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UPDATE: Coroner IDs man who died in 3-vehicle crash on Route 45
UPDATE at 3:08 p.m. URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) — The Champaign County Coroner has released the identity of the man killed in a three-vehicle accident in Urbana early Saturday morning. According to Coroner Stephen E. Thuney, the man was identified as Justin L. Martinez, 25 of Byron. Preliminary information indicated Martinez was driving northbound in Urbana […]
Ogle County Special Operations Unit Find Drugs and Illegal Firearms While Executing Search Warrant
On Tuesday june 18, the Ogle County Special Operations Unit, with the assistance of the North West Illinois Critical Incident Response Team, Stillman Fire, Rochelle Fire, REACT, and MD1 executed a search warrant at 439 S. White Rock Rd. Chana, IL. Upon completion of the search, the Ogle County Special...
Ogle County man sentenced for killing pregnant girlfriend, setting house on fire
OREGON, Ill. (WTVO) — Matthew Plote, 36, has been sentenced for the killing of his pregnant girlfriend, Melissa Lamesch, and setting her Mount Morris home on fire. On March 25th, an Ogle County jury found Plote guilty of first-degree murder, intentional homicide of an unborn child and residential arson. Lamesch was just days away from […]
Person of Interest in Fatal Shooting at Rockford Restaurant is Wanted By Police
Rockford Police are asking for the public's help to find an individual who was allegedly around during a shooting that happened on June 16 in a restaurant parking lot. According to the press release, several reports of gunshots were reported at 3725 E. State Street just after 10 pm on June 16, and a short time later a vehicle struck a building not far from the shooting at 3415 State Street.
Ogle County Sheriff’s Report: June 25, 2024
OREGON — On June 25 at approximately 1:30 a.m. deputies arrived in the 200 block of Mulberry Lane in rural Dixon regarding a reported domestic battery. After an initial investigation, deputies placed Christopher K. Valdivieso, 32, of Dixon, under arrest for domestic battery. Valdivieso was transported to the Ogle County Jail and was held pending an appearance before a judge.
Semi-truck crashed into bridge on business 20
WINNEBAGO COUNTY, Ill. (WTVO) — A semi-truck rolled over after crashing into a bridge near West State Street around 6 a.m. on Thursday. At around 8 a.m., first responders arrived and police investigated the incident. The driver was taken to a local hospital. Traffic was affected until 2 p.m. but is now clear.
Two Illinois Men Cause Chaos on Rockford Streets, Guns and Drugs Found
A traffic stop in Rockford on Tuesday night (6/25) turned into a multiple-car police chase and chaos down several streets. According to the report from the Rockford Police Department, officers from the Rockford Police SCOPE team attempted to pull over a vehicle near the Prospect and Rural intersection when it sped away.
Rockford Police Seek Public’s Help in Identifying Hospital Burglary Suspect
Local law enforcement is searching for a man allegedly involved in burglaries at Rockford area hospitals and is asking the public for help. According to the Rockford Police Department, the suspect was seen on security cameras during a burglary around 11 am on Friday (6/21) at UW Health Swedish American Hospital on 9th Street. The footage shows the individual moving through restricted areas and stealing medical equipment and personal belongings.
Metal knuckles, hundreds of pills seized in DeKalb drug bust, police say
DEKALB, Ill. (WIFR) - Two men are arrested in connection with a suspected drug trafficking business in DeKalb. Nickolas Powell, 22, and Kyler Powell, 21, each face several drug charges. Police say they were given tips about illegal narcotics sales at 314 Linden Place. Around 7:30 p.m. May 9, officers...
Rockford man sticks to guilty plea in murder of Pinnon Meats employee
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - The man facing charges for the murder of a Pinnon Meats employee in 2023 sticks with his guilty plea. William Jones, 41, first admitted to the crime May 3 and was supposed to be sentenced June 21. On June 14, Jones’ public defender filed a motion to withdraw the original guilty plea.
Police: Man fatally shot in Haskell Avenue identified
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — A man was shot and killed in the 1000 block of Haskell Avenue on Wednesday night, police said. The Winnebago County Coroner’s Office identified the man as 29-year-old Marquell Reddic. Rockford Police officers were called to a home on Haskell Avenue around 6:11 p.m. for reports of shots fired. When officers […]
Rockford officer cleared in Christmas Eve shooting incident
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — A Rockford policeman was cleared in an officer-involved shooting investigation on Friday. This morning, the Winnebago County State’s Attorney cleared officer Michael Rhein of any wrongdoing in the shooting of Patrick Kirby. The incident happened around 2:00 am on Christmas Eve in the 1300 block of Charles Street, near UW Health […]
Attorney for Rockford-area mom accused of medically abusing her children asks for directed finding of not guilty
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) – The bench trial of a Winnebago woman accused of medically abusing her children continued Thursday in a Winnebago County courtroom. Prosecutors say 54-year-old Kathryn Williams, who’s charged with aggravate battery of a child, subjected her two children, then 13 and 11, to a series medical treatment they did not need between […]
Rockford, IL – Multi-Vehicle Crash w/Injuries at Reed Ave & Sewell St
Rockford, IL (June 27, 2024) – Rockford Police Department officers and Illinois State Police troopers confirmed that a multi-vehicle accident shut down traffic at Reed Avenue and Sewell Street. Authorities further reported that multiple injuries have been reported, but they did not specify how many people were hurt or...
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