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Gillespie Police Report: September 25-October 1, 2022
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2022
An officer was dispatched to Gillespie Police Department to speak with a female in reference to a civil issue.
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of Henry Street in reference to an aggravated battery.
An officer was dispatched to the 800 block of Harding Avenue in East Gillespie in reference to a suspicious vehicle and person.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of North Hard Road in Benld in reference to reckless driving.
An officer was dispatched to the Bike Trail in reference to a wellbeing check on an elderly female.
An officer was dispatched to Gillespie Police Department to speak with a female in reference to a theft.
An officer was dispatched to Montgomery Street and Chestnut Street in reference to a suspicious person.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of East Maple Street in reference to suspicious items in a yard.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at West Easton Street and Staunton Road. Lonnie G. Ziegler, 32, of Staunton was issued a citation for operating an uninsured motor vehicle.
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 2022
An officer spoke with a subject in the 800 block of Harding Avenue in East Gillespie.
An officer was dispatched to a business in the 100 block of South Hard Road in Mt. Clare in reference to children left alone in a vehicle. Brittney L. Sherfy, 37, of Benld was issued two citations for endangering the health of a child.
An officer spoke with a suicidal male in the 100 block of South Hard Road in Mt. Clare. EMS was contacted and transported to the hospital for an evaluation.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of East Maple Street in reference to criminal trespass to property.
An officer was dispatched to the 600 block of North 7th Street in Benld in reference to a domestic dispute.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Macoupin Street and Pine Street. Michael A. Niebrand, 43, of Dorchester was issued a citation for improper U-turn.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Dorsey Road and 2nd Street in Mt. Clare. Brittany L. Neverdowski, 22, of Mt. Olive was issued citations for speeding and operating an uninsured motor vehicle.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Springfield Road and Virginia Avenue in East Gillespie. Joseph B. Boente, 71, of Gillespie was issued a citation for speeding.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Dorsey Road and Berry Street in Mt. Clare. Robyn E. Proctor, 45, of Bethalto was issued a citation for speeding.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Dorsey Street and 2nd Street in Mt. Clare. Braeden L. Vasseur, 19, of Bucyrus, Missouri was issued a citation for speeding.
An officer was dispatched to Gillespie Police Department to speak with a male in reference to a civil issue.
An officer was dispatched to the 700 block of Abba Street in reference to illegal burning.
An officer spoke with a female in the 200 block of Illinois Avenue in East Gillespie in reference to a civil issue.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of Baker Street in reference to a suspicious person.
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2022
An officer was dispatched to the 700 block of North 6th Street in Benld in reference to a death investigation.
An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of Green Street in reference to a civil issue and a court order violation.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of Henrietta Street in reference to a domestic dispute. Daniel R. Sawyer, 45, of Gillespie was arrested on a Macoupin County warrant for failure to appear for failure to report a change of address or employment.
An officer was out at Macoupin Street and Elm Street in reference to a motorist assist.
An officer was dispatched to Madison Street and Pine Street in reference to a traffic crash.
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of North 9th Street in Benld in reference to a death investigation.
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of East Elm Street in reference to criminal damage to property.
An officer was dispatched to Big Brick Park and Green Street in reference to a traffic crash. A 16-year-old female was issued a citation for no valid Illinois license.
An officer was dispatched to a business in the 100 block of East Maple Street in reference to a suspicious person.
An officer spoke with a mental subject in the 800 block of Harding Avenue in East Gillespie.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of Green Street in reference to a suspicious person.
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2022
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of West Walnut Street in Benld in reference to disorderly conduct.
An officer was dispatched to the 700 block of Madison Street in reference to theft. Alexis N. Compton, 19, of Taylor Springs was arrested for theft.
An officer was dispatched to a business in the 400 block of South Macoupin Street in reference to a domestic dispute and criminal trespass to property.
An officer was dispatched to the 800 block of Harding Avenue in East Gillespie in reference to a suspicious person in his home.
An officer was out in the 200 block of East Burton Street in reference to an ordinance issue. Harold J. Bertolis, 71, of Gillespie was issued an ordinance citation.
An officer was dispatched to the 800 block of Harding Avenue in East Gillespie in reference to suspicious activity.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of North Kentucky in reference to dog at large.
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 29, 2022
An officer was out with a male in the 600 block of North 5th Street in Benld checking his wellbeing after finding him unresponsive in his vehicle.
An officer was dispatched to the Bike Trail in reference to damage done by a fire.
An officer was dispatched to the 700 block of East Walnut Street in reference to criminal trespass to a residence. Two juveniles were arrested for criminal trespass to property.
