield Avenue
Champaign Police were dispatched to the 2500 block of W. Springfield Avenue at 11:08 p.m. on June 24, 2023, for a report of a Shooting with Injuries. On-scene, officers located a 34-year-old man from Champaign with a potentially life-threatening gunshot wound and immediately rendered medical aid with assistance from the Champaign Fire Department. The victim […]
Champaign Police Announce Program to Combat Social Media Trend
Steering Wheel Lock Giveaway Set for June 24 Champaign Police are announcing an opportunity for residents to secure their vehicles against an ongoing social media trend. Through a partnership with Hyundai Motors, Champaign Police will provide free steering wheel locks to Hyundai and Kia vehicle owners. The locks will be provided on Saturday, June 24, […]
Arrest Made in Investigation into May 24, 2023, Shooting Investigation
A Champaign woman has been arrested following an investigation into a May 24 shooting incident on Providence Circle. Champaign Police were dispatched at 10:11 p.m. on May 24, 2023, to the 1200 Block of Providence Circle in Champaign for a report of a Shooting with Injuries. Upon arrival, officers located a 28-year-old male victim from […]