Fire Call

Time: 2:14 pm

Location: 400 Blk of S. 3rd St.

Details: HFD and HPD responded to the above location for a report of an active fire alarm. HFD cleared the scene without further incident.

On February 21, 2025, Jeremy Brown (DOB 4/13/1995), formerly of Danville, Illinois, pleaded guilty to Aggravated Domestic Battery – Great Bodily Harm, a class 2 felony. Judge Mark S. Goodwin presided over the plea hearing and sentenced Brown to 5 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections, and the defendant is required to serve 85% of his sentence. Following his term of imprisonment, Brown will also serve a term of 4 years of mandatory supervised release. The People presented evidence that a detective with the Danville Police Department was dispatched to a residence on Oak Street to speak with a victim about a domestic battery that occurred on September 14, 2024 involving Jeremy Brown. Brown had been at the victim’s apartment and was leaving. Brown re-entered the apartment and the victim told him to leave. Brown then punched the victim in the face. The victim’s shirt was covered in blood. Brown drove the victim to OSF where he informed medical personnel the victim had been injured when he accidentally elbowed her in the eye. Upon speaking with the detective, Brown stated, “my reflex punched her.” The victim had to be transferred by helicopter to a hospital in St. Louis for treatment. The orbital bones surrounding the victim’s eye had been broken and she ultimately lost her eye as a result of her injuries. State’s Attorney Jacqueline Lacy expressed gratitude to the Danville Police Department for their thorough investigation. She added, “The victim in this case endured unimaginable pain and lost her eye at the hands of this violent criminal. With the criminal case now resolved, we hope and pray that the victim can begin the true healing process. My office remains dedicated to seeking justice for victims of domestic violence in our community.” 

 The Iroquois County Fair Board is excited to share some thrilling news for country music fans! Mark your calendars for Saturday, July 19, 2025, as the highly acclaimed country artist Chris Cagle is set to take the stage at the Iroquois County Fair in Crescent City, Illinois. With a career that launched in 2000, Cagle has captivated audiences with his heartfelt tunes and chart-topping hits, including the soulful “My Love Goes On and On,” the anthemic “Laredo,” the emotional “What Kinda Gone,” the fun-loving “Chicks Dig It,” and the reflective “I Breathe In, I Breathe Out.” 

 

Adding to the excitement of the evening, country singer Craig Campbell will be the opening act. Known for his powerful vocals and relatable lyrics, Campbell has made a name for himself with memorable tracks such as “Family Man,” “Outta My Head,” and “Outskirts of Heaven,” ensuring that the night is filled with incredible music from start to finish.

 

Don't miss your chance to be part of this unforgettable event! Tickets for the concert will be available for purchase starting at 8 AM CST on Friday, February 28, 2025. You can secure your grandstand seating and track section tickets at www.iroquoiscofair.com. Get ready for a night of fantastic performances and lasting memories!

 

Check out the list of other events coming to the 2025 Iroquois County Fair Grandstand here:

 

TUES, JULY 15: TALENT SHOW, OPENING CEREMONIES, QUEEN & LITTLE MISS PAGEANT

WED, JULY 16: IPA TRUCK & TRACTOR PULL

THURS, JULY 17: ON THE GAS DEMOLITION DERBY

FRI, JULY 18: DRAFT HORSE HITCHES, DRAFT HOSRE PULL CONTEST, RODEO

SAT, JULY 19: CONCERT – CHRIS CAGE WITH CRAIG CAMPBELL

 

SUN, JULY 20: ANTIQUE TRACTOR PULL

 

Criminal Trespass to Residence with Persons Present; Resisting and Obstructing a Peace Officer H25-1165 2025-1250 Time: Location: Arrested: Details: 11:18 p.m. 100 Blk. of W. Main St. (Tedd’s Home Beverage) Angel Bane (F) (44) of Hoopeston HPD officers made contact with Ms. Bane for a prior incident. Upon contact, she was taken into custody by HPD officers. Ms. Bane was processed at HPD while transported to the PSB in Danville to await arraignment for Vermilion County Court.  

