Urbana, IL – A Champaign County man was arrested this week in connection with a September shooting incident on East Washington Street in Urbana, according to police.
Authorities said the shooting occurred around 1:15 p.m. on September 9, 2025, in the 1500 block of East Washington Street. Urbana Police reported that several people were involved in an argument when one man allegedly left the area, returned in a vehicle, and fired into an occupied car. No injuries were reported.
According to the Urbana Police Department, investigators identified the suspect as 39-year-old Demetrius Vaughn, who allegedly fled the scene before officers arrived. Police said an arrest warrant was later issued for aggravated discharge of a firearm.
On October 7, 2025, the U.S. Marshals Great Lakes Regional Fugitive Task Force took Vaughn into custody without incident. Prosecutors have since filed additional charges, including attempted first-degree murder, unlawful use of a weapon by a felon, and aggravated battery, according to the Champaign County State’s Attorney’s Office.
The Urbana Police Department said the investigation remains active and ongoing. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Urbana Police at 217-384-2320 or submit anonymous tips through Crime Stoppers at 217-373-TIPS (8477) or 373tips.com.
Police reminded the public that all individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in court.
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