Two Arrested in Carbondale Aggravated Battery Incident

Carbondale police apprehended a 15-year-old and 18-year-old Tonndreick D. Williams for an alleged assault on March 4.

Published on Mar. 9, 2026

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Carbondale police arrested a 15-year-old juvenile and 18-year-old Tonndreick D. Williams in connection with an aggravated battery incident that occurred on March 4 in the 100 block of North Illinois Avenue. The two suspects allegedly battered the victims during a personal dispute, with one victim sustaining minor injuries but declining medical treatment. Police are still attempting to locate and identify a second victim.

Why it matters

Violent crime and aggravated battery incidents are concerning for the Carbondale community, especially in the downtown area near the university campus. This case highlights the importance of community cooperation with law enforcement to address public safety issues.

The details

According to the police report, officers learned of a video circulating on social media depicting the aggravated battery incident. After investigating, they identified the two suspects as the 15-year-old juvenile and Tonndreick D. Williams. The juvenile was released to a guardian pending a court appearance, while Williams was incarcerated in the Jackson County Jail awaiting a detention hearing.

  • The incident occurred on March 4, 2026 around 11:10 p.m.
  • Police were notified of the incident on March 6, 2026 at 8:15 a.m.

The players

Tonndreick D. Williams

An 18-year-old Carbondale resident who was arrested and incarcerated for his alleged involvement in the aggravated battery incident.

15-year-old juvenile

A minor who was also arrested for his alleged involvement in the aggravated battery incident and released to a guardian pending a court appearance.

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What they’re saying

“The police department would like to express our thanks to the public for bringing this incident to our attention.”

— Carbondale Police Department (wmclradio.com)

What’s next

The juvenile suspect will appear in court, while Tonndreick D. Williams will have a detention hearing regarding his incarceration. Police continue to search for and identify a second victim in the incident.

The takeaway

This case underscores the importance of community cooperation with law enforcement to address violent crime and public safety concerns in the Carbondale area. The swift arrests demonstrate the police department's commitment to investigating and apprehending suspects involved in aggravated battery incidents.