On February 21, 2025, Albert Cobbins (DOB 6/11/1987), formerly of Chicago, Illinois, pleaded guilty to Home Invasion, a class X felony. Judge Mark S. Goodwin presided over the plea hearing and sentenced Cobbins to 6 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections. Following his imprisonment, Cobbins will serve 18 months mandatory supervised release. The People presented evidence that Danville Police responded to a call of a domestic disturbance on November 14, 2024. The victim reported that shortly before 9:30pm, Albert Cobbins knocked on the front door of her residence asking to come in but she told him no because it was late. Cobbins and the victim have a child in common. Cobbins then attempted to climb through a bedroom window, but was unsuccessful, so he moved to the living room window and was able to climb into the home. The victim told Cobbins she was going to call the police. It was at this time Cobbins grabbed the victim by the shirt with both hands and dragged her to a bedroom at the back of the house. Officers arrived and observed lacerations on the victim’s forehead and cheek. State’s Attorney Jacqueline Lacy thanked the Danville Police officers for their swift response in this case. She said, “We cannot tolerate violence in Vermilion County, especially when it involves repeated abuse within families. Domestic violence is a serious offense that affects not only the victims, but the entire community. My office will continue to seek serious sentences in cases of domestic violence.” 

Duty upon damaging unattended vehicle or other property, Failing to report,Expired Registration

H25-1143

 

Time: 1:19 a.m.

Location: 700 Block of E Chestnut

Unit 1: 2017 Ford Driven by Brad Herman (M) (65) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD Officers were dispatched to the above location for a report of criminal damage to a wooden shed. After an investigation, Mr. Herman was located and cited for the above charges and was given an NTA for Vermilion Co. Court.

 

Traffic Accident H25-1148

 

Time: 1:30 p.m.

Location: 40892 N. 1550 East Rd.

Unit 1: 2011 Cadillac driven by Joyce Clingenpeel (F) (39) of Hoopeston

Details: HFD & HPD was dispatched to the above location for the report of a vehicular accident. Ms. Clingenpeel lost control of her vehicle and made contact with a utility pole owned by Ameren Illinois. Ameren responded to the scene. The vehicle was towed, and no citations or injuries were reported. The vehicle was insured.

Illegal Transportation of Alcohol; Possession of Alcohol by a Minor H25-1084

Date/Time: 02/21/2025 @ 8:40pm

Location: 100 Blk. of E. Orange

Cited: Kayla Recker (F) (18) of Rankin

16 yo (F) of Hoopeston

17 yo (F) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD officers conducted a traffic stop at the above location in reference to a prior incident. During the stop officers cited the two juveniles and Ms. Recker with the above violations. The three females were released into the custody of an adult and were all issued NTA’s for Vermilion Co. Court.

 

Traffic Accident H25-1059

Date/Time: 2/20/25 2:36pm

Location: 200 blk W Elm St

Unit #1: 2011 Chevrolet Malibu driven by Misheal Mitchell (M) (41) of Hoopeston

Unit #2: Dodge Postal Van parked and unoccupied

Details: Unit #1 was backing down a driveway and struck a parked Unit #2. No injuries, no

citations and both parties were insured.

Traffic Accident H25-1010

Date/Time: 2/18/25 3:19pm

Location: 800 blk W Main St

Unit #1: 2024 Bluebird bus driven by Amanda Good (F) (47) of Urbana

Unit #2: 2018 Chevrolet Tahoe driven by Thomas Spear (M) (65) of Hoopeston

Details: Unit 1, while parked facing westbound with yellow lights on, was waiting for parent to come out so the student can be let off the bus. Unit 2 observed the yellow lights flashing while also traveling westbound, slowed speed and began passing Unit 1. Unit 2 advised that while passing Unit 1, the stop arm was activated, and the passenger side mirror struck the stop sign arm that had begun extending. No injuries, no tickets and both units were insured.

 

Operating Uninsured Vehicle; No Valid Driver’s License H25-1022

Time: 4:26 a.m.

Location: 800 Blk. of S. Dixie Hwy.

Cited: Sabrina Irwin (F) (28) of Tarpon Springs, FL.

Details: HPD officers conducted a traffic stop at the above location. Ms. Irwin was driving without insurance and a computer check revealed she did not have a valid driver’s license. She was released from the scene with NTA’s to appear in Vermilion County Court.

 

 

Fire Call

Time: 5:11 pm

Location: 426 E Honeywell Ave – Centennial Manor Apartments

Details: HFD responded to an activated fire alarm. All units cleared without further incident.

