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Convicted felon and alleged gang member arrested in St. Charles after discharging firearm near child: police
CHICAGO - A convicted felon was arrested this week after allegedly discharging a firearm in St. Charles. Kyle Burnett, 36, of Aurora, was charged with being an armed habitual criminal, unlawful possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, unlawful possession of a firearm by a felon while on parole, unlawful possession of a firearm by a street gang member, aggravated unlawful use of a weapon (no FOID), aggravated unlawful use of a weapon (no CCL), reckless discharge of a weapon and endangering the life or health of a child.
Aurora, IL Police Seek Public Help in Locating Missing 16-Year-Old Girl
Aurora, IL – The Aurora Police Department is asking for public assistance in locating 16-year-old Theresa Aguilera, who was reported missing earlier this week. Aguilera was last seen on August 21 at 11:00 p.m. She was wearing a black sweatshirt, black pants, and black Crocs. Theresa is described as...
4 Chicagoans who stole clothing from Oak Brook mall could get 7 years in prison: prosecutors
DUPAGE COUNTY - Four Chicago residents were arrested following separate incidents at two Oak Brook stores this week, according to the DuPage County State's Attorney's Office. Talia Martinez-Pacheco, 23, and Santiago Rojas-Galea, 18, were charged after allegedly stealing nearly $2,400 worth of clothing from Macy's at Oakbrook Center on August 21. That same day, Cheryl Gryer, 26, and Daiveon Watson, 21, were accused of taking more than $800 in merchandise from Nordstrom at the mall.
Batavia man found guilty of aggravated DUI in December 2022 squad car accident
A Batavia man has been found guilty on four charges, including aggravated DUI, after he was involved in a vehicle accident with a Batavia Police squad car in December 2022, according to Kane County State's Attorney Jamie Mosser. 60-year-old Samuel J. Kramer was charged with two counts of aggravated driving under the influence of alcohol, one count of improper passing of an emergency vehicle causing damage, and one count of leaving the scene of a crash involving damage to a vehicle.
Aurora man gets 18 years for armed drug delivery: officials
KENDALL COUNTY, Ill. - An Aurora man was sentenced to 18 years in prison on Friday as part of a negotiated plea agreement. Alan Diaz-Diaz, 22, is charged with armed violence, a Class X Felony, that stems from an incident in July 2022. He's accused of delivering over 200 grams...
Seven people displaced after Aurora apartment fire Tuesday afternoon
An apartment fire in Aurora Tuesday afternoon has left seven people displaced, according to the Aurora Fire Department. The fire occurred in the 500 block of South Lake Street at around 12:30. Multiple 911 calls came in to report the fire as a fire engine pulled up to the three-story...
Kane County: West Dundee Man Identified as Victim Found Dead in Carpentersville
Carpentersville, IL – The Carpentersville Police Department has identified the deceased male found early Tuesday morning on Main Street hill, east of Route 31, as 33-year-old Matthew Burke of West Dundee. The body was discovered at approximately 3:30 a.m. by a passerby, leading to a temporary closure of the roadway for evidence collection.
Oswego man seriously injured in car vs. motorcycle crash in Joliet Friday morning
An Oswego motorcyclist suffered life-threatening injuries after he was involved in a car versus motorcycle accident in Joliet Friday morning. According to Joliet police, officers responded to the accident scene at North Larkin Avenue and Taylor Street just before 8:00. A preliminary investigation into the accident reveals that a Nissan...
Fire at west suburban nursing home destroys more than 20 units
Emergency crews responded to the Westmont Manor Nursing Home, in the 500 block of East Ogden, Wednesday morning after a fire was reported in a second-floor unit. No residents were hurt, aside from a few treated at the scene for smoke inhalation.
Two Pets Die In House Fire While One Resident Transported To The Hospital In Plainfield
Plainfield Fire Protection district was dispatched at approximately 5:25 pm on Tuesday, August 20, 2024 for a fire. The Western Will County Communication Center (WESCOM) received a 911 call from a caller stating there was a fire in the kitchen of the residence. The first arriving Plainfield Fire Protection District...
Citizen Police Academy Applications Now Available
Geneva residents interested in learning how police officers keep their community safe are encouraged to register for the City’s 2024 Citizen Police Academy. The weekly classes run from 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday nights from Oct. 3 to Dec. 19 at the Geneva Police Department. The program was created to give residents an overview and insight into the department along with a behind-the-scenes look at police operations. During previous academies, participants learned about the police hiring process, crime scene investigations, use of force, tech crime, traffic enforcement, crime prevention, drug education, and active shooters among other topics.
Register now for Citizen’s Police Academy; Classes begin Sept. 4
Citizen’s Police Academy is a 12-week program designed to give Elmhurst residents a general overview of law enforcement practices and a behind-the-scenes look at their police department. The program provides participants with a better understanding of challenges faced by police officers in the field along with insight into the...
Carol Stream Man Sentenced to Seven Years for Shooting at Ex-Girlfriend’s Vehicle
DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert Berlin announced today that a former Carol Stream man accused of firing a handgun at a vehicle occupied by his ex-girlfriend and another individual has been sentenced to seven years in the Illinois Department of Corrections. Dejonte Parks, 27 (d.o.b. 4/2/1997) formerly of the 200 block of E. St. Charles Road, appeared at his sentencing hearing this morning in front of Judge Daniel Guerin, who handed down the sentence. On May 6, 2022, Parks appeared in Bond Court where Judge Guerin set bond at $250,000 with 10% to apply. He has remained in custody at the DuPage County Jail since that time. On May 14, 2024, Parks entered a guilty plea to one count of Aggravated Discharge of a Firearm, a Class 1 Felony.
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