To view our video, watch the media player above. BELVIDERE, Ill. (WTVO) A Belvidere family is murdered, and police are searching for the person responsible. The other day at work, my coworker and I were passing through Montague Street in Rockford when I sniffed out Benny's Dariette. What could turn out to be the last Jeep Cherokee ever rolled off the assembly line on Tuesday, as Autoblog reports, and the Belvidere Plant has gone idle. "I used to try to scare him. The project involves rehabilitating 36 bridge structures between the Edens and Ohio Street, patching the expressway pavement, replacing overhead sign structures, repainting the Hubbard's Cave, and replacing the access system to the express lanes. After a six-year run at the Belvidere Assembly Plant, Jeep Cherokee production is coming to an end. Four bullet casings were found inside, and that they are now looking for the person who did it. Due to his status as a previously convicted felon, Mason is prohibited from owning or possessing a gun in Illinois. For almost six decades, the massive auto plant has belvidere WebPolice: Illinois driver argued with passenger, crashed Top Stories Belvidere News How will Stellantis idle affect Boone Countys taxes? But other deaths were also represented, This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. 13 Investigates: Belvidere Police accused of systemic abuse of He brought the boys their own (electric) dirt bikes. BELVIDERE, Ill. - When the whistle blows at the Belvidere Assembly Plant Tuesday, it may signal the end of an era. Police found the bodies of 31-year-old Andrew Hintt and his five and seven-year-old sons inside. It hurts because youve seen the kids before, and I know theyre not here anymore, said neighbor Joshua Woodman. The members of the Belvidere Police Department will work with all person(s) or groups to enforce, and assist in the prosecution of all violations of laws and ordinances to assure these safe environments. Belvidere police along with officers from the Boone and Winnebago County Sheriff's departments, and Cherry Valley and Rockford Park District police departments PECATONICA, Ill. (WTVO) Illinois State Police SWAT, Winnebago County Bomb Squad and ATF agents assisted in the arrest of David Vowels, 36, after explosives were found during a raid on a marijuana growing operation at his home on Wednesday. Now the community where she lived in White Township, Warren County is in mourning. Anyone with information pertaining to this investigation is encouraged to contact the Belvidere Police Department at 815-544-2135. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. WARNING: VIEWER DISCRETION ADVISED. Illinois. As a parent of two young kids, I know finding new, fun things to ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) If youre trying to lead an eco-friendly and sustainable lifestyle, and wish to leave the minimum evidence that you ever walked on Planet Earth, you may have asked yourself, which is better for the environment: flushing or throwing away my toilet paper? In Mexican customs, for instance, throwing used toilet paper [], ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) Javin Mason, 32, convicted prior for selling stolen guns, was sentenced to 5 years and 4 months in federal prison Thursday for illegal possession of a firearm. Chris Green: cgreen@rrstar.com; @chrisfgreen. But he had a good sense of humor.". "My heart goes out to the victims," Belvidere Mayor Clint Morris said. The construction work will result in lane closures, affecting inbound and outbound traffic. If you know anything about the whereabouts of this vehicle or anything else with the case, you're being asked to contact the Belvidere Police Department. But, right now, I will.). The Belvidere Police Department has taken steps to continue to proudly provide service and protection to all the citizens of the community. We encourage you to stop by and visit your Police department or call us at 544-9626. This investigation is on-going, and charges are pending. Hinttand his fiancee are the parents of five children. Stellantis suppliers lose jobs after plant idle, Stellantis CEO: Automaker seeking solutions for Belvidere, Tracy Byrd announced for 2023 Boone County Fair, Stateline voters to decide in consolidated primary, Options announced for Belvidere Stellantis employees, Belvidere runs for Special Olympics and hugs, Hopes for EV manufacturing dashed at Belvidere Assembly, The end of the Belvidere Assembly Plant is drawing, Belvideres outdoor ice area reopens with IceHogs, Its a slap in the face says employee of Stellantis, Belvidere holds resource fair for displaced Stellantis, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. David Smith of First Assembly of God Church in Belvidere. Anyone with information about the crime or the whereabouts of the vehicle is asked to call the Belvidere Police Department at 815-544-2135 or Boone County Crime Stoppers at 815-547-7867. "It's going to hurt for a while. Kind of