Operating Vehicle when Suspended for Noninsurance; Operating Uninsured Vehicle; Driving While License Suspended H25-6722

Time: 10:38 p.m.

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

Arrested: Shane McCarty (M) (39) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD officers conducted a traffic stop. Mr. McCarty was taken into custody, transported to HPD for processing, and was released with NTA’s for Vermilion County Court.

 Multiple officers with the Watseka Police Department are being investigated by the Illinois State Police, officials confirmed on Wednesday.

Watseka Police Chief Eric Starkey was unable to confirm the identities of the officers under investigation, or how many are being investigated. But, Starkey was able to share that the officers under investigation have been on leave since July.

Registration Suspended for Mandatory Insurance H25-6683

Time: 3:58 p.m.

Location: N 6th St. / E. McCracken Ave.

Arrested: Ahime Gonzalez (F) (21) of Hoopeston

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

Operating Uninsured Vehicle; Illegal Transportation of Alcohol; Reckless Driving; Disobeying Traffic Control Device x 2 -Stop Sign; Following too Closely; Failure to Signal When Required H25-6667

Time: 5:26 p.m.

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

Arrested: Tierra Arseneau (F) (22) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD officers conducted a traffic stop. Ms. Arseneau was taken into custody and brought to HPD for processing. She was later released with NTA’s for Vermilion County Court.

State Senator Chapin Rose (R-Mahomet) released the following statement after a tragic DUI crash involving an illegal immigrant took the lives of a Coles County Board member and his wife:

“It has now been confirmed that the Clark County Sheriff has received an ICE detention order for the suspect in the horrific DUI accident that killed Coles County Board member Mike Clayton and his wife, Gail, and also horribly injured two others Friday night.   

"Worse yet, under Illinois’s idiotic laws that protect illegals and criminals over citizens – laws that Governor Pritzker refuses to fix – the Clark County Sheriff is not even allowed to enforce the ICE order to detain the suspect, Edwin O. Pacheco-Meza. It is also totally ridiculous that the Illinois State Police have apparently been ordered not to release the citizenship status of the suspect – hiding the basic details of this tragedy from the public at large. 

"The Claytons are, at least, the 5^th and 6^th DUI related death in east central Illinois by an illegal in as many years. How many more have to die before Governor Pritzker stops worrying about being President and starts standing up for the actual citizens of Illinois?”

Operating Uninsured Vehicle, Improper Use of Registration H25-6625

Date & time: 10/24/25 9:41 PM

Location: S 6th Ave/W Orange St

Cited: Kirah Leslie (F) (18) of Mahomet

Details: HPD conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle with the above subject identified as the driver. Ms. Leslie was cited for the listed charges and given a notice to appear in Vermilion County court then released from the scene.

 

Battery City Ordinance H25-6604

Date/Time: 10/23/2025 9:45 PM

Location: 400 W Lincoln St.

Cited: Kristy Powers (F) (46) of Hoopeston

Zach Curry (M) (24) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD officers met Mr. Curry at HPD. Officers then cited Ms. Powers and Mr. Curry for the above charge at the above location. They were both given NTA’s for Hoopeston City Court.

 

Violation of Order of Protection H25-6633 2025-7908

Time: 3:20 PM

Location: E Seminary Ave / N 6th St.

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

Details: While on patrol, HPD officers witnessed the above subject commit the above offense. Mr. Smith was located, arrested for the above charge, and transported to the Danville Public Safety building to await arraignment.

 

Unlawful Acts Constituting Disorderly Conduct Designated (City Ordinance 9.16.010) Date/Time: 10/25/2025 @ 8:27 pm Location: 400 Blk of E Honeywell Ave Cited: Details: Jonathan Lane (M) (35) of Hoopeston HPD Officers received a report that occurred at the above location. Mr. Lane was later located, issued an NTA for Hoopeston Municipal Court, then was released from the scene.

 

Operating Vehicle When Registration Suspended for Noninsurance Time: Location: Cited: Details: 11:01 am W Elm St. / S 4th Ave. Joshua Morgeson (M) (45) of Hoopeston H25-6654 HPD Officers conducted a traffic stop at the above location. Mr. Morgeson was issued an NTA for Vermilion County Court and was released from the scene.  

