Operating Uninsured Vehicle H25-3954

Date/Time: 06-27-2025 @ 4:03 a.m.

Location: E. Orange St./Euclid Ave.

Arrested: Stewart Johnson (M) (37) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD officers conducted a traffic stop at the above location. Mr. Johnson was released from the scene and later issued an NTA for Vermilion County Court.

 

 

Operating Motor Vehicle When Registration is Suspended for Mandatory Insurance H25-3981

Time: 12:51 a.m.

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

Arrested: Matthew Cannon (M) (34) of Hoopeston

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

 

 

Disorderly Conduct H25-3988

Time: 4:09 a.m.

Location: 500 Blk. of W. Elm St.

Arrested: Gage Fouse (M) (31)

Details: HPD officers responded to the call of a male threatening the complainant. HPD officers located Mr. Fouse. He was issued a Misdemeanor Complaint for Disorderly Conduct to appear in Vermilion County Court and was released from the scene.

Operating Motor Vehicle When Registration is Suspended for Mandatory Insurance H25-3981

Time: 10:19 p.m.

Location: W. Main St./S. 1st Ave.

Arrested: William Thomas (M) (52) of Hoopeston

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

On May 15, 2025, Deondre Smith (DOB: 6/28/1989), formerly of Danville, Illinois pleaded guilty to Aggravated Driving Under the Influence – Death of One Person, a class 2 felony. Smith was sentenced to 8 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections, to be served at 85%, followed by 2 years of mandatory supervised release. The plea and sentencing were presided over by Judge Mark Goodwin. The People presented evidence that on October 16, 2022, Illinois State Police responded to a traffic crash in the area of Route 150 and Jones Lane in Danville. A crash reconstruction investigation determined that the victims’ vehicle was struck by a vehicle driven by the defendant, Deondre Smith. As a result of the collision, a passenger in the victims’ vehicle died from injuries sustained in the crash. Defendant Smith admitted to consuming alcohol, and subsequent testing revealed his blood alcohol content to be 0.161. State’s Attorney Jacqueline Lacy said, “I would like to offer my condolences to the family of the deceased victim. An innocent life has been taken because someone chose to get behind the wheel while impaired. This was a preventable tragedy caused by a dangerous act. Driving under the influence is a crime with devastating consequences, and my office will continue to fight to protect every life on our roads.” 

Aggravated Battery Public Way, Domestic Battery x2 H25-3930 2025-4475

Time: 3:55 am

Location: 800 blk S 4th st

Arrested: Kaden Carswell (M) (24) of Hoopeston

Details: Officers received a battery report from a 22-year-old Hoopeston Female that occurred in the above location. Officers later located Mr. Carswell and placed him under arrest for the above charges. He was taken to the Hoopeston Police Station, processed, and transported to the Danville Public Safety building to await arraignment.

 

Fire Call

Time: 9:38 p.m.

Location: 800 Blk. of E. Main St.

Details: HFD was dispatched to the above address for an active alarm. HFD cleared the scene without incident.

 Hoopeston Area High School is seeking nominations for the Hoopeston Area High School Athletic Hall of Fame Class of 2026!  The mission of the Hoopeston Area High School Sports Hall of Fame is to recognize those athletes, teams, coaches, administrators, boosters, or fans who have made significant contributions to Hoopeston Area High School Athletics.  This was accomplished either through their service, performance, dedication, commitment, or accomplishments during their high school careers or have distinguished himself/herself in the field of athletics after graduating from Hoopeston Area High School.  

 

Nomination forms for the Class of 2026 are due by October 1, 2025.  Nomination forms can be found on the high school website at https://www.hoopeston.k12.il.us/o/high-school/page/athletic-hall-of-fame or by calling Principal Kim Hutzel at the Hoopeston Area High School office at (217)283-6661.  The Class of 2026 induction ceremony is currently scheduled for February 6, 2026, during halftime of the boys' high school basketball game.

 

Non-Consensual Dissemination of Private Sexual Images H25-3875 2025-4447

Date/Time of Incident: 06/24/2025 @ 2:35 a.m.

Date/Time of Arrest: 06/25/2025 @ 12:08 a.m.

Location: 400 Blk. of E. Honeywell Ave.

Arrested: Joseph Brucker (M) (40) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD officers were contacted by the complainant. Upon an investigation, Mr. Brucker was located and arrested. He was taken to HPD for processing then later transported to the PSB in Danville to await arraignment.

 

Domestic Battery H25-3908 2025-4456

Time: 11:46am

Location: 2nd Ave/ W Washington

Arrested: Edward Burton (M) (26) of Hoopeston

Details: After receiving a complaint from a 24-year-old Hoopeston female, officers located Mr. Burton at the above location and placed him under arrest for the above charge. He was taken to the Hoopeston Police Department for processing, then transported to the Danville Public Safety Building to await arraignment.

Operating Motor Vehicle When Registration is Suspended for Mandatory Insurance;

Operating Uninsured Motor Vehicle H25-3845

Time: 2:11 a.m.

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

Cited: Paul Odom Jr. (M) (29) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD officers conducted a traffic stop at the above location. Mr. Odom received citations for the above charges and was released from the scene with NTA’s for Vermilion County Court. The vehicle was towed from the scene.

