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Gillespie Police Report: March 5-11, 2023

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SUNDAY, MARCH 5, 2023

An officer was dispatched to the 700 block of Gillespie Street in reference to criminal trespass to property.

An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of Broadway Street in reference to harassment through electronic communication.

An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of South Main Street in Benld in reference to a child custody issue.

An officer was out with a suspicious vehicle at Welfare Park after dark.

An officer was dispatched to a business in the 200 block of Southern Street in reference to an animal complaint.

An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of Dorsey Road in Mt. Clare in reference to a mental subject.

An officer was dispatched to Big Brick Park in reference to an item being found in the park.

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An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of Park Avenue in reference to an animal complaint.

An officer was dispatched to Broadway Street and Western Avenue in reference to an animal complaint.

An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of West Burton Street in reference to an animal complaint.

A female called in wanting to report a theft in the 100 block of West Maple Street.

An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of Fry Street in reference to a well-being check.

An officer was dispatched to the 600 block of Broadway Street in reference to an animal complaint.

MONDAY, MARCH 6, 2023

An officer was dispatched to the 800 block of Second Street in reference to a civil issue.

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An officer spoke with a female at Gillespie Police Department in reference to a theft.

An officer was dispatched to the corner of Francis Street and Plum Street for a traffic crash.

An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of North 5th Street in Benld in reference to a domestic dispute.

An officer initiated a traffic stop at West Pine Street and South Macoupin Street. Cody M. Martin, 36, of Staunton was issued a citation for expired registration.

An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of North Hardroad in Mt. Clare in reference to a suspicious male.

An officer spoke with a female at Gillespie Police Department in reference to harassment by telephone.

An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of Park Avenue in reference to an animal complaint.

An officer was dispatched to the 400 of South Macoupin in reference to a suspicious male.

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An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of South Macoupin Street in reference to a suspicious circumstance.

An officer initiated a traffic stop at Dorsey Road and 2nd Street in Mt. Clare.  Danielle N. Vanmeter, 34, of Gillespie was issued citations for speeding and operating an uninsured motor vehicle.

An officer was out with a suspicious vehicle on Staunton Road in Benld.

An officer was dispatched to the 700 block of North 7th Street in Benld in reference to an animal complaint.

An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of North Macoupin Street in reference to a suspicious vehicle.

TUESDAY, MARCH 7, 2023

An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of South 7th Street in Benld in reference to harassment.

An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of South Main Street in Benld in reference to a civil issue.

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Amy S. Odle, 48, of Greenville was arrested on a Macoupin County warrant for burglary.

An officer was dispatched to East Oak Street and Clinton Street in reference to a traffic crash.

An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of Illinois Street in Benld in reference to a dog running at large. Christine L. Marcuzzo, 57, of Benld was issued a citation for dog at large.

An officer was dispatched to South 8th Street and Maple Street in Benld in reference to a traffic crash.

An officer was dispatched to the 7700 block of Staunton Road in reference to a suspicious person.

An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of West Henrietta Street in reference to a well-being check.

An officer initiated a traffic stop at Plum Street and Western Street. Amanda M. Yeager, 37, of Gillespie was issued a citation for disobeying a stop sign.

An officer met with a male at Gillespie Police Department that was returning a found item. The item was returned to the owner.

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An officer initiated a traffic stop at Central Avenue and 2nd Street in Benld. Kevin L. Sievers, 60, of Gillespie was issued a citation for speeding.

An officer initiated a traffic stop at Springfield Road and Harding Avenue in East Gillespie. Alex M. Calvert, 28, of Mt. Olive was issued a citation for speeding.

An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of Central Avenue in Benld in reference to an open door.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 8, 2023

An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of North 8th Street in Benld in reference to an animal complaint.

An officer was dispatched to a business in the 400 block of South Macoupin Street in reference to a suspicious person.

An officer was dispatched to Montana Street in reference to an animal complaint.

