CHAMPAIGN CO- The Champaign County State’s Attorney’s Office has issued an arrest warrant for  Dracy “Clint” Pendleton, 35, on a charge of attempted murder of a police officer.

On May 7 around 10:45 pm, a Mahomet police officer was involved in a shooting with Pendleton. 

According to state police, the officer and Pendleton exchanged gunfire and Pendleton fled the scene. The officer was shot in the arm and authorities believe Pendleton received a gunshot wound, but the degree of the wound is unknown. State police also stated Pendleton may seek treatment for his injuries at a medical facility. 

He is believed to be armed with an AK-47. Authorities believe that Pendleton has possibly stolen a 2007 white GMC pick-up truck with Illinois plates: 165533 B. 

Pendleton’s bond is set at $5 million. Anyone with further information is asked to call 217-384-TIPS, or by visiting www.373tips.com you can send tips anonynously. 

 

 

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