Arrest Made in December 9, 2024, Homicide Investigation
A Chicago man is in custody following an investigation into a December 2024 homicide in southwest Champaign. Champaign police were dispatched at 7:50 p.m. on December 9, 2024, to the 2400 block of W. Springfield Avenue for a report of a shooting with injuries. On-scene, officers located 21-year-old Heaven Hope with multiple life-threatening gunshot wounds. […]
Homicide Investigation – 2000 Block of Cynthia Drive
Champaign Police were dispatched at 12:34 a.m. on July 28, 2024, to the 2000 block of Cynthia Drive for a report of a shooting with injuries. Upon arrival, officers located multiple people suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. Champaign Police Officers and personnel from the Champaign Fire Department worked quickly to render immediate medical aid until […]
Homicide Investigation – 1100 Block of North Mattis Avenue
Champaign Police were dispatched at 1:54 a.m. on May 19, 2024, to the 1100 block of N. Mattis Avenue for a report of a shooting with injuries. Upon arrival, officers located a scene with evidence of gunfire but no witnesses who could say what had happened. A short time later, two victims arrived at an […]
Community Update: Man Dies After February 8, 2024, Shooting Incident
Champaign Police have been informed that the victim of a February 8 shooting incident has passed away due to his injuries at a local hospital. This investigation has been reclassified as a Homicide. Champaign Police were dispatched at 3:19 p.m. on February 8, 2024, to the 100 block of N. Market Street for a report […]