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Gillespie Police Report: August 6-12, 2023
SUNDAY, AUGUST 6, 2023
An officer was dispatched to Farley Lane at Gillespie Lake in reference to a domestic dispute.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of South Street in reference to a well-being check.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of Charles Street in reference to a theft.
An officer spoke with a male at Gillespie Police Department in reference to a civil issue.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of Springfield Road in East Gillespie in reference to illegal parking.
An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of East Walnut Street in reference to a theft.
An officer spoke with a male at Gillespie Police Department in reference to an incident that took place in the 100 block of North Macoupin Street. Matthew D. Shelby, 34, of Gillespie was issued a citation for disorderly conduct.
MONDAY, AUGUST 7, 2023
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of West Spruce Street in reference to a domestic dispute and criminal trespass.
An officer was out at 4th Street and Main Street in Benld picking up an item that was found.
An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of Gillespie Street in reference to a domestic dispute.
An officer was dispatched to the 600 block of Broadway Street in reference to a fire call.
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of South Main Street in Benld in reference to a suspicious person.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of East Chestnut Street in reference to an illegal solicitation.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of Broadway Street in reference to a found item.
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 North Macoupin Street in reference to Juvenile issues.
An officer was dispatched to North 6th Street and Central Avenue in Benld in reference to a vehicle in the roadway.
An officer spoke with a female at Gillespie Police Department in reference to harassment by telephone.
An officer was dispatched to the 700 block of East Walnut Street in reference to a theft.
An officer spoke with a female at Gillespie Police Department in reference to an animal complaint in the 600 block of North Main Street in Benld,
TUESDAY, AUGUST 8, 2023
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Lincoln Street and Benld Road in Eagarville. Alma D. Cook, 55, of Benld was issued citations for no front/rear registration and no valid registration.
An officer was dispatched to the 700 block of North 5th Street in Benld in reference to a domestic dispute and criminal trespass to property.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of North Illinois Street in Benld in reference to a domestic dispute.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of East Oak Street in reference to an animal complaint.
An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of Lynn Street in reference to identity theft.
An officer was dispatched to Gillespie Police Department to speak with a male in reference to fraud.
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of West Maple Street in reference to a well-being check.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of South Macoupin Street in reference to a suspicious vehicle.
Dakota J. Mehochko, 25, of Gillespie was arrested on a Macoupin County warrant for failure to appear on driving while license were suspended.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 9, 2023
An officer spoke with a female at Gillespie Police Department in reference to a theft in the 200 block of Charles Street.
An officer was dispatched to the 800 block of Harding Avenue in East Gillespie in reference to a theft.
An officer was dispatched to Gillespie Police Department to speak with a female in reference to an altercation at Big Brick Park.
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of South Main Street in Benld in reference to a domestic dispute and an aggravated assault.
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of East Chestnut Street in reference to a well-being check.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of East Oak Street in reference to an animal complaint.
An officer was dispatched to the 2400 block of Staunton Road Mt. Clare in reference to a business check.
An officer was dispatched to Central Avenue and 8th Street in Benld in reference to a suspicious vehicle.
An officer spoke with a male at Gillespie Police Department in reference to a civil issue.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Central Avenue and 2nd Street in Benld. Quinnette E. Manzella, 42, of Bolivar, Missouri was issued a citation for speeding.
An officer spoke with a male at Gillespie Police Department in reference to a mental subject.
An officer was out at Pomatto Park with a suspicious person.
An officer was out in a parking lot in the 100 block of East Maple with the alarm going off.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 10, 2023
Anel Barisa, 26, of Gillespie was arrested on a Macoupin County warrant for failure to appear for possession of methamphetamine.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of LJ Avenue in reference to a civil issue.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of West Easton Street in reference to a theft.
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of South Macoupin Street in reference to an alarm sounding.
An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of Lynn Street in reference to criminal trespass.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of North Hard Road Mt. Clare in reference to criminal damage to property.
An officer spoke with a female at Gillespie Police Department in reference to criminal damage to property in the 500 block of Green Street. Jennifer L. Pickett, 41, of Gillespie was issued a citation for reckless driving.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of Park Street in Benld in reference to a found item.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of Burton Street in reference to a domestic dispute.
An officer was dispatched to East Maple Street in reference to a juvenile issue.
