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KNOW HIM? On Wednesday, March 20, 2019 at approximately 2:00 p.m., Rockford Police officers responded to Washington Park Christian Church (801 Concord Avenue) in reference to a possible burglary. Upon arrival, officers saw damage to the front door where the suspect gained entry. Inside the church, officers located several electronic items strewn around, damage to instruments and church furniture.
Detectives from the Rockford Police Department recovered surveillance video of the incident involving a black male suspect, medium build, between 20-25 years old. Anyone with information on the suspect should contact Rockford Police at 815-966-2900 or leave an anonymous tip with Rockford Area CrimeStoppers at 815-968-7867.
Forensic Evidence Leads to Sex Assault Arrest
Rockford, Ill. On Monday, July 25, 2011, patrol officers from the Rockford Police Department responded to an apartment in the 300 block of North Church Street in reference to a sexual assault investigation.
When they arrived, officers learned that an adult female victim had been sexually assaulted by a male acquaintance whom she knew only by a nickname.
The suspect was described as a black male in his mid to late 20’s 5’7″ tall with a medium build. At the time of the incident, detectives conducted a follow-up investigation, but were never able to identify the suspect.
In April 2018, a possible suspect was identified following the result of a forensic evidence recovered during the investigation. Detectives from the Rockford Police Department’s Sensitive Crimes Unit followed up on the lead and were able to identify the suspect as Antoine Hill.
The Winnebago County State’s Attorney’s Office reviewed the results of the investigation and authorized charges against Hill. Hill was taken into custody on Wednesday, March 27, 2019.
Antoine Hill, 31, Rockford: Aggravated Criminal Sexual Assault with a Weapon (2 counts)
Aggravated Criminal Sexual Assault with Bodily Harm (2 counts)
Criminal Sexual Assault (2 counts)
Unlawful Restraint
Kidnapping
Aggravated Battery
Aggravated Assault
Hill was lodged in the Winnebago County Jail on a $500,000 bond. The charges against Hill are merely accusations. He is considered innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law.
Sources are reporting an accident on the East side.
It happened around 5:15 pm today in the area of 11th st and 18th ave.
A semi and a vehicle are involved in the accident. The vehicle is pinned between the semi and a pole. The occupants are not able to get out of the vehicle. Extrication was needed to get them out. No injuries were being reported at the time of the accident.
The cause of the accident is under investigation.
Sources are reporting a shooting incident in Rockford.
It happened around 2 pm today near Halsted and Ruth.
Reports of two vehicles chasing each other and numerous gunshots being fired. They were last seen on Deborah near Ruth.
We been told at least one person has been shot, but officials have yet to release information on this incident and confirm it.
Sources are reporting a scene on N Second st.
It happened around 10 PM tonight on N Second st in the southbound lanes near Auburn/Spring Creek ramp.
Several cops are on scene, at least 5 officers.
It is not yet clear what happened. Sources said it appears to be a traffic stop but several officers are searching the vehicle.
No other information is available.
Sources are reporting an accident in Machesney park.
It happened this evening near 6821 N 2nd St, Machesney Park, IL at Plan B Tires.
Unknown on injuries.
Sources said the occupant tried to run, but police were able to detain the person.
The cause of the accident is under investigation.
Photos by George Bower
Sources are reporting a gas leak at a Loves Park business.
It happened around 7 pm at the Walgreens at N Second and Riverside.
There is reports of a natural gas odor inside the store.
They have evacuated. No reports of injuries.
Sources are reporting a rollover accident in Boone County
It happened around 6:40 pm near Beaverton rd in Boone County.
Unknown on injuries at the time of writing this.
The vehicle has rolled over onto it’s roof.
The cause of the accident is under investigation.
Still developing.
Several sources are reporting a fight at a local Walmart.
It happened this afternoon approx. 3 pm at the Walmart on Northridge.
Reports of a man approx. 50 years old and a woman were fighting at the Walmart.
Unknown on injuries. The incident is being investigated by the RPD. RPD has yet to release any information. No other information at this time.
