Driving While License Revoked H23-3966 Time: 4:30 am Location: W Orange St/Rt 1 Cited: Joshua D McKinnie (M) (23) of Danville Details: HPD officer stopped the vehicle Mr. McKinnie was driving for a traffic violation. A computer check revealed the driver’s license was revoked. Subject was released from the scene with a citation and traffic court date.

Found Item Details: Set of Keys were found in the area of S 4th St/E Lincoln. Owner may come to the station to identify them.

Driving While License Suspended, Operating Uninsured Vehicle H23-3941

Time: 12:28am

Location: W Penn St/S 2nd Av

Arrested: Dylan Shoulders (19)(M) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD officers stopped the vehicle Mr. Shoulders was driving for a traffic violation. A

computer check revealed his license was suspended. He was arrested and taken to HPD

to be processed. He was later released with 2 traffic citations and traffic court date.

Warrant Arrest H23-3946 2023-6310

Time: 4:11am

Location: 400 blk N 4th St

Arrested: Paul Odom JR (M)(27) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD officers located Mr. Odom knowing he had an outstanding Vermilion County warrant.

He was arrested and taken to HPD to be processed. He was later transported to the

PSB in Danville in lieu of bond.

Fire Call

Time: 12:48am

Location: 700 blk of E Mcneil Ave

Details: HFD and HPD were dispatched to the above location for a report of a grease fire on the stove.

Violation of Order of Protection H23-3928 2023-6293

Time: 7:14PM

Location: 700 blk of S 6th Ave

Arrested: Johnny R Arnett(46)(M)of Hoopeston

Details: HPD officers were dispatched to the above location for a report of Mr. Arnett being at a residence that was part of the order of protection. Mr. Arnett was arrested and transported to HPD for processing and later transported to PSB to await arraignment.

Fire Call

Time: 9:54PM

Location: 300 blk of N 9th Ave

Details: HFD was dispatched to the above location for an activated carbon monoxide detector going

off. Nothing was found

Operating When Registration Suspended No Insurance H23-3886 Time: 3:26am Location: S 4th St/E Maple Cited: Dana Breeling (M) (60) of Hoopeston Details: HPD officer stopped the vehicle Mr. Breeling was driving for a traffic violation. A computer check revealed the registration was suspended. Subject was released from scene with a citation and traffic court date.

Stolen Vehicle H23-3860

Time: 4:04am

Location: 700 blk E Main St

Complainant: 31 year old Hoopeston female

Details: HPD was dispatched to the report of a stolen red Ford Festiva. An investigation

continues.

RECOVERED by HPD at 11:42am

In September, 2022, I filed a motion for declaratory judgement and injunctive relief in my official capacity as Vermilion County State’s Attorney and on behalf of the People of the State of Illinois. The motion requested the Court to find that Public Act 102-1104 violates Article I, section 8.1(a)(9); Article I, section 9; Article II, section 1; and Article IV, section 8(d) of the Illinois Constitution of 1970 and declare the law null and void. Similar motions that were filed by numerous other State’s Attorneys throughout Illinois were consolidated into Kankakee County, Illinois. 

On December 28, 2022, Circuit Judge Thomas Cunnington, Chief Judge of the 21st Judicial Circuit issued his ruling in the case of Rowe, et al. v. Pritzker, et al. Judge Cunnington ruled in favor of the Plaintiffs and held that the Pre–Trial Fairness Act, specifically the bail reform and pre–trial release provisions, is unconstitutional. The other provisions of the Safe–T Act were upheld. 

The Plaintiffs in this lawsuit were collectively represented by a litigation team consisting of the State’s Attorney and their Assistant State’s Attorneys from Kankakee, Kendall, McHenry, Sangamon, Will, and Vermilion Counties. The defendants (Governor JB Pritzker, Attorney General Kwame Raoul, Senate President Donald Harmon, and Speaker of the House Christopher Welch) appealed to the Illinois Supreme Court. 

On July 18, 2023, the Illinois Supreme Court issued its opinion overturning the Circuit Court and found the pre–trial fairness act constitutional. To say I am disappointed is an understatement. I firmly believe that this decision will be a detriment to the criminal justice system and the People of Vermilion County. First, the act will limit the ability for Judges to protect the public and victims as well as to ensure the offender will appear in court. Second, the legislature has now been given the power to change the Illinois Constitution without putting forth a referendum to the voters of the State of Illinois. Third, requiring an unwarranted additional presumption of no bail clearly contradicts previously established and superior law, places crime victims at a greater risk to be re–victimized, and unnecessarily subjects witnesses to threats and intimidation. 