 

Violation of Order Protection; Aggravated Battery of a Child Under 13 H25-3839 2025-4399

Date/Time of Call: 6/22/25 @ 8:42pm

Date/Time of Arrest: 6/23/25 @ 1:40pm

Location: 1100 blk Savannah Court

Arrested: Akeem Blackwell (M) (35) of Danville

Details: HPD officers were dispatched to the above location for the report of a domestic dispute. Mr. Blackwell had left the scene before officers arrived. After an investigation, and talking with subject, he was arrested for the above charges and transported to the PSB in Danville to await arraignment.

 

Domestic Battery H25-3855 2025-4403

Time: 2:29 p.m.

Location: 600 Blk. of S. 7th St.

Arrested: 1. Kyle Strand (M) (25) of Hoopeston

2. Hayley Garza (F) (24) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD officers were dispatched to a Domestic Disturbance. Upon investigation both parties were arrested for Domestic Battery. Mr. Strand and Ms. Garza were transported to HPD for processing then were transported to the PSB in Vermilion County to await arraignment

The Vermilion County Coroner’s Office has released the name of a victim involved in a shooting at the Winter Park in Danville Saturday night, June 21st, 2025 as Aniyah J. Davis 18 years old of Danville, IL.

The family has been notified. An autopsy was performed on June 23rd 2025 and results are pending. The Danville Police and Vermilion County Coroner’ Officer continued to investigate. If anyone has information about this or other crimes, they are encouraged to call the Danville Police Department at (217)-431-2250 or Crime Stoppers at (217) 446-TIPS.

A 19-year-old is dead, a juvenile is in serious condition, and another juvenile was also shot but has since been released.

Danville Police say it was around 10 p.m. Saturday when several 911 calls came flooding in, reporting shots fired near Winter Park in the 900 block of Winter Avenue.

When officers arrived, they found three people shot.

A 19-year-old woman was taken to a local hospital, where she was later pronounced dead.

 

A juvenile remains in serious condition, while another was treated and released.

Police say gunfire came from at least two different locations.

 

Danville Police say there are currently no suspects. They’re asking anyone with information to contact the department or Crime Stoppers. It's been noted online that over 300 people were in the park at the time of the shooting and only a handful have spoken to police. 

 

They’re asking anyone with information to contact the Danville Police Department at 217-431-2250.

Vermilion County Crimestoppers can also be contacted online at vccrimestoppers.org, by using the mobile app. P3TIPS, or call anonymously at 217-446-TIPS (8477).

DPD reminds the public that any tip leading to an arrest is eligible for up to a $1,000 reward through Vermilion County Crimestoppers.

Trespass, Disobeying Police/ City Ordinance H25-3756

Date/Time: 6/19/2025 @ 9:55pm

Location: 100 blk of W Thompson Ave

Cited: (17) (M) of Rankin / Juvenile

Details: Officers cited the above subject for the above charges that occurred in the above area.

 

#1)-Resisting and Obstructing, Aggravated Assault to Police, Aggravated Battery to Police

#2)-Possession of Cannabis 100-500 grams, Possession w/ Intent to Deliver

H25-3771 2025-4333

Time: 2:50pm

Location: 400 Blk of W Lincoln

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

Shane Grimoldby (M) (19) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD Officers responded to a call in the above area. Mr. Colunga was arrested for charges #1 and Mr. Grimoldby was arrested for charges #2. They were both taken to the Hoopeston Police Station for processing then later transported to the Danville Public Safety Building to await arraignment.

 

Expired Registration Time: Location: Cited: Details: 3:27 am W Thompson Ave/ N Dixie Hwy Brandon Bean (M) (40) of Evergreen Park H25-3818 Officers conducted a traffic stop at the above location and the above subject was issued a citation for the above offense.

 

Warrant Arrest Time: Location: 4:34pm H25-3826 912 S Dixie Hwy, Casey’s Arrested: 2025-43677 Poke, Terrance (M) (31) of Hoopeston Details HPD officers stopped the vehicle Mr. Poke was driving because of previous knowledge of him having a Vermilion County warrant. A computer check confirmed the warrant and he was arrested. He was taken to HPD to be processed and later transported to the PSB in Danville to await arraignment. 

 

 

City Ordinance-Trespassing/Disobeying Police H25-3756

Time: 9:55pm

Location: 101 W Thompson Av

Cited: Juvenile (M) (17) of Hoopeston -Trespassing/Disobeying Police

Marcus Colunga (M) (19) of Hoopeston-Trespassing/Disobeying Police

Elius Diaz (M) (18) of Hoopeston- Trespassing

Details: HPD Officers responded to a call in the above area. The above subjects were cited for the above city ordinance violations and released from the scene with an NTA for Hoopeston City Court.

 

Theft (city ordinance) H25-3581

Time/Date of occurrence: 5/12/2025 9:10am

Time/Date of arrest: 6/16/2025 8:00am

Location: Dollar General 415 S Dixie HWY

Cited: April Taden(F) (50) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD officers were dispatched to DG for the report of theft. After an investigation,

Ms. Taden was given an NTA for city court.