Christmas is coming! The Hoopeston Jaycees will host registration for their annual Toys for Kids Project, which allows qualifying families to select new toys and stocking stuffers for children ages 0-12. Participation will be open to all residences within the Hoopeston Area School District, including Hoopeston, Rankin, East Lynn, Wellington, and Cheneyville. Income qualification will be based on the book waiver through the school district. Applicants must be parents and/or guardians, and are asked to bring proof of residency and children.

Registration will take place in person only at the Hoopeston First United Methodist Church (403 E. Main St.) on the following dates:

Wednesday, November 5: 9:30-11:30 a.m.

Wednesday, November 5: 6:00-7:30 p.m.

Saturday, November 8: 9:00-10:30 a.m.

Please direct any questions to info@hoopestonjaycees.org or our Facebook page at “Hoopeston Jaycees”.

Domestic Battery; Resisting and Obstructing a Peace Officer H25-6577 2025-7848

Date/Time: 10/22/2025 8:11pm

Location: 700 block of S 3rd St.

Arrested: Rafael Resendez (M) (40) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD officers were dispatched to the above location. Mr. Resendez was arrested on the above charges, processed at HPD, then later transported to the Danville Public Safety Building to await arraignment.

 

 

 

 

Driving While License Suspended; Operating Uninsured Vehicle; Operating Vehicle with Expired Registration. H25-6577 2025-7848

Date/Time: 10/22/2025 8:11PM

Location: 700 block of S 3rd St.

Arrested: Katie Davis (F) (35) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD officers were dispatched to the above location. Ms. Davis was arrested for the above traffic violations, brought to HPD for processing, then released with an NTA for Vermilion County Court.

 

 

 

Domestic Battery; Interfering with the Report of Domestic Violence H25-6582 2025-7851

Time: 12:09 am

Location: 600 Block of N Market St.

Arrested: Charles Langston III (M) (31) of Hoopeston

Details : HPD officers were dispatched to the above location. Mr. Langston was brought to HPD for the above charges, processed, and later transported to the PSB in Danville to await arraignment

 

Possession of Cannabis; Possession of Cannabis w/ Intent to Deliver; Possession of Cocaine; Possession of Cocaine w/ Intent to Deliver; Domestic Battery; Resisting/Obstructing a Peace Officer; Obstruction; Aggravated Fleeing/Eluding a Peace Officer; Driving While License Revoked; Operating Uninsured Vehicle; Leaving the Scene of a Property Damage Accident H25-6563 2025-7836

Time: 1:14 p.m.

Location: 500 Blk. of E. Penn St.

Arrested: Nathan Blanton (M) (30) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD officers were called to the 400 Blk. of S. 4th St. After a brief pursuit Mr. Blanton was apprehended and brought to HPD for processing. After an investigation Mr. Blanton was charged on the above offenses. He was later transported to the PSB in Danville to await arraignment.

 

 

Assault; Intimidation H25-6557 2025-7837

Date/Time of Offense: 10/21/2025 @ 7:44 p.m.

Date of Arrest: 10/22/2025

Location: 500 Blk. of East Penn St.

Arrested: Nathan Blanton (M) (30) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD officers were investigating another call-for-service for Mr. Blanton. Mr. Blanton was located and brought to HPD for the above charges. He was processed then transported to the PSB in Vermilion County to await arraignment.

 

 

Burglary H25-6589 2025-7858

Time: 09:12 a.m.

Location: 300 block of W Elm St.

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

Details: HPD officers were dispatched to the above location. Mr. Reyes was brought to HPD for the above charge. Mr. Reyes was processed and later transported to the PSB in Danville to await an arraignment

