Crime Stoppers Seeks Tips in Best Buy Theft
Champaign County Crime Stoppers is asking the public for information about a September 20 theft of about $3,000 in merchandise from a Champaign Best Buy.
Champaign Crime News
Coverage of crime in Champaign focuses on investigations, the justice system, law enforcement activity and public safety. Reporting follows police department policies and the outcomes of criminal cases.
Violence
Live Poll
Should your city spend more public money on gun violence prevention programs?
Council to Weigh $1.07M for Gun Violence Programs
Seven Champaign organizations are recommended for the funding at a Tuesday, Nov. 10 council meeting.
Property Crime
Police Arrest Four Juveniles in Stolen Vehicle Case
A multi-agency search following a crash in Champaign led to four arrests and the recovery of three firearms.
Law Enforcement
Live Poll
Should your local police department invest in advanced 3D scanning technology for crime scene investigations?
Champaign Council Approved Federal Police Grant
The city will utilize $76,000 in federal grant funding to upgrade forensic technology for local investigations.
Accidents
Champaign Driver Charged After Crashing Into Power Poles
A 37-year-old man faces DUI and child endangerment charges after a vehicle collision in Champaign.
Crime — General
Live Poll
Do you trust local police and prosecutors to see violent crime cases through to trial?
Champaign Dismisses Attempted Murder Charges Against Kevin Pettis
Prosecutors dropped the case against the 54-year-old man when the victim and witnesses could not be served before trial.
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Coverage takes in criminal activity, law enforcement operations, the local justice system and shifts in public safety data. Reporting reaches across the city and the communities around it. Differences in how agencies report incidents and respond to specific types of activity often shape the public understanding of safety. Court proceedings and police staffing levels are the factors that most frequently constrain or influence the flow of information.