Crime of the Week
Crime of the Week 2-26-24
For this weeks crime of the week the Decatur Police Department is asking for the publics help in locating a violent offender who is believed to be in the Decatur area.
We are attempting to locate Nicholas Lynch who was involved in a shooting incident last month. Nicholas is a w/m, 27yoa, 6’2”, 220lbs, with Brown hair. Nicholas has warrants for Aggravated Discharge of Firearm and Possession of a Weapon by a Felon.
A picture of Nicholas can be observed under the “Most Wanted” tab.
If you have any information regarding the location of Nicholas please call Crime Stoppers at 217-423-TIPS. You do not have to give your name. Crime Stoppers will pay $500 or more for information that leads to an arrest on this suspect. Thank you.
Past Crimes of the Week
Crime of the Week 12/5/22
The Decatur Police Department needs your help in solving this week’s crime of the week.
On November 27th at approximately 2:30 A.M. Decatur Police responded to the south alley of the 1600 block of E William in reference to a shooting. Upon arrival officers observed a gun shot victim with a non-life-threatening injury to their leg. The victim was unable to provide any suspect information regarding this shooting.
Officers observed numerous shell casings in this alley and recovered a firearm.
Officers spoke to a witness who advised an older model “army green” 4-door van was possibly involved as it drove away N/B on 17th, directly after the shooting. A witness also observed an individual dressed in all black color clothing run directly towards this van right after the shots were fired.
If you have any information regarding this crime, please call Crime Stoppers at 217-423-TIPS. You do not have to give your name. Crime Stoppers will pay $500 or more for information that leads to an arrest on the crime of the week. Thank you.
Crime of the week 11-14-22
The Decatur Police Department needs your help in solving this week’s crime of the week.
On November 7th, 2022, at approximately 11:15 P.M. Decatur Police responded to the 300 block of W. Main St. in reference to a home invasion.
Officers arrived on scene and observed forced entry to the residence. Officers spoke to the victim who advised he was asleep in his bedroom when an unknown suspect forced entry to his front door. The suspect walked to the bedroom and a struggle ensued. The suspect punched the victim multiple times in the facial area causing injury. The suspect took an undisclosed amount of money and left the residence on foot in an unknown direction.
The suspect was described as a b/m, 6`2”, 210 lbs., wearing a black colored Carhart brand hoodie, black colored pants, and gloves.
If you have any information regarding this crime, please call Crime Stoppers at 217-423-TIPS. You do not have to give your name. Crime Stoppers will pay $500 or more for information that leads to an arrest on the crime of the week. Thank you.
Crime of the week 10/31/22
The Decatur Police Department needs your help in solving this week’s crime of the week.
On October 25th, 2022, at approximately 5:45 P.M. Decatur Police responded to the 1500 block of Terrace Dr. in reference to a shooting.
Officers arrived on scene and observed evidence of a shooting. Soon after arriving on scene a victim arrived at a local hospital with life threatening injuries. The victim advised he was shot by an unknown race male wearing a black colored ski mask and gray hooded shirt.
Witnesses observed a dark colored sedan driving at a high rate of speed N/B on Woodford after the shooting.
If you have any information regarding this crime, please call Crime Stoppers at 217-423-TIPS. You do not have to give your name. Crime Stoppers will pay $500 or more for information that leads to an arrest on the crime of the week. Thank you.