On October 23, 2025, a Vermilion County jury found William Coleman (DOB: 11/4/1982), formerly of Danville, Illinois, guilty of Unlawful Possession of a Weapon by a Felon, a class 3 felony, Aggravated Unlawful Use of a Weapon – No FOID, a class 4 felony, Aggravated Unlawful Use of a Weapon – No Conceal Carry License, a class 4 felony. The case was prosecuted by Assistant State’s Attorneys Jake Klein and Daniel Reynolds. The trial was presided over by Judge Mark S. Goodwin. A sentencing hearing is scheduled for December 18, 2025. The People presented evidence that on January 29, 2023, at a bar on North Vermilion Street, Danville Police responded in reference to a handgun that had been found inside the women’s restroom. Security footage identified William Coleman walking into the women’s restroom. Following a thorough investigation by Danville Police Department and lab testing by the Illinois State Police Crime Lab, results confirmed William Coleman’s DNA on the trigger of the firearm. The People also presented to the Jury that additional charges were filed against William Coleman in case number 2025-CF-746, for Communication with a Witness, a class 3 felony. The witness testified that on September 15, 2025, William Coleman grabbed her by the arm at the same bar on North Vermilion Street, and talked to her about his pending case where she is a witness. The witness testified that Coleman told her to “plead the fifth” and to say she was drunk. Officers collected security footage that confirmed the witness statements. This case is pending and a Status Hearing is scheduled for December 18, 2025. State’s Attorney Jacqueline Lacy and Assistant State’s Attorneys Jake Klein and Daniel Reynolds thanked the witness for coming forward to initially report the gun, and for bravely continuing to cooperate following the additional report of Communication with a Witness. They also thanked the Danville Police Department for their investigation. State’s Attorney Jacqueline Lacy said, “We thank the members of the jury for their time, careful attention to the evidence and for their service to our community.” THE PUBLIC IS REMINDED THAT CRIMINAL DEFENDANTS ARE PRESUMED INNOCENT UNTIL THE GOVERNMENT IS ABLE TO PROVE ITS CHARGES IN COURT BEYOND A REASONABLE DOUBT.

1. Wanted on Vermilion County Warrant H25-6546 2025-7801

2. Residential Burglary; Theft (over); Possession of Methamphetamine; Criminal Damage to Property H25-6560 2025-7828

Date/Time: 10/21/2025 @ 12:17 p.m.

Location: 800 Blk. of E. Honeywell Ave.

Arrested: Brandon Arms (M) (39) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD officers were dispatched for removal of a subject. Mr. Arms was located and arrested on a Vermilion County Warrant. He was taken to HPD, processed, then transported to the PSB in Danville to await arraignment. Upon investigation, Mr. Arms was also arrested on the other listed offenses and will await arraignment.

Fire Call

Location/Time: 700 Blk. of E. Elm St. @ 9:51 a.m.

HFD was dispatched to a gas leak in the area. HFD was able to clear the scene. No injuries were reported

The Vermilion County Coroner, Jane McFadden stated that an accident involving a motorcycle and an SUV on Friday at 3:34 p.m. on North Gilbert Street in Danville claimed the life of a 46-year-old Danville man. The victim has been identified as Michael J. K. Wagle.

Mr. Wagle’s family were located and notified who are out of state and his autopsy is scheduled for this week.

The Danville Police Department, the Illinois State Police and the Vermilion County Coroner’s office continue to investigate.

Fire Call

Time: 10:06am

Location: 423 N Dixie Hwy, Heritage Health

Details: HFD was dispatched to Heritage for the report of a CO detection alarm. No

CO was detected.

 

 

Driving Uninsured Vehicle H25-6511

Date of Incident: 10/18/2025

Time: 11:22 p.m.

Location: College Way/W. Main St.

Arrested: Joseph Henry (M) (44) of Oxford, IN

Details: HPD officers conducted a traffic stop. Mr. Henry was found to be driving without proof-of-insurance. He was issued an NTA for Vermilion County Court.

Noisy Animal Prohibited (City Ordinance 6.04.020); Restraint of Dogs by Owner or Keeper (City Ordinance 6.08.070) H25-6497 Time: Location: Cited: Details: 4:27 am 400 Blk of S. 2nd Ave. Kenneth Dale II (M) (45) of Hoopeston HPD Officers responded to the complaint of a barking dog in the above area. The dog’s owner was located, issued two city citations, and released from the scene.  

Warrant Arrest (Livingston County, No Bond), Domestic Battery H25-6463 2025-7676

Time: 07:52 am

Location: 500 blk E Main St

Arrested: Zachariah Gottlieb (M) (28) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD officers were dispatched to the area for the report of a domestic disturbance.

A computer check revealed Mr. Gottlieb had an outstanding warrant through

Livingston County. Subject was arrested and taken to HPD to be processed. He

was later transported to the PSB in Danville to await extradition.

