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 […]
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.
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 […]
Macoupin County man sentenced to over 11 years following meth charges
Macoupin County State’s Attorney Jordan Garrison announced on Friday that a Macoupin County man was sentenced to 11 years and 6 months for the unlawful possession of methamphetamine with the intent to deliver. Joseph Greear, 50 of Girard, was charged with the class 1 felony on January 26. The charge was reduced from a class […]
Gillespie Council approves FOP contract, considers tax-supported police pension plan
Gillespie city aldermen voted unanimously Monday night to authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to sign a new contract with the Fraternal Order of Police which authorizes substantial wage increases for city police officers. Additionally, the council set a special meeting for 6 p.m., Tuesday, Aug. 16, to vote on whether or not to submit […]
Gillespie Police Report: July 31-August 6, 2022
SUNDAY, JULY 31, 2022 An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of Dorsey Street in Benld in reference to criminal damage to property. An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of Gillespie Street in reference to a suspicious person. An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of Madison Street in reference to […]
Gillespie Police Report: July 24-30, 2022
SUNDAY, JULY 24, 2022 An officer spoke with a female at Gillespie Police Department in reference to harassment by telephone. An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of South First Street in reference to a civil issue. An officer was dispatched to the 700 block of Rose Street in Benld in reference to a […]
Gillespie Police Report: July 17-23, 2022
SUNDAY, JULY 17, 2022 An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of North Hard Road in Benld in reference to a domestic battery. Tyler J. Woodring, 26, of Gillespie was arrested for domestic battery. An officer was dispatched to the 700 block of North Hard Road in Mt. Clare in reference to a traffic […]
Gillespie man charged with DUI after single-vehicle fatal accident on Friday
A Gillespie man was charged with driving under the influence of alcohol and driving too fast for conditions following a single vehicle fatal accident on Illinois Route 16 in Witt Friday evening, July 22. Illinois State Police said Daniel Adams, 34 of Gillespie, was driving a 2016 Dodge van when he left the roadway, struck […]
Gillespie Police Report: July 3-9, 2022
SUNDAY, JULY 3, 2022 An officer was dispatched to Carney Drive at Gillespie Lake. Gregory J, Kruckeberg, 63, of Bethalto was issued a citation for disorderly conduct. An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of East Spruce Street in reference to criminal damage to property. An officer was dispatched to a business in the […]
Gillespie Council, Police cite young crime stopper
While concerns about water quality dominated Monday night’s meeting of the Gillespie City Council, the council dealt with a number of items including a Certificate of Appreciation award presentation to Zavier Allen Hogskins, a young boy who told his parents about suspicious activity when he saw a male subject stealing a bicycle in his neighborhood. […]
Carlinville man pleads guilty to murdering Virden man
Macoupin County State’s Attorney Jordan Garrison announced on Tuesday that a Carlinville man pled guilty to a first-degree murder charge relating to the stabbing of a Virden man that took place on February 1, 2021. Dalton Obermark, 21 of Carlinville, pled guilty to the murder of John Rennie, 58 of Virden, on Tuesday. Sentencing for […]
Gillespie Police Report: June 26-July 2, 2022
SUNDAY, JUNE 26, 2022 An officer was dispatched to a business in the 100 block of South Hard Road in Mt. Clare in reference to an alarm sounding. An officer spoke with a female in the 300 block of East Oak Street in reference to a child custody issue. An officer was dispatched to Clinton […]
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