Homicide Investigation – 1500 Block of West Kirby Avenue
On September 30, 2021, at approximately 5:34 p.m., Champaign Police responded to the 1500 block of West Kirby Avenue for the report of a shooting with injuries. Upon arrival, officers located a 17-year-old male in the roadway suffering from a life-threatening gunshot wound to his torso. Responding officers rendered medical aid until the victim was […]
Barricaded Subject – 1900 Block of West Kirby Avenue
On Dec. 4, 2020, at approximately 5:32 p.m., Champaign Police responded to the 1900 block of West Kirby Avenue for the report of a potential hostage situation from an individual believed to be suffering from mental illness. Upon arrival, officers discovered an 18-year-old male with multiple felony warrants for his arrest barricaded inside of a […]
Champaign Police Investigating Shooting and Additional Reports of Overnight Gunfire
On Oct. 18, 2019, at approximately 8:26 p.m., Champaign Police learned a 32-year-old male victim arrived at a local hospital by personal vehicle with two gunshot wounds to his leg. The injuries are not believed to be life threatening. The preliminary investigation revealed the shooting occurred in the parking lot of a business in the […]