As the Chief Legal Officer in Vermilion County, I pledge to work with our law enforcement partners and to continue to do what is right for Vermilion County. 

TRAFFIC CITATIONS H23-3842

Time: 10:08 AM

Location: N 8th Ave/W Young Av Hoopeston

Cited Driver: Odom, Paul E Jr. (27) (M) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD issued traffic citations for: 1: Stop Sign Violation, 2: Child Restraint Violation to the subject from the results of a traffic stop.

Speeding H23-3820

Time: 4:17am

Location: W Penn St/State Route 1

Cited: Cornelio Pacheco (48) (M) of Oaklawn, IL

Details: HPD officers stopped the vehicle Mr. Pacheco was driving for a traffic violation. He was

cited for speeding and released with a traffic court date.

Recovered Vehicle H23-3824

Time: 5:20 pm

Location: 300 blk E Penn

Details: Stolen GMC Envoy was recovered. Investigation continues.

Traffic Accident H23-3759 Date: 7/20/2023 Time: 7:41 pm Location: 700 blk W Elm St Unit 1: 2014 Ford Escape driven by Julian Lopez (16) (M) of Hoopeston Unit 2: 2012 Chevrolet Cruze driven by Cheryl Uden of (76) (F) of Hoopeston Details: Unit 1 was backing out of a parking spot and struck Unit 2 on the driver’s side rear. No citations were issued, both vehicles were insured, and no injuries were reported.

Operating Uninsured Vehicle (Citation #13579) H23-3764 Time: 3:14 am Location: W Main St/S 2nd Ave Cited: Jaymee E Smith (28) (F) of Hoopeston Details: On a traffic stop, the above subject was found to be driving a vehicle with no insurance. She was released from the scene and received a notice to appear in Vermilion County traffic court.

Fire Call Time: 08:55 AM Location: 400 W Lincoln St Details: HFD, HPD, Arrow Ambulance, were responding to a call of Dryer fire in the res. No report of damage or injuries at the time of the call.

Speeding H23-3768 Time: 6:48am Location: W Thompson Av Cited: Jaren West (M) (25) of Hoopeston Details: HPD stopped the vehicle Mr. West was driving for a traffic violation. He was given a ticket and a traffic court date and released from the scene.

Traffic Accident H23-3788 Time: 2:43 pm Location: N 8th Ave/W McCracken Ave Unit 1: 2012 Chevrolet Silverado driven by Alison A Torres (F) (30) of Avon, IN Unit 2: 2019 Chevrolet Silverado driven by Scott L Strawser (M) (62) of Hoopeston Details: Unit 1 traveling southbound failed to yield the right of way and struck Unit 2 as it was traveling westbound at the intersection. Both vehicles are insured, no tickets were cited, and no injuries were reported.

Wanted on Warrant (Vermilion Co.) FTA Larceny (2022CM488) H23-3789 Time: 3:21 pm Location: 600 blk E McCracken Ave Arrested: Shane M Baker (M) (32) of Hoopeston Details: HPD located the above subject with an active warrant through Vermilion County. He was taken into custody, transported to HPD and processed. Subject posted bond and was released with a mandatory Vermilion County court date.

Warrant Arrest Champaign Co (2023CM224) FTA H23-3796 Time: 11:01pm Location: E Honeywell/N 3rd St Arrested: Malea Chandler (21) (F) of Urbana Details: HPD stopped a vehicle for a traffic violation. A computer checked on the passenger, Ms. Chandler showed an outstanding Champaign County warrant. She was arrested and taken to HPD to be processed. She was later released and given a new Champaign County court date.

Stolen Vehicle H23-3802 Time: 7:19am Location: 800 blk E Penn Complainant: 82 year old Hoopeston male Details: HPD officers were dispatched to the area for the report of a stolen vehicle. Complainant advised officers that sometime between last night and this morning, unknown subject took his GMC Yukon off his property. An investigation continues.

Fire Call Time: 4:58 pm Location: 1000 blk E Orange St Details: HPD, HFD, Rossville FD, Rankin FD, Wellington FD, and Bluegrass FD responded to a structure fire in the area. 

