Star Wars Day culminated for one officer when a handcuffed man allegedly set a fire in the back seat of a squad car.
Law and Order
Manteno Man Sentenced for Assaulting Law Enforcement Officers During the Jan. 6 Capitol Breach
A Manteno man was sentenced to prison after he pleaded guilty to assaulting law enforcement officers at Jan. 6, 2021, U.S. Capitol breach.
Police: Adults Fight Over Spoiled Milk – Blotter Reports
Two adults allegedly fought in a school cafeteria over spoiled milk. According to police, one punched the other.
2 Felony Burglary to Motor Vehicle Charges for Schererville Man
A Schererville man faces two felony counts of burglary to a motor vehicle after allegedly admitting to police that he broke into cars.
Man with No Home Charged with Felony Burglary
A man with no home and no address faces a charge of felony burglary after he allegedly entered a house and stole a bottle of wine.
Man Faces Aggravated Discharge of a Firearm Charge
A Park Forest man is facing a charge of aggravated discharge of a firearm. If convicted, he could face years in prison.
Unlawful Use of a Weapon: Police Reports Through April 25, 2024
A man faces an unlawful use of a weapon charge and citations regarding a vehicle he drove that had suspended registration, police said.
Most Fireworks Are Illegal; Violators Face Stiff Fines.
Signs throughout the Village warn everyone of stiff fines of $750. Signs in some co-ops warn of even more stiff fines residents might face.
PFPD: Man Charged with DUI Calls Arresting Officer “Belligerent”
Police said a Chicago Heights man called the officer who pulled him over “belligerent” as the officer asked him questions.
Multiple Felony Counts Over Two Days: Reports
On Saturday and Sunday, April 13th and 14th, police received several calls for service that ended with arrests and multiple felony charges.