Crime of the Week

Crime of the Week 07/15/2026

The Decatur Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in solving this week’s Crime of the Week.

Detectives are currently investigating a theft that occurred during the early morning hours of June 29, 2026, at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church. Several large copper downspouts were removed from the exterior of the building overnight.

This incident is one of several similar copper thefts reported in the area. Surveillance video shows a possible suspect described as a white male wearing dark clothing and riding a bicycle. Photos of the possible suspect are available on the Crime Stoppers website. Detectives are continuing to follow leads.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is encouraged to contact the Decatur Police Department Criminal Investigations Division at 217‑424‑2734 or submit a tip anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 217‑423‑TIPS. When contacting Crime Stoppers, be sure to obtain a tip number for your records.

Alex Amaya2026-07-15T07:56:15-05:00July 15, 2026|Crime of the Week|

Crime of the Week 07/01/2026

The Decatur Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in solving this week’s Crime of the Week.

Detectives are currently investigating a burglary that occurred during the early morning hours of June 29, 2026, at the CVS located at 570 North Fairview Avenue.

Responding officers discovered two shattered glass door panes. Investigators believe a brick was used to break the glass, allowing the suspect to gain entry into the business.

Surveillance footage captured an individual of unknown race wearing a black hooded sweatshirt, black face mask, black shoes, and white gloves while carrying a black pillowcase or bag. After entering the business, the suspect walked to the cash register before leaving a short time later. The suspect was last seen walking southbound along the west side of the business.

Photos of the suspect can be viewed on the Crime Stoppers website.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is encouraged to contact the Decatur Police Department Criminal Investigations Division at 217-424-2734 or submit a tip anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 217-423-TIPS. When contacting Crime Stoppers, be sure to obtain a tip number for your records.

Alex Amaya2026-07-01T11:19:00-05:00July 1, 2026|Crime of the Week|

06/24/2026 – Cold Case

The Decatur Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance with a cold case from 2021.

On July 11, 2021, at approximately 1:47 a.m., officers responded to the area of North Edward Street and West Main Street. Upon arrival, officers located Shomari Page, a Black male born on October 13, 1976, in the driver’s seat of a red Dodge Challenger. The investigation subsequently determined that Page was the victim of a homicide.

Detectives continue to actively pursue leads and are asking anyone with knowledge of the incident, no matter how minor it may seem, to come forward.

Anyone with information regarding this case is encouraged to submit a tip anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 217-423-TIPS or contact Detective Kaylor directly at 217-542-3414. When contacting Crime Stoppers, be sure to obtain a tip number for your records.

Crime Stoppers will pay $2,500 or more for information that leads to an arrest in this case.

Your tip could help provide answers and bring closure to those affected by this incident.

Alex Amaya2026-06-24T09:36:22-05:00June 24, 2026|Crime of the Week|

Decatur Police Department – Crime of the Week 06/17/2026

The Decatur Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in solving this week’s Crime of the Week.

Detectives are currently investigating a shots fired incident that occurred at 1355 N IL Rout 48 on 06/14/2026 at approximately 2am.

Responding officers located 20 spent shell casings in the parking lot. Three subjects arrived at an area hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

The suspect was described as a b/m, tall, thin build with dreads, wearing all black.

Anyone with information regarding these incidents is encouraged to contact the Decatur Police Department Criminal Investigations Division at 217-424-2734 or submit a tip anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 217-423-TIPS.

Alex Amaya2026-06-17T08:01:04-05:00June 17, 2026|Crime of the Week|

Crime of the Week 04/29/2026

The Decatur Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in identifying suspects involved in a series of thefts and vandalism incidents.

Detectives are currently investigating approximately 20 incidents involving the theft of headstones and vases, along with related vandalism. The damage and loss of property are estimated to total several thousand dollars.

The suspects are believed to be three individuals operating four-wheelers described as blue, red, and green in color. One of the suspects, who was riding the green four-wheeler, is described as a white male approximately 30 years of age. The other two operators appeared to be significantly younger.

In one incident, the suspects were observed traveling northbound through the Pilgrim Lutheran Church parking lot.

Anyone with information regarding these incidents is encouraged to contact the Decatur Police Department Criminal Investigations Division at 217-424-2734 or submit a tip anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 217-423-TIPS.

Alex Amaya2026-04-29T11:04:07-05:00April 29, 2026|Crime of the Week|

Crime of the Week 04/15/2026

The Decatur Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in solving this week’s Crime of the Week.

