Arrest warrant issued for Oct. 29 Neil Street shooting

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By Daily Illini Staff Report

Champaign Police have issued an arrest warrant for 26-year-old Kevin B. Cooper Jr. of Champaign for his involvement in a shooting on Oct. 29. Bond is set at $250,000 for the offense of aggravated discharge of a firearm.

The shooting occurred at 701 N. Neil St. in Champaign at 11:44 p.m. Police found evidence of gunfire, but no one was injured.

Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Cooper are asked to contact the department at 217-351-4545. If someone wishes to remain anonymous, information can also be shared through Crime Stoppers by calling 217-373-8477 or online at www.373tips.com. Crime Stoppers will reward any with information leading to an arrest with up to $1,000.

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