Task Force Six has arrested a pair of Clinton residents on unlawful use of weapons charges. 

 

According to a release from Task Force Six, on Monday, Task Force 6, with assistance from the Clinton Police Department, DeWitt County Sheriff's Office and U.S. Department Of Justice Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, arrested Robert H. Hawkins, 42, and Tomeco T. Hawkins, 41, both of Clinton, Illinois, for unlawful use of a weapon, Class 3 felonies. 

 

Both posted $1,000 bond and were released.   If convicted of a class 3 felony, the sentencing ranges from probation up to 5 years incarceration in the Illinois Department of Corrections. 

 

The public is reminded that charges are merely accusations and criminal defendants are presumed innocent unless proven guilty.  

 

Persons having information regarding illegal drugs are encouraged to contact the 

Task Force 6 tip line at www.taskforce6.com.