Theft of Services H25-6070

Time: 8:03am

Location: 700 blk of E Lincoln St

Cited: Joshua Morgeson (M) (45) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD officers were notified of Mr. Morgeson receiving water without a meter. He

was given a city citation and city court date.

Traffic Accident Date/Time: 9/26/25 @ 3:31pm Location: 824 S Dixie Hwy Unit #1: H25-6003 2016 Chrysler Van driven by Travis Johnston (M) (29) of Leroy, IL Unit #2: Details: 2021 Chevy SUV driven by Michael Garrett (M) (61) of Danville, IL Unit #1 was leaving the parking lot of McDonalds and struck Unit #2 who was facing eastbound and pulling into the parking lot. No tickets were issued, no injuries were reported, and both units were insured.

 

Operating a Motor Vehicle with Suspended Registration for Mandatory Insurance Violations, Operating a Motor Vehicle with No Proof of Insurance H25-6041 Time: Location: Cited: Details: 9:13 pm E. Main St at S. 3RD St Devin Miranda (M) (18) of Watseka HPD Officers conducted a traffic stop at the above location, cited Mr. Miranda for the above traffic violations and released him from the scene with an NTA for Vermilion Co. Court.

 

Battery – Misdemeanor Time: 12:44 am Location: Arrested: Details: 800 blk of W Main St Daytan Davis (M) (29) of Rantoul HPD officers received a battery report from a 23-year-old Cissna Park male that occurred at the above location. Mr. Davis later presented himself to the Hoopeston Police Department where he was arrested for the above charge, processed, and released with an NTA for Vermilion Co. Court.  

Theft of State Supported Property, Theft Of Services (Under City Ordinance ) H25-5955

Time: 1:02 pm

Location: 800 Blk of E McCracken Ave

Cited: Colin Carswell (F) (31) of Hoopeston

Details: After receiving information regarding the above subject violating the above city ordinance, HPD Officers cited Mr. Carswell for the above offense with an NTA for Hoopeston City Court.

 

Operating A Vehicle When Registration Suspended for Non-Insurance H25-6014

Time: 6:35 pm

Location: E Lincoln St / S Market St.

Cited: Raquel Torres (F) (56) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD Officers conducted a traffic stop at the above location. Ms. Torres was cited for the above traffic violation and released from the scene with an NTA for Vermilion Co. Court.

DUI Alcohol Over .08, DUI Alcohol, Illegal Transportation Alcohol, Operating Uninsured Vehicle, Improper Turn, Improper Lane Usage H25-5971

Time: 12:23am

Location: S 5th St/E Penn St

Arrested: Christian Sinay Gomez (M) (27) of Urbana

Details: HPD received a call about a suspicious vehicle in the area. After the vehicle was

located, and an investigation was carried out, Mr. Sinay Gomez was arrested on charges of DUI. He was taken to HPD, processed and released with the above traffic citations and a Vermilion County traffic court date.

 

Unlawful Acts Constituting Disorderly Conduct H25-5966

Date/ Time: 9/24/2025 @ 7:50 pm

Location: 400 Block of N 4th St.

Cited: Andre Hunter (M) (21) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD officers were dispatched to the report of indecent exposure. Mr. Hunter

was cited for disorderly conduct and was given a city court date.

 

Criminal Trespass Railroad Property H25-5976

Time: 5:32 pm

Location: Railroad property behind 112 E. Main St

Cited: Shannon Miller (F) (47) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD Officers observed the above subject trespassing in the above location and issued her a citation with an NTA for Vermilion County Court.

 

Wanted On A Vermilion County Warrant H25-5983 2025-7120

Time: 5:32 PM

Location: S. 2nd Avenue/ W. Elm St

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

Details: HPD officers were out with Mr. Reyes who was 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.

 

Unlawful Acts Constituting Disorderly Conduct Designated (Local Ordinance 9.16.010)

Time: 10:09 pm H25-5896

Location: 500 blk of Dice St

Cited: Curtiss Ward (M) (68) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD Officers responded to the above location and received a statement from an area resident. Mr. Ward was issued a city citation for the above ordinance violation and released from the scene with an NTA for Hoopeston City Court.

Leaving the Scene of a Crash-Vehicle Damage; Driving While License Suspended/Revoked

H25-5180

Date: 09/21/2025

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

Arrested: Brandon Arms (M) (39) of Ambia, IN

Details: After an investigation of an accident, Mr. Arms was cited for the above violations and received NTA’s for Vermilion County Court.