An officer was dispatched to a business in the 400 block of South Macoupin Street in reference to a fuel drive-off.
An officer was dispatched to Elm Street/Clay Street in reference to a reckless driver.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 11, 2023
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of North Lincoln in Eagarville in reference to a well-being check.
An officer was dispatched to the 7500 block of Staunton Road in reference to a male walking in the roadway.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of North Lincoln in Eagarville in reference to a medical assist.
An officer spoke with a female at Gillespie Police Department in reference to child endangerment.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Central Avenue and 2nd Street in Benld. Mason D. Weller, 19, of Shipman was issued a citation for speeding.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Elm Street and Macoupin Street. Samuel J. Quarton, 19, of Palmyra was issued a citation for speeding.
An officer was dispatched to Spruce Street and Jersey Street in reference to juvenile issues.
An officer spoke with a female at Gillespie Police Department in reference to an animal complaint in the 200 block of North Hard Road in Mt. Clare.
An officer spoke with a female at Gillespie Police Department in reference to a missing person.
An officer was out in the 500 block of Park Avenue doing a security check.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 12, 2023
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of Broadway Street to check the welfare of animals.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of Lincoln Avenue in Eagarville in reference to a domestic dispute.
An officer spoke with a female Gillespie Police Department in reference to harassment by telephone.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Central Avenue and Main Street. Erick B. Streeter, 52, of St. Louis, Missouri was arrested on a Macoupin County warrant for driving while license was suspended. Erick was then issued citations for no valid driver’s license, improper use of evidence of registration, and driving while license is suspended.
An officer was dispatched to South Second Street and Oak Street in Benld to pick up an item that was found.
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 the 300 block of South Macoupin in reference to an ordinance issue of an illegal vehicle on the roadway.
An officer was dispatched to a business in the 100 block of North Macoupin Street in reference to a verbal altercation.
An officer initiated a traffic staff at Macoupin Street and Maple Street. Dakota A. Throne, 24, of Eagarville was issued a citation for speeding.
All subjects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
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FELONIES
Bradley W. Crane, 47 of Brighton, is charged with aiding/abetting/possession of a stolen vehicle in connection with a December 28, 2024 incident.
Donavon M. Holmes, 24 of Benld, is charged with felon in possession of a weapon in connection with a March 11 incident.
Natosha L. Michaelis, 39 of Carlinville, is charged with two counts of forgery/making/altering a document in connection with a February 10 incident.
Bradley S. Watters, 36 of Carlinville, is charged with aggravated battery in a public place in connection with a March 12 incident.
MISDEMEANORS
Anita S. Grizzle, 49 of Gillespie, is charged with unlawful possession of a knife in connection with a March 9 incident.
Tonya L. Pfeiler, 43 of Carlinville, is charged with theft control/intent (<$500) in connection with a March 1 incident.
Timothy A. Dugger, 23 of Palmyra, is charged with criminal trespass to land in connection with a January 29 incident.
Dalton W. Branham, 27 of Springfield, is charged with criminal trespass to land in connection with a January 23 and January 29 incident.
Crystal A. Holland, 50 of Carlinville, is charged with disorderly conduct in connection with a January 18 incident.
Bruce A. Day, 59 of Carlinville, is charged with criminal trespass to a building in connection with a February 13 incident.
Mark B. Bersch, 68 of Carlinville, is charged with criminal trespass to a building in connection with February 4 incident.
Robert D. Lindsey, 36 of Carlinville, is charged with criminal damage to property (<$500) in connection with a March 3 incident.
Thomas W. Gray, 35 of Carlinville, is charged with disorderly conduct in connection with a February 26 incident.
Ronnie E. Reyes, 40 of Carlinville, is charged with criminal trespass to land in connection with a March 13 incident.
TRAFFIC
Bethany E. Robinson, 27 of Carlinville, is charged with drivers license expired more than a year, passing a school bus while loading/unloading, and improper traffic lane usage in connection with a February 27 incident.
Timothy R. Galston, 46 of Harvey, is charged with driving on a revoked license and driving 11-14 mph above the limit in connection with a March 2 incident.
Hector R. Herrera Pena, 39 of Guadalupe, NL, is charged with CDL not obtained in connection with a March 4 incident.
Stephen L. Barrick, 50 of Virden, is charged with driving on a suspended license in connection with a March 2 incident.