Fire Call

Time : 10:28 A.M.

Location: 500 Blk of E Young

Details: HFD was dispatched in reference to smoke showing at a residence. Fire was out upon arrival.

 

Hoopeston Fire Calls 6/18/2025

Brush Fire State Route 9/1130 East Rd

Power Lines Down S 5th Av/W Elm

Power Lines Down S Market/E Maple

Power Lines Down 500 blk W Main St

Tree on Power Lines S 7th St/E Washington St

Tree and Lines Down S 5th Av/W Maple St

Tree on Power Lines 500 blk E Young Av

Trees on Fire 400 blk E Washington St

Power Lines Down 500 blk N Market

Power Lines Down E Honeywell Av/N 7th St

Tree on Power Line 200 blk E McCracken

Power Lines Down 500 blk E Lincoln

Power Lines Down 800 blk E Honeywell Av

Trampoline on Power Lines 500 blk E Thompson Av

Power Pole on Fire West of Rt 1/Rt 9

EMS Assist 700 blk N 3rd St

 

Fire Call

Time: 11:28am

Location: 600 blk W Main St

Details: HFD responded to the report of wires down. Wire was cable line.

 

 

Illegal Consumption By a Minor H25-3752

Time: 7:49pm

Location: 800 blk of W Main

Arrested: Joseph Marroquin (M) (20) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD Officers responded to the above location after receiving a complaint from a

23-year-old female. Officers made contact with Mr. Marroquin, arrested him for the above charge, and took him to the Hoopeston Police Station where he was processed and later released with an NTA for Vermilion County Court.

Wanted on Vermilion County Warrant H25-3669 2025-4230 Time: Location: Arrested: Details: 12:19 a.m. E. Penn St./S. Market St. Kendrick Buckner (M) (23) of Champaign While assisting a motorist, HPD officers located Mr. Buckner. A computer check revealed he was wanted on a warrant. He was arrested and transported to HPD for processing then was transported to the PSB in Danville to await arraignment.  

Vermilion Advantage is proud to announce the launch of the Vermilion County Demolition Program, a new initiative aimed at assisting cities, villages, and townships in safely removing unsafe, abandoned, and blighted structures throughout the county. Vermilion Advantage will manage the program in cooperation with the Vermilion County Trustee Program.

 

This program is designed to promote safer neighborhoods, reduce blight, and encourage responsible redevelopment efforts. By providing financial assistance and technical support, Vermilion County seeks to empower local governments to address hazardous properties, improve community safety, and foster revitalization.

 

Program Highlights include:

 

- Funding opportunities for eligible demolition projects

- Simplified application process for local governments

- Guidance on compliance with local and state regulations

- Support in removing structures that threaten public safety

 

“Our goal is to partner with our municipalities to enhance the quality of life for all residents,” said Mike Levin, Vermilion County Trustee Director. “This demolition program will help turn neglected and unsafe properties into opportunities for community renewal and growth.”

 

Municipalities interested in participating are encouraged to submit applications beginning May 19, 2025. For more information, eligibility criteria, and application materials, please contact Mike Levin at 217-442-6201 or Mlevin@vermilionadvantage.com

 

About Vermilion County Trustee Program:

Vermilion County is committed to fostering safe, healthy, and vibrant communities through strategic development and partnerships with local governments. The Trustee Program offers selling parcels, reducing the inventory, and returning properties to productive use

Vermilion County State’s Attorney Jacqueline M. Lacy, along with the State’s Attorneys of 34 other Illinois counties, has filed an amicus brief in the U.S. Court of Appeals‘ Seventh Circuit, arguing Illinois‘ ban on so–called assault weapons is unconstitutional. 

In the amicus brief, also known as a friend–of–the–court brief, the State’s Attorneys argue that the ban enacted by the Illinois legislature is unconstitutional because it broadly bans entire categories of firearms that are widely owned by law–abiding Illinoisans, and the ban does not follow the historical tradition of firearm regulation in the United States. 

Madison County State’s Attorney Tom Haine is the lead attorney in the amicus brief. Additional counsel for the brief are the State’s Attorneys of Brown, Calhoun, Carroll, Christian, Clark, Clay, Clinton, Cumberland, Edwards, Effingham, Gallatin, Hancock, Henry, Iroquois, Jasper, Jefferson, Jersey, Jo Daviess, Johnson, Livingston, Marion, Mercer, Monroe, Ogle, Perry, Pulaski, Schuyler, Scott, Union, Vermilion, Warren, Washington, White and Woodford counties. 

“State’s Attorneys have a duty to ensure that the laws we enforce are Constitutional,” Haine said. “But this patently–unconstitutional law – which purports to ban a type of firearm far more common than the Ford F–150 while accounting for only a tiny portion of violent crime in our state and nation threatens the basic constitutional rights of the law–abiding citizens we are sworn to protect. Therefore, I am happy to partner with so many other Illinois State’s Attorneys in asking the Seventh Circuit to affirm Judge McGlynn’s excellent opinion, throw out this law, and protect our basic right of effective self–defense of hearth and home in Illinois and the rest of America.” 

