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Gillespie Police Report August 25-August 31, 2024
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Averi G
SUNDAY, AUGUST 25, 2024
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Broadway Street and Kelly Street. Alexandra M. Fortado, 29 of Edwardsville, was issued citations for speeding and suspended registration.
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of Park Avenue to assist an Alderman with an ordinance issue of accumulation of trash and debris.
An officer was dispatched to the 600 block of Charles Street in reference to juvenile issues.
An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of West Osie Street in reference to a dog at large. Heather L. Kimberlin, 48 of Gillespie, was issued a citation for dog at large.
An officer was dispatched to the 700 block of Springfield Road in East Gillespie in reference to a violation of an order of protection.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Macoupin Street and Wilson Street. Matthew D. Knick, 20 of Mt. Olive, was arrested for driving on suspended driver’s license, operating an uninsured motor vehicle and a warrant out of Macoupin County.
An officer was dispatched to Eagarville Road in Eagarville in reference to a suspicious vehicle.
An officer was dispatched to the 1400 block of Second Street in reference to illegal burning.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of 8th Street in Benld in reference to harassment by telephone.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Broadway Street and Kelly Street. Brady W. Bilyeu, 21 of Sturgeon Bay, WI., was issued a citation for operating and uninsured motor vehicle.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Broadway Street and LJ Avenue. Jason T. Daube, 50 of Worden, was issued a citation for speeding.
MONDAY, AUGUST 26, 2024
An officer was dispatched to a business in the 300 block of North Macoupin Street in reference to an alarm sounding.
An officer was dispatched to a business in the 500 block of East Central in Benld in reference to an alarm sounding.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of Park Avenue in reference to a 911 call.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Broadway Street and Kelly Street. Lisa M. Flener, 43 of East Alton, was issued a citation for speeding.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Broadway Street and Kelly Street. Awyne L. Foster, 33 of Alton, was issued a citation for speeding.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of West Baker Street in reference to a house explosion. The Illinois State Fire Marshal was contacted.
An officer was dispatched to a business in the 500 block of East Central in Benld in reference to criminal damage to property.
An officer was out with a subject in Pomatto Park and advised he could not be in the park after dark.
An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of East Chestnut Street in reference to violation of an order of protection
An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of North Main Street in Benld in reference to unwanted solicitors.
TUESDAY, AUGUST 27, 2024
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of North 4th Street in Benld in reference to a security check.
An officer spoke with a Male at Gillespie Police Department in reference to a violation of an order of protection.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of Henry Street in reference to a domestic dispute. Matthew D. Shelby, 35 of Gillespie, was arrested for obstructing a peace officer.
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of South 2nd Street in Benld in reference to a security check.
An officer was dispatched to Spring Street area in reference to a suspicious vehicle.
An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of Biddle Street in reference to a 911 call.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 28, 2024
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of West Hickory in Benld in reference to a theft.
Ryan D. Shoger, 37 of Gillespie, was arrested on a Macoupin County warrant for failure to appear for possession of methamphetamine.
William T. Overturf, 37 of Benld, was arrested on a Macoupin County warrant for failure to appear for criminal trespass.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of North 4th Street in Benld in reference to a suspicious noise.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of South 5th Street in Benld in reference to a neighbor dispute.
An officer was dispatched to a business in the 500 block of East Central in Benld in reference to an alarm call.
An officer was dispatched to Fisher Street and Ferguson Street in Sawyerville in reference to a suspicious person.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of Southern Street in reference to a security check.
An officer was dispatched to the 600 block of Broadway Street in reference to a theft.
An officer was dispatched to South Street and West Pine Street in reference to an animal complaint.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of Shelby Street in reference to a civil issue
An officer was dispatched to the 800 block of East Chestnut Street in Benld in reference to a fire call.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of Park Avenue to assist an older woman with an ordinance issue.
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of South 6th Street in Benld in reference to a civil standby.
An officer was dispatched to the 800 block of Harding Avenue in East Gillespie in reference to a suspicious person.
An officer was dispatched to the 800 block of Harding Avenue in East Gillespie in reference to a suspicious noise.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 29, 2024
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of LJ Avenue in reference to criminal trespass. Keshawn K. Bush, 40 of Gillespie, was arrested for criminal trespass to state supported property.
An officer was dispatched to the 700 block of East Walnut Street in reference to a theft.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of West Spruce Street in Benld in reference to a child custody issue.
An officer was out on North 8th Street in Benld in reference to a motorist assist.
An officer was dispatched to Big Brick Park in reference to a male trimming trees. The officers made contact with him and advised him the park was closed after dark.
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of West Maple Street in reference to a well-being check.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Broadway Street and Kelly Street. Kathy L. Arnold, 55 of Jerseyville, was issued a citation for speeding.
