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Traffic Alert Incident Type: Traffic Crash Location: State Highway 37 / N Mallard Dr Incident Details: Vehicle crash reported. Emergency services responding. Instructions: Avoid the area, ...
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Theft Investigation Leads to Arrest of Two Suspects![]()
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On July 2nd, 2025, a Franklin County Sheriff's Deputy responded to a rural Benton residence for a report of a theft. A resident contacted the Sheriff's Office and reported that he had a go cart stolen from his residence. Information and evidence was gathered and a suspect and suspect vehicle was developed. On July 6th, 2025, a Franklin County Sheriff's Deputy was patrolling and observed the suspect vehicle. A traffic stop was conducted on the vehicle and the suspect was taken into custody. James A. Key Jr., 27, of West Frankfort, Il., was transported to the Franklin County Jail and charged with Theft Over $500, a Class 3 Felony. ![]()
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A second suspect, identified as Justin A. Weston, 35, of Woodlawn, Il., was later located and taken into custody. Weston was transported to the Franklin County Jail and he was also charged with Theft Over $500. The stolen property was recovered as a result of the arrest. ![]()
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Both suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. ![]()
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Sheriff Kyle Bacon
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A power outage is ongoing in some areas. The issue has been reported to Ameren. Please do not call 911 to report an outage. DO call 911 for any life threatening situation.
In conformance with the Provisions of the Illinois Open Meeting Act (Illinois Compiled Statutes, Chapter 55, Paragraph 5/2-1002), a Special Meeting of the Franklin County Board will be held on Monday, July 7, 2025 at 6:00 P.M.