A Macoupin man died Monday afternoon around 2:43 p.m. following a two-vehicle accident that happened on Oak Rest Road near Illinois Route 16 in Jersey County, according to Illinois State Police. Illinois State Police said Wayne Moore, 60 of Piasa, was driving a 2022 Polaris Ranger on Oak Rest Road when he attempted to make […]
Criminal and civil charges reported here should be considered as allegations only. Criminal defendants are presumed to be innocent pending the decision of the court. Civil defendants may or may not be held liable depending upon the outcome of court proceedings.
Gillespie Police Report: November 13-19, 2022
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2022 An officer spoke with a female at Gillespie Police Department in reference to harassment. An officer was dispatched to Big Brick Park in reference to disorderly conduct. A 14-year-old male was issued a citation for disorderly conduct. An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of South Macoupin Street in reference […]
Gillespie Police Report: November 6-12, 2022
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2022 An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of Biddle Street in reference to a suicidal subject. An officer was dispatched to a business in the 500 block of East Elm Street in reference to criminal trespassing. Michael C. Gray, 46, of Gillespie was arrested on a Macoupin County warrant for […]
Gillespie Police Report: October 23-29, 2022
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2022 An officer was dispatched to a business in the 600 block of Biddle Street in reference to an injured animal. An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of Dorsey Road in reference to a death investigation. An officer was dispatched to the 600 block of East Spruce Street in reference […]
Gillespie Police Report: October 16-22, 2022
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2022 An officer was dispatched to a business in the 500 block of East Elm Street in reference to a violation of an order of protection. An officer was dispatched to Gillespie Police Department to speak with a male in reference to a theft. An officer was dispatched to the Gillespie Police […]
Carlinville woman charged in toddler’s death
A Carlinville woman has been charged with two felony charges including involuntary manslaughter and endangering the life of a child causing death following the death of a 3-year-old. Macoupin County State’s Attorney Jordan Garrison announced on Saturday that Ashley Bottoms, 33 of Carlinville, is being held on a $250,000 bond. Court records were not available […]
Staunton woman receives 9-year sentence for meth delivery
A Staunton woman was sentenced last week to nine years in the Illinois Department of Corrections for delivery of methamphetamine. Stormy Ray, 36 of Staunton, was sentenced on October 14. She pled guilty to the charge on July 20 and was scheduled to be sentenced on September 30 but did not appear. Following her arrest, […]
Gillespie Police Report: October 9-15, 2022
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2022 An officer was dispatched to West Spruce Street in Benld in reference to a dog at large. Terry L. Robbins, 39, of Benld was issued a citation for dog at large. An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of West Osie Street in reference to an ordinance issue. Jennifer L […]
Gillespie Police Report: October 2-8, 2022
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 2, 2022 An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of East Locust Street in Benld in reference to vandalism to a vehicle. An officer was dispatched to the 800 block of East Chestnut Street in reference to a suspicious person. An officer was out with a vehicle at Route 4 and Route […]
Granite City woman receives 46-year sentence for Macoupin County murder
A 32-year-old Granite City woman was convicted of first-degree murder by a Macoupin County jury in August and now has been sentenced to 46 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections by the Honorable Joshua Meyer. The conviction and sentencing stems from a 2015 home invasion in Woodburn that left 34-year-old Cody Adams dead. At […]
Gillespie Police Report: September 25-October 1, 2022
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2022 An officer was dispatched to Gillespie Police Department to speak with a female in reference to a civil issue. An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of Henry Street in reference to an aggravated battery. An officer was dispatched to the 800 block of Harding Avenue in East Gillespie in […]
Carlinville man receives 40-year sentence for 2021 murder
After pleading guilty to the 2021 murder of a Virden man and receiving in exchange a recommended sentence cap of 40 years, Judge Joshua Meyer granted the state’s request for 40 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections for Dalton Obermark, 21 of Carlinville. “Many individuals who have committed mistakes have come through this courtroom. […]
Gillespie Police Report: September 18-24, 2022
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2022 An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of Berry Street in Mt. Clare in reference to a domestic dispute. An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of East Elm Street in reference to a theft. An officer was dispatched to Gillespie Police Department in reference to a battery on […]
Gillespie Police Report: September 11-17, 2022
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 2022 An officer was dispatched to Carney Lane at Gillespie Lake in reference to criminal damage to state-supported property. An officer was dispatched to East Oak Street in reference to a suspicious person. An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of East Chestnut Street in reference to criminal trespass to property. […]
Springfield murder suspect captured in Benld on Monday by Gillespie Police
A suspect wanted in connection with a double homicide that took place on Sunday in Springfield was taken into custody without incident on Monday in Benld by Gillespie Police Department. Mark N. Crites Jr., 23, has been charged with two counts of first-degree murder, aggravated arson, and residential arson. His bond is set at $5 […]
Gillespie Police Report: August 28-September 10, 2022
SUNDAY, AUGUST 28, 2022 An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of Broadway Street in reference to a traffic crash. An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of West Osie Street in reference to a medical call. An officer spoke with a female in the 100 block of Madison Street in reference to […]
Gillespie Police Report: August 21-27, 2022
SUNDAY, AUGUST 21, 2022 An officer was dispatched to Gillespie Lake in reference to theft and criminal damage to state-supported property. An officer initiated a traffic stop at Baker Street and Staunton Road. Angela G. Martin, 44, of Mt. Olive was issued citations for operating an uninsured motor vehicle and improper use of registration. An […]
Granite City woman convicted of murdering Macoupin County man
A 31-year-old Granite City woman was convicted of first-degree murder by a Macoupin County jury on Wednesday, August 24. The conviction stems from a 2015 home invasion in Woodburn that left 34-year-old Cody Adams dead. Chancey Hutson was found guilty on two counts of first-degree murder after deliberation of less than two hours. Macoupin County […]
Gillespie Police Report: August 14-20, 2022
SUNDAY, AUGUST 14, 2022 An officer was dispatched to Big Brick Park in reference to criminal damage to property. An officer was dispatched to the 800 block of East Chestnut Street in Benld in reference to a suicidal subject. An officer was dispatched to a business in the 100 block of South Hard Road in […]
Gillespie Police Report: August 7-13, 2022
SUNDAY, AUGUST 7, 2022 An officer initiated a traffic stop at Madison Street and Chestnut Street. Jessica L. Gibbs, 39, of Gillespie was issued a citation for driving while license is suspended and driving an uninsured motor vehicle. An officer was dispatched to Broadway Street and LJ Avenue in reference to the recovery of a […]
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