 

 

No Valid Driver’s License; Operating Uninsured Vehicle H25-5914

Time: 3:02 a.m.

Location: 400 Blk. of W. Penn St.

Arrested: Darwin Ajpop-Miranda (M) (21) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD officers conducted a traffic stop at the above location. Mr. Ajpop-Miranda was cited for driving with the above violations. He was given NTA’s for Vermilion County Court and was released from the scene. The vehicle was towed.

 

 

Unlawful Acts Constituting Disorderly Conduct Designated (9.16.010) Unlawful Deposits of Garbage or Waste Matter Described (8.4.040) H25-5921

Time: 6:37 pm

Location: 400 Blk. of W. Lincoln St.

Cited: 17-year-old Hoopeston Juvenile

Details: HPD Officers responded to a call at the above location, made contact with a 17-year-old juvenile and issued him city citations for the above ordinance violations. The juvenile was released from the scene with an NTA for Hoopeston City Court.

 

 

 

 

Possession of a Controlled Substance; Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

H25-5922 2025-7046

Time: 1:46 a.m.

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

Arrested: Lance Hensley (M) (32) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD officers conducted a traffic stop at the above location. Mr. Hensley was arrested on the above charges and was processed at HPD. He was later transported to the PSB in Danville to await arraignment

 

 

Traffic Accident H25-5925 Date/Time: 9/23/25 7:58am Location: 700 blk S 3rd St Unit #1: Unit #2: Details: 2016 Dodge Charger driven by Justin Jones (M) (22) of Hoopeston 2007 Jeep Liberty driven by Sally Strawser (F) (55) of Hoopeston HPD was dispatched to the report of a property damage accident at the above location. Both drivers advised they were already in the road when the other unit started backing. Unit #1 was given a citation for Operating an Uninsured Vehicle. No injuries were reported, and Unit #2 had insurance.  

Domestic Battery H25-5901 2025-6993

Time: 8:18 am

Location: 800 Blk E McCracken

Arrested: Linsey Warner (F) (37) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD Officers responded to the above location where they made contact with Ms. Warner, arrested her for the above charge and transported her to the Vermilion County PSB to await arraignment.

 

Operating Vehicle with Expired Registration Sticker; Operating Uninsured Vehicle H25-5911

Time: 10:47 p.m.

Location: E. Orange St./S. 5th St.

Arrested: Aubrey Stephen (F) (24) of Rossville

Details: HPD officers conducted a traffic stop at the above location. Ms. Stephen was found to be driving with the above violations. She was released from the scene with NTA’s for Vermilion County Court.

Traffic Accident

Time: 4:01 pm

Location: 800 block of N 6th

Unit #1: Ford Edge driven by Jason Wisdom of Hoopeston

Unit #2 Hyundai Sedan Unoccupied

Details: While backing out of a driveway unit #1 struck unit #2 which was parked on a residential side driveway. No tickets or injuries were reported and both parties were insured.

 

Driving While Registration Suspended For Mandatory Insurance Violation, Operating Uninsured Vehicle H25-5881

Time: 8:51 pm

Location: S 6th Ave/E Orange

Cited: Denieshea Evans (F) (25) of Peoria

Details: HPD Officers conducted a traffic stop in the above location. Ms. Evans received citations for the above traffic violations, released from the scene with an NTA for Vermilion Co. Court, and her vehicle was towed.

 

Operating Motor Vehicle with Expired Registration H25-5887

Time: 12:06 am

Location: 100 Block of West Main St.

Cited: Stacey Douglas (F) (41) of Alvin

Details: HPD Officers conducted a traffic stop at the above location, issued Ms. Douglas a citation for the above traffic violation, and released her from the scene.

 

Operating a Motor Vehicle When Registration Suspended for No Insurance ( Cit #14197)

Time: 4:57 am H25-5894

Location: S Dixie Hwy / W Penn St

Cited: Alton Crawford Jr. (M) (26) of Danville

Details: HPD Officers conducted a traffic stop at the above location and issued Mr. Dalton a citation for the above traffic violation. The vehicle was towed, and Mr. Dalton was released from the scene with an NTA for Vermilion Co. Court.

Fire Call Time: Location: Details: 9:28am 111 W Orange St, Dollar General HFD was dispatched to the report of an odor of natural gas inside the store. FD cleared without incident.

