Shooting Investigation – 2100 block of West Springfield Avenue
On May 11, 2021, at approximately 6:47 p.m., Champaign Police responded to the 2100 block of West Springfield Avenue for multiple reports of gunfire. Upon arrival, police located a large crime scene and were soon informed a 19-year-old male arrived at a local hospital by personal transport with a serious gunshot wound to his leg. […]
Champaign Police Investigating Shooting
On September 9, 2019, at approximately 10:14 P.M., Champaign Police were called to the 1500 block of Holly Hill Drive after receiving a report of gunshots being heard. Upon arrival, police located evidence of gunfire and the preliminary investigation revealed that multiple rounds had been fired into a residence resulting in property damage. Although the […]
Police Investigate Shooting in the 400 Block of E. Vine Street
On Oct. 24, 2018, at approximately 10:02 p.m., Champaign Police responded to the 400 Block of E Vine St. after receiving reports of gunfire. Upon arrival, police discovered a 12-year-old female inside a private residence who had sustained a minor injury to her leg. She was treated at an area hospital. The preliminary investigation revealed […]
Enforcement to Reduce Celebratory Gunfire during 4th of July Holiday Season
Champaign Police Department to Enforce Reduction of Celebratory Gunfire during the July 4th Holiday Season What: Celebratory gunfire remains a problem in many cities, particularly during the July 4th holiday season, and sadly, it can often have tragic results when innocent people are hit by the bullets and injured or killed. The reality is that any bullet discharged […]