The ban was approved by the Illinois legislature in January 2023. It bans the sale, purchase and manufacturing of firearms that the legislature defined as “assault weapons,” such as AR–15–style rifles. The amicus brief was filed in an appeal currently before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit and stems from a challenge to the ban filed in U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois. In November 2024, the Honorable U.S. District Judge Stephen McGlynn found the ban to be unconstitutional; an appeal of his ruling is now before the Seventh Circuit. 

In the amicus brief, Haine notes that some firearms “may seem excessive and menacing to those with little experience with firearms, but they are quite normal and valuable to millions of responsible, law- abiding Americans. In fact, it is the experience of (the State’s Attorneys), as the chief law–enforcement 

officers of our respective counties, that the overwhelmingly common use of such firearms is self- defense and recreation – for which they are well–suited – and not violent crime.” 

In the brief, Haine also notes that shootings and violence are heartbreaking reminders of the pain and sorrow caused by violent individuals who have evil intentions. 

“As prosecutors, we go to work every day to deter such crimes, command justice for victims, put those who do harm to our communities behind bars, and protect our residents by strengthening the justice system and enforcing the rule of law,” the brief argues. “It is in service to that same rule of law that we urge this honorable Court to support and uphold the Constitutionally protected rights enshrined in the Second Amendment – the right of the people to own commonplace firearms so they can defend hearth and home and live freely with the means to secure their own and others‘ ultimate safety.” The amicus brief was filed by the following State’s Attorneys: 

 

Michael Hill, State’s Attorney of Brown County 

Lucas Fanning, State’s Attorney of Calhoun County 

Aaron Kaney, State’s Attorney of Carroll County 

John H. McWard, State’s Attorney of Christian County 

Kyle Hutson, State’s Attorney of Clark County Phillip M. Givens, State’s Attorney of Clay County J.D. Brandmeyer, State’s Attorney of Clinton County Bryan D. Robbins, State’s Attorney of Cumberland County Eric A. St. Ledger, State’s Attorney of Edwards County Aaron Jones, State’s Attorney of Effingham County Douglas E. Dyhrkopp, State’s Attorney of Gallatin County Bobi Gail James, State’s Attorney of Hancock County Catherine Runty, State’s Attorney of Henry County Michael J. Quinlan, State’s Attorney of Iroquois County James S. Treccia, State’s Attorney of Jasper County 

Sean Featherstun, State’s Attorney of Jefferson County Benjamin L. Goetten, State’s Attorney of Jersey County Christopher Allendorf, State’s Attorney of Jo Daviess County 

1. Jeremy Lloyd, State’s Attorney of Johnson County Michael Regnier, State’s Attorney of Livingston County Tom Haine, State’s Attorney of Madison County Timothy J. Hudspeth, State’s Attorney of Marion County Grace Simpson, State’s Attorney of Mercer County Ryan G. Webb, State’s Attorney of Monroe County Mike Rock, State’s Attorney of Ogle County David Searby, State’s Attorney of Perry County Lisa C. Casper, State’s Attorney of Pulaski County Charles Laegeler, State’s Attorney of Schuyler County Richard K. Crews, State’s Attorney of Scott County 

Tyler Tripp, State’s Attorney of Union County Jacqueline M. Lacy, State’s Attorney of Vermilion County Thomas Siegel, State’s Attorney of Warren County 

• Crystal May, State’s Attorney of Washington County Chris Neal, State’s Attorney of White County 

Erik R. Gibson, State’s Attorney of Woodford County

Fire Call Time: Location: Details: Fire Call Time: Location: Details: 2:58 a.m. 800 Blk. of S. 4th St. HFD responded to a call for an active Carbon Monoxide alarm. HFD cleared the scene. No injuries reported.

 

 

1:05pm 500 blk N 4th St HFD, HPD and Arrow were dispatched to the report of a stove on fire. Fire extinguished.   

In 2013, the Ford County Fair decided to try scheduling a live concert event during the fair. Since then the fair has brought top-notch entertainment to the fairgrounds for their annual concert. This year’s line-up of Gretchen Wilson and Dalton Davis is no exception.

Known for her hit “Redneck Woman” and the successful album *Here for the Party*, which produced several top 5 hits, Wilson is sure to deliver an unforgettable performance. Wilson has been a hit songwriter in country music ever since she burst on the scene with that hit in 2005, which she co-wrote with John Rich (of Big & Rich). Along with her good friends and fellow Muzik Mafia members, Wilson would go on to write the majority of the songs and releases during her time with Sony Records.

Born and raised in Gastonia, North Carolina, Davis is a country artist whose journey to Nashville is as unique as his sound. With a life marked by adversity and perseverance, Davis’s music reflects his personal growth and struggles. His hit single "Sit Crooked" currently has over 700,000 streams.

Concert tickets are available on the fair’s website…fordcountyfair.org. Advance general admission is $39 in advance, which includes ticket fees and taxes. Party pit tickets are $49. Ticket prices increase the day of the concert. All tickets include fair admission, parking and carnival rides. A special ticket, available only at the gate the night of the concert, is available for those 10 and under for $10 which also includes carnival rides. Tickets purchased at the gate are cash only. Gates open at 6 p.m. with the show at 7:30. After the concert, the music of Ridgeland will be in the beer pavilion until midnight.

