Topline: Prosecutors say the woman was unaware he inserted four pills during sex, leading to the loss of a healthy pregnancy.
Published: August 26, 2025 12:30 pm ET
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Emerson Evans (via Bloomington Police)
BLOOMINGTON, IL — An Illinois man is behind bars as he awaits trial on charges that he intentionally ended his girlfriend’s pregnancy without her consent by secretly administering abortion medication.
Emerson Evans, 31, faces two counts of intentional homicide of an unborn child—charges that carry the same legal weight as first-degree murder.
His arrest followed a medical emergency at a Bloomington home on the evening of August 22, when police and fire personnel responded to a 911 call involving a pregnant woman in distress, according to WCIA.
According to Bloomington Police Department spokesperson Bryce Janssen, Evans allegedly gave the woman abortion-inducing drugs without her knowledge, leading to severe complications and the loss of her pregnancy.
Court documents obtained by 25News Now indicate that Evans admitted to investigators he purchased mifepristone—commonly used in medical abortions—from “a girl on campus.” He is accused of placing four of the pills inside the woman’s body during sex, without informing her. Prosecutors said during Monday’s court hearing that this method of delivery would not have occurred if both parties had consented, a point echoed by McLean County Associate Judge Amy McFarland in her decision to deny bond.
Two days before the alleged incident, a routine doctor’s visit confirmed the woman was seven weeks pregnant and that the pregnancy was healthy. Prosecutors said she had no intention of ending it, despite persistent pressure from Evans. They also told the court that Evans initially lied to police, claiming the woman had knowingly accepted the pills, but later admitted to acting without her consent.
Defense attorneys argued that both Evans and the woman had searched for family planning resources and abortion services online, suggesting mutual consideration of options. However, prosecutors countered that the woman only made an appointment at a clinic to stop Evans from pressuring her, later canceling it of her own volition.
They further emphasized the medical risks involved. Mifepristone is typically prescribed as a single oral dose under medical supervision, and an improper or unapproved method of administration—especially in combination with other medications—could lead to life-threatening side effects such as cardiac arrest or severe hemorrhaging.
The victim later participated in a danger assessment, according to prosecutors, and said she believed Evans was capable of killing her. Judge McFarland noted that, based on the method used and Evans’ actions, there is a risk he could harm others.
Evans remains in custody at the McLean County Jail. His next court appearance is scheduled for September 12.
Presumption of Innocence: A presumption of innocence means that any defendant in a criminal trial is presumed to be innocent until they have been proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law. The defendant in this case is only accused of the charges set forth in the criminal complaint. They are innocent until proven guilty.
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Emerson Evans (via Bloomington Police)
BLOOMINGTON, IL — An Illinois man is behind bars as he awaits trial on charges that he intentionally ended his girlfriend’s pregnancy without her consent by secretly administering abortion medication.
Emerson Evans, 31, faces two counts of intentional homicide of an unborn child—charges that carry the same legal weight as first-degree murder.
His arrest followed a medical emergency at a Bloomington home on the evening of August 22, when police and fire personnel responded to a 911 call involving a pregnant woman in distress, according to WCIA.
According to Bloomington Police Department spokesperson Bryce Janssen, Evans allegedly gave the woman abortion-inducing drugs without her knowledge, leading to severe complications and the loss of her pregnancy.
Court documents obtained by 25News Now indicate that Evans admitted to investigators he purchased mifepristone—commonly used in medical abortions—from “a girl on campus.” He is accused of placing four of the pills inside the woman’s body during sex, without informing her. Prosecutors said during Monday’s court hearing that this method of delivery would not have occurred if both parties had consented, a point echoed by McLean County Associate Judge Amy McFarland in her decision to deny bond.
Two days before the alleged incident, a routine doctor’s visit confirmed the woman was seven weeks pregnant and that the pregnancy was healthy. Prosecutors said she had no intention of ending it, despite persistent pressure from Evans. They also told the court that Evans initially lied to police, claiming the woman had knowingly accepted the pills, but later admitted to acting without her consent.
