CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — The Champaign Police Department is conducting an investigation following the discovery of evidence indicating that shots were fired during a sizable overnight gathering.
According to department officials, officers were dispatched to the vicinity of Springfield Avenue and Kenwood Road at 1:19 a.m. in response to a report of gunfire. Upon arrival, the officers encountered a large crowd with several ongoing fights.
While the officers attempted to disperse the crowd, officials reported finding signs of gunfire, including damage to a vehicle. There have been no reported injuries.
The officers stayed on-scene for several more hours to process the evidence and canvass the area for any eyewitnesses.
Officials asked that if anyone has information about this incident, they contact the Champaign Police Department at 217-351-4545 or Crime Stoppers at 217-373-8477.
