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6 days ago
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No serious injuries reported after minivan crashes into building
SPRINGFIELD -- A minivan crashed into the building that houses Baskin-Robbins and Sterling Tax Service on the afternoon of June 17 on South MacArthur Boulevard and West Laurel Street. Two occupants of the vehicle were taken to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries. The van crashed into a masonry support that caused two beams over it, and the roof itself to collapse, said Bryce McCormick, who is a Deputy Division Chief with the Springfield Fire Department. More: Hot, humid weather hitting central Illinois this weekend. What you need to know The ice cream shop at 1700 S. MacArthur Blvd. has closed following the crash, according to a Facebook post. "So sorry for the inconvenience. Sadly and unfortunately, we are indefinitely closed. Fortunately, the only injury to the crew was a small cut and thank God there weren't any customers at the time. All prayers and good vibes appreciated!" More: Springfield representative listed in notes of Minnesota shooter, she said The minivan was occupied by four people and it crashed around noon, said Deputy Chief Sara Pickford of the Springfield Police Department. The driver was attempting to park her vehicle when she lost control of it and crashed into the building, Pickford added. A small child sustained minor injuries to her arm and the driver also had non-life threatening injuries. Both were taken to Springfield Memorial Hospital for treatment. The building will most likely be torn down in the near future, Pickford said. Sterling Tax Service posted on Facebook, confirming that no employees or people inside were harmed. "First and foremost, we are all fine. A car hit our building. For obvious reasons we are closed. There may be some delay in our services but we will do our best as soon as we can." (This story has been updated to add new information.) Tom Ackerman covers breaking news and trending news along with general news for the Springfield State Journal-Register. He can be reached at tackerman@ This article originally appeared on State Journal-Register: Baskin-Robbins closed indefinitely after car crashes into building
Yahoo
14-06-2025
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Springfield Police searching for tips in Tuesday retail theft
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — The Springfield Police Department is asking for help identifying two people whom officials accused of retail theft. The theft happened Tuesday at the Ulta Beauty on South Veterans Parkway. Officials did not go into detail about the crime or the value of stolen merchandise, but they did release images of the suspects. One is a Black male who was wearing a navy-blue jacket, a white t-shirt and a blue baseball cap. The other is a Black, dark-haired woman who was wearing a red or orange top and floral-patterned pants. Springfield Police issue 57 citations during traffic enforcement detail Anyone who can identify the suspects is asked to call the Springfield Police Department at 217-788-8325 or Sangamon/Menard County Crime Stoppers at 217-788-8427. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
11-06-2025
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Man charged with rape and kidnapping teen in Springfield, held without bail
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – The man accused of sexually assaulting a teenage boy last month in Springfield appeared before a judge for a dangerousness hearing on Wednesday. Multi-vehicle crash on I-91 in Springfield The judge ruled that 53-year-old Ahmed Ahmed will be held without bail until trial. That order comes after prosecutors argued Ahmed's release would pose a threat to public safety. The Springfield Police Department stated in a news release that on Friday, May 30, officers received a report of a sexual assault. A 17-year-old boy reported to police that at approximately 8:00 p.m. on Friday, he was walking on Hancock Street and was forcibly dragged to Johnny Appleseed Park by an unknown man. The man allegedly sexually assaulted the boy, who was eventually able to escape. He reportedly ran about one mile home as the suspect chased him. Springfield Police Special Victims Unit (SVU) detectives began investigating the incident by reviewing city cameras and speaking with the victim and witnesses. On Tuesday, SVU Detectives were granted a warrant for the arrest of the suspect, Ahmed. At approximately 4:00 p.m., Ahmed was found on the 700 block of State Street and arrested. The boy's family says he is recovering at the hospital. Ahmed is scheduled to appear in court again on July 11th for a pre-trial hearing. WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
11-06-2025
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Springfield police ask for help finding missing 79-year-old man
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – The Springfield Police Department is seeking the public's help in locating a missing 79-year-old man. Springfield Police SVU arrest man in connection with rape and kidnapping Victor Vazquez was last seen leaving his home on Tuesday afternoon near Nagle Street. Vazquez is approximately 5'8'' tall and weighs 160 pounds. He was last seen wearing black pants, a Nike sweater, and a Yankees hat. Vazquez might need his medication and is known to frequent the Worthington Street area. If you see him or know his whereabouts, call 413-787-6360 or the police department's non-emergency line 413-787-6300. WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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11-06-2025
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LISTEN: Overwhelming number of reports impersonating Springfield police
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – The Springfield Police Department is warning the community, particularly in the Longmeadow area, about a phone scheme. Springfield man charged with DUI, wrong-way driving in Enfield According to police, the scheme involves callers impersonating Springfield Police sergeants in an apparent attempt to defraud recipients. They said police have been getting inundated with reports from residents receiving calls from individuals falsely claiming to be members of the Springfield Police Department. The schemers are using the real names of both a retired and a currently serving Springfield police sergeant to appear credible. Authorities say no one has reported falling victim to the scheme, but residents have been contacting the police after receiving and hanging up on calls. In the audio file provided by the Springfield Police Department, the recording says they are a sergeant with the Springfield Police Department looking to speak with the person regarding a 'confidential legal matter' and leaves a callback number. The scheme appears to be targeting phone numbers in the Longmeadow area, with reports increasing over the past two days. Police are advising residents to hang up immediately if they receive such a call and not to call the number back. Individuals do not need to notify the police unless they have already provided money or sensitive information. In such cases, or if someone wants to verify the legitimacy of a call, they are urged to contact the Springfield Police Department at 413-787-6355. The Longmeadow Police Department is reminding residents that officers will never ask for payment of any kind over the phone and recommends the following to protect yourself from falling victim: Verify the caller's identity: Always request the full name, identification number, and contact information of the caller. Legitimate law enforcement officers will provide this information without hesitation. Refrain from sharing personal information: Avoid disclosing personal details, such as your Social Security number, bank account information, credit card numbers, or any other sensitive data over the phone. Be cautious of urgent or coercive tactics: Scammers often create a sense of urgency, coercing victims into immediate action. They may threaten arrest, fines, or legal consequences to pressure you into revealing information or making immediate payments. Take a step back, remain calm, and verify the authenticity of the call before making any decisions or taking action. Educate yourself and loved ones: Share this information with your friends, family, and vulnerable individuals within your community. By spreading awareness, we can collectively protect ourselves and prevent these scams from succeeding. WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