The School Resource Officer was dispatched to the 700 block of Springfield Road in East Gillespie to check residency on a family for a truancy officer out of Hillsboro.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Broadway Street and Kelly Street. Daniel M. Rogers, 33 of Lansing, MI., was issued a citation for speeding.
An officer was dispatched to East Central Avenue and 8th Street in Benld in reference to a well-being check.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 30, 2024
An officer was dispatched to the 600 block of Broadway Street in Gillespie High School parking lot in reference to a traffic crash.
An officer was dispatched to Rt. 4 North and Springfield Road in East Gillespie in reference to a reckless driver. Merideth L. Wempen, 41 of Mt. Olive, was arrested for driving on a suspended driver’s license.
An officer was dispatched to Gillespie Police Department to speak with a female in reference to a threatening message she was getting in the 300 block of Handy Street.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Elm Street and Adams Street. Jessica M. Reiman, 39 of Gillespie, was arrested on a Macoupin County warrant for failure to appear for bad checks/fraud.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of East Elm Street in reference to a suspicious noise.
An officer spoke with a male at Gillespie Police Department in reference to a civil issue in the 500 block of East Chestnut Street.
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of Park Avenue in reference to a civil issue.
An officer was dispatched to Gillespie Police Department to speak with a male in reference to a child custody issue.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of Shelby Street in reference to an animal complaint.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 31, 2024
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of South 4th Street in Benld in reference to an assault. Donavon M. Holmes, 24 of Benld, was arrested for aggravated assault and illegal use of a weapon.
An officer was dispatched to the 600 block of Gillespie Street in reference to criminal trespass to property.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of East Elm Street in reference to an alarm going off.
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of West Maple Street in reference to a 911 call.
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of West Elm Street in reference to an alarm sounding.
An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of Biddle Street in reference to a domestic dispute.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Springfield Road and Illinois Avenue in East Gillespie. Michael L. Swanson, 52 of Royal Lakes, was issued a citation for speeding.
All subjects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law
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Police search for suspects after robbery at Besserman Superbowl
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BenGil StaffPolice in Gillespie are searching for at least two people involved in an early morning break-in and robbery that happened early Wednesday at Besserman Superbowl.
The bowling alley said on their Facebook page the incident occurred around 2:30 a.m. on Wednesday, October 23. The suspects compromised the ATM and a gaming machine. The business’s security measures and a quick response from the Gillespie Police Department limited the suspects time inside the establishment to under 10 minutes but substantial damage was sustained.
Temporary repairs were made quickly and normal business hours were not interrupted for Besserman Superbowl but no arrests have been made. Anyone with information about the incident or the individuals involved are urged to contact the Gillespie Police Department at 217-839-2922.
“We appreciate the outpouring of support from our patrons, friends, and family in response to the break-in yesterday morning,” Besserman Superbowl posted on their Facebook page. “We value your loyalty and anticipate serving you soon at our renowned bowling alley and friendly community hub.”
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Gillespie Police Report October 20 – October 26, 2024
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October 27, 2024By
Averi G
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 20, 2024
An officer was dispatched to the 600 block of Charles Street in reference to a child custody issue.
An officer was dispatched to a business in the 900 block of North Hard Road in Mt. Clare in reference to child endangerment.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Macoupin Street and Oak Street. Dakota A. Throne, 26 of Eagarville, was issued a citation for operating an uninsured motor vehicle.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of East Pine Street in reference to a suspicious person.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of Park Avenue in reference to illegal burning.
An officer was dispatched to the 600 block of Edwards Street in reference to reckless driving.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of South 4th Street in Benld in reference to a theft.
MONDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2024
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of Park Avenue in reference to a domestic battery.
An officer spoke with a female at Gillespie Police Department in reference to a violation of an order of protection.
An officer was dispatched to the 700 block of Second Street in reference to an animal call.
An officer was dispatched to the 600 block West Burton Street in reference to juvenile issues.
An officer was dispatched to the 800 block of East Chestnut Street in Benld in reference to criminal trespass.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of Park Street in Benld in reference to a criminal trespass to residence warning.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at North Macoupin Street and Casey’s parking lot. Mitchell R. Hancock, 38 of Litchfield, was arrested for revoked driver’s license and operating an uninsured motor vehicle.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of Southern Street in reference to a suspicious person.
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2024
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Macoupin Street and Pine Street. Theodore H. Hopper, 52 of Gillespie, was issued citations for driving while his driver’s license was suspended.
An officer was dispatched to East Walnut Street and Clinton Street in reference to a car alarm sounding.
An officer was dispatched to Route 16 and East Elm Street in reference to a traffic crash. Larry D. Darr, 74 of Benld, was issued a citation for operating an uninsured motor vehicle.
An officer was dispatched to a business in the 100 block of East Maple Street in reference to criminal trespass.
