URBANA, IL (Chambana Today) – Urbana police officers responded on Saturday at 4:30 to the intersection of Busey Ave. and Park St. for a shooting with injuries. Officers learned that the shooting stemmed from a road rage incident that took place east of Five Points that continued to Busey & Park. A vehicle being driven by a female and male passenger engaged in a verbal altercation at an intersection with a male driving by himself.
The solo driver drove past the double-occupied car and now was being followed by the duo. The solo driver pulled into Carle Hospital’s emergency department parking lot and ultimately pulled onto Park Street to create distance between him and the following vehicle. The duo continued westbound on University Avenue but turned northbound on Busey Avenue and stopped at Park Street. Both exited their vehicle, as the solo driver reached the intersection. The female was armed with a baseball bat. The male passenger approached the solo male driver. The driver indicated the male passenger had his hand underneath his shirt and he believed that he was armed with a weapon. The driver was a concealed carry permit holder, drew a legally concealed firearm and fired several rounds striking the male passenger. The driver called 911 to report the incident. The male passenger who had been shot was transported to a local hospital where he underwent surgery and is currently in intensive care. This is an ongoing investigation and currently, no arrests have been made.
Urbana Police ask that anyone who has additional information please call 217-384-2320. Arrangements can be made for information to be shared privately. Anyone wishing to remain anonymous may also submit tips to Crime Stoppers at 217-373-TIPS.