An officer was dispatched to the 1000 block of Madison Street in reference to a noise complaint.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of Henry Street in reference to criminal trespass to property.
An officer spoke with a male at Gillespie Police Department in reference to a civil issue.
An officer was dispatched to the 700 block of North 5th Street in Benld in reference to a suspicious person.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of West Spruce Street in reference to a suspicious person.
The School Resource Officer was out in the 200 block of South 5th Street in Benld in reference to truancy.
An officer spoke with a male at Gillespie Police Department in reference to a suspicious person in the 900 block of Frey Street.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at South Hard Road and Spruce Street in Benld. Betty A. Sherman, 69, of Gillespie was issued a citation for speeding.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of Clark Street in reference to an alarm sounding.
An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of East Chestnut Street in reference to a domestic dispute.
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 30, 2022
An officer was dispatched to a business in the 200 block of South Macoupin Street in reference to criminal damage to property.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Central Avenue and Main Street in Benld. Tanya E. Clark, 48, of Gillespie was arrested for driving while license were revoked.
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of East Maple Street in reference to a domestic dispute.
An officer was dispatched to Benld Park in reference to a child custody exchange.
An officer was out at LJ Avenue and Broadway Street in reference to a suspicious vehicle.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of Francis Street in reference to suspicious circumstances.
An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of Green Street in reference to subjects parking on the sidewalk and an ordinance issue of individuals living in a camper.
An officer spoke with a female at Gillespie Police Department in reference to a juvenile issue.
An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of Francis Street in reference to reckless driving.
A female came to Gillespie Police Department to recover a stolen item.
An officer was dispatched to the 700 block of North 7th Street in reference to a suspicious person.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of Henry Street in reference to a neighbor dispute.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 1, 2022
An officer was dispatched to Western Lane at Gillespie Lake in reference to a battery.
An officer was dispatched to Gillespie Police Department to speak with a female in reference to a domestic dispute that took place in a business in the 200 block of West Pine Street.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Staunton Road and Southern Street. Kelly N. Hurley, 49, of Highland was issued a citation for expired driver’s license.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of East Spruce Street in reference to suspicious activity.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of West Oak Street in Benld in reference to criminal trespass.
A male called the Gillespie Police Department in reference to suspicious noises in his home in the 800 block of Harding Avenue in East Gillespie.
All subjects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
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FELONIES
Rex J. White, 49 of Mount Olive, is charged with aggravated fleeing police (21 mph over), reckless driving, improper use of registration/title, unlicensed, operating a motor vehicle with registration/suspended , and driving 1-10 mph above the limit in connection with a November 15 incident.
Britteny D M Herr, 30 of Brighton, is charged with violation of an order with a prior violation in connection with a November 17 incident.
Christopher L. Black, 42 of Virden, is charged with aiding/abetting/selling a stolen vehicle and driving on a revoked license in connection with a November 17 incident.
Jesse D. Cimino, 42 of Troy, is charged with possession of methamphetamine (<5 grams) in connection with a September 1 incident.
Jennifer R. Haneline, 39 of Godfrey, is charged with burglary and theft/authorized control (>500<10k) in connection with an August 6 incident.
Simone R. Para, 51 of Girard, is charged with possession of a controlled substance and driving under the influence of drugs in connection with an October 13 incident.
Crystal D. Hoffman, 45 of Staunton, is charged with obstruction of justice/destroying evidence and driving under the influence of alcohol in connection with a November 11 incident.
Andrew P. Hansen, 47 of Carlinville, is charged with received/possession/selling stolen vehicle and possession of meth (<5 grams) in connection with a November 20 incident.
Justin C. Grider, 42 of Carlinville, is charged with two counts of aggravated assault/operating a motor vehicle in connection with a November 21 incident.
MISDEMEANORS
Jacqueline B. Jessen, 42 of Girard, is charged with giving/selling liquor to a minor in connection with a November 14 incident.
Perry L. Lair, 62 of Virden, is charged with giving/selling liquor to a minor in connection with a November 14 incident.
Kara E. Estes, 37 of Girard, is charged with giving/selling liquor to a minor in connection with a November 14 incident.
Melissa R. Robinson, 36 of Farmersville, is charged with giving/selling liquor to a minor in connection with a November 14 incident.
Kenneth J. Barker, 38 of Litchfield, is charged with resisting a peace officer/firefighter/corrections employee in connection with a November 19 incident.
Julio Isaias Pedro Felipe, 36 of Springfield, is charged with giving/selling liquor to a minor in connection with a November 14 incident.
