Posted on April 20th, 2010
A 50-year-old Champaign man has been charged with three counts of aggravated battery for allegedly attacking a 40-year-old Champaign parking enforcement officer last Thursday.
The parking officer was attempting to put a boot on the 50-year-old man’s car because records showed a large number of unpaid parking tickets. While he was doing this the 50-year-old man returned to his car, parked near the 300 block of West Maple Street. The officer has accused the man of using the car door to hit him before getting into the car and backing it up, hitting the officer’s shins.
The driver then fled the scene but was apprehended by police shortly after. If convicted of this Class 3 felony he faces punishment ranging from probation to five years in prison.
If you have been accused of a violent crime or need legal counsel in the area of what qualifies as assault, contact the Champaign assault & battery defense lawyers of Thomas A. Bruno and Associates at 217-328-6000 today.
Posted on April 13th, 2010
DNA evidence has been used to link a suspect to the Dec. 28 burglary of the Beta Sigma Psi fraternity, 706 W. Ohio St., Urbana. According to Assistant State’s Attorney Chris Kanis, a fraternity member who lives locally reported the burglary after finding a broken window leading to the house’s common area. An Xbox console and several games were missing.
The fraternity member noticed a soda can that did not belong to any members and gave it to police. Now, three months later, police have linked DNA found on the can to a 25-year-old who has a previous conviction for a burglary in Missouri. If found guilty in this burglary he faces four to fifteen years in prison.
Have you been charged with a burglary or need legal advice regarding your options if you have been accused of a burglary? Contact the Champaign criminal defense lawyers of Thomas A. Bruno and Associates at 217-328-6000 today.
Posted on April 6th, 2010
Last Friday, police investigated a northeast Champaign house following a reports of a fight. Neighbors had called police to report sounds of a fight from the house. When police arrived, they found a dead woman.
Police have detained a suspect but have not arrested him. According to a police spokesperson, the death is now being investigated as a murder. Police are currently searching for the woman’s brother, who neighbors say might have been living with her. Neighbors describe the woman as friendly and as having no particular arguments or problems with others.
If you have been accused of a serious crime or are seeking legal counsel in regards to a violent crime, contact the Champaign criminal defense lawyers of Thomas A. Bruno and Associates at 217-328-6000 today.
Posted on April 2nd, 2010
The Champaign Police Department announced this week that violent crime has decreased 50.6 percent in the past 15 years. According to the report, violent crime includes homicide, sexual assault, robbery and assault and battery.
The decrease in crime on the Illinois campus may have been due to a crime alerts system. In 2009, campus police reported 217 violent crimes.
If you or anyone you know has been charged with a violent crime, contact the Champaign criminal defense attorneys of Thomas A. Bruno & Associates at 217-328-6000.
Posted on March 22nd, 2010
University and Champaign police have called for public information regarding a series of attacks on women in the area surrounding the university. The assaults took place last week on Healey Street, Goodwin Avenue, and inside the music building. The Illinois police are looking for help identifying the suspect in the attacks.
If you or someone you love has been charged with a serious crime like assault, contact the Champaign criminal defense lawyers of Thomas A. Bruno and Associates at 217-328-6000 today.
Posted on March 18th, 2010
A 39-year old Urbana man was arrested for stealing fuel by deputies in Monument Square on Wednesday. The man allegedly stole approximately 130 gallons of fuel from a farm near Urbana-Moorefield road. Authorities have charged the man with criminal trespassing, theft, and possession of criminal tools.
The Champaign criminal defense lawyer Thomas A. Bruno is here to help you if you have been charged with a serious crime like theft. Contact him at 217-328-6000 to discuss your legal options.
Posted on March 11th, 2010
A 16-year-old was killed last week while walking along a busy interstate. According to police reports the accident occurred on Interstate 380 near Urbana.
The teenager was killed when he was hit by a car traveling north. Police later ruled the accident a suicide.
If you have been involved in a car accident charged with murder, contact the Urbana murder defense lawyers of Thomas A. Bruno & Associates at 217-328-6000.
Posted on March 4th, 2010
Champaign and University of Illinois police departments are preparing for the upcoming St. Patrick’s Day celebrations. According to a police statement, the police departments are coordinating with city officials to potentially cut down on disruptive behavior.
The city will attempt to limit the partying by not allowing package liquor stores to open before 11 a.m. Campus police also plan on limiting the amount of drinking that students attempt to do in class.
If you or anyone you know has been arrested for an alcohol-related crime, contact the Champaign criminal defense attorneys of Thomas A. Bruno & Associates at 217-328-6000.
Posted on February 23rd, 2010
A Champaign man was arrested Sunday for residential burglary. According to police reports, the man borke into a Champaign home Monday.
Police arrested the man later that day as he was driving away from the home. At this time, a preliminary hearing has been set for March.
If you have been charged with residential burglary, contact the Champaign burglary defense attorneys of Thomas A. Bruno & Associates at 217-328-6000.
Posted on February 18th, 2010
Police arrested a Champaign man who allegedly was involved in a high-speed chase Saturday. According to police reports, the man was charged with possession of a stolen vehicle.
The car was originally spotted in downtown Champaign, where police began their pursuit. The chase continued until police found the man trying to hide under a porch.
If you have been charged with possession of a stolen vehicle, contact the Champaign defense attorneys of Tom Bruno & Associates at 217-328-6000.