Kyle L. Stiltz, 32 of Virden, is charged with leaving the scene of an accident, operating an uninsured motor vehicle, and no valid registration in connection with a February 28 incident.
DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE FILED
- Angela M. Berndt versus Travis E. Berndt
- Melissa K. Porter versus Kevin W. Porter
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Bunker Hill – Zion Lutheran Church in Bunker Hill is excited to announce a rummage sale taking place on Thursday, March 20, Friday, March 21, and Saturday, March 22. The sale will be held at the church located at 609 East Warren Street in Bunker Hill. All proceeds from the sale will be donated to Illinois Valley Meals on Wheels in Macoupin County, a vital program that prepares and delivers over 1,500 meals daily to those in need across three counties.
Donations for the rummage sale are warmly welcomed and can be dropped off at the church’s north entrance starting Monday, March 17. Items of all kinds are appreciated, and your contributions will directly support the dedicated efforts of volunteers who ensure that nutritious meals reach our community members.
The sale will run from 4 to 8 PM on Thursday and then 8 AM to 4 PM on Friday and Saturday, making it convenient for everyone to stop by and find great deals while supporting a crucial service in our area.
For more information about the rummage sale or how to donate, please contact Jane Baker at 618-973-2666.
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FELONIES
Bryer D. Greff, 30 of Virden, is charged with retail theft (<$300) with a previous conviction in connection to a March 1 incident.
Michael J. Weaver, 34 of Carlinville, is charged with methamphetamine delivery (400<900 grams), possession of methamphetamine (400<900 grams), and felon in possession of a weapon in connection with a March 3 incident.
Patrick D. Greer, 39 of Mount Olive, is charged with burglary and theft/unauthorized control (>500<10k) in connection with a January 23 and March 3 incident .
Brian H. Duff, 50 of Alton, is charged with theft/unauthorized control (>500<10k) in connection with a January 30 incident.
MISDEMEANORS
Allison S. Cisco, 18 of Carlinville, is charged with battery/causing bodily harm in connection with a March 1 incident.
Andrew C. London, 19 of Wilsonville, is charged with retail theft (<$300) in connection with a March 5 incident.
Shelby L. Veach, 23 of Staunton, is charged with resisting a peace officer/firefighter/corrections employee and criminal damage to property in connection with a December 16 and December 21 incident.
Robert J. Zumwalt, 43 of Livingston, is charged with resisting a peace officer/firefighter/corrections employee in connection with a December 21 incident.
TRAFFIC
Andrew J. McDaniel, 56 of Littleton, CO, is charged with speeding 26-34 mph over the limit in connection with a February 23 incident.
Connor E. O’Brien, 25 of Riverside, is charged with speeding 26-34 mph over the limit in connection with a February 24 incident.
Anthony M. Reed, 29 of Fayette, MS, is charged with driving on a suspended license and driving 15-20 mph above the limit in connection with a February 22 incident.
Patrick M. Nejmanowski, 58 of Carlinville, is charged with driving on a revoked license and driving 21-25 mph above the limit in connection with a February 25 incident.
Michael A. Coates, 49 of Staunton, is charged with driving on a revoked license and operating a motor vehicle with suspended registration in connection with a February 16 incident.
Carl R. Albracht, 50 of Palmyra, is charged with canceled/revoked/suspended registration in connection with a February 25 incident.
Jessica M. Jenkins, 40 of Gillespie, is charged with canceled/revoked/suspended registration in connection with a February 24 incident.
Jason L. Peter, 48 of Carlinville, is charged with canceled/revoked/suspended registration in connection with a February 22 incident.
Matthew D. Knick, 21 of Mount Olive, is charged with driving on suspended license in connection with a February 27 incident.
Julia A. Schall, 68 of Shipman, is charged with driving on a revoked license in connection with a February 27 incdient.
Amy N. Gomer, 39 of Shipman, is charged with driving on a suspended license in connection with a March 4 incident.
Dalton C. Bunyard, 32 of Wood River, is charged with speeding 26-34 mph over the limit in connection with a February 28 incident.
Edward Tumpach III, 33 of Hillsboro, is charged with reckless driving, improper traffic lane usage, and disregarding a traffic control device in connection with a March 5 incident.
DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE FILED
- Neil Ringer versus Whitney Ringer
- Christina Essington versus John Essington
- Scott Huddleston versus Jessica Huddleston
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