 

Violation Of Pretrial Release H25-6470 2025-7692

Time: 3:22 pm

Location: 100 blk Sawgrass Dr

Arrested: Connor Velleux (M) (21) of Hoopeston

Details: Mr. Velleux presented himself at the Hoopeston Police Department following an incident that occurred at the above time. Mr. Velleux was placed under arrest for the above charge, processed, then transported to the Danville Public Safety Building to await arraignment.

 

Possession of Meth < 5gms, Retail Theft With Prior Convictions, Unlawful Use of a Weapon by a Felon H25-6476 2025-7691

Time: 8:45 pm

Location: 101 W Main St. (Tedds)

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

Details: HPD Officers responded to the above business for a Retail Theft Report. Ms. Binder was located, arrested, processed at HPD, then transported to the Danville Public Safety Building to await arraignment for the above charges.

 

 

Criminal Damage to Property H25-6483 Time: Location: Arrested: Details: 9:17 a.m. 600 Blk. of E. Young Ave. Olivia Simonton (F) (23) of Hoopeston HPD officers were dispatched to the above location. Ms. Simonton was arrested, taken to HPD for processing then was released. 

Wanted on an Illinois Department of Corrections Warrant H25-6445 2025-7656

Time: 3:11 pm

Location: 1000 blk of S Dixie Highway

Arrested: Matthew Hill (M) (44) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD conducted a traffic stop at the above location. After confirmation of a valid DOC warrant, Mr. Hill was placed under arrest, taken to HPD for processing, then later transported to the Danville Public Safety Building to await arraignment.

 

Violation of Order of Protection H25-6454 2025-7664

Time: 7:20 pm

Location: 300 blk of W Maple

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

Details: HPD Officers responded to a call at the above location where they located Mr. Smith and arrested him for the above charge. Mr. Smith was taken to HPD for processing, then later transported to the Danville Public Safety Building to await arraignment.

Danville, Illinois – The Vermilion Advantage Board of Directors has announced that Tracy Wahlfeldt has been appointed Interim Chief Executive Officer of Vermilion Advantage. She will officially begin her role on October 27, 2025, and will support the organization on an interim basis while the Board conducts a comprehensive search for a permanent CEO.

Wahlfeldt brings more than two decades of leadership, community engagement, and economic development experience to the position. She served as Director of Economic Development for Vermilion Advantage from 2003–2008, helping strengthen partnerships between local businesses, education, and community organizations.

Following that role, Wahlfeldt became Executive Director of the Danville Area Community College Foundation from 2008–2018, where she led scholarship growth and alumni engagement initiatives that expanded opportunities for students across the region. From 2018 until her retirement in April 2025, she served as Executive Director of the Parkland College Foundation, guiding successful fundraising efforts and community partnerships that advanced the college’s mission.

Prior to her work in higher education and economic development, Wahlfeldt held positions with Old National Bank and Hyster Company/NACCO Industries, further broadening her leadership and business experience.

“Tracy’s proven leadership, community relationships, and understanding of Vermilion County’s economic landscape make her an excellent choice to guide the organization during this transition,” said Gary Tucker, Chairman of the Vermilion Advantage Board of Directors. “We are confident she will continue to advance our mission of supporting business growth and workforce development.”

Wahlfeldt and her husband Scott reside on their family farm in rural Fithian, Illinois. As Interim CEO, she will focus on maintaining strong partnerships with member businesses, local governments, and community stakeholders.

No injuries reported as concrete grain silo collapsed Wednesday afternoon in the small Iroquois County, Illinois community of Martinton.

 

An unrelated 10:30 a.m. request for an ambulance at the Donovan Farmers Co-Op Elevator on the east side of the Martinton fire district, brought first responders within eyesight of the silos at the facility. During that incident, one of the ambulance personnel happened to look in the direction of the fated silo, constructed in 1972 and filled with 30,000 bushels of harvested soybeans. With that glance he noticed a bulge of concrete and rebar beginning to form on the north side of the silo. Recognizing the potential for a significant life safety situation he notified the Martinton Fire Chief, Jeff Meyer. At approximately 11:15 a.m. Chief Meyer requested fire personnel from Martinton as well as the adjacent communities of Papineau and Watseka to the elevator. These fire crews were tasked with identifying and evacuating employees from the immediate vicinity of the silo and establishing a protected potential collapse zone. An accurate count of facility workers was obtained and the removal of the grain from within the structure began. At approximately 12:45 p.m. a shift with the grain contained in the silo was noted and an evacuation of the immediate area was ordered. Within minutes of that order- at approximately 12:52 p.m., the silo started to crumble and collapse. As it fell, it landed on the main structure of power lines and poles that fed the entire village. Following the collapse Chief Meyer requested additional assistance from Ashkum Fire and a standby ambulance from Riverside.