State Sen. Chapin Rose (R-Mahomet) issued the following statement regarding Governor JB Pritzker’s budget address:

“Pritzker has a spending problem. Since Governor Pritzker took office, the budget has skyrocketed by nearly $15 billion, a staggering 37% increase. Think about that. How many people have had a paycheck at home that has gone up 37% in just a few couple years?

“Year after year Governor Pritzker has blown up the state budget. Illinoisians simply cannot keep up, and instead of making responsible choices, the Governor is looking to taxpayers to bail him out all while continuing to provide free healthcare for illegal immigrants.

“Enough is enough. The people of Illinois deserve better. They deserve responsible budgeting, fiscal transparency, and policies that put them first, not political ambition.”

Driving with Expired Registration H25-0992

Time: 12:54 a.m.

Location: Lockart Ct./E. Orange St.

Cited: Zaire Cahill (F) (26) of Danville

Details: HPD officers conducted a traffic stop at the above location. Ms. Cahill was found to be driving with expired registration. She was issued an NTA for Vermilion County Court and released from the scene.

 

 

Fire Call

Time: 8:08 a.m.

Location: DACC Higher Learning Center

Details: HFD was notified of a fire alarm at the above location. The cause was a maintenance issue.

Traffic Accident; Driving Under the Influence; Illegal Transportation of Alcohol; Improper Lane

Usage H25-0974

Date/Time: 02/16/2025 @ 5:52 p.m.

Location: 700 Blk. of W. Orange St.

Arrested: Darin Hurt (M) (53) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD officers came upon a traffic accident at the above location. Upon investigation, Mr. Hurt was taken into custody on the above charges. He was brought to HPD for processing then was released with NTA’s for Vermilion County Court. The vehicle was towed from the scene.

 

Operating Uninsured Vehicle H25-0980

Time: 3:53 a.m.

Location: 900 Blk. of W. Orange St.

Cited: Armando Nevarez (M) (47) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD officers conducted a traffic stop at the above location. Mr. Nevarez was found to be driving without valid insurance. He was issued an NTA for Vermilion County Court and released from the scene. The vehicle was towed from the scene.

 

Fire Call

Time: 12:17 p.m.

Location: 700 Blk. E. Wyman Ave.

Details: HFD was dispatched to the above location for the report of a natural gas leak.

 

 

Retail Theft (Under $300) (Delayed Entry) H25-0466

Date/Time of Offense: 01/24/2025 at 10:07 a.m.

Location of Offense: Tractor Supply

Date of Arrest: 02/16/2025

Location of Arrest: Danville Public Safety Building

Arrested: Tabithia Stephens (F) (35) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD was dispatched to Tractor Supply on 01/24/2025 after receiving a report of Retail Theft. An investigation was conducted, and she was later located at the Danville PSB. Ms. Stevens was given an NTA for Vermilion County Court.

Vermilion Advantage was recently informed by some of its members of a leter they received from the Illinois Atorney General’s office sta?ng that the Atorney General has filed a mo?on to vacate the permanent injunc?on and restore the firing range at the Danville Correc?onal Facility. (See the atached leter) The injunc?on was originally granted as the firing range had a severe nega?ve impact on the businesses in the area. Vermilion Advantage strongly opposes this ac?on by the Atorney General and opposes the effort to reopen the firing range at the Danville Correc?onal Facility. The east side of the City of Danville is home to a large por?on of the significant economic development that has happened over several decades. That area is an area of atrac?on that features the Golden Nugget Casino, Salt Grass Steakhouse, and most of the community’s hotels. Vermilion Advantage President Mike Marron stated, “The sound of live firing of weapons is severely detrimental to business and will have an adverse effect on business reten?on and development. Imagine enjoying a drink on the pa?o at Salt Grass to the sound of rifle fire or bringing in an interna?onal customer to one of our manufacturing facili?es as gun shots ring out in the air.” Vermilion Advantage asks the Atorney General to reconsider his decision to proceed with this mo?on. We request the assistance of our State Legislators to intervene with the Illinois Department of Correc?ons. Vermilion Advantage will be holding an informa?onal mee?ng at Salt Grass Steakhouse, 204 Eastgate Drive, on Wednesday, February 19th at 9:00 A.M., to organize opposi?on to this mo?on. We invite any concerned member of our organiza?on to atend and request assistance from our members in the legal profession for assistance. Vermilion Advantage’s mission is business recruitment and reten?on and they represent and advocate for almost 500 businesses in Vermilion County. 