More information on the fair can be found on their website, www.fordcountyfair.org, and on their Facebook page.

ILCS: Driving Too Fast for Conditions H25-3587 (Traffic Accident) Time: Location: Cited: Details: 6:35 p.m. 500 Blk. of S. 2nd Ave. Shawn McAfee (M) (26) of Hebron, IN Mr. McAfee was driving NB on S. 2nd Ave. A juvenile crossed the roadway after purchasing an item from an ice cream truck. The juvenile was struck by Mr. McAfee’s vehicle in the roadway. The juvenile was transported to Carle Hospital to be treated for injuries. The driver was cited and released from the scene.  

Leaving Scene of Crash-Vehicle Damage H25-3599

Time: 12:07pm

Location: E Orange/Euclid

Unit #1: 2016 Ford Escape driven by Lela Savage (F) (82) of Hoopeston

Unit #2: 2022 Chevrolet Colorado driven by James Russell (M) (38) of Hoopeston

Details: Unit #2 was traveling westbound on Orange when he came to the intersection

with Euclid Av and proceeded to make a right turn. Unit #1 was also traveling

westbound on Orange and struck Unit #2. She continued westbound leaving

the scene. Officers later located the vehicle, and the driver was given a citation

and a traffic court date.

 

Violation of Classification Motorcycle H25-3602

Time: 3:55pm

Location: 200 blk E Main St

Cited: Ronald Leppard (M) (58) of Hoopeston

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

a computer check revealed he did not possess a motorcycle endorsement and

was cited. He also received a traffic court date.

 

Possession of Methamphetamine with Intent to Distribute (>5grams); Operating Uninsured

Vehicle; Possession of Drug Paraphernalia H25-3618 2025-4186

Time: 11:42 p.m.

Location: 824 S. Dixie Hwy.

Arrested : Charity Mezo (F) (31) of Veedersburg, IN

Details: HPD officers conducted a traffic stop. Ms. Mezo was found to be driving with the above violations. Ms. Mezo was arrested and transported to HPD for processing then was later transported to the PSB in Danville to await arraignment. The vehicle was towed from the scene.

Driving While License Suspended; Operating Uninsured VehicleH25-3619

Time: 12:58 a.m.

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

Arrested: Thomas Brown (M) (30) of Worth, IL

Details: HPD officers conducted a traffic stop. Mr. Brown was arrested for driving on the above violations. He was transported to HPD for processing then was released with NTA’s to appear in Vermilion County Court.

 

No Valid Driver's License/Expired More than 1 Year H25-3623

Time: 7:46am

Location: S 3rd St/E Orange

Cited: Iesha Hoskins (F) (30) of Hoopeston

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

A computer check revealed her driver’s license was expired. She received a

traffic citation and traffic court date and was released from scene.

On June 9, 2025, KeShawn Stapleton (DOB: 5/30/2002), formerly of Danville, Illinois, pleaded guilty to Aggravated Robbery, a class 1 felony and was sentenced to 9 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections. Following his term of imprisonment, Stapleton will serve one year of mandatory supervised release. The plea and sentencing hearing were presided over by Judge Karen Wall. The People presented evidence that on October 26, 2023, a Danville resident in the area of Lewis Street was walking to the trash dumpster around 9:40 A.M. when he was surrounded by five black males. The suspects held the victim at gunpoint and stole the victim’s backpack, which contained an Xbox, the victim’s cell phone and took the victim’s shoes from his feet. The crime was captured on a security camera. As the victim was providing descriptions to detectives with the Danville Police Department, there was a call regarding robbery suspects running towards Moore Street. Police responded to the area and observed several black males exiting a red Ford sedan in front of a residence on Moore Street. One of the males was identified as KeShawn Stapleton and the clothing he was wearing at the time of police contact matched the clothing he was wearing during the crime that was captured on video. KeShawn Stapleton was identified in the surveillance video of the robbery removing the victim’s shoes from his feet. The vehicle was searched and the victim’s shoes and cell phone were located inside the vehicle. Co-defendant Alvin Daniels was sentenced to 5 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections on February 5, 2025. Another co-defendant, a minor, has been charged. State’s Attorney Jacqueline Lacy said, “I commend the Danville Police Department for quickly identifying and apprehending these violent offenders. We are grateful to the victim for coming forward. Armed robbery is a dangerous crime that threatens the safety of our entire community. My office remains committed to working with the police to pursue justice and protect victims of violent crime.” THIS IS AN ONGOING INVESTIGATION. MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC ARE ENCOURAGED TO REPORT RELEVANT INFORMATION TO LAW ENFORCEMENT. 

Aggravated Domestic Battery, Resisting/Obstructing H25-3540/2025-4081

Time: 2:25 am

Location: 300 blk W Maple

Arrested: Brian Smith (M) (50) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD Officers took a report from a 34-year-old Hoopeston female for battery. Officers located Mr. Smith at the above location and arrested him on the above charges. He was taken to the Hoopeston Police Station where he was processed then later transported to the Danville Public Safety building to await arraignment.