 

Aggravated Battery(Public Way) Time: Location: Arrested: Details: 1:51pm S. 5th Ave. and W. Elm St Lori Chandler (F)(25) H25-5855 HPD officers responded to a call after receiving a complaint. Following an investigation, officers located Ms. Chandler and arrested her for the above charge. She was taken to HPD for processing, then later transferred to the PSB in Vermilion County to await arraignment.

 

No Valid Driver’s License Date & Time: 09/17/2025 @ 4:27pm Location: E. Maple St. and S 3rd St. Cited: H25-5845 Kaden Carswell (M) (24) of Hoopeston Details: HPD Officers conducted a traffic stop at the above location. A computer check revealed Mr. Carswell had no valid driver’s license. He was cited and released from the scene with an NTA for Vermilion County Court.

 

7:59pm Wanted on Warrant (Vermilion Co. No Bond) H25-5862 2025-6919 Time: Location: Arrested: Details: 600 Block of E McNeil Ave Ricky Waddell (M) (30) of Hoopeston HPD Officers conducted a traffic stop at the above location. A computer check revealed the driver to have an active Vermilion Co. warrant. Mr. Waddell was arrested and later transported by Vermilion Co. Sheriff’s office to the Danville Public Safety Building to await arraignment. 

Aggravated Assault (Deadly Weapon-2 counts); Unlawful Possession of a Weapon by a Convicted Felon; Resisting/Obstructing a Peace Officer; Possession of Cannabis (Over 30 grams) H25-5829 2025-6850 Date: Time: Location: Arrested: Details: 09-16-2025 2:39 p.m. 500 Blk. of E. Penn St. Shane Grimoldby (M) (18) of Hoopeston HPD officers were dispatched to the area of the above listed address for the report of an armed person in the area. After a brief investigation, HPD officers located then arrested Mr. Grimoldby for the above charges. He was taken into custody then was transported to the PSB in Danville to await arraignment.  

Traffic Accident H25-5811

Time: 3:59pm

Location: W Thompson Av/N Dixie Hwy

Unit #1: 2010 Chrysler driven by Wanda Hauk (F) (61) of Hoopeston

Unit #2: 2000 Buick driven by Anthony Stebbins (M) (33) of Milford

Details: HPD, HFD and Arrow were dispatched to the report of a traffic accident. Unit 1 was

stopped facing southbound on N Dixie Hwy at the intersection waiting to turn east on

Thompson Ave. Unit #1 turned in front of Unit #2 who was travelling northbound on N Dixie Hwy. Unit #2 struck Unit #1. Arrow EMS transported 2 people from the scene. Both Units were insured, and the driver of Unit #1 was ticketed for failure to yield.

 

 

Fire Call

Time: 6:38am

Location: 400 blk S 4th Av

Details: HFD was dispatched to the report of a vehicle on fire. Fire was extinguished.

 

 

 

Burning of Trash and Refuse H25-5798

Date/Time: 9/14/2025 @ 9:14

Location: 500 block of E. Young Ave

Cited: Austin Johnston (M)(30) of Hoopeston

Details: HFD and HPD were dispatched to the above location for an illegal burn. The fire was extinguished, and Mr. Johnston was cited with an NTA for Hoopeston City Court.

Disorderly Conduct H25-5758

Time: 12:10 am

Location: 700 block of E. Thompson Ave.

Cited: Jacob Rush (18) (M) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD officers were dispatched to the above address for the following charge. After an investigation, Mr. Rush was given a notice to appear in Vermilion County court for disorderly conduct

 

Residential Burglary H25-5764 2025-676

Time: 12:15 pm

Location: 400 block of E. Seminary

Cited: Elbert Cannon (59) (M) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD Officers investigated a report of residential burglary. Mr. Cannon was located and taken to HPD for processing then was later transported to the PSB in Danville to await arraignment.

 

Fire Call - Illegal Burn Time: Location: Details: 9:14 p.m. 500 Blk. of E. Young Ave. HFD was dispatched for the report of a yard on fire. The fire was extinguished. The scene was cleared and no injuries were reported. 

Burning of Trash and Refuse (City) (8.08.010) Time: Location: Cited: Details: 6:29 pm 500 blk of W Elm Mary Ford (F) (74) of Hoopeston H25-5716 Ms. Ford was issued a citation for the above city ordinance violation, at the above location, and released with an NTA for Hoopeston City Court.

