Champaign, IL – Police are investigating a bank robbery that occurred Friday afternoon in Champaign, leaving officers searching for a suspect who fled the scene with stolen cash.
According to Champaign Police, officers responded around 3:17 p.m. on Tuesday, October 3, 2025, to the 1000 block of South Neil Street for reports of a bank robbery. Investigators said a man entered the bank, demanded money, and threatened staff before escaping with an undisclosed amount of currency. No injuries were reported, and police confirmed no weapon was displayed or discharged during the incident.
Officers canvassed the surrounding area and are continuing to review surveillance footage while seeking witnesses. Authorities urged residents and businesses with exterior security cameras in the area to notify police if they may have captured useful footage. No arrests have been made, and the investigation remains active.
Champaign Police are asking anyone with information to call 217-351-4545. Anonymous tips may also be submitted to Champaign County Crime Stoppers at 217-373-8477 (TIPS), online at 373tips.com, or through the “P3 Tips” mobile app. Crime Stoppers offers up to $1,000 for information leading to an arrest in cases such as this.
Police thanked the University of Illinois Police and Illinois State Police for assisting in the investigation. Updates will be released as new information becomes available.
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