CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) – An arrest has been made in connection with a deadly shooting that took place during the early morning hours of July 4, 2025, in Champaign. Police have arrested 37-year-old Rynell Frazier of Urbana, who is accused of fatally shooting 32-year-old Martez Jones of Champaign.
According to the Champaign Police Department, officers were dispatched to the 1900 block of W. Bradley Avenue at approximately 12:36 a.m. following multiple reports of gunfire. While officers were on the scene investigating, Jones arrived at a local hospital by personal transport with life-threatening injuries. He was taken into emergency surgery but later succumbed to his injuries.
Investigators believe that Jones was standing outside a business when multiple shots were fired. Frazier allegedly fled the scene immediately following the shooting. The incident also resulted in damage to several vehicles in the vicinity.
A warrant for Frazier’s arrest was issued the same day, but he remained at large until July 17, when he was located and arrested in Merrillville, Indiana. The Champaign Police Department is currently arranging for Frazier to be transported back to Illinois, where he will be held at the Champaign County Correctional Center pending arraignment.
Though an arrest has been made, the investigation remains ongoing. Police are actively seeking additional witnesses and surveillance footage from residents and businesses near the crime scene.
Anyone with relevant information is encouraged to contact Champaign Police at 217-351-4545. Tips can also be submitted anonymously to Crime Stoppers at 217-373-8477, online at 373tips.com, or via the P3 Tips mobile app.