 

 

Wanted on Vermilion Co Warrant Time: Location: Arrested: Details: 8:46 pm S 1st Ave / W Orange St. Victor Hutton (M) (57) of Hoopeston H25-5738 2025-6727 HPD Officers made contact with Mr. Hutton at the above location. Following validation of having active Vermilion Co. Warrant, Mr. Hutton was arrested, processed at Hoopeston Police Department, then transported to the Danville Public Safety building by Vermilion County , to await arraignment.  

The Danville Area Visitors Bureau (DAVB) proudly announces the appointment of Rhonda Ellis as its new Executive Director, effective immediately. A familiar face in the region’s tourism landscape, Ellis previously served as the Marketing and Sales Administrator for the DAVB for 11 years. She steps into the leadership role following the retirement of longtime director Jeanie Cooke, who led the organization for more than three decades.

Ellis has been instrumental in shaping the bureau’s tourism and event marketing for more than a decade, playing a hands-on role in some of Vermilion County’s most recognized events, including NJCAA Division II Men’s Basketball Championships, Balloons Over Vermilion, and the American Legion State Golf Tournament. In her new role, she will lead the organization’s mission to increase tourism, support local businesses, and elevate Danville and Vermilion County as premier travel destinations in the Midwest.

“We are thrilled to have Rhonda step into this leadership position,” said Gary Hackler, President of the DAVB Board. “Her deep knowledge of our region, her proven passion for promoting local events, and her strategic vision make her the ideal person to guide the bureau into its next chapter.”

Ellis succeeds Jeanie Cooke, who retires after 32 years of service at the helm of the bureau. Under Cooke’s leadership, DAVB grew into a cornerstone of Danville’s cultural and economic development, helping attract major events, support local arts organizations, and bolster small business growth.

“Jeanie has impacted Vermilion County in so many ways during her time as the leader of the DAVB,” said Mike Hulvey, Vice Chair of the National Junior College Athletic Association DII Men’s National Tournament. “The NJCAA is a living testament to the teamwork for community events that she has helped lead, not only here at home but also at NJCAA conventions and national meetings, where she proudly represented Danville and Vermilion County. We thank her for her dedication.”

Tourism continues to be a powerful economic engine for Vermilion County, with visitor spending reaching $43.7 million in 2023 and supporting more than 270 local jobs, according to the Illinois Office of Tourism. Under Ellis’s leadership, the DAVB is poised to expand those efforts and promote Danville as a top-tier travel destination.

About Danville Area Visitors Bureau (DAVB) The Danville Area Visitors Bureau is dedicated to promoting tourism, economic development, and community pride in Danville and throughout Vermilion County, Illinois. Through strategic marketing, event partnerships, and visitor services, DAVB helps showcase the region’s unique attractions, cultural heritage, and small-town hospitality.

Fire Call

HFD, with the assistance of HPD and Rossville EMS, responded to the 400 Blk of E Washington @ 12:51 am for the odor of natural gas in the residence. All units cleared the scene.

 

Traffic Accident H25-5710

Time: 3:15 pm

Location: Hoopeston Area High School

Unit #1: 2012 Chevy Malibu driven by a 16-year-old (F) of Hoopeston

Unit #2: 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander driven by a 25-year-old (M) of Milford

Details: Unit #1, while attempting to turn Westbound on East Orange St., failed to stop and yield exiting the parking lot, struck Unit #2 who was traveling Westbound on East Orange St. Both Units were insured, towed from the scene, and no tickets or injuries were reported.

Wanted on Vermilion County Warrant H25-5683 2025-6657

Time: 2:49 pm

Location: 500 Block of E McNiel Ave

Cited: Holly Irvin (F)(45) of Hoopeston

Details: Ms. Irvin was arrested at the above location on a Vermilion County warrant for Failure To Appear. She was taken to the Hoopeston Police Department for processing then transported to the PSB in Danville to await arraignment.

Fire Call

On 9/7/2025 at 11:31 p.m., HFD responded to the 400 Blk. of Front St. for the smell of a natural gas odor. HFD cleared the scene.

Traffic Accident H25-5619

Date/Time: 9/6/25 11:53am

Location: 100 blk W Orange

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

Unit #2: 2024 Kia driven by McKenzie Baughn (F) (40) of Hoopeston

Details: Unit #2 was stopped waiting to pull out onto Route 9 (W Orange) when Unit #1

pulled into the parking lot striking Unit #2. No injuries were reported, no tickets were

issued and both parties were insured.