Trespassing (City) H23-3751

Time: 2:37am

Location: 500 blk of W Lincoln

Cited: Terrance L Poke(29)(M) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD officers were dispatched to the above location for a report of someone on their

property. Mr. Poke was located and given a citation for a Hoopeston Court date.

Restraint of dogs by owner or keeper (City Ordinance 6.08.070) H23-3753

Time: 3:31 pm

Location: 700 blk E Young

Complainant: 68-year-old Hoopeston female

Cited: Olivia J Simonton (20) (F) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD responded to the report of a loose dog in the area. The owner of the dog received a notice to appear in Hoopeston City Court.

No Valid Registration H23-3760

Time: 8:17PM

Location: W Penn St/S 6th Ave

Arrested: Alaura Hall(23)(F) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD officers conducted a traffic stop and a computer search showed Ms. Hall to be

driving a vehicle with Expired Registration. Ms. Hall was released from the scene and received a notice to appear in Vermilion County traffic court.

Theft of Mislaid Property--Use of Another’s Credit Card (Arrest Made)

Date of Offense: 7-3-2023 H23-3358

Date of Arrest: July 19, 2023

Time of Arrest: 09:00 AM

Complainant: 20-year-old Hoopeston Male

Location of Arrest: Hoopeston Police Department 301 W Main St

Arrested: Lambert, Kevin L (M) (37) of Hoopeston

Details: Subject was located this morning, transported HPD for questioning following the use of another’s credit card. Subject was interviewed in which he admitted his involvement. Subject was Cited under Hoopeston City Ordinance and to appear in Hoopeston City Court.

Warrant Arrest(Ford County 22-140) H23-3729

Time: 1:38PM

Location: 301 W Main St(Hoopeston Police Department)

Arrested: Sasha R Lanham(48)(F)of Hoopeston

Details: Ms. Lanham came to HPD and a computer search showed Ms. Lanham had an

active warrant. Ms. Lanham was processed and transported to Ford County.

Warrant Arrest(Vermilion County) H23-3732

Time: 4:46PM

Location: 301 W Main St(Hoopeston Police Department)

Arrested: Brandi L Warner(33)(F)of Hoopeston

Details: Ms. Warner came to the station to turn herself in on an active Vermilion County

warrant. Ms. Warner was processed and given a new Vermilion County Court date.

Warrant Arrest(Vermilion County 23MT628) H23-3733

Time: 5:42PM

Location: 111 W Orange St(Dollar General)

Arrested: Troy A Knight(36)(M)of Hoopeston

Details: HPD officers were out on patrol and located Mr. Knight. A computer search showed

Mr. Knight to have an active warrant out of Vermilion County. Mr. Knight was 

arrested and transported to HPD for processing and later released with a new court

Vermilion County Court Date.

Traffic Accident H23-3687 Time: 3:37PM Location: E Maple St/S Market St Unit 1: 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee driven by Betty J Clyden(57)(F)of Hoopeston Unit 2: 2002 Yamaha Sport driven by Jordan C Carswell(37)(M)of Hoopeston Details: Unit 1 was stopped at the four way stop at S Market and Maple street Unit 2 went east Through the intersection when Unit 1 struck Unit 2 on the right side. Unit 1 was able to drive away, Unit 2 was pushed back to the residence. Both units were insured and no citations were issued. 

Criminal Damage to Property (auto) H23-3664

Time: 4:48pm

Location: 800 blk E Elm St

Complainant: 39 year old Hoopeston male

Details: HPD officers were called to the area for the report of criminal damage. A report was

filed and investigation continues.

Burglary to Auto H23-3668

Time: 7:22pm

Location: 500 blk E Lincoln St

Complainant: 20 year old Attica, IN female

Details: HPD talked to complainant about several items from her vehicle that were stolen. A

report was filed and an investigation continues.

Criminal Trespass to Residence (people present) H23-3610 2023-5888

Time: 12:23pm

Location: 500 blk W Maple St

Complainant: 39 year old Hoopeston female

Arrested: Elyscha Wells (M) (25) of Rossville

Details: HPD was dispatched to the report of a civil disturbance. Upon an investigation, Mr. Wells

was arrested and taken to HPD to be processed. He was later transported to the PSB in

Danville to await arraignment.