Defense attorneys argued that both Evans and the woman had searched for family planning resources and abortion services online, suggesting mutual consideration of options. However, prosecutors countered that the woman only made an appointment at a clinic to stop Evans from pressuring her, later canceling it of her own volition.
They further emphasized the medical risks involved. Mifepristone is typically prescribed as a single oral dose under medical supervision, and an improper or unapproved method of administration—especially in combination with other medications—could lead to life-threatening side effects such as cardiac arrest or severe hemorrhaging.
The victim later participated in a danger assessment, according to prosecutors, and said she believed Evans was capable of killing her. Judge McFarland noted that, based on the method used and Evans’ actions, there is a risk he could harm others.
Evans remains in custody at the McLean County Jail. His next court appearance is scheduled for September 12.
Presumption of Innocence: A presumption of innocence means that any defendant in a criminal trial is presumed to be innocent until they have been proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law. The defendant in this case is only accused of the charges set forth in the criminal complaint. They are innocent until proven guilty.
Editor's Note: ThePo makes every effort to accurately transcribe the contents of affidavits of probable cause contained in criminal complaints. Often, the complaints themselves are copies of copies of faxed copies, and are difficult to read. To confirm the accuracy of our transcription, contact the Magisterial District Court listed above and request a copy of the criminal complaint. It's a public record to which you are entitled.
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Emerson Evans (via Bloomington Police)
BLOOMINGTON, IL — An Illinois man is behind bars as he awaits trial on charges that he intentionally ended his girlfriend’s pregnancy without her consent by secretly administering abortion medication.
Emerson Evans, 31, faces two counts of intentional homicide of an unborn child—charges that carry the same legal weight as first-degree murder.
His arrest followed a medical emergency at a Bloomington home on the evening of August 22, when police and fire personnel responded to a 911 call involving a pregnant woman in distress, according to WCIA.
According to Bloomington Police Department spokesperson Bryce Janssen, Evans allegedly gave the woman abortion-inducing drugs without her knowledge, leading to severe complications and the loss of her pregnancy.
Court documents obtained by 25News Now indicate that Evans admitted to investigators he purchased mifepristone—commonly used in medical abortions—from “a girl on campus.” He is accused of placing four of the pills inside the woman’s body during sex, without informing her. Prosecutors said during Monday’s court hearing that this method of delivery would not have occurred if both parties had consented, a point echoed by McLean County Associate Judge Amy McFarland in her decision to deny bond.
Two days before the alleged incident, a routine doctor’s visit confirmed the woman was seven weeks pregnant and that the pregnancy was healthy. Prosecutors said she had no intention of ending it, despite persistent pressure from Evans. They also told the court that Evans initially lied to police, claiming the woman had knowingly accepted the pills, but later admitted to acting without her consent.
Defense attorneys argued that both Evans and the woman had searched for family planning resources and abortion services online, suggesting mutual consideration of options. However, prosecutors countered that the woman only made an appointment at a clinic to stop Evans from pressuring her, later canceling it of her own volition.
They further emphasized the medical risks involved. Mifepristone is typically prescribed as a single oral dose under medical supervision, and an improper or unapproved method of administration—especially in combination with other medications—could lead to life-threatening side effects such as cardiac arrest or severe hemorrhaging.
The victim later participated in a danger assessment, according to prosecutors, and said she believed Evans was capable of killing her. Judge McFarland noted that, based on the method used and Evans’ actions, there is a risk he could harm others.
Evans remains in custody at the McLean County Jail. His next court appearance is scheduled for September 12.
Presumption of Innocence: A presumption of innocence means that any defendant in a criminal trial is presumed to be innocent until they have been proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law. The defendant in this case is only accused of the charges set forth in the criminal complaint. They are innocent until proven guilty.
Editor's Note: ThePo makes every effort to accurately transcribe the contents of affidavits of probable cause contained in criminal complaints. Often, the complaints themselves are copies of copies of faxed copies, and are difficult to read. To confirm the accuracy of our transcription, contact the Magisterial District Court listed above and request a copy of the criminal complaint. It's a public record to which you are entitled.
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