Five suspects arrested in Lincoln on charges of Residential Burglary and drug possession

[August 01, 2016]  LINCOLN - On Thursday, July 28, 2016, at approximately 5:38 AM the Lincoln Police Department was requested to the 1200 Block of North Kankakee St in reference to a residential burglary where the suspect stole several electronic items from the residence. Lincoln Police Officers were able to determine the identity of the suspect through witness statements and interviews and subsequently arrested Chad Tungate (33), 1114 N Kankakee St, Lincoln, for residential Burglary, a Class 1 felony.

During the course of the investigation the Lincoln Police Department learned that the stolen property was taken to a residence at 1417 Pekin St, Lincoln, in exchange for a controlled substance. Lincoln Police Officers obtained a search warrant for the residence and located the stolen property, less than 5grams of crack-cocaine, and approximately $500 in cash at the residence. Officers arrested the following people living at the residence:

Elizabeth Coatney (34)
Earnest Brooms (27)
Sean Follis (46)
Crystal Helton-Edwards (46)

Follis and Helton-Edwards was arrested for possession of controlled substance (Class 4 Felony). Brooms and Coatney were arrested for possession of controlled substance (Class 4 Felony) and possession of stolen property (Class 3 Felony).

This investigation is still open and in progress by the Lincoln Police Department. The arrest charges are merely allegations, and the defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty. All reports will be forwarded to the Logan County State’s Attorney for review.

Anyone with information about anyone manufacturing or delivering illegal narcotics is urged to call Logan County Crime Stoppers at 217-732-3000.

[AUTHORITY: Paul Adams, Chief of Police]