The Daily Illini police blotter for Jan. 24
January 27, 2020
Champaign
Armed robbery was reported at First Mid Bank & Trust, 2911 Crossing Court, around 5 p.m. Wednesday. According to the report, an unknown offender robbed the bank.
Residential burglary was reported in the 1600 block of Mayfair Road around 5 p.m. Wednesday. According to the report, the offender broke into the victims’ home and stole a number of electronic devices, including a tablet and a cell phone.
Forgery was reported in the 3300 block of William Street around 8 a.m. Thursday. According to the report, the victim reported his ex-girlfriend stole and cashed several checks from his home. The checks totaled about $500.
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Urbana
Other trouble or info report was reported in the 2600 block of North Lincoln Avenue around 4:30 a.m. Thursday. According to the report, the individual who reported the incident believed his friend had been kidnapped and held against her will after he received vague Facebook messages.
An arrest was made on the charges of unlawful use of weapons in the 2000 block of North High Cross Road around 10:30 a.m. Friday. According to the report, an officer was conducting a traffic stop and found the suspect to be in possession of a firearm with ammunition accessible. The suspect had a FOID card but did not have a valid concealed carry license.
Forgery was reported at Burger King, 1106 W. University Ave., around 6 p.m. Thursday. According to the report, the individual who reported the incident stated the victim attempted to use fake currency at the restaurant; however, the victim did not know the currency was fake but knew who provided it. The victim did not wish for police assistance at the time.