 

 

Driving While License Revoked H25-3555

Time: 8:43 pm

Location: 714 W Orange (Marathon)

Arrested: Christopher Mattison (M) (40) Of Hoopeston

Details: HPD Officers conducted a traffic stop at the above location. After confirmation from a computer check, Mr. Mattison was arrested on the above charge and transferred to the Hoopeston Police Department for processing, then later released with an NTA for Vermilion Co. court.

Driving with Suspended Registration for Mandatory Ins. Violation, No insurance H25-3523

Time: 5:00 am

Location: E Orange St / S Market St

Cited: Matthew Layden (M) (50) of Oakwood

Details: HPD Officers conducted a traffic stop at the above location. A computer check confirmed Mr. Layden to be driving on the above offenses. He was released from the scene with two citations and an NTA for Vermilion Co. Court.

Wanted on Vermilion Co Warrant H25-3492

Time: 5:09 p.m.

Location: 824 S. Dixie Hwy. (McDonalds)

Arrested: Patrick Henning (M) (52) of Hoopeston

Details: Officers located Mr. Henning at the above location. He was arrested, brought to the HPD for processing then later transported to the Danville Public Safety Building to await arraignment.

 

Operating Motor Vehicle With Suspended Registration for Mandatory Insurance;

Operating Uninsured Vehicle H25-3494

Time: 6:14 p.m.

Location: 200 Blk. of North 6th Ave.

Cited: Joe Stockwell (M) (69) of Hoopeston

Details: Officers conducted a traffic stop at the above location. Mr. Stockwell received citations for the above charges and was released from the scene with NTA’s for Vermilion County Court. The vehicle was towed from the scene.

Vermilion County Coroner, Jane McFadden stated that a single motorcycle accident on Catlin-Tilton Road in Danville Township yesterday, 06/07/2025, at approximately 3:38 p.m. claimed the life of a 22-year-old Danville Illinois man. The victim has been identified as Michael AG Denton. Mr. Denton’s family was notified and an autopsy is scheduled for this week. The Illinois State Police, the Vermilion County Sheriff’s Office and the Vermilion County Coroner’s office continue to investigate.   

Operating Vehicle with Expired Registration Plates or Sticker H25-3434

Time: 1:15 a.m.

Location: E. 4000 N. Rd. / State Rte. 1

Arrested: Sheila Miabella (F) (51) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD officers conducted a traffic stop. Ms. Miabella was cited and released from the scene with an NTA for Vermilion County Court.

 

 

Aggravated Battery of an Elderly Person; Aggravated Battery on Public Way

H25-3455 2025-3967

Time: 8:17 p.m.

Location: W. Penn St./S. 6th Ave.

Arrested: Landyn Wallace (M) (18) of Milford

Details: HPD officers responded to a battery call at the above intersection. Upon investigation, Mr. Wallace was located and arrested on the above charges, brought to HPD for processing then was transported to the PSB in Danville to await arraignment.

 

Operating Motor Vehicle When Registration Suspended for Mandatory Insurance H25-3474

Time: 10:45 p.m.

Location: 500 S. 5th St.

Arrested: Michael Thorn (M) (51) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD officers conducted a traffic stop. Mr. Thorn was cited for the above violation and released from the scene with an NTA for Vermilion County Court. The vehicle was towed from the scene

Retail Theft (Under $150) H25-3418 2025-3925

Time: 2:54 p.m.

Location: 415 S. Dixie Hwy. (Dollar General Store)

Arrested : Kaylynn Kruger (F) (36) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD officers were called to the above location. After an investigation, Ms. Kruger was located, arrested, and brought to HPD for processing then was transported to the PSB in Danville to await arraignment.

 

 

Criminal Damage to Property (Over $500) H25-3101 2025-3932

Date/Time of Incident: 05-23-2025 @ 10:48 a.m.

Location of Incident: 1023 W. Main St. (The Pump)

Time of Arrest: 06-05-2025 @ 7:42 p.m.

Location: 1023 W. Main St. (The Pump)

Arrested: Joey Miranda (M) (35) of Wellington

Details: HPD officers were called to the above location for a report of damage of a poker gaming machine owned by Accel Entertainment. After an investigation, Mr. Miranda was located, arrested, and brought to HPD for processing then was transported to the PSB in Danville to await arraignment.

Trespassing (City Ordinance) H25-3390

Time: 10:32pm

Location: 615 E Orange Street (Hoopeston Area High School Softball Field)

Cited: Jason Reyes (M) (37) of Hoopeston

Details: Officers made contact with Mr. Reyes at the above location and issued him a city ordinance for the above violation. He was released from the scene with a Hoopeston City Court Date.

 

Traffic Accident (Hit and Run) H25-3404

Date/Time: 06-03-2025 @ 8:25 a.m.

Location: 701 E. Orange St. (Carle Regional Medical Center)

Details: Unit 1: Unknown

Unit 2: Samantha Perkins (F) Covington, IN

Ms. Perkins reported her vehicle to have been struck in the driver side rear-bumper causing damage to the bumper and rear tail light. Unit 2 was insured.