 

“Thanks to the observant eye of the ambulance personnel at the original call we were able to evacuate and secure the area around the silo.” Martinton Fire Chief Jeff Meyer said, “This action certainly prevented what may have been life threatening injuries or even fatalities. I am extremely grateful to the ambulance crew for bringing this situation to my attention. Throughout the incident no injuries were reported.”

 

As of 9:00 p.m. Wednesday the streets and area around the elevator remain closed as crews work throughout the night to clean up the spilled grain and debris. Ameren continues to get the poles and lines reconstructed, allowing electric to be restored to the community. Power officials are still uncertain about the time required but estimates of between 3:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Thursday are being mentioned.

 

This release from Iroquois County EMA was compiled with information received from Chief Meyer and is being distributed to the media with EMA acting as a public information officer

 

The Vermilion County Sheriff’s Department responded to a 3 vehicle crash on State Route 1 at 15th Street, at the North end of Georgetown at approximately 12:16PM on 10/15/25.   The investigation shows that 3 vehicles were traveling southbound when the rear vehicle tried to pass the middle vehicle.  This vehicle then rear-ended the front vehicle.  The passing vehicle then crossed into the northbound lane and struck a northbound vehicle head-on.  The passing vehicle had 3 occupants and the other two vehicles each had 1 occupant.  One person from the vehicle that was passing the other vehicles was pronounced deceased at the scene.  All other persons involved were transported to the hospital by ambulance.  The crash is still under investigation by the sheriff’s department and the Vermilion County Coroner’s office.The Vermilion County Coroner, Jane McFadden stated that a motor vehicle accident involving three vehicles southbound on State Route 1 this afternoon resulted in the death of 51-year-old Michael L. Vermillion, of Danville.

 

Mr. Vermillion’s family has been notified and an autopsy is scheduled for the end of the week. The Vermilion County Sheriff’s Office and the Vermilion County Coroner’s office continue to investigate

Danville, Illinois — The Board of Directors of Vermilion Advantage is aware of recent public statements made by former CEO Mike Marron regarding the Vermilion County Board and alleged misconduct. We believe it is important to clarify inaccuracies and reaffirm our organization’s role and independence.

Contrary to statements made, Vermilion Advantage is not a subsidiary of Vermilion County. Vermilion Advantage is a private, member-driven, not-for-profit organization that serves as the county’s economic development and business leadership entity. We collaborate with many public and private partners, including the County Board, municipalities, and employers across the region, but we remain a fully independent organization governed by our own Board of Directors.

At this time, we have no reason to believe that the alleged bribery or any related activities involve wrongdoing by anyone representing or employed by Vermilion Advantage. Integrity and ethical conduct are central to our mission and values. We will continue to focus on advancing economic growth, supporting our business community, and strengthening Vermilion County’s competitiveness.

Fire Call Time: Location: Details: Fire Call Time: Location: Details: 2:34 pm 17000 E Blk of 4200 North Rd HFD responded to the above area for smoke inside the residence. No active fire was reported, and all units cleared the scene.

 

4:59 pm 600 Blk E McNeil HFD responded to above area for a tree on fire in close proximity to a structure. Procedure was followed and HFD cleared the scene.

 

WOW (Vermilion Co./ No Bond) Time: Location: Arrested: Details: 4:48 pm 800 Blk E Young Ave Angela Deno (F) (33) of Hoopeston H25-6416 2025-7626 Known to have an active Vermilion Co. warrant, HPD officers located Ms. Deno at the above location and placed her under arrest after confirmation of validation. She was taken to HPD for processing and later transported to the Danville Public Safety Building via the Vermilion Co. Sheriff’s Dept., to await arraignment.   

Domestic Battery H25-6343 2025-7603

Date/Time of Incident: 10-10-2025 @ 10:27 p.m.