worried, because all the children in the neighborhood, and I have a two-year-old, and I know they have little kids, so kind of worried to see what happened or how it happened, or why it happened, said neighbor Hailey Wilson. Wenn Sie Ihre Auswahl anpassen mchten, klicken Sie auf Datenschutzeinstellungen verwalten. The incident began in Beloit; Janesville police officers later saw a suspect vehicle in the city and began to chase it. BELVIDERE (WREX) A lawsuit that names the city of Belvidere and one of its officers can move forward after a ruling from a U.S. District judge. We catch up with the Byron Lady Tigers at [], ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) Rockford Police announced the arrest of two 19-year-old men after two loaded guns (one stolen from Wisconsin) and Ecstacy pills were found during a traffic stop. A news conference is scheduled for 1 p.m. Monday. Neighbors said that they would often see the kids playing outside, and that the situation is heartbreaking. The Oscars will air on ABC and can be streamed on ABC.com and the ABC app as well as Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, AT&T TV or FuboTV. Where are the worst speed traps you've seen?. All three had been shot. No arrests have been made at this time. ISP investigate a stolen Belvidere Police squad car crash Images of the high school basketball season in the. Authorities said Alize was with Hintt and his boys that Sunday morning. We made some snapshots of the season thats now wrapping up. On Facebook, Kenneth Luke Steichen posted photos of a blocked off escalator inside Tilted 10 Arcade with "Do Not Enter" barricades. Both large bedrooms have spacious closets. Description: This home has 2,066 square feet of living space, including two bedrooms and one bath. 'Person of interest' arrested, questioned in Belvidere triple homicide He was booked into the Winnebago County Jail. These areas of service include administration, patrol, investigations, gang intervention, Neighborhood Watch, a school resource officer program and park patrol. BELVIDERE, Ill. - When the whistle blows at the Belvidere Assembly Plant Tuesday, it may signal the end of an era. 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The bodies were found in the600 block of Union Aveafter a landlord called 911. The Illinois State Police SWAT and the Stateline Area Narcotics Team (SLANT) said agents executed a search warrant in the 600 block of Valley View Drive at 5:30 a.m. Police said Vowels told his girlfriend they are just here to check out the plants as officers searched the house, finding nine cannabis plants, a workstation in the garage with cannabis trimmings, baggies and a scale, and a pipe bomb. I just, its hurts. Illinois State Police (ISP) Troop 1 Commander, Captain Joseph Blanchette, announces the results of Nighttime Enforcement (NITE) patrols in Ogle, Whiteside and Winnebago County during February. It is the mission of The Belvidere Police to provide a safe living, learning, and working environment to all citizens and visitors to the City of Belvidere. Additional information will be released after autopsy is complete. Have a news tip or story idea? Eileen saidthe couple was in the process of moving to Californiaand that they were hopeful the two oldest children would be able to join them and their siblings in the near future. The incident happened Sunday night at 628 Union Ave. Police said that they were called to the home around 9:45 p.m., which is when the discovery was made. The case in question deals with Officer Brandon Parker and the arrest of a man named Tyler Trexler. White Twp., NJ community mourns the death of 95-year-old 'loved, Luckily, no one was injured. Belvidere homicide case:Belvidere man, 2 sons found slain, Vernnon said he was the last one to see boys alive as they were with him and other family members at his residence earlier on Sunday. 'Person of interest' arrested, questioned in Belvidere triple homicide, Donations sought for funerals for father, sons killed in triple homicide in Belvidere, Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. Copyright 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. All rights reserved. During a news conference Monday afternoon, police say 31-year-old Andrew Hintt and his two sons, 5 and 7, died from gunshot wounds. News - Belvidere, Illinois Belvidere News, Weather, Safety, Sports | NewsBreak Belvidere, NJ Anyone with information BELVIDERE Police have announced the arrest of a person of interest in the deaths of Andrew Hintt and his sons, ages 7 and 5. 