Driving While Registration Expired H25-5663

Time: 7:01 pm

Location: N. 5th St.& E. McCracken

Cited: Jason Zaragoza (M) (22) of Watseka

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

Failure to Reduce Speed/Accident H25-5635

Date/Time: 9/7/2025 2:30pm

Location: w Orange & S 6th St

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

Unit #2: 2012 Trailer driven Skylar Cunningham (M) (22) of Covington IN

Details: Unit #2 was stopped waiting to turn onto s 6th ave when unit #1 Failed to reduce speed and landed on the trailer. No injuries were reported, Ms. Watson was issued an NTA for Vermilion County Court.

Unlawful Acts Constituting Disorderly Conduct (city) H25-5615

Time: 9:06am

Location: 400 blk S 2nd Av

Cited: Kevin Fink (M) (67) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD officers were dispatched to the report of indecent exposure. Mr. Fink

was cited for disorderly conduct and was given a city court date.

Breach of the Peace Disorderly Conduct Designated (City Ordinance 9.16.020)H25-5557

Time: 2:00 a.m.

Location: 400 Blk. of 2nd Ave.

Cited: Celeste Binder (F) (32) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD officers were called to a noise complaint. After investigation, Ms. Binder was cited and released with an NTA for Hoopeston Municipal Court.

 

Fire Call

Time: 5:52 am

Location: 800 blk W Washington

Details: HFD responded to the above location for a residential CO alarm. Nothing was detected and HFD cleared the scene.

Found Items from the Sweetcorn Festival 1. Debit Card belonging to Liberty Trevino 2. A wallet belonging to Christopher Munoz 3. A wallet belonging to Kregg Carswell 4. A tablet in case 5. A key on a keychain All items can be identified and claimed at HPD.

 

Restraint of Dogs by Owner or Keeper (city) Time: Location: Cited: Details: 10:18am City Slab, 1118 S Dixie Hwy Emil Michaels (M) (66) of Hoopeston H25-5535 HPD officers were called to the city slab for a report of a dog owner letting his dog run loose and not cleaning up after the dog. Mr. Michaels was cited on the above charge and was given a city court date.

 

Traffic Accident: Failure to Yield – Stop or Yield Intersection Time: Location: Cited: Unit 1: 4:06 p.m. Traffic Supply Lot Exit Way/W. Orange St. Patricia Farrell (F) (77) of Hoopeston H25-5544 2009 Chevrolet Impala driven by Patricia Farrell of Hoopeston Unit 2: Details: 2018 Dodge Ram driven by James Van Hovelyn of Milford, IL While pulling out of the parking lot exit onto W. Orange St., Unit 1 failed to stop at the stop sign before pulling into the roadway. Unit 2 struck Unit 1 as it entered into the westbound lane. Unit 1 was issued the above citation. Both units were insured. HFD and Arrow ambulance responded to scene. Both units were towed from the scene and all parties refused Arrow services.  

Trespassing (City Ordinance) H25-5503

Date/Time: 8/31/2025 @ 6:59pm

Location: Mcferren Park

Cited: 17 (M) Juvenile of Hoopeston

Details: A 17-year-old male juvenile was cited for the above city ordinance violation at the above location. He was released with an NTA for Hoopeston city court.

 

Domestic Battery H25-5519

Time: 1:38 am

Location: 800 Blk of E Seminary

Arrested: Olivia Simonton (F) (22) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD Officers responded to a call in the above area. Ms. Simonton was arrested on the above charge, processed at HPD, then later transported to the Danville Public Safety Building to await arraignment.

 

Failure to Reduce Speed to Avoid an Accident H25-5474

Date/Time: 8/30/25 12:24pm

Location: W Orange/S 3rd Av

Unit #1: 2011 Ford sedan driven by Zachary Davis (18) (M) of Hoopeston

Unit #2: 2014 GMC Acadia driven by Ashley Miller (40) (F) of Hoopeston

Details: Unit #2 was traveling eastbound on W Orange turning onto S 3rd Av when she was

struck in the rear by Unit #1 who was also traveling eastbound on Orange. No injuries were reported, both parties were insured and Unit # 1 was given a citation and a county traffic court date.

Wanted on Warrant (Vermilion County) FTA Pretrial H25-5524

Time: 12:55 pm

Location: 1 McFerren Way

Arrested: Darrell Turner (M) (35) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD officers were out with Mr. Turner who was 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.