Community News
Gillespie Police Report: January 22-28, 2023
SUNDAY, JANUARY 22, 2023
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of West Hickory Street in Benld in reference to a theft.
An officer was dispatched to the 2200 block of Staunton Road in reference to a traffic crash.
An officer was dispatched to the 1200 block of Jane drive in reference to criminal trespass. Damon J. Trumpy, 47, of Chatham was arrested on a Sangamon County warrant for driving on a suspended driver’s license. Rachel M. Power, 31, of Decatur was issued a citation for driving on a suspended driver’s license.
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 600 block of North 7th Street in Benld in reference to suspicious activity.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of Park Avenue in Benld in reference to a suspicious vehicle.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Central Avenue and Main Street in Benld. Brittney L. Sherfy, 37, of Benld was issued a citation for operating an uninsured motor vehicle.
An officer was out in the 700 block of South Second Street with a male subject in reference to a civil issue.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of North 4th Street in Benld in reference to an animal call.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Pine Street and Montgomery Street. Brandon N. Blevins, 28, of Gillespie was issued a citation for expired registration.
An officer initiated a traffic stop in the 100 block of South Macoupin Street. Elizabeth D. Polach, 32, of Gillespie was issued a citation for expired registration.
MONDAY, JANUARY 23, 2023
An officer was dispatched to a business in the 400 block of South Macoupin Street in reference to criminal trespass.
An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of East Central Avenue in Benld in reference to a warrant. Jordan A. Black, 23, of Benld was arrested on a Montgomery County warrant for violation of bail bond.
An officer spoke with a male at Gillespie Police Department in reference to the theft of a dog in the 1300 block of Second Street.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Illinois Avenue and Springfield Road in East Gillespie. Jace Z. Timmermeier, 23, of Litchfield was issued a citation for speeding.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Central Avenue and Second Street in Benld. Brianna M. Hancock, 23, of Benld was issued a citation for speeding.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of Southern Street in reference to an alarm sounding.
TUESDAY, JANUARY 24, 2023
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of Broadway Street in reference to a dog at large. Christian M. Streitmatter, 27, of Gillespie was issued a citation for a dog at large.
An officer spoke with a male at Gillespie Police Department in reference to a civil issue.
An officer was dispatched to a business in the 500 block of Central Avenue in Benld in reference to criminal damage.
An officer spoke with a male in the 200 block of West Hickory Street in Benld in reference to harassment by telephone.
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of West Elm Street in reference to a noise complaint.
An officer was advised of suspicious activity in the 100 block of East Maple Street.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of Park Avenue in reference to an ordinance issue.
A male called the Gillespie Police Department in reference to not being able to find his granddaughter. She was later found at a school function.
Kathryn J. Ayres, 51, of Gillespie was arrested for criminal trespass to state-supported property, criminal damage to state-supported property, and theft.
An officer was to North 7th Street and Chestnut Street in Benld in reference to a suspicious person.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of LJ Avenue in reference to criminal trespass.
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 25, 2023
An officer was dispatched to Gillespie Police Department to speak with a male in reference to a theft in the 900 block of South Macoupin Street.
An officer was dispatched to the end of South Street in reference to someone burning.
An officer responded to the 1400 block of South Second Street in reference to a 911 call.
THURSDAY, JANUARY 26, 2023
An officer was dispatched to the 800 block of Easton Street and the 700 block of Biddle Street in reference to criminal trespass. Eric S. Cunningham, 39 of Gillespie was arrested for disorderly conduct.
An officer spoke with a male at Gillespie Police Department from the 800 block of Rotary Street in reference to a theft.
An officer spoke with a female in the 1300 block of South Macoupin Street in reference to suspicious circumstances.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of West Hickory Street in Benld in reference to criminal trespass to property.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of East Maple Street in reference to an animal complaint.
FRIDAY, JANUARY 27, 2023
An officer was dispatched to a business in the 100 block of South Hard Road in Mt. Clare in reference to a report of theft.
An officer was dispatched to the 900 block of South Macoupin in reference to an officer assisting a wildlife rehabilitator.
An officer went with an alderman to assist him with an ordinance issue for illegal burning. William J. Bruhn, 36, of Gillespie was issued a citation for illegal burning.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of West Chestnut Street in reference to a noise complaint.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of Dorsey Street in Benld in reference to a domestic dispute.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of Springfield Road in East Gillespie in reference to a civil standby.
An officer was dispatched to the 1300 block of Hickory in reference to a a medical assist.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of West Hickory in Benld in reference to suspicious circumstances.