 

Financial Exploitation of the Elderly; Theft (under $500) H25-2261 2025-3911

Date/Time of Incident: 04-17-2025 @ 2:07 p.m.

Location of Incident: 600 Blk. of S. 8th Ave.

Date/Time of Arrest: 06-04-2025 @ 7:52 p.m.

Location of Arrest: HPD

Arrested: Heather Rogers (F) (40) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD officers responded to a complaint by a 77-year-old female. Upon investigation, Ms. Rogers was arrested on the above charges. She was processed at HPD then was transported to the PSB in Danville to await arraignment.

DWLS, No Insurance H25-3358

Date/Time: 6/2/2025 @ 11:52 pm

Location: E 4000 North / St Rt 1

Arrested: Shannon Sterling (M) (48) of Danville

Details: HPD Officers conducted a traffic stop at the above location. After confirmation from a computer check , Mr. Sterling was arrested for the above charges and transported to the Hoopeston Police Department where he was processed and later released with an NTA for Vermilion County Court.

 

Improper Backing, Operating Vehicle with Expired Registration Plates

Time: 3:04 pm

Location: 200 block W Main St

Cited: Matthew Jones (M) (30) of St. Louis, MO

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

was given 2 traffic citations and a traffic court date.

 

Disobeying Traffic Control Device H25-3383

Time: 8:14pm

Location: W Penn St / S 6th Ave

Cited: Jorge Antuna (M) (47) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD officers stopped the vehicle Mr. Antuna was driving for a traffic violation. He was given a traffic citation and a traffic court date.

On May 15, 2025, Dylan Williams (DOB: 1/26/1995), formerly of Danville, Illinois, pleaded guilty to Unlawful Possession of Methamphetamine with Intent to Deliver, a class X felony. Williams was sentenced to 8 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections, to be followed by a term of 18 months mandatory supervised release. The plea and sentencing were presided over by Judge Karen Wall. The People presented evidence that on March 26, 2024 after 8:00 P.M., Vermilion County Sheriff’s Deputies were dispatched in regards to a vehicle fleeing a traffic stop that began in Montgomery County, Indiana. The driver entered Illinois driving westbound on I-74. The driver, later identified as Dylan Williams, was seen throwing items from the vehicle. Williams eventually lost control of the car and came to a stop between mile markers 211 and 210. The defendant exited the driver’s seat upon command and a white powder-like substance fell from his lap. Upon their approach, police saw a residue suspected to be methamphetamine all down the front of the defendant’s clothing, shoes, on his hands and on the outside of the driver’s side of the vehicle. Upon search of the vehicle, officers located methamphetamine in the driver’s floorboard, the driver’s side door and the area of the center console, as well as other areas of the passenger side of the vehicle. Later, following his arrest, as the defendant exited the squad car officers located chunks of methamphetamine and the residue that fell off Williams’ person. Deputies located more than 55 grams of methamphetamine in total. Laboratory testing by the Illinois State Police Crime Lab confirmed that the substance was methamphetamine. State’s Attorney Jacqueline Lacy thanked the Vermilion County Sheriff’s Department for apprehending this defendant. She said, “This case highlights the serious threat posed by those who traffic dangerous drugs like methamphetamine through our communities. This defendant put innocent lives at risk by leading law enforcement on a chase across state lines. This sentence sends a clear message that drug dealers will be held accountable.” 

On May 16, 2025, Malik Noye (DOB: 4/1/2002), formerly of Danville, Illinois, pleaded guilty to Attempt Aggravated Battery with a Firearm, a class 1 felony. Noye was sentenced to 12 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections and following his term of imprisonment will serve 1 year of mandatory supervised release. The plea and sentencing hearing were presided over by Judge Mark Goodwin. The People presented evidence that on July 4, 2022, Malik Noye was at a gathering of family and friends. A storm was approaching so a clean-up of the party began. The victim was holding the door open for people when Noye bumped into the victim. Noye and the victim argued and then Noye pulled out a gun. A struggle ensued and the gun discharged. The victim ran away but Noye chased and shot at the victim. Noye then fled the scene. The victim did not suffer life threatening injuries and no other individuals were injured. State’s Attorney Jacqueline Lacy said, “This defendant’s choice to turn a personal dispute into an act of armed violence, especially in the presence of innocent family and friends, demonstrates a reckless disregard for human life. My office remains committed to working with law enforcement to ensure that violent offenders are held fully accountable for their actions and to ensure the safety of our community.” 

