Police looking for information in residential burglary

By Steve Contorno

The Champaign Police Department is asking for any information to aid in identifying and locating the suspect in a burglary that occurred May 15 between the hours of 1:30-4:40 p.m.

According to a press release, an unknown suspect or suspects entered a home at the 2600 block of W. Kirby Street in Champaign by forcing a back window open. The suspect(s) stole jewlery, three rare gold vintage coins and four weapons, including two “Western-Style” six shooter guns, among other items.

Information on the crime can be reported to the Champaign Police Department’s Investigation Division at (217) 351-4545. Anonymous calls can be made to Crime Stoppers at (217) 373-TIPS or text the tip to TIP397.