With temperatures slated to be at or below zero, beginning Monday, February 17, 2025 at 7:00 pm and going through Friday, February 21, 2025 at 7:00 am, the City of Hoopeston will be opening city hall to be used as a warming center. 

Noisy Animals Prohibited (City Ordinance) H25-0940

Time: 8:32 pm

Location: 400 Blk of E. Washington St.

Cited: Steven Caswell (M) (67) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD was dispatched to the above location after receiving a complaint on the above charge from a 55-year-old Hoopeston female. Mr. Caswell was advised he would receive a citation as well as an NTA in Hoopeston City Court.

 

Driving While License Revoked H25-0957

Time: 7:49 pm

Location: 900 Blk of W Orange St.

Arrested: Joshua Blakey (M) (40) of Rossville

Details: HPD officers conducted a traffic stop. A computer search revealed Mr. Blakey was driving on a revoked driver’s license. He was arrested for the above charge and transferred to HPD for processing. He was later released with a citation and an NTA in Vermilion CO. Court.

 

Expired Driver’s License H25-0959

Time: 10:14 p.m.

Location: Rt. 1/ Rt. 9

Cited: Brandy Patterson (F) (46) of Milford

Details: HPD Officers conducted a traffic stop. A computer search revealed that Ms. Patterson was driving with an expired driver’s license. She was issued a ticket for the above charge and released from the scene with an NTA for Vermilion Co. court.

 

Driving Under the Influence BAC .191, Driving Under the Influence 2,Fleeing and Attempting to

Elude Police Officer, No Valid Driver's License, Improper Lane Usage H25-0960

Date/Time: 2/15/25 @ 10:43 p.m.

Location: W. Main St./S. 9th Ave.

Arrested: Curtiss Ward (M) (67) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD were dispatched to the report of a reckless driver. Officers found the vehicle, and a

computer check revealed subject had no valid driver’s license. Mr. Ward was taken to HPD and processed for DUI then was released with several traffic citations and traffic court date. The vehicle was towed from scene.

Operating Vehicle w/ Suspended Registration, Operating Uninsured Vehicle H25-0921 Date/Time: 2/13/25 11:52 pm Location: Cited: Details: Route 1/4000 North Lindsay Thorsten (F) (30) of Buckley HPD officers stopped the vehicle Ms. Thorsten was driving for a traffic violation. A computer check revealed the vehicle had a suspended registration. Subject was given 2 traffic citations and a traffic court date. She was released and vehicle was towed.

 

Traffic Accident Time: Location: 1:51 pm H25-0927 700 Blk of 1st Ave Unit #1: Unit #2: Details: 2010 Ford driven by Tracie Hartman (F) (60) of Hoopeston 2014 Ford bus driven by Richard Bane (M) (73) of Hoopeston Unit 1 was backing out of a parking space and struck Unit 2. No injuries were reported and both vehicles were insured. No tickets were issued.

 

Driving While License Suspended, No Registration Light H25-0937 Time: Location: Arrested: Details: 7:35 p.m. S Market St and E Lincoln St. Jaymee Smith (F) (30) of Hoopeston HPD officers stopped the vehicle Ms. Smith was driving for a traffic violation. A computer check revealed the vehicle had a suspended license. Subject was given 2 traffic citations and a traffic court date. She was released and vehicle was towed. 

Operating Motor Vehicle w/ Expired Registration Sticker H25-0906

Time: 12:06 a.m.

Location: Corner of Rt.1 and Rt. 9

Cited: Siera Fruhling (F)(29) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD officers conducted a traffic stop at the above location and cited for the above violation.

Ms. Fruhling was cited and released from the scene with an NTA for Vermilion Co. court.

 

Fire Call

Time: 7:09 pm

Location: 912 S Dixie (Casey’s Gas Station)

Details: HFD and HPD were dispatched to the above location for the report of a gas spill. HFD cleared the scene without further incident.

 

 

Disobeying Traffic Control Device H25-0920

Time: 10:02

Location: W Main/S 2nd Av

Cited: James Hagley (M) (46) Hoopeston

Details: HPD officers conducted a traffic stop at the above location. Mr. Hagley was cited for the above charge and released from the scene with an NTA for Vermilion Co court.

