Fugitive from Colorado arrested in Champaign

CHAMPAIGN – Champaign police on Thursday arrested a Colorado fugitive who has been wanted since last year.

Police arrested Aaron M. Smith, 38, at 3:15 p.m. in the 300 block of East Clark Street, Champaign, near an apartment building after receiving an anonymous tip, said Deputy Chief Troy Daniels.

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