Marc Greska. (Photo: PFPD)

Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Park Forest police announced an arrest in one of the assaults that occurred in the community last week. The attacks prompted police to issue a Code Red community alert.

Police announced the arrest of Marc Greska in connection with one of those assaults. From the Community Alert issued March 20:

[O]n the morning of 3/20/14 at approximately 9:00 a.m., a 39 year old woman walking near Shabbona Park was approached by a subject who grabbed the victim’s waist from behind and thrust his pelvic area towards her. The offender was described as a black male approximately 25 to 30 years old, approximately 6’, with a medium build and light skin complexion. He was described as naked but wearing a skull cap.

Police issued the following statement regarding Greska's arrest:

On Monday, 3/20/14, the Park Forest Police responded to the report of a man wearing only boots and a skull cap, but otherwise naked, who battered a woman in a sexual manner while she was walking near Shabbona Park. After an investigation by the Park Forest Police Department Investigations Unit, 34 year old Marc Greska of Oak Forest and previously of Park Forest was taken into custody. The felony charge of Aggravated Battery against Greska was approved by the Office of the Will County State’s Attorney. Greska will be held in custody pending a felony bond hearing on 3/29/14 at the Will County Courthouse. Greska was also charged with one misdemeanor count of Disorderly Conduct for an incident on 3/26/14 where he was seen in the same area wearing only boots and a hat, but otherwise naked. He did not confront anyone in that separate incident. 

Greska was ruled out as a suspect in two incidents where women were battered near Winnebago Park during the same week, and the investigation into those incidents, for which a composite sketch has previously been released, continues. We would like to thank the public who have contacted the Park Forest Police Department with tips and information, which greatly assists in these investigations.

Anyone who may have witnessed any incident or who may have information about any incident is urged to call the Park Forest Police Investigations Division at (708) 748-1309.

The public is reminded that arrest does not mean that a person is guilty. All those arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty. 

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• Code Red Community Alert Issued By Park Forest Police
• Police Beef Up Patrols on Code Red Alert; No Arrests Yet

Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Park Forest officials released the following statement regarding the charges announced against Park Forest Police Officer Craig Taylor:

The Village of Park Forest today issued the following statement regarding charges filed against a Park Forest police officer in a man’s death last July:

Earlier today Park Forest Police Officer Craig Taylor was charged with Reckless Conduct in connection with the death of Mr. John Wrana. Officer Taylor surrendered and was released on his own recognizance.

Officer Taylor has been an outstanding police officer in our community since 2004 and has our full support.

We believe that the facts of this case do not justify any criminal charges being filed against Officer Taylor. The Village anticipates no further comment on this matter until all of the evidence is presented at trial.

Source: PFPD

The Park Forest Police Station. (Photo: Gary Kopycinski)

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Policed were dispatched to the 100 block of Indianwood Boulevard on April 1 at approximately 9:17 PM to investigate a report of a burglary from a motor vehicle. The complainant told police that he emerged from a restaurant to find several subjects near his vehicle. He noticed that one of the subjects was holding his portable radio from his car and another was holding a toolbox. The victim called out, and the subjects ran, one of them dropping the radio. The toolbox was reported missing. Police have suspect information and are investigating.

A purple Roadmaster bicycle valued at $120, a blue Roadmaster bicycle valued at $120, construction equipment valued at $379, and miscellaneous tools valued at $300, are among items reported stolen from an attached garage of a residence in the 100 block of Peach Street during a residential burglary on April 5.

Dustin J. Cooper, 21, 504 Rocky Branch Road, East Bernstadt, KY; and Corey R. Williams, 28, 9405 W. 141st Pl., Cedar Lake, IN, were arrested on April 5 and charged with unlawful possession of a hypodermic needle or syringe when police on patrol observed that the vehicle Cooper was driving northbound on Western Avenue near Steger Road had a cracked windshield, according to police. Cooper was additionally issued citations charging defective/cracked windshield and operation of an uninsured motor vehicle.

Raymond E. Camp, 27, 1130 Schilling Ave., Chicago Heights, was arrested on April 6 and charged with driving under the influence of alcohol, operation of a motor vehicle without insurance, operation of a motor vehicle with one headlight, operation of a motor vehicle with open alcohol, failure to maintain lane, operation of a motor vehicle without a seatbelt, and failure to yield or stop for an emergency vehicle. An officer on patrol in the area of Main Street and Western Avenue observed that the vehicle Camp was driving had only one working headlight and had front end damage, according to police. The officer followed the vehicle and observed it cross into the inside lane while signaling a turn to the curb, according to police.

A 60-inch LG television valued at $800 was reported stolen from a residence in the 300 block of Wilshire Street during a residential burglary on April 6.

An officer was called to respond to the Park Forest Police Department on April 7 where the complainant advised police that an HP Pavilion notebook computer and an Apple iPod Touch MP3 player were stolen from a vehicle parked in the 300 block of Illinois Street. The complainant advised police that the vehicle had also been left unlocked while he was at the Ultra grocery store in Chicago Heights that same day. Police are investigating.