TRAFFIC
Amanda J. Eberwein, 27 of Virden, is charged with driving on a suspended license in connection with a November 12 incident.
Katherine F. Fugitt, 33 of Springfield, is charged with driving on a revoked license in connection with a November 15 incident.
DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE FILED
- Michael C. Cummings versus Tracy L. Cummings
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SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 2024
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Macoupin Street and Pine Street. Michael C. Malone, 59 of Melbourne, Florida, was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol and disregarding a stop sign.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of South Illinois Street in Benld in reference to criminal trespass to property.
An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of Henry Street in reference to suspicious persons.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of West Hickory Street in Benld in reference to a suspicious noise.
An officer was dispatched to South Second Street in reference to reckless driving.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Springfield Road and Illinois Avenue in East Gillespie. Matthew R. Bowen, 18 of Fairview Heights, was issued a citation for operating an uninsured motor vehicle.
An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of East Pine Street in reference to a medical assist.
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2024
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 500 block of East Chestnut Street in reference to a medical assist.
An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of East Chestnut Street in reference to a juvenile issue.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Elm Street and Clinton Street. Samantha L. Jansen, 53 of Gillespie, was issued a citation for operating an uninsured motor vehicle.
An officer was dispatched to Staunton Road in reference to reckless driving.
An officer was dispatched to Gillespie Police Department to the 200 block of East Locust Street in Benld in reference to trespassing.
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2024
An officer was dispatched to the 600 block of Charles Street in reference to a suspicious person.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of East Oak Street in reference to a well-being check.
An officer was dispatched to the 800 block of Broadway Street in reference to a business security check.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Green Street and Easton Street. McKenna N. Kampwerth, 21 of South Roxana, was arrested on multiple warrants. The South Roxana warrant was for failure to appear for traffic leaving the scene, the warrant out of Wood River was for possession of meth, and the warrant out of Collinsville was for possession of meth.
An officer was dispatched to East Gillespie on Route 16 East to Assist an Illinois State trooper with a call.
An officer was dispatched to a business in the 300 block of North Macoupin Street in reference to an electrical fire.
An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of East Walnut Street in reference to a battery.
Keshawn K. Bush, 40 of Gillespie, was arrested for criminal trespass to state supported property.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of East Oak Street reference criminal trespass to property.
Brandon L. Smith, 29 of Gillespie, was arrested on a warrant out of Macoupin County for failure to appear on a traffic offense.
Ryan D. Shoger, 37 of Gillespie, was arrested on a warrant out of Macoupin County for failure to appear on possession of methamphetamine.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Macoupin Street and Elm Street. Jesus E. Cabrera-Ramirez, 33 of Gilbert, AZ, was issued a citation for disregarding a stop sign and operating an uninsured motor vehicle.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Macoupin Street and Elm Street. Alison M. Whitehead, 29 of Staunton, was issued a citation for expired registration.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of East Willow Street in Benld in reference to a suspicious vehicle.
An officer spoke with a female at Gillespie Police Department in reference to an order of protection in the 700 block of Springfield Road in East Gillespie
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 2024
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Broadway Street and LJ Avenue. Layla R. Eden, 18 of Bunker Hill, was arrested for driving while license was suspended and possession of alcoholic liquor under the age of 21.
An officer was dispatched to Easton Street and Macoupin Street in reference to a traffic crash.
An officer was dispatched to Oak Street and South 1st Street in Benld in reference to a fire. The officer discovered it was a control burn.
An officer was dispatched to a business at East Central Avenue in Benld in reference to a suspicious person.
An officer was dispatched to the 1100 block of Abba Street in reference to an alarm.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of Broadway Street in reference to a medical assist.
An officer spoke with a male in the 200 block of Hickory Street in Benld in reference to a civil issue.
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2024
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of Illinois Street in Benld in reference to a domestic dispute.
Ashleigh K. Bethel, 40 of Benld, was arrested on a Macoupin County warrant for failure to appear while driving while license are revoked.
The school resource officer was contacted by the high school counselor and advised him of a sexual assault.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of Springfield Road in East Gillespie Street reference a burglary.
An officer was dispatched to a business in the 400 block of South Macoupin Street in reference to retail theft. David A. Orear, 33 of Gillespie, was arrested for retail theft.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of North Illinois Street in Benld in reference to a domestic. Donald E. Ruyle, 51 of Benld, was arrested for domestic battery.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of South Jersey Street in reference to reckless driving.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of West Easton Street in reference to an animal complaint.
An officer spoke with a male in the 300 block of East Spruce Street in reference to a civil issue.