On March 18, 2026, officers responded to a residential burglary in the 1300 block of East Locust Street. Upon arrival, officers learned that an unknown suspect had broken two windows to gain entry into the residence.

The victim later reported that a Black male suspect returned to the residence and brought back most of the stolen items, with the exception of a cellular phone.

The suspect is described as having a distinct star tattoo on his forehead, located between his eyes. He is also believed to possibly reside in the 1400 block of East Locust Street.

Digital photos of the suspect are available on the Crime Stoppers website.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is encouraged to contact the Decatur Police Department Criminal Investigations Division at 217-424-2734 or submit a tip anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 217-423-TIPS.

Alex Amaya2026-04-15T10:56:15-05:00April 15, 2026|Crime of the Week|

Crime of the Week 04/09/2026

The Decatur Police Department is asking for your help with this week’s Crime of the Week.

The Decatur Police are investigating an armed home invasion that occurred March twenty‑seventh around eleven a.m. in the eleven‑hundred block of East Elmhurst. Two armed male suspects entered the home, demanded money, and stole electronics and beauty products. Two occupants suffered injuries during the attack.

The first suspect is a Black male, late teens to early twenties, wearing all black and a black ski mask, armed with a semi‑automatic handgun.

The second suspect is a Black male, late teens to early twenties, five‑ten to six feet tall, large build, wearing a black letterman jacket with “H‑V” in white lettering, also armed.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Decatur Police at 217‑424‑2734 or Crime Stoppers at 217‑423‑TIPS.

Alex Amaya2026-04-09T10:01:53-05:00April 9, 2026|Crime of the Week|

Crime of the Week 04/01/2026

On 03/27/2026, Decatur Police responded to 2525 N Main St regarding a burglary. Upon arrival, officers observed a shattered glass door and damaged property inside.

Surveillance footage shows two suspects approaching on foot from the south. One used a sledgehammer to break the front door, allowing both to enter. They caused significant property damage, likely trying to access secured money, but were unsuccessful. The suspects then fled south on foot.

Suspect Descriptions:

Suspect 1: Male, unknown age, ~5’6”, larger build, all black clothing, facemask, gloves with white lettering, carrying a sledgehammer.
Suspect 2: Male, unknown age, ~5’6”, thin build, all black clothing, facemask, gloves with white lettering, carrying a sledgehammer and prybar.

This incident is part of a string of similar burglaries and remains under investigation.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Decatur Police Criminal Investigations Division at 217-424-2734 or Crime Stoppers at 217-423-TIPS.

Alex Amaya2026-04-01T12:56:15-05:00April 1, 2026|Crime of the Week|

Crime of the Week 03/18/2026

The Decatur Police Department is asking for your help with this week’s Crime of the Week.

On multiple occasions in March 2026, the same suspect entered a business located at 1315 North Water Street and stole several items before leaving the area.

The suspect is described as a Black male in his mid-40s, wearing an oversized tan coat and blue jeans. Investigators have obtained a still image of the suspect from security footage, which is available for viewing on the Crimestoppers website.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Decatur Police Criminal Investigations Division at 217-424-2734 or Crime Stoppers at 217-423-TIPS.

Alex Amaya2026-03-18T10:49:09-05:00March 18, 2026|Crime of the Week|

Crime of the Week 3/11/2026

The Decatur Police Department is asking for your help with this week’s Crime of the Week.

On March 8th, 2026, at approximately 3:10 a.m., officers responded to the 500 block of South Boyd Street for a vehicular hijacking.

The victim told officers he was sitting in his parked Buick sedan when a black sedan, possibly a Hyundai, pulled up next to him. A younger Black male passenger rolled down the window and pointed a black Glock-style handgun with an extended magazine and weapon-mounted light, ordering the victim out of the vehicle.

After demanding money, the suspect got into the Buick and fled the scene. Both vehicles were last seen traveling south on Boyd Street and west on Tuttle Street.

The victim reported there were four to five suspects in the Hyundai: one Black male and three to four white males, all believed to be 16 to 18 years old and wearing black clothing and face masks.

The stolen Buick was later recovered in the 1000 block of West Macon Street.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Decatur Police Criminal Investigations Division at 217-424-2734 or Crime Stoppers at 217-423-TIPS.

Alex Amaya2026-03-11T15:20:45-05:00March 11, 2026|Crime of the Week|