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Decomposed body found floating in Joliet pump house, police say
A decomposed body was found in a south suburban pump house on Tuesday, according to police.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchA group of three men and a woman were "exploring" the Joliet Iron Works property at 941 Collins Street around 6:47 p.m.They entered the pump house and found a body floating in four to five feet of water, Joliet police said.The group immediately called 911.Joliet Fire officials removed the body of a man, which was "in an advanced stage of decomposition."The man's identity and cause of death have not been released.Anyone with information is asked to contact police.
Illinois State Police Bust 3 Suspects Accused of Trafficking Kids
The Illinois State Police have taken their efforts to stop human trafficking to the next level. Three suspects were just arrested and accused of the worst kind of human trafficking of children. According to the press release just shared recently by the Illinois State Police, they just completed a two-day...
Joliet Fire Dept. Captain Kevin Hargis dead at 52
Joliet Fire Department announced the death of Captain Kevin Hargis on Sunday.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watch"We are very sorry to tell you that the Joliet Community has lost a respected firefighter, and a family has lost a beloved Husband, Son, and Brother."Capt. Hargis died suddenly on Saturday, the fire department said. He was 52-years-old.He was a 22-year veteran of the Joliet Fire Department, he was also a member of the Hazardous Materials Team and the team Coordinator; a safety committee member; a CPR Instructor, coordinator, and trainer; and the Captain of Fire Station No. 7."The Joliet Fire Department will deeply miss Captain Hargis's leadership, knowledge, and passion for helping others in the community and the fire department. To the Hargis Family and Friends, you will all remain in our thoughts through these difficult times."
‘Gridlock': Major crashes, fatal shootings on I-55, Stony Island close roads, snarl traffic
Fourth of July holiday travelers in the Chicago area can expect to run into traffic Wednesday morning, with several crashes and backups already reported across the city. As of 5 a.m. Wednesday, at least three crashes were were already causing major delays, including on on I-55 that was causing "gridlock," NBC 5 Traffic Reporter Kye Martin said.
Activist led off in handcuffs after confronting Andrew Holmes at Dolton board meeting
CHICAGO (CBS) — A person was taken away in handcuffs after a board meeting in Dolton on Monday night. This comes nearly a month after another chaotic village board meeting.Clash with Andrew HolmesDuring the meeting Monday night, activist Jedidiah Brown walked from the podium over to village trustee Andrew Holmes. An officer pushed Brown away while Holmes was stopped from walking over to him.Brown was eventually pulled out of the meeting by officers.A former Dolton employee filed a civil lawsuit claiming Holmes sexually assaulted her while attending a conference for the village in Las Vegas in May of last year. He has not...
Suburban Whole Foods evacuated due to threat: police
HINSDALE, Ill. - The Whole Foods in suburban Hinsdale was evacuated Tuesday as a precautionary measure, according to village police. The store was closed for approximately an hour before it was reopened. The Village of Hinsdale Police Department posted on Facebook that the Whole Foods located at 500 East Ogden...
Shooting Investigation on the West Side
Officers responded to the 300 block of North Broadway Street, just after 9:30 on Monday morning, for a report of shots fired. Upon arrival, Officers located numerous spent shell casings in the roadway. Following a preliminary investigation of this shooting, it is believed that two male suspects standing near a vehicle in front of 366 North Broadway Street traded gunfire with a male suspect that was standing near North Broadway Street and Spring Street. The suspects ran from the area following the shooting. Officers were unable to locate any shooting victims, however two uninvolved vehicles were struck by gunfire. Officers located over 20 spent shell casings while conducting an extensive canvas of the area.
Illinois Police Officer’s Rescue of Aggressive Snapping Turtle Goes Viral
You think the police academy trains for situations like this?. A police officer from Illinois has gone viral after his recent rescue of a snapping turtle that was struggling to cross a busy road. Police Rescue Snapping Turtle. It was a matter of "right place, right time" as the now-viral...
Palos Park, IL – Man Charged with Multiple Felonies for False Fire Alarms
Palos Park, IL – A 26-year-old Burbank man faces six felony counts of disorderly conduct after a months-long investigation into false fire alarms targeting the Palos Fire Protection District. According to the Palos Park Police Department, the investigation began on March 18, when the Palos Fire Protection District reported...
DUI Arrest Follows High-Speed Traffic Stop on IL Route 59
At the West Chicago Voice, our commitment to our readers extends to keeping them informed about local crime activity, encompassing DUI and drug offenses, as well as felonies filed by the West Chicago Police or DuPage County Sheriff’s Office (in unincorporated West Chicago). It’s essential to remember that those charged are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. These incidents took place within the city limits of West Chicago (WCPD) or within unincorporated West Chicago (DPCSO).
Chicago man cited after ex-girlfriend calls police during argument
A Chicago man was cited June 24 for obstructing a peace officer after Brookfield police resolved a violent argument between him and his ex-girlfriend where each said the other struck first. Around 6:30 a.m. that morning, Brookfield police were dispatched to the BP gas station near the intersection of Ogden...
Chicago Man Charged with Burglary in DuPage and Cook County Liquor Store Thefts
Following a collaborative law enforcement effort, Attorney General Kwame Raoul has brought charges against a Chicago man, accused of participating in a series of suburban burglaries. Isiah Doss, 25, faces three counts of Class 2 felony burglary after allegedly playing a role in a burglary ring that honed in on liquor stores across DuPage and Cook counties. In a recent release from the Illinois Attorney General's office, these counts carry penalties of up to seven years in prison per charge.
A gun club for Black women aims to give them back their power
As crimes against Black women and girls increased around her, Arewa Karen Winters said she decided she needed protection. Although the 15th District police councilwomen had held her FOID card for 20 years, she decided it was time to get her concealed carry license. Owning a firearm was not an easy decision for Winters but she felt it was necessary.
ISP Improves Crash Investigation and Safety Techniques During Testing and Research Event
JOLIET – To help with traffic crash investigations, as well as identify best practices to keep officers safe, the Illinois State Police (ISP) participated in the Illinois Association of Technical Accident Investigators crash testing event on June 26-28, 2024. The event took place at the Route 66 Raceway in...
Dunkin’ customer steals money from cash register
A man placed an order June 25 at the Dunkin’ Donuts at 7117 North Ave. when the employee opened the cash drawer. The man jumped over the counter and stole money from the register. The man pushed the employee’s hands away when the employee tried to stop him. The man then fled in a black Chevrolet HHR with yellow temporary tags. The estimated loss is $500.
Lynwood Officer Struck By Gunfire Saturday Morning
At approximately 3 AM, Saturday, Cook County Sheriff’s Police responded to a report of shots fired in the 1400 block of Ambassador Lane in Ford Heights. Upon arrival, they found a male gunshot victim down and immediately began to render aid. The victim was transported to Franciscan Hospital in Indiana where he was pronounced deceased. Dyer Police responded to the hospital for a large crowd at that time as well.
Police Blotter: Recent Arrests in West Chicago
At the West Chicago Voice, our commitment to our readers extends to keeping them informed about local crime activity, encompassing DUI and drug offenses, as well as felonies filed by the West Chicago Police or DuPage County Sheriff’s Office (in unincorporated West Chicago). It’s essential to remember that those charged are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. These incidents took place within the city limits of West Chicago (WCPD) or within unincorporated West Chicago (DPCSO).
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