Traffic Accident H23-3634

Time: 1:42PM

Location: W Orange St/S 6th Ave

Unit 1: 2012 Chrysler Town & Country driven by Justin D Little(37)(M) of Hoopeston

Unit 2: 2022 Ford Maverick driven by Eric L Staley(60)(M) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD and HFD was dispatched to an accident where Unit 2 was traveling east on W orange St turning left onto S 6th Ave when Unit 1 did not see Unit 2 and hit Unit 2 in the rear. No citations given, both units insured

Warrant Arrest (Vermilion County 20DT133) H23-3636

Time: 3:36PM

Location: 600 S 6th Ave

Arrested: James R Wood (42)(M) of Danville IL

Details: HPD officers were dispatched to the above location after being told a subject there was

wanted on a warrant. Mr. Wood was located and a computer search showed him to have an

active warrant out of Vermilion County. Mr. Wood was arrested and transported to HPD for

processing and later released with a Vermilion County Court date.

Battery, Unlawful Restraint H23-3640 2023-5937

Aggravated Domestic Battery, Attempted Murder H23-3643 2023-5932

Time: 8:22pm

Location: 600 blk E Honeywell

Complainant: 35 year old Hoopeston female

Arrested: John Menzo (30) (M) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD was called to the area for a male subject yelling and screaming at females in the area.

After an investigation, Mr. Menzo was located and arrested on battery and unlawful

restraint. HPD officers were also asked to do a welfare check involving an elderly female. She was found to have several injuries and Mr. Menzo was named as the suspect. He was arrested on aggravated domestic battery and attempted murder. He was processed and

later taken to the PSB in Danville to await arraignment.

The Bismarck Lions Club will serve fish and sweet corn at the High School in Bismarck on Saturday, August 5, 2023, from 3:30pm – 7:30pm as part of their Annual Jonah Fish Fry. Tickets may be purchased for $10 with children 6-12 being $5 and 5 & under free. Advance sales: 217-304-6167 or 217-759-7465. Sponsor packs of 10 tickets are available at a discount for $85. Additional benefits of sponsorship include advertisement at the event and on Facebook.com/BismarckLions.

Funds donated will be put back into the community. Some of the ways the Bismarck Lions Club serves the area include through the Bismarck Lions Club Park, providing scholarships, and preschool vision screenings. According to Bill Jaffe, Bismarck Lions Club Immediate Past President, money raised on August 5 will allow Lions to meet pressing needs in our county such as our preschool vision screenings, through the purchase of a plusoptix machine for use at the screenings. Bismarck Lions members thank everyone who contributes to this important work. You are truly helping Lions make a difference.

Back again this year at the Fish Fry will be Michael Vice and his fishing boat with its wrap advocating for Scott’s Law. In 2020, Mike was hit while sitting in his squad car on the interstate. The boat brings two of his passions, fishing and law enforcement together to spread awareness for Scott’s Law. Also, the Bismarck Women’s Club will have raffle baskets. An inflatable will be available for the kids. The event is only possible thanks to wonderful volunteers.

New this year at the Fish Fry, local organization, Bismarck Blessings, will be accepting donations towards their back-to-school drive. Bring school supplies and food donations. See Bismarck Blessings Facebook page for a link to an Amazon shopping list and more details.

The Bismarck Lions Club meets the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month at 7pm. Lions clubs are a group of men and women who identify needs within the community and work together to fulfill those needs. Chartered in 1956, the Bismarck Lions Club is celebrating 67 years of service.

Lions Clubs International is the world’s largest service club organization with more than 1.4 million members in approximately 48,000 clubs in more than 200 countries and geographical areas around the world. Since 1917, Lions clubs have aided the blind and visually impaired and made a strong commitment to community service and serving youth throughout the world. For more information about Lions Clubs International, visit the Web site at www.lionsclubs.org.

#BismarckLionsFishCorn2023

Driving While License Suspended, Wanted on Warrant (Vermilion Co.) H23-3315 H23-3588 2023-5865

Time: 5:16 pm

Location: 500 blk S 2nd Ave

Arrested: John W Morris Jr (M) (30) of Hoopeston

Details: At the above time and location, HPD located the subject with an active Vermilion County warrant (2023MT627) and a citation for Driving While License Suspended from a previous incident. The subject was taken into custody, transport and processed at HPD. He received the traffic citation and a Vermilion County Traffic Court date. Later, he was transported to PSB Danville in lieu of bond.