Date/Time of Arrest: 10-13-2025 @ 10:10 p.m.

Location of Incident: 800 Blk. of E. Seminary Ave.

Location of Arrest: Hoopeston Police Dept.

Arrested: Joey Miranda (M) (36) of Hoopeston

Details: Mr. Miranda arrived at HPD and was taken into custody. He was processed at HPD then was transported to the PSB in Danville to await arraignment.

 

 

 

Domestic Battery H25-6400 2025-7602

Date: 10-13-2025

Time: 1:37 p.m.

Location: 600 Blk. of E. Orange St.

Arrested: Connor Velleux (M) (21) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD officers were dispatched to the above location. Mr. Velleux was taken into custody and processed at HPD. He was later transported to the PSB in Danville to await arraignment.

Illinois State Police (ISP) Troop 7 Commander Heather Apperson announces the results of Alcohol Countermeasure Enforcement (ACE) patrols in Macon and Vermilion counties in October. These ACE patrols allowed the ISP to focus on preventing, detecting, and taking enforcement action in response to violations associated with impaired driving and illegal transportation or consumption of alcohol or drugs. Violations Enforcement Activity Driving Under the Influence (DUI) Citations - Other Alcohol/Drug Citations 2 Occupant Restraint Offenses 12 Registration Offenses 3 Driver’s License Offenses 3 Insurance Violations 7 Total Citations/Arrests 40 Total Written Warnings 13 Alcohol and drug impairment are estimated to be a factor in more than 47% of all fatal motor vehicle crashes in Illinois. There is one alcohol-related traffic fatality every 39 minutes in the United States. The ACE program allows officers to work even harder at removing dangerous DUI offenders from the road. This project is funded through the Illinois Department of Transportation. 

No Valid Driver’s License H25-6350

Time: 10:52 am

Location: S 4th St.& E Main St.

Cited: Devin Nosler (M )(26)

Details: HPD Officers conducted a traffic stop at the above location. A computer check revealed Mr. Nosler had no valid driver’s license. He was released from the scene with an NTA for Vermilion County Court.

 

Burning of Trash and Refuse H25-6335

Date/Time: 10/10/2025 @ 5:44 pm

Location: 200 E Lincoln St.

Cited: Jeffery Reed (M )(54) of Danville

Details: HPD officers arrived at the above location after being informed about a possible illegal burn. HPD officers then gave Mr. Reed an NTA for Hoopeston City Court.

 

Sidewalk Present and Useable, Walking on Road H25-6356

Time: 4:00pm

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

Cited: Jason Reyes (M) (37)

Details: HPD officers were dispatched out to the above location. Mr. Reyes was given an NTA for Vermilion County Court.

 

Speeding. H25-6360

Time: 7:08 PM

Location: St. Rt. 9 & S 6th Ave.

Cited: Scotty Shaver (M) (33) of Maryville, Tennessee

Details: HPD officers conducted a traffic stop. Mr. Shaver was given an NTA for Vermilion County Court and released from the scene

 

Driving While License Revoked; Operating Vehicle with Expired Registration; Operating Uninsured Vehicle H25-6377

Time: 7:56 p.m.

Location: St. Rte. 1/ E. 400 N. Rd.

Arrested: Deandre Norfleet (M) (31) of Chicago

Details: HPD officers conducted a traffic stop. Mr. Norfleet was arrested on the above violations. He was brought to HPD for processing and was released with NTA’s for Vermilion County Court.

Violation of Order of Protection (Verm Co Il 25OP853); Resisting/Obstructing a Peace Officer H25-6332 2025-7533 Time: Location: Arrested: Details : 2:28 p.m. 800 Blk. of E. McCracken Ave. Linsey Warner (F) (37) of Hoopeston HPD officers responded to a call in the above area where they made contact with Ms. Warner and placed her under arrest for Violation of OP. Ms. Warner was transported to the Danville Public Safety Building where she will await arraignment for the above charges.

 

Passed School Bus-Loading or Unloading; Driving While License Suspended H25-6327 Time: Location: Cited: Details: 8:36 a.m. S. 2nd Ave. / W. Washington St. Marcus Johnson (M) (37) of Danville HPD officers received a report from HAHS for a stop-arm violation. Mr. Johnson was located then released from the scene with an NTA for Vermilion Co. Court. The vehicle Mr. Johnson was driving was towed.

