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Gillespie Police Report: June 9-15, 2024
SUNDAY, JUNE 9, 2024
An officer was dispatched to Gillespie Police Department to speak with a couple in reference to a civil issue.
An officer was dispatched to Gillespie Police Department and spoke with a female in reference to a civil issue.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of East Elm Street in reference to criminal trespassing to property.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of West Easton Street in reference to a theft.
An officer was dispatched to First Street in Gillespie in reference to a noise complaint.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of South Street in reference to a well-being check.
An officer was to the 300 block of East Chestnut Street in reference to reckless driving.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of South Main Street in reference to a dog at large.
An officer was dispatched to the 10,000 Louis Lane at Gillespie Lake in reference to a 911 call.
An officer was dispatched to the 900 block of First Street in reference to a noise complaint.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of Montgomery Street in reference to a domestic disturbance.
An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of Dorsey Road in Mt. Clare in reference to a suspicious circumstance.
MONDAY, JUNE 10, 2024
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of West Oak Street in reference to a theft.
An officer was dispatched to Welfare Park in reference to a suspicious vehicle.
An officer was out in the 300 block of North Macoupin Street in reference to a well-being check.
An officer was dispatched to Macoupin Street and Walnut Street in reference to a suspicious male.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of North 7th Street in Benld in reference to a civil issue.
An officer met with a male at Gillespie Police Department in reference toa theft in the 200 block of West Oak Street.
TUESDAY, JUNE 12, 2024
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of West Easton Street in reference to criminal damage to property.
An officer was dispatched to the 600 block of North 6th Street in Benld in reference to a burglary. John A. Crisel, 62, of Benld was arrested for burglary.
An officer was dispatched to a business in the 400 block of South Macoupin Street in reference to discovered property.
An officer was dispatched to the 600 block of Burton Street in reference to a well-being check.
An officer spoke with a male at Gillespie Police Department in reference to harassment by telephone.
An officer was out with a male in the 100 block of North Macoupin Street in reference to a well-being check.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of East Walnut Street in reference to a dog at large.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 12, 2024
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of Park Avenue in reference to found property,
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of Park Street in Benld in reference to a medical assist.
An officer was dispatched to the 1000 block of South Madison Street in reference to an ordinance issue of trash accumulation.
An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of East Elm Street in reference to a dog at large.
An officer was dispatched to Gillespie Police Department to speak with a female in reference to identity theft.
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 600 block of West Wilson Street in reference to an alarm sounding.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Springfield Road and Illinois Avenue in East Gillespie. A 16-year-old female from Benld was issued citations for speeding and operating an uninsured motor vehicle.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of Henry Street in reference to a reckless driving complaint.
An officer was dispatched to Route 4 and Dorsey Street in Benld in reference to reckless driving.
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of East Chestnut Street in reference to an alarm sounding.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of North 7th Street in Benld in reference to a 911 call.
THURSDAY, JUNE 13, 2024
An officer was dispatched to a business in the 200 block of Southern Street in reference to a burglar alarm sounding.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of West Baker Street in reference to illegal burning.
An officer was dispatched to the 700 block of North 6th Street in Benld in reference to a well-being check.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of West Baker Street in reference to a domestic dispute.
An officer was out at 4th Street and Hickory Street in Benld in reference to unwanted solicitors.
An officer was out in the 100 block of East Wilson Street in reference to a camper parked on the sidewalk.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of North 4th Street and the 200 block of East Locust Street in Benld in reference to a 911 call.
An officer was dispatched to Route 4 and Staunton Road in reference to reckless driving.
An officer was dispatched to Adams Street and Virginia Street in East Gillespie in reference to a medical assist.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of East Walnut Street in Benld in reference to juvenile issues.
FRIDAY, JUNE 14, 2024
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of Richard Street in reference to a domestic dispute and criminal trespass.
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of South Macoupin Street in reference to a well-being check.
An officer on normal patrol in the 400 block of Charles Street found a car door open.
An officer was dispatched to Gillespie Police Department to speak with a female in reference to fraud.
An officer was dispatched to the 700 block of North Hard Road in Benld in reference to theft of a motor vehicle.
An officer was dispatched to the 1000 block of South Macoupin Street in reference to criminal damage to property.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of West Charles Street in reference to a security check.
An officer was dispatched to Oregon Street and Broadway Street in reference to an item falling out of a truck onto the roadway.
An officer was dispatched to Gillespie Police Department to speak with a male in reference to a child custody issue.
An officer spoke with a female at Gillespie Police Department in reference to a burglary in the 100 block of East Dorsey Street in Mt. Clare.
An officer was dispatched to the 700 block of Gillespie Street in reference to criminal damage to property.
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of South Macoupin Street in reference to a well-being check.
SATURDAY, JUNE 15, 2024
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Broadway Street and LJ Avenue. Evan T. Webb, 19, of Benld was issued citations for improper use of evidence of registration, no valid registration, operating an uninsured motor vehicle, and possession of cannabis in a motor vehicle.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of South Illinois Street in Benld in reference to a domestic dispute. Josh N. Danis, 39, of Benld was arrested for resisting or obstructing a police officer.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of South Main Street in Benld in reference to criminal trespass.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of Broadway Street in reference to harassment and neighbor dispute.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Hard Road and Mt. Clare Drive in Mt. Clare. Jessica J. Woyan, 34, of Bunker Hill was arrested for improper use of registration, no valid driver’s license, and expired registration.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of South Street in reference to a suspicious person.
An officer was dispatched to the 600 block of West Baker Street in reference to an ordinance issue of illegal burning.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of West Hickory in Benld in reference to a well-being check.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of East Elm Street in reference to a 911 call.
An officer was dispatched to the 600 block of Broadway Street in reference to a noise complaint.
An officer was dispatched to a business in the 900 block of North Hard Road in Mt. Clare in reference to a medical assist.
An officer was dispatched to the 900 block of First Street in reference to a noise complaint.
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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Zion Lutheran School to host open house on March 18 for preschool and kindergarten programs
Illinois Farm Bureau to host ‘Rules for the Road’ trucking seminar in Carlinville on March 20