Wanted on Warrant (Texas), H23-3588 2023-5866

Time: 5:16 pm

Location: 500 blk S 2nd Ave

Arrested: Laure A Aguirre (F) (42) of Hoopeston

Details: At the above time and location, HPD located the subject with an active warrant through Texas (CR1400414F4).

Wanted on Warrant (Vermilion Co. $1,500 OR Bond), Wanted on Warrant (Iroquois Co. $3,000 10% plus $75 FTA Fee) H23-3589

Time: 5:36 pm

Location: 301 W Main St -- Hoopeston Police Department

Arrested: Sandy L Zarate (F) (36) of Hoopeston

Details: The above subject arrived at HPD to turn herself in on an active Vermilion County Warrant (23MT684) which she received a new Vermilion County court date for. The subject also had an active Iroquois County Warrant (22CM1) which she posted bond for and received a new Iroquois County court date.

Traffic Accident (PD ONLY) H23-3560 Time: 1:06 pm Location: N 3rd St. & E young Av. Hoopeston Unit 1: 2008 Infiniti Sedan driven by Austin R Waggoner (M) (24) of Creve Coeur, IL Unit 2: 2020 Chevy Transport Bus driven by: Bane, Stephen D (M) (69) of Hoopeston IL Details: At the above time, HPD was dispatched to the report of an accident involving the Hoopeston Multi Agency Transport Bus, and Unit 1 was an Infiniti Sedan. No report of injuries at the time of the report, Unit 1 at fault unit, driver of unit 1 issued a citation for traffic court in Danville. Both units were able to be driven from the scene. Both units insured.

Wanted on Warrant (Alabama Warrant CC22 356 No Bond Full Extradition), Driving without a valid license, Operating a vehicle with no insurance H23-3561 2023-5829 Time: 2:18 pm Location: 100 blk W Main St Arrested: Ashley M Hop (F) (28) of Brook, IN Details: On a traffic stop, the above subject identified as the driver was cited for driving without a valid license and operating a vehicle with no insurance. The subject was also found to have an active warrant through Alabama. She was taken into custody and transport to HPD for processing. Later she was transported to the PSB Danville, IL to be extradited.

Theft (City Ordinance Violation) H23-3530

Time: 12:46 pm

Location: 415 S Dixie Hwy Dollar General Store

Arrestee: McClure, James K (M) (25) of Hoopeston

Detail: At the above time the complainant contact HPD about the arrestee in process of act of theft from the business. Officers arrived on scene, approaching the subject on the parking lot as he was approaching his vehicle. Subject was detained, later to HPD for processing and released on NTA for City Court.

Traffic Accident H23-3533

Time: 4:19PM

Location: 100 W Main St

Unit 1: 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan driven by Deanna Smithers(39)(F) of Hoopeston

Unit 2: 2019 Buick Enclave driven by Glenda Reed(64)(F) of Hoopeston

Details: Driver of Unit 2 was east bound and stopped for a train when she was hit from behind by Unit 1. There were no injuries or tickets issued, both units are insured.

Wanted on Warrant (Ford Co.), Wanted on Warrant (Vermilion Co.) H23-3542

Time: 8:48 pm

Location: 700 blk W Orange St

Arrested: Jacqualyn D Rife (F) (42) of Hoopeston

Details: The above subject was found to have an active Ford County warrant (22DT15) and an active Vermilion County warrant (22CM481). She was taken into custody, transported to HPD, and processed. She received a new Vermilion County court date and was later transported to Ford County in lieu of bond.

Hoopeston Area’s Registration process for the 2023-24 school will be strictly online. Visit the district’s website https://www.hoopeston.k12.il.us and click on the blue box that says RETURNING STUDENT REGISTRATION. All students that have ever been enrolled in our school district and ALL Kindergarten students that have PRE-REGISTERED are considered RETURNING STUDENTS. The registration link will be active for 72 hours (August 7th – 9th). Registration may be completed any time during this time frame. Please be watching for more information via mail the week of July 25th. The following dates and times are available office hours at each building if families need to pay fees by cash, submit a Book Waiver or pick up/drop off forms. Parents/ Guardians with no internet access may also visit the school during these dates and times to use a district laptop to complete the registration process.

Students directly certified for SNAP/TANF/Free Medicaid benefits by the State of Illinois and families that meet ISBE income guidelines for the Free lunch program qualify for Book Waivers.

