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Early morning shooting under investigation in Springfield
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WAND) — A shooting investigation is underway in Springfield. Springfield Police say, officers responded to a ShotSpotter alert in the 2100 block of South 15th Street just after 1 a.m. Sunday. When officers arrived they found two males who had been shot. They were taken to the...
Multiple injuries in Springfield shooting Saturday night; investigation ongoing
The Springfield Police Department reports that three people with gunshot wounds were rescued from an incident on South 15th Street on Sunday morning. At approximately 1:04 a.m., Springfield Police officers responded to a ShotSpotter alert in the 2100 block of South 15th Street. Upon arrival, officers found two males with injuries sustained from gunfire. The victims directed the officers to a nearby house, where they found rifle casings littering the yard.
Crump: Body camera footage in Sonya Massey shooting will 'shock the conscience of America'
Sonya Massey's family held a visitation and funeral service on Friday, two days after a Sangamon County grand jury indicted a now former sheriff deputy in her fatal shooting. It was a standing-room crowd at the Ruby Funeral Services and Chapel on East Washington Street, with many family and friends donning purple. And while tears were shed, the family wanted the public to celebrate the 36-year-old and remember her for what she was: a loving mother to...
Car totaled after sinking into Lake Springfield
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — No one was hurt on Thursday after a car went into Lake Springfield. The Springfield Fire Department posted pictures and details of the water rescue on their Facebook page Friday. The car went into the water at a local boat ramp and became submerged. No one was hurt, but the car […]
Examining police reforms in the SAFE-T Act following Massey shooting
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WAND) — As the Springfield community reels from the murder of Sonya Massey, a Springfield woman who was shot by a deputy on duty, WAND News is examining what police reforms were included in the SAFE-T Act. Portions of the SAFE-T Act were initially introduced by the...
Oklahoma man, arrested in Springfield in 2023, sentenced for bank fraud and identity theft
Springfield, IL (CAPITOL CITY NOW) –An Oklahoma City man was sentenced Thursday to nearly four years in prison for bank fraud and aggravated identity theft. Gerald Duran, 49, was arrested at a Springfield bank in December 2023 attempting to cash a cashier’s check he had fraudulently obtained, according to court documents.
Illinois Pair Arrested After High-Speed Chase on I-94 in LaPorte County
LaPorte County, IN – A reported high-speed chase on Friday evening led to the arrest of two individuals from Illinois. According to Indiana State Police, the pursuit began around 7:15 p.m. when a trooper reportedly attempted to stop a black Jeep traveling at 71 mph in a 45 mph zone on U.S. 20 near C.R. 400 E. The driver, identified as Roberto Valencuela, 19, of Matteson, IL, allegedly fled west on U.S. 20 and onto I-94, prompting a multi-agency response. The chase continued through LaPorte and Porter Counties, with officers deploying stop sticks multiple times along I-94.
Illinois quick hits: Police look for suspect after murder of USPS worker; State EPA announces waste collection days
Police look for suspect after murder of USPS worker. Chicago police are looking for the suspect in connection with the shooting death of a United States Postal Service letter carrier. The 48-year-old woman was shot around 11:30 a.m. Friday. According to police, the victim was rushed to a nearby hospital, where she was pronounced dead. No one is in custody.
Recovery plans in motion one month after Adams Street Fire
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WAND) — Before it was destroyed by a fire last month, the historic Adams Street building was the home of 12 apartment residents and multiple businesses. Now, the displaced businesses are making plans to move elsewhere. "During the fire, we had nine cats and luckily we got...
Illinois Senate President, Attorney General discuss potential solutions for gun violence
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WAND) — Illinois has implemented many gun control laws in recent years, including a historic ban on assault weapons and high capacity magazines. However, state leaders believe there is more action needed to protect Illinoisans from gun violence. "We are all acutely aware of mass shootings, school...
Fatal Error: 911 Call Ends in Tragedy as Illinois Woman Shot and Killed by Police Officer
Illinois Woman Killed by Police Officer After Reporting Intruder. Tragedy Strikes in Springfield as 911 Call Ends in Deadly Consequences. According to TrueCrimeNews, A very sad event happened in Springfield, Illinois. A woman named Sonya Massey called 911 to report an intruder in her home. But instead of helping her, a police officer shot and killed her. The police officer’s name is Deputy Sean Grayson. This event has caused a lot of upset and concern.
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