An officer was dispatched to Pine Street and Shelby Street in reference to an ordinance issue.
An officer was dispatched to a business in the 500 block of East Elm Street in reference to a suspicious person.
An officer was dispatched to 6th Street in Benld in reference to a suspicious person.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Springfield Road and Illinois Avenue in East Gillespie. Bruce E. Jackson, 64 of Benld, was issued a citation for speeding.
An officer was dispatched to the 800 block of Broadway Street in reference to a suspicious person.
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 2024
An officer was dispatched to the 600 block of Charles Street in reference to a well-being check.
An officer spoke with a female at Gillespie Police Department in reference to a civil issue.
An officer initiated a traffic stop at Broadway Street and LJ Avenue. Joseph W. Webb, 37 of Gillespie, was arrested for no valid driver’s license and driving while license was suspended.
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of Park Avenue in reference to an animal complaint.
An officer was dispatched to Route 16 East in East Gillespie in reference to a domestic dispute.
An officer was dispatched to the 200 block of East Elm Street in reference to a 911 call.
An officer spoke with a female at Gillespie Police Department in reference to a civil issue in the 700 block of Springfield Road in East Gillespie.
An officer was dispatched to Gillespie Police Department to speak with a female in reference to a civil issue in the 300 block of Park Avenue.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 23, 2024
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of East Oak Street in reference to criminal trespass to property.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of South 8th Street in Benld in reference to a 911 call.
An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of East Chestnut Street in reference to a death investigation.
An officer was dispatched to the 500 block of Henry Street in reference to a well-being check.
An officer was dispatched to a business in the 100 block of South Hard Road in Mt. Clare reference a civil issue.
An officer was dispatched to the 700 block of Plum Street in reference to a 911 call.
An officer was dispatched to Grace Street and Clinton Street in reference to an animal complaint.
An officer was dispatched to the 300 block of West Walnut Street in reference to a domestic dispute.
An officer was dispatched to the 700 block of Springfield Road in East Gillespie in reference to a civil standby.
An officer was dispatched to the 400 block of Springfield Road in East Gillespie in reference to a business check.
All subjects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
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FELONIES
Levi T. Kroll, 35 of Eagarville, is charged with aggravated battery of a peace officer in connection with a November 10 incident.
David J. Karrick, 44 of Virden, is charged with residential burglary and criminal trespass to residence in connection with a November 10 incident.
MISDEMEANORS
Jason H. Rells, 50 of Virden, is charged with resisting a peace officer/ firefighter/corrections employee in connection with a November 13 incident.
TRAFFIC
Justin H. Bodine, 42 of Springfield, is charged with driving on a suspended license and canceled/revoked/suspended registration in connection with an October 26 incident.
Christopher L. Black, 42 of Virden, is charged with driving on a suspended license, operating an uninsured motor vehicle, and no valid registration in connection with an October 30 incident.
Christopher R. Lott, 47 of Carlinville, is charged with failure to notify of damage to an unattended vehicle in connection with a November 2 incident.
Stephanie K. Short, 59 of Bunker Hill, is charged with reckless driving, fleeing/attempting to elude officer, and disregarding a stop sign in connection with an October 31 incident.
Stacey L. Hart, 54 of Gillespie, is charged with reckless driving and leaving the scene in connection with an October 27 incident.
Troy J. Camerer, 52 of Gillespie, is charged with reckless driving, leaving the scene, failure to give notice of crash, and improper traffic lane usage in connection with an October 30 incident.
Lucas J. Edwards, 22 of Caledonia, is charged with reckless driving, fleeing/attempting to elude officers, speeding 26-34 mph over the limit, and being unlicensed in connection with a November 11 incident.
Allen D. James Jr, 62 of Virden, is charged with reckless driving in connection with an October 30 incident.
Zachary S. Hoffstot, 44 of Mount Olive, is charged with driving on a revoked license, operating a motor vehicle with suspended registration, and operating an uninsured motor vehicle in connection with a November 6 incident.
Dustin P. Cunningham, 33 of Greenfield, is charged with driving on a suspended license and operating an uninsured motor vehicle in connection with a November 11 incident.
Courtney R. Coonce, 31 of Carlinville, is charged with driving on a revoked license and transporting/carrying alcohol in connection with a November 8 incident.
Ashley R. Winters, 38 of Kane, is charged with canceled/revoked/suspended registration in connection with a November 12 incident.
DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE FILED
- Jennifer M. Bushue versus Jesse J. Bushue
MARRIAGE LICENSES
- Daniel Robert Dobrino of Benld and Hannah Marie Pritchett of Edwardsville
