Champaign police looking for assault suspect

University and Champaign police have called for public information regarding a series of attacks on women in the area surrounding the university. The assaults took place last week on Healey Street, Goodwin Avenue, and inside the music building. The Illinois police are looking for help identifying the suspect in the attacks. If you or someone...

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March 18th, 2010

Police arrest Urbana man for stealing fuel from local farm

A 39-year old Urbana man was arrested for stealing fuel by deputies in Monument Square on Wednesday. The man allegedly stole approximately 130 gallons of fuel from a farm near Urbana-Moorefield road. Authorities have charged the man with criminal trespassing, theft, and possession of criminal tools. The Champaign criminal defense lawyer Thomas A. Bruno is...

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March 11th, 2010

Teenager’s death on highway ruled a suicide

A 16-year-old was killed last week while walking along a busy interstate. According to police reports the accident occurred on Interstate 380 near Urbana. The teenager was killed when he was hit by a car traveling north. Police later ruled the accident a suicide. If you have been involved in a car accident charged with...

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March 4th, 2010

Champaign police aim to crack down on St. Patrick’s day festivities

Champaign and University of Illinois police departments are preparing for the upcoming St. Patrick’s Day celebrations. According to a police statement, the police departments are coordinating with city officials to potentially cut down on disruptive behavior. The city will attempt to limit the partying by not allowing package liquor stores to open before 11 a.m....

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February 23rd, 2010

Champaign man arrested for attempted burglary Sunday

A Champaign man was arrested Sunday for residential burglary. According to police reports, the man borke into a Champaign home Monday. Police arrested the man later that day as he was driving away from the home. At this time, a preliminary hearing has been set for March. If you have been charged with residential burglary,...

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February 18th, 2010

Champaign man arrested in stolen car chase

Police arrested a Champaign man who allegedly was involved in a high-speed chase Saturday. According to police reports, the man was charged with possession of a stolen vehicle. The car was originally spotted in downtown Champaign, where police began their pursuit. The chase continued until police found the man trying to hide under a porch....

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February 11th, 2010

Why are many children sent to a juvenile court?

When children are arrested for crimes, they are often tried in a juvenile court. These courts and their accompanying prison system are designed differently than the U.S. traditional system of justice. Instead of focusing on punishment, juvenile systems try to educate children and give them a chance to rehabilitate. In some cases, the intake officer...

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February 4th, 2010

Four students arrested for Champaign textbook thefts

Four students have been arrested for allegedly stealing a number of textbooks. According to police reports, textbook thefts were first reported about a month ago. The thefts were occurring at bookstores near a Champaign community college. The fours students arrested, however, likely had a number of other accomplices. If you or anyone you know has...

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January 28th, 2010

Two men wanted for Champaign break-in

Two men allegedly broke into a Champaign home Sunday. According to police reports, police are looking for two men who tried to sneak into the home through the back door. The house was apparently under construction, although the home’s owner was there at the time of the break in. When she saw the men, she...

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January 21st, 2010

Woman’s purse stolen near campus

A woman was robbed near the University of Illinois campus Monday. According to police reports, the woman was walking near campus when two men began following her. Shortly later, one of the men grabbed the woman’s purse, and the two men ran away. The woman was not injured in the robbery. If you or anyone...

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