 

Operating When Registration Suspended for Noninsurance, Driving While License Suspended

H25-0914

Time: 6:08 pm

Location: 300 Block of West Main Street

Arrested: Ashly Blakey (F) (37) Rossville

Details: HPD officers conducted a traffic stop at the above location. Ms. Blakey was arrested for the above charges and brought to HPD for processing. She was later released with citations and an NTA for Vermilion Co. court.

Wanted on Verm Co Warrant (#24CM516) H25-0899 2025-0990

Time: 7:42pm

Location: 800 blk of W. Penn St.

Arrested: Santos Vasquez (M)(83) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD officers were with Mr. Vasquez at the above address. A computer check revealed he was wanted on a Vermilion County warrant. Mr. Vasquez was taken to HPD for processing and then transported to the PSB in Danville to await arraignment

Traffic Accident H25-0851

Date/Time: 2/10/25 2:16pm

Location: E Washington/Euclid

Unit #1: 2025 Chevrolet Equinox driven by Edith Sims (F)(95) of Hoopeston

Unit #2: 2022 Toyota Sienna driven by Daniel Downard (M) (58) of Kennewick, WA

Details: Unit #2 was stopped at the E Washington and Euclid. Unit #2 turned left onto E Washington

and struck Unit #2. No injuries were reported, no tickets were issued and both units were

insured.

 

Operating Motor Vehicle w/ expired Registration H25-0869

Time: 12:17 a.m.

Location: 900 Block of West Orange St.

Cited: David Briggs (M) (46) of Danville

Details: HPD officers conducted a traffic stop at the above location and cited for the above violation.

He was issued a NTA for Vermilion County Court and released from the scene.

 

 

 

Theft Over H24-7034

Date/Time of Incident: 12/4/2024 @ 6:18 p.m.

Location of Incident: 1020 W. Chestnut (Tractor Supply)

Date/Time of Arrest: 02/10/2025 @ 7:50 p.m.

Location of Arrest: 400 Blk. of 10th Ave

Arrested: Patrick Henning (M)(51) of Hoopeston

Details: After an investigation HPD officers made contact with Mr. Henning and he was arrested on the above violation. Mr. Henning was brought to HPD and processed then released with an NTA for Vermilion County court.

Operating Uninsured Vehicle H25-0843 Time: Location: Cited: Details: 2:50 a.m. St. Rte. 1 / W. Penn St. Jessica Miller (F) (36) of Danville HPD officers conducted a traffic stop at the above location. Ms. Miller was found to be driving without valid insurance. She was issued an NTA for Vermilion County Court and released from the scene. The vehicle was towed from the scene. 

Fire Call Time: Location: Detail: 8:39 p.m. E. 4000 N. Rd./N. 1450 E. Rd. HFD and HPD units were dispatched to the above location for a report of a brush fire in the ditch. HFD cleared the scene without further incident.  

 

ILCS: Speed H25-0779

Time: 12:07 a.m.

Location: 900 Blk. of W. Main St.

Cited: Darin Hurt (M) (53) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD officers conducted a traffic stop for the above violation. Mr. Hurt was cited and released with an NTA for Vermilion County Court.

 

Fire Call Time: Location: Details: 2:28 a.m. 800 Blk. of E. Seminary Ave. HFD was called to a structure fire. The fire was extinguished, and the scene was cleared.

 

Criminal Damage to Property (Over $500); Criminal Damage to State Supported Property; Resisting and Obstructing H25-0745 2025-0887 Date/Time of Incident: Location of Incident: Date/Time of Arrest: Location of Arrest: Arrested: Details: 2/6/2025 @ 8:10 p.m. 101 W. Main St. (Tedd’s Home Beverage) 2/9/2025 @ 1:13 a.m. 100 Blk. of W. Maple St. Anthony Chandler (M) (43) of Hoopeston HPD officers located Mr. Chandler at the above address for the Criminal Damage charges. Mr. Chandler was arrested on scene and then was charged with Resisting and Obstructing. Mr. Chandler was taken into custody and was processed at HPD. He was then transported to the PSB in Danville to await arraignment in Vermilion County Court.

