Local Law Enforcement Agencies Discontinue Prescription Drug Collection Box Program
The Champaign, Urbana and University of Illinois Police Departments have discontinued their prescription drug collection box program. The prescription drug boxes located in the lobby of each respective department have been removed and prescription medication for disposal will no longer be accepted by the agencies. The departments elected to discontinue the prescription drug box program […]
Accidental Discharge of a Firearm – 600 block of South Crescent Drive
To address misinformation currently circulating through social media, the Champaign Police Department is releasing information in relation to a tragic, accidental discharge of a firearm by a minor that occurred on Friday, April 23. On April 23, 2021, at approximately 9:10 a.m., Champaign Police responded to a private residence in the 600 block of […]
Shooting Investigation – 1400 block of South Mattis Avenue
On April 19, 2021, at approximately 12:17 a.m., Champaign Police responded to the 1400 block of South Mattis Avenue for the report of shots fired. On scene, officers located a residence that was struck 14 times by gunfire and quickly learned a 14-year-old female who was inside was suffering from a serious but non-life-threatening gunshot […]
Champaign Police Investigating Afternoon Shots Fired Incident, Two Arrests Made
On April 18, 2021, at approximately 12:42 p.m., Champaign Police responded to the 3300 block of Fields South Drive after receiving multiple reports of gunfire. Upon arrival, officers located a crime scene including 11 shell casings in the Health Alliance parking lot in the 3500 block of Fields South Drive. No injuries were reported as […]
Arrest Made in March 20, 2021, Shots Fired Investigation
On March 20, 2021, at approximately 12:21 p.m., Champaign Police responded to the 1400 block of Holl Hill Drive for reports of shots fired. Upon arrival, officers located a spent shell casing in the backyard of a private residence. There was no damage to property and no injuries were reported to police. Information obtained in […]
Homicide Investigation – 0-20 Block of East Vine Street
On April 10, 2021, at approximately 11:56 p.m., Champaign Police responded to the area of Neil and Vine Street for reports of shots fired. A short time later, at approximately 12:02 a.m. on April 11, METCAD 9-1-1 notified police that a 30-year-old male arrived by personal transport at a local hospital with life-threatening gunshot wounds. […]
Fatal Car Accident – Mattis and Bradley Avenue
On April 10, 2021, at approximately 5:52 a.m., Champaign Police responded to the intersection of Mattis and Bradley Avenue for reports of a two-vehicle accident. Upon arrival, officers discovered two seriously damaged vehicles, a Lincoln SUV and a Toyota SUV, that created a significant debris field. The occupants of the Lincoln, a 44-year-old male and […]
Shooting Investigation – 1900 Block of Southwood Drive
On April 10, 2021, at approximately 2:23 a.m., Champaign Police responded to the 1900 block of Southwood Drive for the report of a shooting. Officers arrived on scene and discovered a 16-year-old male with a non-life-threatening gunshot wound to his left leg. Officers rendered aid and the victim was transported to a local hospital for […]
Champaign Police Provides Community Update on Gun Violence
Champaign Police Provides Community Update on Gun Violence Consistent with crime trends nationwide, incidents of gun violence in the city of Champaign have increased in 2021, and police are reminding the community of important violence prevention measures and programs that are available for assistance. A shots fired incident is defined as any time police find […]
Apply Now to Serve! Applications Open for Entry-Level Police Recruitment
The City of Champaign is now accepting applications for entry-level police officer testing. The deadline to apply is June 17, 2021, by 4 p.m. CST. For more information and to apply, prospective applicants should visit the National Testing Network website. The Champaign Police Department seeks diverse, committed individuals dedicated to providing the highest quality of […]