Monday, August 7 Online Registration Office Hours at each building 8:30-11:00; 12:30-3:30

Tuesday, August 8 Online Registration Office Hours at each building 8:30-11:00; 1:00-6:00

Wednesday, August 9 Online Registration Office Hours at each building 8:30-11:00; 12:30-3:30

GRADE BOOK RENTAL TOTAL

Early Childhood 25.00 25.00

K-12 50.00 50.00

MS/HS Extra-curricular Activity Fee 10.00 per activity Please note there is no maximum.

The following additional High School fees are due at registration:

? Driver Education: All 9th graders are required to take Driver’s Education. All freshmen will owe $50.00

for Classroom/Behind the Wheel instruction.

? Accounting I and II will owe $35.00 for a workbook

? Health Physicals / Records: Illinois law requires all Early Childhood, Kindergarten, Sixth Grade, and

Ninth Grade students have current physical examinations on the Illinois Department of Public Health Form no later than August 19, 2023.

? Dental Exams: Illinois law states all children in Kindergarten, Second, Sixth, and Ninth Grades have a

dental examination performed by a dentist, as well as provide verification to the school office by May 15, 2024. Dental exams dated between November 2022 and May 2024 will meet this guideline.

? 12th Grade Students / Records: All incoming Seniors for the 2023-24 school year are required to have

a Meningitis shot prior to the first day of school in August. This is mandatory. Please provide documentation of this vaccination to the High School Office.

? Sports Physicals / Grades 5; 7-8; 10-12 Only: If planning to participate in sports, student athletes

will be required to have a sports physical prior to the 2023-24 school year.

SUPPLY LISTS ARE AVAILABLE ON THE SCHOOL WEBSITE:

www.hoopeston.k12.il.us

Operating Uninsured Vehicle H23-3482

Time: 1:34 am

Location: W Thompson Ave/S Dixie Hwy

Cited: Vincent G Smith (M) (30) of Wellington

Details: The above subject failed to produce insurance on a traffic stop. He was mailed a citation for operating uninsured vehicle and received a notice to appear in Vermilion County traffic court.

Expired Registration, No Insurance, Violation of Classification(Motorcycle)

Time: 2:59PM

Location: 700 Blk of E Honeywell

Arrested: Clarence Callahan IV(23)(M)of Hoopeston

Details: HPD officer conducted a traffic stop, a computer search showed Mr. Callahan to have

expired registration and a violation of classification. Mr. Callahan was given citations to appear in Vermilion County Court

Disobeying Police H23-3468

Time: 4:01am

Location: 500 blk W Maple

Arrested: Kyla Wiesner (32)(F) of Battle Creek, MI

Details: HPD officers went to the address several times for a domestic disturbance. Ms.

Wiesner was arrested on disobeying police and taken to the police department to be

processed. She was later released with a city ticket and court date.

Failure to Obtain Appropriate Registration, Operating Uninsured Vehicle H23-3473

Time: 8:14pm

Location: S 2nd Av/W Penn St

Cited: Samantha Morgan (36) (F) of Rankin

Details: HPD officers stopped the vehicle Ms. Morgan was driving for a traffic violation. Subject

received 2 traffic citations and a traffic court date. She was released from scene and the

vehicle was towed.

Criminal Damage to State Supported Property H23-3483

Time: 2:27am

Location: 200 blk E Main St

Details: While on patrol, HPD officers noticed spray paintings in the middle of the road. An

investigation continues.

Fire Call

Time: 9:21pm

Location: 423 N Dixie Hwy, Heritage Health

Details: HFD was dispatched to the nursing home for the report of a fire alarm/CO detector in

the kitchen.

Fire Call

Time: 10:21 pm

Location: 423 N Dixie Hwy, Heritage Health

Details: HFD was dispatched to the nursing home for the report of a fire alarm. No fire was reported by HFD

Aggravated Domestic Battery, Criminal Damage to Property (Over), H23-3411 2023-5601

Time: 10:35 am

Location: 700 block E McNeil Av

Complainant: 21-year-old Hoopeston Woman

Arrestee: Sims, Romell D (M) (23) of Danville

Time of Arrest: 10:55 am

Details: At the time listed there was an open 9-1-1 call of physical violence going on at the above location. Officers responded to find that the arrestee was accused of battery. Arrestee was taken into custody and transported to HPD processed and then transferred to PSB in Danville to await bond hearing. The victim was transported to OSF in Danville for treatment of her injuries.