 

Felony Retail Theft H25-0645 Date/Time of Incident: 2025-0907 02/02/2025 @ 2:40 p.m. Location: Date/Time of Arrest: Location of Arrest: Arrested: Details: 415 S. Dixie Hwy. (Dollar General) 02/09/2025 @ 2:47 p.m. 400 Blk. of W. Chestnut St. Jordan Davis-Ervin (M) (34) of Hoopeston HPD officers conducted a stop on Mr. Davis-Ervin and he was arrested on the above charge. He was taken into custody and brought to HPD where he was processed then was later transported to the PSB in Danville to await arraignment in Vermilion County Court.

 

Unlawful Restraint H25-0806 2025-0908 Date/Time of Incident: Location of Incident: Location of Arrest: Time: Arrested: Details: 02/09/2025 @ 12:27 a.m. 400 Blk. of W. Penn St. 400 Blk. of W. Chestnut St. 2:47 p.m. Jordan Davis-Ervin (M) (34) of Hoopeston HPD officers conducted a stop on Mr. Davis-Ervin and he was arrested on the above charges. He was taken into custody and brought to HPD where he was processed then was later transported to the PSB in Danville to await arraignment in Vermilion County Court. Theft of Motor Vehicle; Possession of Methamphetamine H25-0824 2025-0909 Date/Time of Incident: Location of Incident: Location of Arrest: Time: Arrested: Details: 02/09/2025 @ 12:38 p.m. 400 Blk. of W. Lincoln St. 400 Blk. of W. Chestnut St. 2:47 p.m. Jordan Davis-Ervin (M) (34) of Hoopeston HPD officers conducted a stop on Mr. Davis-Ervin and he was arrested on the above charges. He was taken into custody and brought to HPD where he was processed then was later transported to the PSB in Danville to await arraignment in Vermilion County Court.

 

Aggravated Discharge of a Firearm (2 Counts); Aggravated Unlawful Use of a Weapon; Aggravated Domestic Battery H25-0805 2025-0904 Date/Time of Incident: Location of Incident: Date/Time of Arrest: Location of Arrest: Arrested: Details: 2/8/2025 @ 11:22 p.m. 400 Blk. of W. Lincoln St. 2/9/2025 @ 5:39 p.m. 400 Blk. of W. Lincoln St. Charles Landers (M) (57) of Hoopeston HPD officers were called to the above location. Upon investigation, Mr. Landers was arrested and charged with the above violations. He was taken to HPD for processing then was later transported to the PSB in Danville to await arraignment in Vermilion County Court. 

Restraint of Dog by Owner (City Ordinance) H25-0736

Time: 01:09 a.m.

Location: S. 2nd Ave./W. Washington St.

Cited: Kenneth Dale II (M) (44) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD officers observed a dog loose in the above area. They met with Mr. Dale and he was given a citation for the above charge as well as a Notice to Appear in Hoopeston City Court.

 

Theft (City Ordinance) H25-0741

Time: 4:09 p.m.

Location: 300 Blk of W. Main St.

Arrested: Kyle Frazier (M) (23) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD officers responded to the above location for a report of theft made by a 62-year-old-woman. Officers later located Mr. Frazier and he was placed under arrest and brought to HPD for processing. He was released after with a citation for the above charge and a Notice to Appear in Hoopeston City Court.

Fire Call

Time: 8:41 p.m.

Location: 423 N. Dixie Hwy (Heritage Health Care)

Details: HFD units were dispatched to the above location for a fire alarm. HFD cleared the scene without further incident.

On January 31, 2025, Bradlee Williams (DOB: 8/8/1996), formerly of Tilton, Illinois, pleaded guilty to charges of Armed Robbery, a class X felony, for which he was sentenced to 30 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections, and to Aggravated Battery, a class 3 felony for which he will serve a consecutive sentence of 6 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections. Judge Mark S. Goodwin presided over the Plea hearing. Following his term of imprisonment, Williams will serve 18 months of mandatory supervised release. The People presented evidence that after 11:00 PM, on the night of May 17, 2023, Danville Police responded to the parking lot of a business on Gilbert Street. Officers arrived on scene and quickly began providing life-saving first aid to the victim until paramedics arrived. The victim stated to police that he was there to meet Kaleb Cotton. The victim was transported to the hospital, where he was treated for his injuries. Witnesses reported to police, and security footage from the area confirmed that the co-defendants left the parking lot in a white Cadillac after the shooting occurred. A short time later, the Cadillac was located at the residence of Kaleb Cotton. Through further investigation, police determined that the co-defendants had switched vehicles before fleeing to a hotel on Lynch Road in Danville. Both Williams and Cotton were located at the hotel. While speaking with police, Cotton admitted to being present during the shooting and through further investigation, it was determined that Bradlee Williams was the shooter. Kaleb Cotton was previously sentenced at a hearing in October 2024. State’s Attorney Jacqueline Lacy thanked the Danville Police Department for their quick response in providing aid to the shooting victim, as well as in their work to locate both defendants following this senseless crime. She added, “It is my hope that this case will serve as a reminder of the consequences that can result from acts of violent crime.” 