SATURDAY, JANUARY 28, 2023
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Staunton Road and Charles Street in Gillespie. Jessica M. Bondy, 36, of Gillespie was issued citations for speeding, improper passing, and operating an uninsured motor vehicle.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at South Macoupin Street and West Pine Street. Scott A Stallard, 35, of Benld was issued a citation for operating a vehicle when registration was suspended.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Central Avenue and North 7th Street in Benld. Felicia M. Willows, 32, of Benld was issued citations for operation of a vehicle when registration is suspended and operating an uninsured motor vehicle. Shane D. Robbins, 37, of Benld was arrested on a warrant for failure to report.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of West Hickory Street in reference to a noise complaint.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of West Charles in reference to a wellbeing check.
An officer was dispatched to 2nd Street and Berry Street in Mt. Clare in reference to a suspicious vehicle.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of Richards Street in reference to harassment.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of South 1st Street in Benld in reference to fraud.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Central Avenue and Illinois in Benld. Achyuth G. Kari, 24, of St. Louis, Missouri was issued a citation for operating an uninsured motor vehicle.
All subjects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Comments
FELONIES
Jamie L. Whitford, 49 of Alton, is charged with violation of an order of protection in connection with an August 17 incident.
Sarah J. Crays, 39 of Virden, is charged with aggravated fleeing/damage to property (>$300), aggravated fleeing police/21 mph over the limit, and driving on a suspended license in connection with an August 18 incident.
Eric J. Trump, 33 of Carlinville, is charged with aggravated battery/great bodily harm in connection with an August 17 incident.
Henry D. Wilson, 37 of Mt. Olive, is charged with possession of methamphetamine (<5 grams) in connection with an August 19 incident.
Nicholas A. Williams, 31 of Staunton, is charged with possession of methamphetamine (<5 grams) in connection with a May 19 incident.
Holly A. Messerly, 38 of Bunker Hill, is charged with possession of methamphetamine (<5 grams)in connection with a May 5 incident.
Garret A. Brown, 22 of Springfield, is charged with aggravated battery/peace officer, criminal damage to government property (<$500), possession of a controlled substance, driving under the influence of alcohol, and canceled/revoked/suspended registration in connection with an August 19 incident.
Andrew K. Ridens, 36 of Staunton, is charged with possession of methamphetamine (<5 grams), driving on a revoked license, and operating an uninsured motor vehicle in connection with a July 21 incident.
MISDEMEANORS
Tarina S. Slaughter, 46 of Girard, is charged with resisting a peace officer/firefighter/corrections employee in connection with an August 17 incident.
Joseph W. Reiniesch, 40 of Gillespie, is charged with aggravated assault/public property in connection with an August 16 incident.
TRAFFIC
Dallis E. Houseman, 56 of Modesto, is charged with drivers license expired more than a year and failure to obey police officer in connection with an August 18 incident.
Jameson E. Anderson, 35 of Shipman, is charged with improper use of registration/title, unlicensed, and operating an uninsured motor vehicle in connection with an August 11 incident.
Jordan A. Abner, 18 of Godfrey, is charged with speeding 26-34 mph over the limit in connection with an August 13 incident.
Amanda R. Bianco, 44 of Staunton, is charged with speeding 26-34 mph over the limit in connection with an August 7 incident.
Hunter J. Kapp, 18 of Highland, is charged with speeding 35+ mph over the limit in connection with an August 15 incident.
Adam L. Bray, 43 of Carlinville, is charged with driving on a revoked license, canceled/revoked/suspended registration, and operating an uninsured motor vehicle in connection with an August 16 incident.
Kaelan N. Ramos, 34 of Shiloh, is charged with speeding 35+ mph over the limit and operating an uninsured motor vehicle in connection with an August 15 incident.
DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE FILED
- Justin Robert Bickel versus Melissa Ann Bickel
- Jennifer Miller versus Matthew Miller
- Ryan T. Bloomfield versus Cheyenne M. Bloomfield
- Angela K. Greenwalt versus Jay A. Greenwalt
- Val Leffers versus Karen Leffers
MARRIAGE LICENSES
- Jeremy Wayne Pride and Brandi Marie Hatzel, both of Shipman
- Jacob Patrick Millard and Jenna Frances Wernsing, both of Carlinville
- Dustin Eugene Bauman and Miriam Susan Jenkins, both of Virden
- Jeremy Dale Canoy and Samantha Elaine Goyke, both of Girard
- Bryan Edward Woodward and Jake Marie Cain, both of Shipman
- Glen Alexander Mcelyea and Candice Dawn Herin, both of Shipman
Comments
FELONIES
Jacob R. Morgan, 38 of Staunton, is charged with burglary and theft/control/intent ($500<10k) in connection with a July 28 incident.