On May 22, 2025, Jalen Coe (DOB: 4/15/2003), formerly of Danville, Illinois, pleaded guilty in two separate cases to Armed Robbery, a class X felony, and to Aggravated Unlawful Use of a Weapon, a class 4 felony for a sentence of 10 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections. Following his term of imprisonment, Coe will serve 18 months of mandatory supervised release. The plea and sentencing were presided over by Judge Karen Wall. The People presented evidence that on January 2, 2024, Danville Police were dispatched to East Robinson Street from a moving vehicle. Police stopped the car, and the victim got out. At this point, the suspect moved into the driver’s seat and fled from police, but eventually crashed the car. Police were able to identify Jalen Coe as the driver. Coe fled the scene of the crash on foot. Police searched the vehicle after the crash and located a machine gun on the passenger side. During the investigation, the victim stated that after a text exchange, he agreed to bring money and cannabis to a residence on Robinson Street. Once the victim arrived inside the residence, Jalen Coe appeared from another room with a firearm, threatened the victim and robbed the victim of United States currency. Coe forced the victim into his own vehicle, and forced the victim to drive him around to look for an ATM to get more money. At some point the victim was able to call 911 and left the line open, leading police to their location. The People also presented evidence that on October 21, 2021, Danville Police responded to the area of Fowler Street for a report of shots fired. Upon arrival, officers saw two individuals who matched the description of the suspects, one of them being Jalen Coe, and stopped them for questioning. As police attempted to pat down the suspects, Coe fled on foot despite officer’s commands to stop but was eventually apprehended. Located near Coe was a loaded handgun. DNA swabs were collected from Coe and the gun. Testing by the Illinois State Police Crime Lab confirmed Coe had possessed the firearm. State’s Attorney Jacqueline Lacy said, “This sentence sends a clear message that violent crime results in serious consequences. I commend the Danville Police Department for bringing this repeat offender to justice and for protecting the good People of Vermilion County from armed violence.”

On May 15, 2025 Devante Boyd (DOB: 1/26/1995) formerly of Danville, Illinois, pleaded guilty to Armed Robbery, a class X felony, and was sentenced to 12 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections. Boyd will serve 18 months mandatory supervised release following his release from prison. Judge Karen Wall presided over the plea and sentencing. The People presented evidence that on August 7, 2022, an employee of a convenience store on Gilbert Street in Danville, was approached outside the building by two men, one of whom was carrying a shotgun. Both men followed the victim into the store. The man with the shotgun ordered the victim to empty a cash register into a bag, stealing over $300.00 in United States Currency. The second man filled a trash bag with cigarettes and cigars. Both men then exited the store and fled northbound. A short distance to the north, the clothing worn by the suspects was found discarded. DNA found on the clothing was tested and matched Devante Boyd. Additionally, records obtained through a search warrant showed Boyd’s cell phone was at the store during the robbery and at the location where the clothing was found. The second suspect has not been identified. State’s Attorney Jacqueline Lacy thanked the Danville Police Department for their efforts during the investigation of this case. She added, "Armed robbery is a violent crime that endangers innocent lives and undermines the safety of our entire community. My office is fully committed to ensuring that those who commit these offenses face serious consequences for their actions." THIS IS AN ONGOING INVESTIGATION. MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC ARE ENCOURAGED TO REPORT ANY RELEVANT INFORMATION TO LAW ENFORCEMENT. 

Failure to Signal, Disobeying Stop Sign, Fleeing or Attempting to Elude Police Officer,

DWLS H25-3322

Time: 11:44pm

Location: 500 Blk of W Penn

Arrested: Timothy Burke (M) (58) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD Officers conducted a traffic stop that ended at the above location. Mr. Burke was arrested, brought to the Hoopeston Police Station where he was processed, and released with the above citations and a NTA for Vermilion County Court.

 

Traffic Accident H25-3338

Time: 2:42pm

Location: 800 Blk of E Seminary

Unit #1: 2008 Ford Edge driven by Madison Watson (F) (24) of Hoopeston

Unit #2: 2013 Ford E350 driven by Bryson Irvin (M) (29) of Hoopeston

Details: Unit #2 was backing out onto roadway when Unit #1 ,also backing out and at fault, struck Unit #2’s driver’s side rear. Both vehicles were insured, no injuries were reported, and no citations were issued. Both Units exchanged information and were released from the scene.

Operating Motor Vehicle When Registration is Suspended for Mandatory Insurance;

Operating Uninsured Vehicle; Improper Lighting-One Headlight H25-3282

Time: 12:01 a.m.

Location: S. 3rd St. / W. Main St.

Arrested: Samantha Palomo (F) (31) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD officers conducted a traffic stop. Ms. Palomo was cited for the above violations and released from the scene with NTA’s for Vermilion County Court. The vehicle was towed from the scene

 

Operating Uninsured Vehicle H25-3301

Time: 1:38 a.m.

Location: N. 5th St. / E. Seminary Ave.

Cited: Kylie Schwartz (F) (30) of Watseka, IL

Details: HPD officers conducted a traffic stop. Ms. Schwartz was cited for no insurance. She was issued an NTA for Vermilion County Court and released from the scene.

 

 

Possession of Alcohol (Under 21); Illegal Transportation of Alcohol; Illegal Possession of

Cannabis (Under 21); No Front License Plate H25-3304

Time: 2:24 a.m.

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

Arrested: Landin Mills (M) (20) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD officers conducted a traffic stop. Mr. Mills was arrested on the above charges, brought to HPD for processing then released with NTA’s for Vermilion County Court.

 

Driving While License Revoked H25-3306

Time: 3:24 pm

Location: 500 blk S 2nd Av

Arrested: Camden Smithers (M) (19) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD officers stopped the 4 wheeler Mr. Smithers was driving. A computer check

revealed his license was revoked. Subject was arrested and taken to HPD to be

processed. He was later released with a traffic citation and traffic court date.