Criminal Damage (City Ordinance 9.20.030), Trespassing (City Ordinance 9.20.020) H23-3350

Date of incident: 7/2/23

Time of incident: 11:24 pm

Location of incident: 600 blk E Thompson Ave

Cited: Kaylynn L Kruger (F) (35) of Hoopeston

Time cited: 3:36 pm

Details: The listed subject received citations for the above charges and a notice to appear in City court for the incident on the prior date noted.

Assault (City) H23-3423

Time: 6:55 pm

Location: 100 blk N Market St

Cited: Clarence Callahan III (M) (50) of Hoopeston

Details: The above subject was taken into custody by HPD for assault. He was transported to HPD and processed. He was later released with a citation and notice to appear in City court.

 CSX will be closing the Attica St. railroad crossing in Rossville for repairs.  The closing will start 7/6/2023 through Friday, 7/14/2023.  

TRAFFIC ACCIDENT (PD) H23-3336

Date of Accident: 07/02/2023

Time of Call: 12:58 pm

Location: S 6th Av / W Orange St Hoopeston

Unit 1: 2014 Chevy Silverado driven by Blaiz R Burton (M) (27) of Hoopeston

Unit 2: 2012 Dodge driven by Gabrielle S Sigerill (F) (34) of Hoopeston

Details: Unit 2 was setting at the intersection waiting to turn left to east bound on W Orange, when Unit 1 travelling west on W Orange made a right turn on to 6th Av. Swung to wide and struck Unit 1. No injuries report, both units insured, Unit 1 is at fault vehicle.

Breach of the Peace Constituting Disorderly Conduct (city) H23-3371

Time: 10:52pm

Location: 400 blk Front St

Complainant: 60 year old Hoopeston male

Cited: Sarah Fletcher (F) (41) Hoopeston female

Details: HPD officers were called to the area for the report of fireworks. Ms. Fletcher was told

to stop for the night but continued after officers left her residence. She was cited on the

above charge and was given a city court date.

Expired Driver's License More than a Year H23-3374

Time: 3:43am

Location: W Orange St/S Dixie Hwy

Cited: Rene Cervantes (M) (24) of Lyons, IL

Details: HPD officers stopped the vehicle Mr. Cervantes was driving for a traffic violation. A

computer check revealed his driver’s license to be expired for more than a year. Subject

was ticketed and given a Vermilion County traffic court date.

Aggravated Battery H23-3308 2023-5574

Date of Incident: 6/30/2023

Time of Incident: 8:45 pm

Date of Arrest: 7-4-2023

Time of Arrest: 8:57 AM

Location of Incident: 428 W Orange St VFW Hoopeston

Victim: 51-year-old Rossville Woman

Arrestee: Pratt, Heather N (42) (F) of Hoopeston

Details: On June 30th, at the VFW a dispute erupted between 2 women resulting in a battery. The victim went for medical treatment, and investigation into the fight resulted in the arrest of the suspect. Arrestee was transported to HPD, processed, and later transferred to PSB to await arraignment

Wanted on Warrant (Champaign Co. #21CF793 Bond $1,000,000.00 10% to Apply), Possession of Methamphetamine, Attempted Escape, Aggravated Battery to Law Enforcement Officer,

Retail Theft H23-3391 2023-5584

Time: 4:55 pm

Location: 400 blk S 2nd Ave

Arrested: Courtney J St Clair (33) (F) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD located the above subject wanted on a Champaign County warrant and local charge for retail theft. She was taken into custody and transported for processing at HPD where she obtained additional charges for attempted escape and aggravated battery to LEO. She was later transported to the PSB Danville, IL in lieu of bond.

Fire Call

Time: 6:43 pm

Location: N 1450 East Rd/E 4000 North Rd

Details: HFD responded to the area for a brush fire.

Warrant Arrest H23-3401

Time: 10:06pm

Location: 600 blk E Honeywell

Arrested: Nicholas Coleman (33) (M) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD officers were dispatched to the old Honeywell School parking lot for the report of

fireworks. A computer check of one of the subjects revealed an outstanding Vermilion

County warrant. Mr. Coleman was arrested and taken to HPD to be processed. He

was released after posting bond and was given a new Vermilion County Court dat

The Illinois State Police (ISP) Division of Internal Investigation is investigating an officer involved shooting in Champaign County.

