City Of Champaign: Homicide Investigation – 1500 Block Of West Kirby Avenue

Press release from the City of Champaign:

September 30, 2021

On September 30, 2021, at approximately 5:34 p.m., Champaign Police responded to the 1500 block of West Kirby Avenue for the report of a shooting with injuries. Upon arrival, officers located a 17-year-old male in the roadway suffering from a life-threatening gunshot wound to his torso. Responding officers rendered medical aid until the victim was transported to a local hospital. The victim succumbed to his injuries a short time later.

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