An officer was dispatched to a business in the 300 block of North Macoupin Street in reference to the removal of found property.
An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of Cloud Street in reference to a noise complaint.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Macoupin Street and Elm Street. Chad M. Murday, 50 of Mt. Clare, was issued a citation for expired driver’s license.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of West Oak Street in reference to a suspicious person.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Hard Road and Mt. Clare Road in Mt. Clare. Charles B. McGrady, 72 of Gillespie, was issued a citation for expired registration.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of West Walnut Street in Benld in reference to an animal complaint.
An officer was dispatched to Route 4 and Route 138 in reference to a well-being check.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of North Macoupin Street in reference to juvenile issues.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of West Oak Street in Benld in reference to a well-being check.
An officer was out at Clinton Street and East Walnut Street in reference to a car alarm sounding.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Macoupin Street and Pine Street. Theodore H. Hopper, 52 of Gillespie, was issued a citation for driving while license was suspended.
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2024
Officers were out in the 800 block of Broadway Street in reference to burglary, criminal damage to property, and attempt to elude a police officer.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Springfield Street and Illinois Avenue in East Gillespie. Janet Holley, 60 of Pike Road, AL, was issued citations for speeding, operating an uninsured motor vehicle and attempt to elude a police officer.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of Park Street in Benld in reference to an animal issue.
An officer was out in the 300 block of West Henrietta Street attempting contact with a sex offender for failure to register. Daniel R. Sawyer, 47 of Gillespie, was arrested for failure to register as a sex offender.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of Western Street in reference to theft.
An officer was dispatched to the 600 block of Charles Street in reference to a runaway.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of North 4th Street in Benld in reference to an animal complaint.
An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of Horizon Street in Gillespie in reference to a juvenile issue.
The school resource officer was dispatched to the Gillespie High School in reference to a juvenile issue.
An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of Horizon Street in reference to a suspicious circumstance.
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2024
An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of Springfield Road in East Gillespie in reference to a missing person.
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of South Macoupin Street in reference to criminal trespass.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of Park Street in Benld in reference to a civil issue.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of West Easton Street in reference to a suspicious vehicle.
An officer was dispatched to Pine Street and Macoupin Street in reference to a report of reckless driving.
The school resource officer was dispatched to Gillespie High School in reference to a 911 call.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of Handy Street in reference to a well-being check.
An officer was dispatched to the 700 block of Springfield Road in reference to a civil standby.
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2024
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of East Elm Street in reference to a dog bite.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of East Central Avenue in Benld in reference to a traffic crash.
An officer was dispatched to a business in the 400 block of South Macoupin Street in reference to suspicious circumstances.
An officer was dispatched to the 700 block of Gillespie Street in reference to a noise complaint.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of South 5th Street in Benld in reference to a noise complaint.
An officer was dispatched to the 700 block of West Oak Street in reference to a suspicious person.
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of West Elm Street in reference to an animal complaint.
An officer spoke with a female at the Gillespie Police Department in reference to fraud.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of South Main Street in Benld in reference to a well-being check.
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of Park Avenue in reference a well-being check.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2024
An officer was dispatched to the 600 block of Broadway Street in reference to an assault.
An officer was dispatched to Green Street and Baker Street in reference to a suspicious vehicle.
An officer was dispatched to Gillespie Police Department to speak with a female in reference to an animal complaint.
An officer spoke with a female at Gillespie Police Department in reference to a no contact order.
An officer was dispatched to the 700 block of South Macoupin Street in reference to a well-being check.
All subjects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
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Gillespie Police Report October 6 – October 12, 2024
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October 13, 2024By
Averi G
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2024
An officer was dispatched to Gillespie Police Department and spoke with a male in reference to fraud and harassment.
An officer was dispatched to Gillespie Police Department and spoke with a female in reference to a theft in the 100 block of West Elm Street.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of Berry Street in Mt. Clare in reference to a domestic battery.
An officer spoke with a female at Gillespie Police Department in reference to juvenile issues.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of East Burton Street in reference to juvenile issues.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of South 1st Street in Benld in reference to a medical assist.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of South Main Street in Benld in reference a well-being check.
An officer was dispatched to the Bike Trail on the Benld side in reference to a suspicious person.
An officer spoke with a female at Gillespie Police Department in reference to a child custody issue.
An officer made contact with a male at East Locust Street and North 7th Street in Benld in reference to a person walking with an open container of alcohol.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of South Main Street in Benld in reference to suspicious persons in the alley.
An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of Biddle Street in reference to a 911 call.
An officer spoke with a male at Gillespie Police Department in reference to suspicious circumstances in the 100 block of North 2nd Street in Benld.
MONDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2024
An officer was dispatched to Walnut Street and 5th Street in Benld in reference to an animal complaint.
An officer spoke with a female at Gillespie Police Department in reference to harassment.
