Fatal Traffic Crash – 500 Block of N. Market Street
Champaign Police responded to the 500 block of N. Market Street at 6:03 p.m. on March 4, 2025, following a report of a vehicle vs. pedestrian traffic crash. On-scene, officers quickly located a 58-year-old man with severe injuries and began to administer medical aid with assistance from the Champaign Fire Department until he could be […]
Arrest Made in November 2024 Death Investigation
A Champaign woman has been arrested following an investigation into a November 2024 stabbing death. The Champaign Police Department was dispatched at 5:19 p.m. on November 16, 2024, to the 2000 Block of Cynthia Drive for a domestic disturbance. On-scene, they located 71-year-old W. B. Curry of Champaign in his home and non-responsive with a […]
Champaign Police Bolster Ranks, Address Unlawful Firearms in 2024
In 2024, the Champaign Police Department focused on hiring and officer training, along with continued proactive work to promote public safety in Champaign. Champaign Police hired 20 new personnel in 2024, including three civilians, 15 new hire officers, and two experienced officers. These hires include the largest and most diverse police academy class in the […]
Police Chief Appoints Gregory Manzana to Deputy Police Chief
Champaign Police Chief Timothy T. Tyler is pleased to announce the appointment of a long-serving member of the Champaign Police Department to serve as Deputy Chief of Police. “The Champaign Police Department has a history of leadership in our region and across our profession,” said Tyler. “Today, I am proud to continue that legacy through […]
Homicide Investigation – 1900 Block of Cynthia Drive
Champaign Police were dispatched at 3:59 p.m. on January 9, 2025, to the 1900 block of Cynthia Drive for a report of a Shooting with Injuries. On-scene, officers quickly located an 18-year-old Champaign man with life-threatening gunshot wounds. With the assistance of Champaign County Sheriff’s Deputies, officers immediately began to administer medical aid until the […]
Champaign Police Deputy Chief Geoff Coon to Retire
Champaign Police Deputy Chief Geoff Coon has announced his retirement following more than 26 years of service to the City of Champaign. Coon, a 1998 graduate of the University of Illinois, will mark his last day with CPD on Friday, January 10, 2025. “Geoff Coon is an exceptional officer, reflecting the highest standard of law […]
Shooting Investigation – 500 Block of Edgebrook Drive
Champaign Police were dispatched at 6:34 a.m. on December 24, 2024, to the 500 block of Edgebrook Drive for a report of a man lying on the ground outside of a residence. On-scene, officers located an 18-year-old Champaign man and called for medical personnel to treat him for what were initially perceived to be minor […]
Homicide Investigation – 2400 Block of W. Springfield Avenue
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 a 21-year-old female with multiple life-threatening gunshot wounds. Officers immediately rendered medical aid with assistance from the Champaign Fire Department until the victim could be […]
New Episode of The Mayor Feinen Podcast Focuses on CPD Reaccreditation
In the newest installment of her podcast, Mayor Feinen sits down with ILEAP Director/Chief, Jeff Hamer, and CPD’s Lt. Greg Manzana, to discuss the Champaign Police Department’s recent reaccreditation as a Tier 2 department, the highest standard of excellence. In this episode, they talk about: what Tier 2 accreditation means for the Champaign community, how […]
Death Investigation – 2000 Block of Cynthia Drive
The Champaign Police Department was dispatched at 5:19 p.m. on November 16, 2024, to the 2000 Block of Cynthia Drive for a domestic disturbance. On-scene, they located a 71-year-old Champaign man in his home who was non-responsive with a potentially life-threatening stab wound. Officers and personnel with the Champaign Fire Department immediately began administering lifesaving […]