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Overtime spotlight: Lutherans Walt Hill Jr. Chaneys 30-point explosion ignites Auburns Sectional, Walter Hill Juniors 19-point fourth quarter leads. According to Belvidere police, Brakes had allegedly thrown a cup of bleach into the eyes of a family member Saturday afternoon at a home in the 200 block of Highline Drive. PECATONICA, Ill. (WTVO) Illinois State Police SWAT, Winnebago County Bomb Squad and ATF agents assisted in the arrest of David Vowels, 36, after explosives were Images of the high school basketball season in the. BELVIDERE, Ill. (WTVO) A Belvidere family is murdered, and police are searching for the person responsible. Dash cam video, obtained by WREX, shows Officer Parker kicking Trexler to the ground. BELVIDERE "This isnot God's will. Warren County, Belvidere, White Township NJ News Belvidere Belvidere IL Jeep assembly plant shut down indefinitely, leaving All of them had been shot, according to Woody. 1998 - 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. | All Rights Reserved. UPDATE: Police investigating death of man, two sons as triple homicide. Police Department - Belvidere, Illinois The living room/dining room area features a large picture window and a brick fireplace. All rights reserved. Belvidere Police This upcoming season, visitors will be able to bottle-feed, hang out with, and take pictures with Bruno, who has striking blue eyes. (I know, I know, we don't talk about Bruno, no, no, no, no. Yes, we should be watching our speed more carefully, it is the law after all. No word yet on what the cause was, but Loves Park police are Rockford roads deliver no joy, if it's not a pothole that gets you, it's a speed trap that fills you with worry. The bodies of two children and one adult were discovered in the 600 block of Union Avenue. Trexler's attorney has requested a jury trial but it could be months before that happens. Belvidere Police offering free rides home on New Years Eve Illinois State Police and the Boone County coroner are assisting in the investigation. Each victim suffered gunshot wounds, says Chief Shane Woody in a news conference on Monday addressing the homicide. The Boone County Coroner's Office classified the deaths as homicides. Copyright 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. All rights reserved. Belvidere The updated kitchen has white painted cabinets, granite counters, stainless steel appliances, a large island and a wall of windows. Authorities believe the suspect stole Hintts silver Jeep Grand Cherokee Trailhawk with Illinois license plate CT92923. When Hintt wasn't working, Eileen said Hintt was "the best father. Trexler's lawsuit accuses Parker of excessive force and the city of covering up police misconduct. Vowels was charged with Possession of an Explosive/Incindiary Device, Manufacture/Delivery of Cannabis between 30-500 grams, and Production of 5-20 Cannabis Plants. Belvidere Police investigating triple homicide after father and two Around 1,350 people were laid off when the Stellantis assembly plant went dark. The landlord called 911 and officers responded, police said. WebTOBYHANNA, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) A police pursuit in Monroe County on Wednesday led to a Brooklyn, New York man being charged with drug possession. He is being held in the Boone County Jail without bond. Eileen said Hintt was self-employed andowned and operated his ownmeat truck. Belvidere Belvidere Police Chief Shane Woody says authorities have been investigating for more than 15 hours. Police said Emanuel Albert, 19, was wanted on an outstanding []. WebOfficers announced the investigation in the 1300 block of 7th Avenue at 11:46 a.m., according to the Rockford Police Department an adult man had reportedly sustained life-threatening BELVIDERE, Ill. (WTVO) Belvidere residents going out to celebrate New Years Eve will not have to worry about finding a ride home, as the police department will The Belvidere Police Department didn't see it that way. ", "He spoiled the heck out of his kids," she said. I'm always looking for the best food in the Rockford area, so my search for the most delicious pork tenderloin might've just come to an end. Authorities said the driver was taken to a local hospital with injuries. Three of the complaints involve Parker or BELVIDERE, Ill. (WIFR) - Belvidere police release more information about a triple homicide Sunday evening. Police lost sight of the vehicle but saw it again in the 600 block of South Main Street. Belvidere Illinois Police find explosive device in raid on Pecatonica drug BOONE COUNTY, Ill. (WTVO) Illinois State Police District 16 respond to a stolen squad car crash in Boone County. Alize Smith:'Person of interest' arrested, questioned in Belvidere triple homicide, "I can't tell you, 'It's not going to hurt,' Smith told the family. I tried to flaunt my nine years. "We hung out," she said. 1998 - 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. | All Rights Reserved. The murder weapon hasnt been recovered but police say 9mm shell casings were recovered from the crime scene. Dan Elkington, 41, of Genoa, was last seen Friday, Feb. 24, buying spirits after work. Forty-five SheriffWinnCo. Investigators said a 29-year-old man stole a Belvidere Police squad car in front of 120 E. Madison Street in Belvidere, around 12:50 this afternoon. Belvidere police identify the deaths as homicides.