Vermilion County Farm Bureau Foundation invites everyone to join us for our annual Farm Bureau Trivia Night. This year’s theme is Super Heroes.

The event will be held Saturday, March 1 at the Georgetown Fairgrounds Banquet Hall, 413 N Seminary St, Georgetown. Doors will open at 6:30 pm, with the trivia starting at 7:00 pm. This year’s title sponsors include Illini FS, Longview Bank/Midwest AgriCredit and Country Financial agent Stevenson Harby.

Teams of up to eight people will answer general trivia questions on a variety of topics, from music to sports, from history to food. The registration fee is $150 a team, with proceeds going to support the Ag in the Classroom program.

The top two teams will receive cash awards. Recognition will also be given to the teams with the best theme spirit and best costumes.

Registration forms can be downloaded at www.vcfb.info. You can also register online and pay with credit card at the website. There is a limit of 25 teams, with 50% of the tables already reserved.

Businesses that are interested in being an event or round sponsor can contact the Vermilion County Farm Bureau offices at 217-442-8713.

Retail Theft (720 ILCS 5/16-25)(Felony Retail Theft Prior Convictions); Resisting/Obstructing;

Possession of Methamphetamine (Over 5g/less than 15g); Bringing Contraband into Penal

Institution

H25-0698 2025-0785

Date/Time of Incident: 02-04-2025 @ 5:42 p.m.

Date/Time of Arrest: 02-04-2025 @ 11:29 p.m.

Location of Incident: 415 S. Dixie Hwy. (Dollar General)

Location of Arrest: 200 Blk. of E. Main St.

Arrested: Angel Bane (F) (44) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD officers located Ms. Bane for Retail Theft. Upon arrest, Ms. Bane was

charged with Resisting/Obstruction. Ms. Bane was transported to the PSB in Danville for processing and to await arraignment. While being processed at the PSB, Ms. Bane was charged with possession and for contraband.

 

Wanted on Iroquois County Warrant FTA H25-0714

Time: 05:27 a.m.

Location: 4000 N Rd & State Rt 1

Arrested: Robin Bilbrey (F) (47) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD Officers stopped the vehicle Ms. Bilbrey was driving. A computer check revealed she had an outstanding Iroquois County warrant. She was arrested and taken to HPD to be processed. She was released after posting bond and given a new Iroquois County court date.

 

Operating Uninsured Vehicle H25-0725

Time: 6:03 p.m.

Location: E. Young Ave./N. 3rd St.

Cited: Anthony Campbell (M) (45) of Urbana

Details: HPD officers conducted a traffic stop. It was revealed that Mr. Campbell was operating an uninsured vehicle. He was cited for the above charge and released from the scene with a Notice to Appear in Vermilion County Court.

 

 

 

 

Driving While License Suspended, Resisting/Obstructing A P.O., No Insurance H25-0728

Time: 6:56 p.m.

Location: W. Main St./S. 7th Ave.

Arrested: Marcus Colunga (M) (19) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD officers conducted a traffic stop. A computer search revealed that Mr. Colunga’s Driver’s License had been suspended. He was arrested on the above charges and taken to HPD for processing. He was later released with citations and a Notice to Appear in Vermilion County Court. The vehicle was towed from the scene.

Theft (City) Date/time: Location: Arrested: Details: Fire Call Time: Location: Details: H25-0664 02/03/2025 9:01 a.m. 206 S. 1st Ave Hoopeston Multi Agency Kevin Lambert (38) (M) of Hoopeston HPD officers were dispatched to a report of a theft. An investigation found Mr. Lambert to be the suspect. He was arrested and taken to HPD to be processed. He was given a city citation and city court date.

