Normal Police make multiple firearm arrests

Posted on December 28, 2023
All the cases were reviewed and charged by the McLean County State’s Attorney’s Office. (WJBC File Photos)

By WMBD-TV

NORMAL – Normal Police announced five different firearm arrests since November via news release.

The arrests were part of the department’s effort to get illegal guns off the streets.

Those arrested include:

  • Jordan Darm, Age 19, Bloomington IL
  • Roderick Simmons, Age 36, Bloomington IL
  • Jeremaiah McCottrell, Age 22, Normal IL
  • Monae Lewis, Age 33, Normal IL
  • Shawndell Wright, Age 29, Normal IL

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All of them were charged with various firearm-related charges including, aggravated unlawful use of a loaded weapon, no FOID, and resisting police.

All the cases were reviewed and charged by the McLean County State’s Attorney’s Office.

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