 

Possession of Meth Amphetamine < 5 grams; Possession of a Controlled Substance H25-6333 2025-7539 Time: Location: Arrested: Details: 3:20 p.m. 200 W. Maple St. Iesha Hoskins (F) (37) of Hoopeston Officers responded to a call at the above location. Ms. Hoskins was arrested on the above charges and taken to HPD for processing where she was later transported to the PSB to await arraignment.  

Driving While License Suspended, Improper Display of Registration, Operating Uninsured Vehicle H25-6318

Time: 1:07pm

Location: W Orange St / S 2nd Ave

Arrested: Michael Brost (M) (47) of Ambia, IN

Details: HPD Officers conducted a traffic stop at the above location. Mr. Brost was arrested on the above charges, processed at the Hoopeston Police Dept., then released with NTA’s for Vermilion Co. Court.

 

Driving While License Suspended, Operating Motorcycle Without License or Endorsement

Time: 6:02pm H25-6321

Location: 200 Blk S 1st Ave

Arrested: Matthew Goble II (M) (21) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD Officers conducted a traffic stop at the above location, arrested Mr. Goble on the above charges and processed him at the Hoopeston Police Dept. where he was later released NTA’s for Vermilion Co. Court.

Operating Motor Vehicle when Registration is Suspended for No Insurance H25-6306 Time: Location: Arrested: Details: 11:52 p.m. S. 7th St. / E. Orange St. Reese LeBaume (M) (23) of Hoopeston HPD officers conducted a traffic stop. Mr. LeBaume was found driving on the above violation. Mr. LeBaume was cited and released from the scene with an NTA for Vermilion County Court and his vehicle was towed from the scene.  

Vermilion Advantage today announced that, at his request, Mr. Mike Marron is no longer employed by Vermilion Advantage, effective immediately.

We sincerely appreciate Mr. Marron’s contributions to the organization and wish him all the best in his future endeavors.

Earlier today, my office received information regarding allegations of official misconduct and bribery. Those allegations involve Vermilion Advantage, Vermilion County Elected Officials and the Vermilion County Board. I have referred all of the information that I have been provided to the Illinois State Police Special Investigations Unit.

The Special Investigations Unit within the Division of Criminal Investigation is a small group of specially trained and seasoned special agents who have statewide jurisdiction and handle a wide range of criminal investigations, including allegations of criminal wrongdoing by elected officials or criminal acts perpetrated by appointees of a government body at the state and local levels. Cases are referred to the Special Investigations Unit by local agencies, prosecutors, and other public ofificials.

If anyone has additional information about this investigation, please contact the Illinois State Police Special Investigations Unit at ISP.Public.Corruption@illinois. gov. When reporting information please include Vermilion County in the subject line.

The Special Investigations Unit Agents from the Illinois State Police will appropriately review any information provided. Ultimately, the Special Investigations Unit strives to build public trust in state and local government by conducting comprehensive, objective investigations while encouraging voluntary accountability by those officials elected by the people.

WOW - Vermilion County FTA H25-6258 2025-7430

Time: 3:28 am

Location: 1 McFerren Way (Lions Club Shelter)

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

Details: While patrolling the above area HPD Officers made contact with Ms. Miller, received confirmation of an active Vermilion Co. warrant, then placed her under arrest. She was processed at HPD then transported by the Vermilion Co Sherrif’s Department to the Danville Public Safety Building to await arraignment.

Unable to Provide Proof of Insurance H25-6204

Date/Time: 10/05/2025@12:39am

Location: S 6TH Ave/ W Washington St

Cited: Jesus Montez (M) (63) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD Officers conducted a traffic stop in the above area, in which Mr. Montez was unable to provide proof of insurance in the appropriate time given. He was later issued a citation for the above traffic offense with an NTA for Vermilion Co. Court.

 

Lost and found

A set of keys was found inside Sculpt Fitness. The owner can identify and claim at HPD.

 

Expired Driver's License Less Than One Year H25-6248

Time: 6:40pm

Location: S Market St. / E Elm St.

Cited: Justin Guptill (M) (38) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD Officers conducted a traffic stop at the above location and issued Mr. Guptill a citation with an NTA for Vermilion Co. Court for the above traffic violation.