An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of South 7th Street in Benld in reference to criminal trespass. Walter L. Vester, 28, of Gillespie was arrested for criminal trespass to property

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An officer was dispatched to the 700 block of Abba Street to assist the aldermen in reference to an ordinance issue.

An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of Edgar Street in reference to criminal damage.

An officer initiated a traffic stop at South Hard Road and Park Street in Benld. Seth A. Ring, 24, of Gillespie was issued a citation for operating an uninsured motor vehicle.

THURSDAY, MARCH 9, 2023

An officer initiated a traffic stop at Benld Street and Edgar Street in Eagarville. Matthew A. Williams, 22, of Gillespie was issued a citation for driving while license was suspended.

An officer spoke with a female at Gillespie Police Department in reference to unemployment fraud.

An officer spoke with a male at Gillespie Police Department in reference to the recovery of found property.

An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of Shelby Street in reference to criminal damage to property.

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An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of North Macoupin in reference to a suspicious vehicle.

An officer was dispatched to a business in the 200 block of North Hard Road in Mt. Clare in reference to an unconscious male in his vehicle. The male was transported to a hospital by ambulance.

FRIDAY, MARCH 10, 2023

An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of East Maple to speak with a male in reference to a civil issue.

An officer was dispatched to the 600 block of Biddle Street in reference to an animal complaint.

An officer initiated a traffic stop at East Elm Street and North Macoupin Street. Charles W. Robbins, 45, of Gillespie was issued citations for operation of vehicle when registration was suspended and driving while license was revoked.

An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of South Main Street in Gillespie in reference to a keep the peace.

An officer spoke with a male at Gillespie Police Department in reference to harassment by telephone.

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An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of South Macoupin Street in reference to a well-being check.

An officer was dispatched to Easton Street and Macoupin Street in reference to a suspicious person.

An officer initiated a traffic stop at Broadway Street and LJ Avenue. David R. Simmons, 78, of Rector, Arizona was issued a citation for speeding.

An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of Springfield Road in reference to a suspicious person.

An officer was out in the 500 block of Osie Street in reference to an ordinance issue.

An officer was out in the 1400 block of Madison Street in reference to an ordinance issue.

An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of East Easton Street in reference to a suspicious vehicle.

An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of South Macoupin Street in reference to an alarm call.

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An officer was dispatched to Route 4 and Route 16 in reference to reckless driving.

An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of Hickory Street in Benld in reference to a suspicious noise.

SATURDAY, MARCH 11, 2023

An officer initiated a traffic stop at Edgar Street and Lincoln Avenue in Eagarville. Dustin M. Thompson, 29 of Benld, was arrested for driving while license was suspended, suspended registration, and disobeying a stop sign.

An officer initiated a traffic stop at 1st Street and Central Avenue in Benld. A 15-year-old juvenile from Troy was issued a citation for too many passengers in a vehicle.

An officer initiated a traffic stop at Broadway Street and LJ Avenue. Troy L. Dugger, 51 of Jerseyville was issued citations for speeding and expired registration.

An officer initiated a traffic stop at Central Avenue and Main Street in Benld. Meleah J. Vaughan, 34 of Carlinville, was issued a citation for speeding.

An officer was dispatched to the 700 block of North 7th Street in Benld in reference to subjects riding dirt bikes.

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An officer initiated a traffic stop at Central Avenue and 2nd Street in Benld. Velma S. Morgan, 41, of Gillespie was issued a citation for speeding.

An officer initiated a traffic stop at Macoupin Street and Elm Street. William E. Owens, 60 of Springfield, was issued a citation for expired registration.

An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of South 5th Street in Benld in reference to an ordinance issue for illegal burning.

All subjects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

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Miners girls basketball clinch SCC championship

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In a nail-biting showdown that will be remembered for years to come, the Gillespie Miners girls basketball team captured the South Central Conference title with a hard-fought 55-52 victory over the Pana Panthers on Thursday night, February 13. This marks Gillespie’s first conference championship since their back-to-back titles in 2001-02, when they shared the honors with Southwestern both finishing with a 9-1 conference record.

