accounts, the history behind an article. Rantoul Police Chief Paul Farber says studies of the use of body-cams by other police departments show a decrease in complaints against officers and incidents where officers used force. Conducting a search on Recordsfinder.com is subject to our, The information found in RecordsFinder search results originates from public sources, and is not King helped set up a perimeter as officers looked for the man, assisted by Champaign County sheriffs deputies. February 21, 2023. We have a family whos mourning, and parents, Brown added. RANTOUL, Ill. (WCIA) Rantoul Police officers said a woman was arrested in connection to a deadly fight. Rantoul police Chief Anthony Brown called investigations of shootings involving officers complex and said there are multiple pieces of information that must be confirmed and analyzed., The Rantoul Police Departments goal is to be as transparent as possible while ensuring a thorough and impartial investigation, Brown said. WANDTV. Explore USA local news alerts & today's headlines geolocated on live map on website or application. The night of February 6, just before 11:00, Rantoul officers Haley Mennenga and Rikki McComas responded to the 200 block of West Belle Avenue for a report of a stolen vehicle. OUR VALUES RANTOUL, Ill. (WCIA) The Rantoul Police Department released body camera footage on Thursday, as well as officer reports regarding an officer-involved shooting that left Azaan Lee, 21, dead earlier this month. The records. Fire pit tables provide heat and a place to set down food and drinks, making them great for outdoor entertaining. Even so, new Rantoul Police Chief Tony Brown was sworn into office six days before last Tuesday at It is time to remind ourselves that in 2023, we have effective tools we didnt have three years ago today, when the first Illinoisan tested positive for COVID-19. One of Editor & Publishers 10 That Do It Right 2021. Be Truthful. The company canceled the card in December 2021. They said the suspect ran on foot, eventually losing consciousness several blocks away. Among the other expenses approved: A new Altec transmission bucket truck for $315,930, to take the place of a 1987 GMC platform truck that was involved in an accident while replacing the lights at Rantoul Highs football field. Kimberly D. Cross, who listed an address in the 1000 block of Lancaster Drive, was arrested Monday on a warrant issued last month after she was charged with stealing from a former employer. They said Lee walked away from the area in the meantime. Mr. Lee had a hold from the inside and outside of his pocket, Aceves wrote, saying he also had hold of the gun that way. King heard McComas say that the gun went off in Mr. Lee's sweatshirt, he may be hit and he ran north. McComas said Mr. Lee said he had no information about the car theft but that he knew the victim from high school. One of Editor & Publishers 10 That Do It Right 2021. High 62F. After receiving a report from a woman who heard moaning in her backyard on Campbell, police found Mr. Lee facedown, not moving, with his legs covered in blood. . Even when officers actions are within the legal boundaries of their authority, we know there is still healing that needs to take place, Brown said. that is degrading to another person. I then heard one shot fired," she wrote. Copyright 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. All rights reserved. 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Fire Chief Chad Smith said the blaze damaged four apartments in an eightplex apartment building 1200 Falcon Way, 900 block of North Maplewood Drive. Rantoul Police officials said Officers Jose Aceves and Rikki McComas were investigating a stolen vehicle when shots were fired. Winds W at 5 to 10 mph.. Cloudy skies early will become partly cloudy later at night. Must have mechanical ability and be familiar working with small hand tools and . As a convicted felon, it was illegal for Lee to have a gun. 21 Northwestern 62, Oil spilled when turbine crashed down near Paxton. The officers and staff of the Rantoul Police Department are committed to professionalism and community, and we will take an active role in answering questions and responding to the needs of our community as we continue forward.. That footage is showing us Lees final moments and lets us hear his final words. We want these things to happen. Police said it was unclear then if Lee was involved in the car theft, and he told them he was there to see a friend who lives in the area. Don't knowingly lie about anyone or anything. Her email is mschenk@news-gazette.com, and you can follow her on Twitter (@schenk). Be Nice. That footage is showing us Lee's final moments and lets us hear his final words. RANTOUL, Ill. (WAND) The Rantoul Police Department has released the names of the officers involved in a shooting on Monday night. What do you have here? you can hear McComas say. 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Biden surveys Ida cleanup in, Newsfeed Now: UPS driver spreads joy with TikTok, Newsfeed Now: Hurricane Ida death toll rises after, Newsfeed Now: Supreme Court allows Texas abortion, Newsfeed Now: Pres. Azaan stood up and fled eastbound towards the train tracks.. We have a young man who lost his life. Winds NW at 5 to 10 mph.. Evening clouds will give way to clearing overnight. Rantoul Police Department Anthony J. Scoopnest. Paxton police, assisted by the Ford County sheriff's office, Gibson City and Rantoul police, the Illinois State Police and the U.S. Marshal's Service, obtained multiple search warrants for . The Rantoul Police Department thanks the Illinois State Police, Champaign County Sheriffs Office, and the other jurisdictions involved with the investigation. Asked why he was in Rantoul, Mr. Lee said his uncle lived nearby, but he didnt know the address. Winds NNW at 10 to 15 mph. Brown Chief of Police 109 E. Grove Ave. Rantoul, IL 61866 Contact Us Ph: (217) 892-2103 Fx: (217) 893-9556 Email: police@myrantoul.com Police Dispatch Emergency: 9-1-1 Non-Emergency: 217-333-8911 Follow Us: FAQs Historic Photographs Organizational Chart Programs Strategic Plan 2019-2023 Staff Directory During the struggle, Aceves body camera fell off. Focus on politics, military news and security alerts All Rights Reserved. Although Champaign County States Attorney Julia Rietz said earlier this week that she found Aceves use of force in dealing with Mr. Lee legally justifiable, Aceves remains on administrative leave while his departmental superiors review his actions. RANTOUL The Rantoul Police Department has released the names and employment history of the two officers involved in a fatal shooting Monday night. The weather service issued a thunderstorm . Aceves said he and Mr. Lee were struggling for control of the gun, and that he believed Mr. Lee was trying to pull it out of his pocket. 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RANTOUL Erman Blevins will be Rantoul's new police chief.The village board Monday night concurred with Mayor Chuck Smith's recommendation of Blevins to succeed Paul Farber. person will not be tolerated. Salary: $3,334-$3,651 monthly. Use the 'Report' link on Unfortunately, when youre seeing where were encountering so many more handguns either on traffic stops or when were dealing with people, it just increases the risk of this type of tragedy happening again, he said. These concerns further justify his attempt to search Mr. Lee.. They will be investigating whether the officers actions were consistent with department training and policy. During the altercation, Mr. Lee and I both had a hold of his handgun. Thats when he realized Lee had a gun and things escalated. 'Officers collected shell casings, and while on the scene, they were notified the woman was being treated at an area hospital for non-life-threatening injuries,' police Sgt. 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