On July 3, 2023 at 7:47 p.m., Troopers assisted Danville Police Department officers, Vermilion County Sheriff’s deputies, and Champaign County Sheriff’s deputies in a pursuit throughout Vermilion and Champaign counties of a vehicle believed to be involved in a shooting in Clinton, Iowa.  After briefly losing sight of the vehicle, it was located again in the area of 2200 County Road 2250 East.  In a search of the area, an Illinois Department of Natural Resource officer located the suspect in a detached garage.  The suspect engaged in a standoff and ISP Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) and Crisis Negotiation Team members were called to the location.  The suspect refused to comply and an ISP trooper discharged their firearm.  The suspect was struck and taken to a nearby hospital where they were later pronounced deceased.  No officers were struck or injured during the incident.

In accordance with the Police and Community Relations Improvement Act (50 ILCS 727) and the Illinois State Police Law (20 ILCS 2605), Special Agents of the Illinois State Police Division of Internal Investigation are investigating these events. 

This investigation is open and ongoing.  ISP is currently processing evidence and conducting interviews.  Upon completion of the investigation, all evidence and facts will be submitted for review to the Champaign County State’s Attorney's Office.  No additional information is available at this time.

Warrant Arrest H23-3281 2023-5447

Time: 1:37Pm

Location: 700 blk of North Market

Arrested: David T Cannon(43) (M) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD officers were dispatched to the above location Mr. Cannon was located and a

computer search showed he had an active warrant. Mr. Cannon was arrested and

transported to HPD for processing and later transported to PSB by a Vermilion County Deputy.

Driving While License Revoked, Unlawful Display, Operating Uninsured Vehicle H23-3289

Time: 7:41PM

Location: 111 W Orange St (Dollar General)

Arrested: Rory R Kempen Jr(37)(M) of Rankin

Details: HPD officer observed a vehicle with Mr. Kempen as the driver. A computer search showed

him to have a revoked license. Mr. Kempen was arrested and transported to HPD for

processing and later released with a Vermilion County Court date.

Wanted on Warrant (Vermilion County) H23-3296 2023-5472

Time: 12:38 am

Location: 500 blk N 6th St

Arrested: Jeff H Chandler (M)(46) of Hoopeston

Details: The above subject with an active warrant (2023CM308) through Vermilion County was located by HPD. He was taken into custody and transported to HPD for processing. In lieu of bond, he was transported to the PSB Danville, IL.

Domestic Battery H23-3322 2023-5491

Time: 5:28PM

Location: 500 E Thompson Ave

Complainant: 42 yr old Male of Hoopeston

Arrested: Riley A Smith(18)(M)of Hoopeston

Details: HPD officers were dispatched to the above location for a report of domestic disturbance. Mr.

Smith was located and arrested and transported to HPD for processing and later

transported to PSB.

Operation of Vehicle When Registration Suspended H23-3319

Time: 4:41 pm

Location: S 1st Ave/W Elm St

Cited: Devon A Slayton (M) (27) of Hoopeston

Details: On a traffic stop, the above subject was identified as the driver of a vehicle with suspended registration. He received a citation for the above charge and a notice to appear in Vermilion County Traffic Court.

Operating Vehicle with Registration Suspended for Noninsurance H23-3327

Time: 11:10 pm

Location: E McNeil Ave/N 7th St

Cited: Alexis M Lewis (F)(28) of Danville

Details: On a traffic stop, the above subject was identified as the driver of a vehicle with suspended registration. She received a citation for the above charge and a notice to appear in Vermilion County Traffic Court

Operating Uninsured Motor Vehicle H23-3293 Time: 11:19 pm

Location: S 4th Ave/W Orange St

Cited: Jody G Brown (M)(38) of Watseka

Details: The above subject failed to produce valid insurance on a traffic stop. He received a citation for the above charge by mail with a notice to appear in Vermilion County Traffic Court.

Traffic Citation (Speed) H23-3338

Time: 4:32PM

Location: 600 Blk of E McNeil Ave

Citied: Ceciliana N Tubbs-Barreto(23)(F) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD officer conducted a traffic stop. Ms. Tubbs-Barreto was given a Vermilion County

Court date.

Wanted on Vermilion County Warrant H23-3343

Time: 8:25 pm

Location: 200 blk N Market St

Arrested: Jason A Kinnaird (M)(46) of Hoopeston

Details: The above subject was located and taken into custody by HPD on a Vermilion County Warrant (#20CF422). He was transported to HPD for processing and released with a Vermilion County court date.