Two Champaign men were arrested Monday evening in connection with an alleged drive-by shooting incident that occurred at Fifth and Vine streets. This drive-by was the fifth shooting incident in Champaign since Friday.
According to the police report, Kyantae Weatherall and Aaron Kirby were located in a house at the 300 block of East Hill Street after their vehicle, a Chevrolet Monte Carlo found at the 400 block of North Third Street, was consistent with information reported by the witnesses. Police said that they found a loaded handgun at the property.
Weatherall was arrested on the charges of aggravated battery and aggravated discharge of a firearm. Kirby was arrested on the charge of obstruction of justice, for his alleged attempt to conceal evidence believed to be connected to the shooting.
Police are still looking for others involved in the recent shootings and urge the public to contact police or Crime Stoppers with information. This information can be reported to the Champaign Police Department at 217-352-4545, and the public can give anonymous tips to Crime Stoppers at 217-373-8477.