TRAFFIC
Justin C. Grider, 41 of Carlinville, is charged with driving on a suspended license in connection with an August 14 incident.
Chynasyl B. Chynybaev, 38 of Kent, WA, is charged with CDL not obtained and no fee paid/over registration weight in connection with an August 20 incident.
Clinton D. Coleman, 34 of Springfield, is charged with driving on a suspended license and operating an uninsured motor vehicle in connection with an August 22 incident.
Gary L. Cunningham, 61 of Staunton, is charged with driving on a suspended license in connection with an August 23 incident.
Christopher J. Moreland, 38 of Staunton, is charged with DL expired more than a year, operating an uninsured motor vehicle, and driving/operating a non-highway vehicle.
Matthew W. Stoops, 32 of Bunker Hill, is charged with DL expired more than a year and no valid registration in connection with an August 19 incident.
Jordan T. Trimm, 33 of Benld, is charged with improper use of registration/title, unlicensed, and operating an uninsured motor vehicle.
Cole Y. Waugh, 41 of Gillespie, is charged with driving on a suspended license in connection with an August 16 incident.
Jessie J. Waugh, 44 of Gillespie, is charged with driving on a suspended license in connection with an August 15 incident.
Austin D. Guiliacci, 25 of Staunton, is charged with canceled/revoked/suspended registration in connection with an August 20 incident.
Matthew D. Knick, 20 of Mount Olive, is charged with driving on a suspended license and operating an uninsured motor vehicle in connection with an August 25 incident.
Kirstain S. Harris, 29 of Memphis, TN, is charged with driving on a suspended license and speeding 26-34 mph over the limit in connection with an August 24 incident.
Devin Berry, 36 of Blue Island, is charged with driving on a suspended license and driving 15-20 mph above the limit in connection with an August 24 incident.
Rudolph H. Jackson, 60 of Gillespie, is charged with driving on a revoked license, operating an uninsured motor vehicle, and no valid registration in connection with an August 24 incident.
Sean M. Rogerson, 50 of Palmyra, is charged with driving on a revoked license in connection with an August 27 incident.
DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE FILED
- Peggy Wells versus Jason E. Wells
- Cheri Woodson versus Alan Woodson
Comments
Community News
Football, parade, and GHS Athletic Hall of Fame induction highlight Gillespie homecoming
A football game pitting the Gillespie Miners against the Staunton Bulldogs, a parade and the second annual induction ceremony for newly named members of the Gillespie High School Athletic Hall of Fame will highlight Homecoming next month.
The theme of this year’s celebration is The Roaring Twenties.
The parade will kick off on South Macoupin Street at 6 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 25. The parade will march to the high school where a pep rally is scheduled for 7 p.m., followed by the coronation of the Homecoming King and Queen at 7:15 p.m. There will be a Powder Puff Game/Cheer Section competition at 7:30 p.m., also on Wednesday, Sept. 25.
There will be a meet and greet with newly named members of the Athletic Hall of Fame at 6 p.m., Friday, Sept. 27, followed by the Homecoming football game at 7 p.m. Hall of Fame inductees include Mike Viano, Jack Genet, Dennis Best, Barbella Magus, Sam Stewart, William & Florence Schmidt and Family, and Deb Olson and the ’93, ’94 and ’95 GHS softball teams. New members will be inducted during a 2 p.m. reception on Sunday, Sept. 29, in the high school gym.
The annual Homecoming dance is set for 7-9 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 28 at the high school gym.
For GHS students, Homecoming activities will start well in advance of the Homecoming weekend festivities. Students from all four high school classes will work on building parade floats from 6-9 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 19, Monday, Sept. 23, and Tuesday, Sept. 24. Students will decorate hallways for Homecoming from 3-5 p.m., Friday, Sept. 20, and 9 a.m.-12 p.m., Saturday, Sept 21.
Monday, Sept. 23 will kick off a week of “dress-up” days for students. For Monday, the theme is Boas and Bowties. Tuesday, Sept. 24 will feature Glitz and Glitter. Wednesday, Sept. 25 is Rhyme Without Reason Day, and Thursday, Sept. 26, will feature Gangsters vs. Flappers. The dress-up theme for Friday, Sept. 27 will be School Spirit.
In addition to Wednesday’s pep rally following the parade, there will be a game-day pep rally at 1:15 p.m., Friday, Sept. 27.