The game held at Pana High School was anything but straightforward. After a tumultuous 13-minute delay due to injuries and a technical foul controversy, the Miners rallied their spirits to secure the win. Amari Vickery led the charge with a stellar performance, scoring 21 points, while Mia Brawner added 11, Maggie Heyen contributed 10, Delaney Taylor posted 5, Sadie Sholtis scored 4, and Lainey Edwards and Corrine Fellin each had 2 points.

From the opening tip, it was clear that Pana was not going to roll over easily. The Panthers held leads at the end of the first two quarters, 15-14 and 28-26, showcasing their tenacity. By the time the fourth quarter rolled around, Pana had edged ahead 44-42, setting the stage for a dramatic finish.

However, the game took a chaotic turn in the fourth quarter when a collision between Vickery and teammate Sloane Brawner resulted in both players going down with injuries. Sloane was not able to return the game but Vickery did. The Miners also lost both Delaney Taylor and Sadie Sholtis to fouls and Gillespie was assessed a technical foul under controversial circumstances which tied the game at 49. But Heyen carried the weight through the fourth quarter recording 6 of her 10 points in the final quarter of play.

Despite the setbacks, the Miners displayed remarkable teamwork resilience under the leadership of Nikki and Matt Brawner. With the SCC championship secured and the regular season concluded with a 22-8 overall record and 9-0 conference record, the Miners now shift their focus to the upcoming regional which is being hosted in Gillespie.

Gillespie hosts Alton Marquette on Monday, Feb. 17 for the regional semi-finals after Alton Marquette knocked East-Alton Wood River, 36-29, to face the Miners. The winner advances to the regional championship that will be played on Friday, Feb. 21 at 7 p.m. in Gillespie versus the winner of Staunton/Roxana.

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Macoupin County residential fire claims multiple victims on Saturday

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Tragedy struck in the early hours of Saturday morning in Macoupin County as a residential structure fire broke out in the 200 block of West Dean Street, Virden, resulting in the death of a male victim, the Macoupin County Coroner Anthony Kravanya announced.

The individual was pronounced deceased at 10:06 AM but the identity of the deceased has not yet been released, as authorities await the results of an autopsy scheduled for Monday, February 17, 2025. The coroner’s office indicated that a press release will be issued following the autopsy and the positive identification of the victim.

WAND reported a second victim died after being transported to Springfield Memorial Hospital according to Sangamon County Coroner Jim Allmon who confirmed a 13-year-old boy and a 34-year-old male were the victims.

The fire reportedly started around 9:30 a.m. and the home was fully engulfed when first responders arrived. Two people were reportedly rescued and life flight was requested but were not available due to the foggy weather conditions. 

An investigation into the cause of the fire is currently underway, involving multiple agencies including the Macoupin County Coroner’s Office, the Virden Police Department, the Macoupin County Sheriff’s Department, and the Office of the State Fire Marshal.

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Missions group to host trivia fundraiser on March 30

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Come and join us for an exciting afternoon of trivia as we support our local 2:18 Missions! Mark your calendars for Sunday, March 30 from 2 to 5 PM for an event that promises fun, camaraderie, and a chance to make a difference in our community. The event will be held at DeStefane Community Center in Benld, 201 East Central Avenue.

Teams of up to 10 people can participate for just $100 per table. Whether you want to reserve your table in advance or simply show up on the day of the event to pay at the door, we welcome all trivia enthusiasts to join in the competition!

Feel free to bring your own snacks and drinks to enjoy during the game—just please remember, no alcohol is allowed. For your convenience, we will have bottles of water available for purchase.

The stakes are high, and the competition is fierce! The first-place team will take home a prize of $150. Plus, bring some dollar bills to participate in “Heads and Tails” games during breaks and to buy mulligans for your team.

Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to support a great cause while enjoying a lively trivia challenge. To reserve your table or for more information, contact Kristin at 217-691-7469.

Let’s make this a memorable event for our community and the 2:18 Missions!

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