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, […]
Champaign Fire and Police Encourage Fireworks Safety for Holiday Celebrations
As Independence Day approaches and our community begins to celebrate July 4th, the City of Champaign reminds residents and visitors that fireworks can be dangerous and to celebrate safely by leaving the fireworks to the experts. In 2021, fireworks sparked more than 12,260 fires and sent 11,500 people to hospital emergency rooms. Twenty-three percent of […]
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 […]
Arrests Made in Investigation into June 11, 2023, Fight, Stabbing
Two men have been arrested following an investigation into an early morning fight and stabbing on S. Neil Street. Champaign Police were dispatched at 1:26 a.m. on June 11, 2023, to the 100-block of S. Neil Street for a report of a shooting with injury. On scene, officers found a 21-year-old female victim from Champaign […]
Champaign Police Investigating Two Overnight Shooting Incidents
Champaign Police are seeking community assistance in the investigation of two shooting incidents that took place in the early hours of June 11, 2023. At this time, there is no evidence to indicate that there is any relationship between these incidents. Shooting/Stabbing Investigation – 100 Block of S. Neil Street Champaign Police were dispatched at […]
NSD Hosts Game Night at Hedge POP! Park
On Thursday June 9th, the Neighborhood Services Department hosted a Game Night event at Hedge POP! Park from 5-7pm. City staff from NSD, Champaign Police, and Equity and Engagement Departments were on hand to engage with Garden Hills youth at the park. These events are held each Thursday at a different park throughout the city. […]
Champaign Police Join Community for Coffee with a Cop
Champaign Police held their second Coffee with a Cop event of 2023 on June 6 at Starbucks on South Neil Street. Coffee with a Cop is a national program that creates a low barrier opportunity for police and community members to gather for conversation. Staff members spent two hours at Starbucks chatting, waving at cars […]
Champaign Police Seek Community Assistance in Investigating Bank Robbery
Champaign Police were dispatched at 1:46 p.m. on June 5, 2023, to the 1600 block of W. Springfield Avenue for a report of a Bank Robbery. Upon arrival, officers learned a suspect entered the bank, displayed a handgun, and demanded money. The suspect fled the bank with an undisclosed amount of currency. No injuries have […]