Speeding H25-6166

Time: 4:57 a.m.

Location: 300 Blk. of W. Main St.

Arrested: Nereida Patino-Merritt (F) (49) of San Juan, TX

Details: HPD officers conducted a traffic stop. Ms. Patino-Merritt was issued an NTA for Vermilion County Court and was released from the scene.

 

Operating Vehicle with Expired Registration H25-6196

Time: 9:11 p.m.

Location: W. Main St. / Ste. Rte. 1

Arrested: Donna Brant (F) (27) of Rossville

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

 

Unable to Provide Proof-of-Insurance H25-6161

Date/Time: 10-04-2025 / 12:22 a.m.

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

Arrested: Matthew Russian (M) (40) of Catlin

Details: HPD officers conducted a traffic stop. Mr. Russian was unable to provide proof-of-insurance and was issued an NTA for Vermilion County Court. He was released from the scene.

 

 

Operating Vehicle With Expired Registration H25-6217

Time: 7:30pm

Location: S 4th Ave / W Penn St

Cited: Daniel Mikel (M) (60) of Potomac

Details: HPD Officers conducted a traffic stop at the above location, issued Mr. Mikel a citation for the above traffic offense and released him from the scene

 

 

Leaving Scene of Crash-Vehicle Damage; Failure to Yield-Stop or Yield Intersection; Graduated Driver: More Than One Passenger Under Age 20 H25-6124

Date/Time: 10-02-2025 @ 5:10 p.m.

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

Unit 1: 2008 Chevrolet pickup driven by Cory Longfellow (M) (17) of Hoopeston

Unit 2: 2007 Chevrolet pickup driven by Joel Nosler (M) (21) of Hoopeston

Details: Unit 1 was traveling NB on Market St. when it proceeded into the intersection and struck Unit 2, which was traveling WB on Orange St. Unit 2 was towed from the scene, and no injuries were reported. Unit 1 fled the scene but was later located. The driver was issued NTA’s for Vermilion County Court and his vehicle was towed.

 

Fire Call

HFD was called to the area of State Route 9 / N. 990 E. Rd. for the report of a possible brush fire. No fire was located.

 

Threatening a Public Official x2; Aggravated Battery of a Police Officer

H25-6139 2025-7325

Time: 10:41 a.m.

Location: 111 E. Lincoln St.

Arrested: Belinda Solis (F) (42) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD officers were dispatched to the above location. Ms. Solis was arrested on the above charges and was processed at HPD. She was later transported to the PSB in Danville to await arraignment.

Traffic Accident H25-6102

Date/Time: 10/1/25 10:58am

Location: 800 blk E Washington St

Unit #1: 2012 Chevy Malibu driven by Alexis Dodson (21) (F) of Hoopeston

Unit #2: 2005 Dodge Caravan parked and owned by Ashley Arms of Hoopeston

Details: Unit 1 was backing out of a driveway and struck parked and unoccupied Unit 2.

No injuries were reported, no tickets issued, and both units are insured.

 

Operating Vehicle With Expired Registration H25-6123

Time: 3:00 pm

Location: S 6th Ave / W Penn St.

Cited: Michael Rodriguez (M) (39) of Hoopeston

Details: HPD officers conducted a traffic stop at the above location. Mr. Rodriguez was found to be driving with the above violation. He was released from the scene with an NTA for Vermilion County Court.

Trespassing to State Supported Property

Date/Time: 09/19/2025 @ 2:15pm

Location: 609 W Main St, John Greer Grade School

Cited: Joshua Pierce (M) (36) of Hoopeston

Details: Mr. Pierce was served a citation for the above charge that occurred at the listed time and location. He was released with an NTA for Vermilion Co Court.

DUI, DUI with a BAC over .08, Illegal Transportation of Alcohol H25-6079

Date/Time: 09/25/2025 @ 6:57pm

Location: St Rte 9 & N 1130 East Rd

Arrested: Priscilla Jimenez (F) (19) of Columbus IN

Details: HPD received multiple calls regarding a vehicle in the area driving recklessly. HPD officers located the vehicle at the above location and after proper procedures, Ms. Jimenez was arrested for the above traffic violations. The vehicle was towed, and Ms. Jimenez was taken to HPD for processing where she was later released with an NTA for Vermilion County Court.