An officer was dispatched to Park Street and Trolley Street in Benld in reference to a dog at large.
An officer was dispatched to a business in the 200 block of South 8th Street in Benld in reference to a fire call.
An officer spoke with a female at Gillespie Police Department in reference to a juvenile issue.
An officer was dispatched to a business in the 300 block of South Macoupin Street in reference to a domestic dispute.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of North Main Street in Benld in reference to a civil issue.
An officer was dispatched to Short Street in Benld in reference to an animal complaint.
An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of Dorsey Road in Mt. Clare in reference to harassment.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of North Illinois Street in Benld in reference to an animal complaint.
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2024
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of North 5th Street in Benld in reference to an animal complaint.
An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of Biddle Street in reference to a medical assist.
An officer was dispatched to the 700 block of North Macoupin Street in reference to criminal trespass. Elizabeth A. Marfell, 34 of Gillespie, was arrested for criminal defacement of property.
An officer was dispatched to Gillespie Police Department to speak with a male in reference to a violation of an order of protection.
An officer was dispatched to a business in the 400 block of South Macoupin Street in reference to a battery.
An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of West Baker Street in reference to a juvenile issue.
An officer was dispatched to the 600 block of Charles Street in reference to criminal damage to property.
An officer was dispatched to Big Brick Park in reference to a suspicious vehicle.
An officer was dispatched to 5th Street and Eiler Street in Benld in reference to an animal complaint.
An officer was dispatched to the 900 block of South First Street in reference to a 911 call.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of Park Street in Benld in reference to a domestic dispute.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of Short Street in reference to an animal complaint.
An officer spoke with a female at Gillespie Police Department in reference to a civil issue.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of West Walnut Street in reference to a medical call.
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2024
The school resource officer was called to the high school office in reference to a student possibly having a taser in his vehicle. A 16-year-old male from Benld was issued citations for disorderly conduct, concealed weapon on school property, and underage tobacco use.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of West Baker Street in reference to criminal trespass and burglary.
An officer was dispatched to the 700 block of Abba Street in reference to a dog vs. dog bite. Jay A. Allison, 52 of Gillespie, was issued a citation for dog at large.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of North 5th Street in Benld in reference to criminal trespass to property.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of Broadway Street in reference to criminal trespass.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of West Spruce Street in Benld in reference to criminal trespass to property.
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of South 6th Street in Benld in reference to a well-being check.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of Henrietta Street in reference to a juvenile issue.
An officer was dispatched to Spruce Street and Macoupin Street in reference to a suspicious vehicle.
An officer was dispatched to the 1000 block of Clinton Street in reference to a suspicious person.
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2024
An officer was dispatched to the 900 block of South Macoupin Street in reference to a domestic dispute.
An officer was dispatched to a business in the 200 block of Southern Street in reference to a traffic crash.
An officer was dispatched to the 700 block of Adams Street in reference to landlord issues. Elizabeth A. Marfell, 34 of Gillespie, was issued a citation for disorderly conduct.
An officer was dispatched to Park Avenue in reference to a suspicious circumstance.
An officer was dispatched to Adams Street and East Maple Street in reference to illegal burning.
An officer was dispatched to Henry Street and Springfield Road in East Gillespie in reference to a suspicious person.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of Broadway Street in reference to a domestic dispute.
An officer was dispatched to Macoupin Street and Pine Street in reference to juvenile issues.
An officer was dispatched to South Kentucky Street and West Hickory Street in Benld in reference to reckless driving.
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2024
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of North 4th Street in Benld in reference to a civil issue.
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of Shelby Street in reference to domestic battery. Lucas J. Edwards, 22 of Gillespie, was arrested for domestic battery.
An officer was dispatched to the 600 block of North 4th Street in Benld in reference to a well-being check.
An officer was dispatched to the 700 block of West Easton Street in reference to juvenile issues.
An officer spoke with a female at Gillespie Police Department in reference to a no contact order.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of North 4th Street in Benld in reference to a civil issue.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of West Burton Street in reference to unwanted solicitation.
An officer was dispatched to the 700 block of Adams Street in reference to a civil standby.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of North 4th Street in Benld in reference to a civil issue.
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of East Maple Street in reference to illegal burning.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2024
An officer was dispatched to the 800 block of Western Street in reference to juvenile issues.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of North Illinois Street in Benld in reference to needing someone removed from the home. Ashleigh K. Bethel, 40 of Gillespie, was arrested on a Macoupin County warrant for failure to appear on battery.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Central Avenue and Illinois Avenue in Benld. John D. Bray, 19 of Carlinville, was issued a citation for operating an uninsured motor vehicle.
An officer was dispatched to a business in the 300 block of North Macoupin Street in reference to juvenile issues.
An officer spoke with a female at Gillespie Police Department in reference to an order of protection.
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