 

07:13 a.m. 800 block of Seminary HFD was dispatched to the report of a gas smell in a residence.  

Operating Uninsured Vehicle H25-0658

Time: 12:16 a.m.

Location: 300 Blk. of S. Dixie Hwy.

Cited: Taurus Rowe (M) (25) of Chicago

Details: HPD officers conducted a traffic stop at the above location. Mr. Rowe was cited for the above violation. He was cited and released from the scene with an NTA for Vermilion County Court.

 

 

 

 

Driving While License Suspended; No Front Bumper H25-0660

Time: 1:02 a.m.

Location: W. Orange St./S. 2nd Ave.

Arrested: Rocky Stevens (M) (43) of Rossville

Details: HPD officers conducted a traffic stop at the above location. Mr. Stevens was arrested for Driving While License Suspended and cited for No Front Bumper. He was processed at HPD then was released with an NTA for Vermilion County Court.

 

 

 

 

Theft (city ordinance) H24-6769

Date/Time of report: 11/17/2024 11:30am

Date/Time arrest: 2/3/2025 10:20am

Complainant: 43 year old Hoopeston male

Arrested: Kevin Lambert (38) (M) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD officers were dispatched to the report of a theft from a porch. An investigation found

Mr. Lambert to be the suspect. He was arrested and taken to HPD to be processed. He

was given a city citation and city court date.

 

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Criminal Trespass H25-0645

Date/Time: 2/2/25 2:40pm

Location: 415 S Dixie Hwy, Dollar General

Arrested: Olivia Strawser (F) (31) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD officers were dispatched to Dollar General for the report of retail theft and trespassing.

Ms. Strawser turned herself into HPD. She was processed and released with a notice to

appear at the Vermilion County Courthouse.

 

 

 

 

Traffic Accident H25-0676

Time: 5:10 p.m.

Location: 215 W. Washington St. (Teasdale Foods)

Unit 1: 2024 Freightliner driven by Wendall Deal (M0 (63) of Connelly Springs, NC

Unit 2: 2021 Freightliner out of Fishers, IN

Details: As Unit 1 was pulling out of the dock, the trailer door was not secured and struck the mirror

of Unit 2. Both drivers were valid and insured. No citations or injuries were reported.

Operating Motor Vehicle When Registration is Suspended for No Insurance H25-0626

Time: 1:23 a.m.

Location: W. Penn St./S. Market St.

Cited: Bradley Reddy (M) (43) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD officers conducted a traffic stop at the above location. Mr. Reddy was cited for the above charge with an NTA for Vermilion County Court then released from the scene. The vehicle was towed from the scene.

 

Domestic Battery, Threatening a Public Official H25-0632, 2025-0701

Time: 4:18 p.m.

Location: 700 Blk of S. 4th St.

Arrested: Christopher Stables (M) (40) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD officers were dispatched to the above location for a domestic disturbance. Upon investigation, Mr. Stables was arrested for the above charges and taken to HPD for processing. He was later transported to the PSB in Danville to await arraignment.

 

Wanted on Warrant (Vermilion County); Possession of Methamphetamine Less than 5 Grams

H25-0642 2025-0711

Time: 12:27 a.m.

Location: 400 Blk of S. 2nd Ave.

Arrested: Christopher Smith (M) (48) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD officers were out with Mr. Smith who was known to be wanted on a Vermilion County Warrant. He was taken into custody and processed at HPD then transported to the PSB in Danville to await arraignment.

 

Fire Call

Time: 05:10 a.m.

Location: 715 W. Elm St. (Plaza Commons)

Details: HFD units were dispatched to the above address for a lift assistance. HFD cleared the scene without further incident.

Retail Theft H25-0565

Date/Time of Incident: 01/29/2025 @11:22 a.m.

Date/Time of Arrest: 01/31/2025 @ 9:00 p.m.

Location: 415 S. Dixie Hwy. - Dollar General

Arrested: Vanzettiana Williams (F) (30) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD officers were called to DG for a theft that occurred. Upon investigation, Ms. Williams came to HPD and was arrested on the above charge. She was processed at HPD then released with an NTA for Vermilion County Court.