Police say a 22-year-old female was pushed to the ground and robbed of a black Nokia cell phone, a purse, a jacket and a black Korea Life wireless cell phone on April 7 at approximately 3:47 PM. Police say the woman had gotten off a Pace bus at Western Avenue and Algonquin Street and was approached by a man near the entrance to Eastgate Park. The man asked her if she wanted to sell her phone. She stated that she did not. The man turned to walk away and the woman was then pulled down from behind. Police are investigating.

A Black and Decker jigsaw, a Craftsman skill saw, and a Porter Cable reciprocating saw are among items reported stolen during a residential burglary at a residence in the 300 block of Minocqua Street on April 9.

Dewan C. Keys, 26, 209 Mantua St., Park Forest, was arrested on April 9 and charged with domestic battery when police responded to the 200 block of Mantua Street to investigate a report of domestic battery.

A juvenile was arrested on April 9 and charged with felony criminal damage to property after police were dispatched to the 300 block of Lakewood Boulevard in reference to a report of suspicious subjects.

Marquise D. Campbell, 18, 369 Westgate Dr., Park Forest, was arrested on April 9 and issued a municipal citation charging possession of cannabis when an officer on patrol observed an occupied vehicle illegally parked blocking the sidewalk in front of 369 Westgate Drive, according to police.

Charles O. Harris Jr., 18, 331 Nokomis St., Park Forest, was arrested on April 9 and charged with domestic battery when police were dispatched to a residence in the 300 block of Miami Street to investigate a report of a domestic dispute.

Nathaniel Derden, 24, 240 Allegheny St., Park Forest, was arrested on April 10 and charged with unlawful use of a weapon, possession of a revoked FOID card, and domestic-related assault when police responded to a residence in the 200 block of Allegheny Street to investigate a domestic dispute complaint.

A wallet was reported stolen from an unlocked vehicle parked in the first block of Cunningham Street on April 10.

Approximately $5.00 in coins was reported stolen from an unlocked vehicle parked in the 100 block of Dogwood Street on April 12.

The Park Forest Police Station. (Photo: Gary Kopycinski)

Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)–Editor's Note: We continue our reporting on news from police reports. Besides covering the many stories from around Park Forest that otherwise might go unnoticed, we want to bring more complete coverage of police reports than is reported by other local media.

An arrest does not mean that a person is guilty. All those arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty. It is the policy of eNews Park Forest to not remove items in the public record from publication. If your name is listed in the police reports, we will only add information relevant to the final disposition of the case at hand, e.g. "Mr. Smith was subsequently acquitted," "Mr. Smith entered a guilty plea," or "All charges against Mr. Smith were subsequently dropped." We will do so upon receiving and verifying proof of such disposition.

Persons wishing to leave anonymous information on any criminal matters including narcotics or gang activity are encouraged to call 708-748-1309 and leave a message on Detective Beilke's voice mail.

Police responded to a residence in the 300 block of Lakewood Boulevard on April 6 to investigate a report that a door to the residence appeared to be forced open. Police discovered that the door was damaged after being forced open. Nothing was reported stolen from the residence.

An officer was dispatched to the Park Forest Police Department on April 9 to investigate a case of credit card fraud. A resident discovered that her debit card had been used without her permission at a Walgreens in Richton Park. Police are investigating.

William A. Smith, 18, 15318 S. Honore Ave., Harvey, was arrested on April 10 and issued a municipal citation charging obstruction of justice. An officer was patrolling in the area of Rich Road and Green Street because of recent attacks on females in the area. According to police, an officer saw Smith walking along the street and asked him his name. According to police, Smith refused to give his name, responding, "I'm 18. I ain't got to tell you sh*t," according to police.

Jasmine N. Dobbs, 21, 4248 Pinewood Ln., Matteson, was arrested on April 11 and charged with possession of a controlled substance, driving while license was suspended, possession of cannabis, and issued a citation charging obstructed windshield. An officer traveling southbound on Western Avenue at Fir Street observed an object hanging from the inside near of the vehicle Dobbs was driving, according to police. The officer ran the Illinois registration of the vehicle through LEADS and discovered that the registered owner of the vehicle had a suspended license. The officer observed that the subject driving the vehicle fit the description of the registered owner, according to police. Police learned that a passenger in the vehicle, Shakita M. Valentine, 22, 3619 212th Pl., Matteson, was wanted by the Matteson Police Department. Police say Valentine admitted to having cannabis in her possession. Police discovered a sandwich bag containing nine separate sandwich bags with a green leaf-like substance they suspected to be cannabis. Valentine was issued a local ordinance citation charging possession of cannabis. Matteson police arrived on the scene and took custody of Valentine.

A juvenile was arrested on April 11 and issued a municipal citation charging possession of cannabis when an officer on foot patrol in the 100 block of Indianwood Boulevard observed the juvenile reach into his pocket and attempt to light a small, cigarette-like object, which the officer suspected was cannabis.

An officer was dispatched to the Park Forest Police Department on April 12 to investigate a report of identity theft. A resident told police that she had received paperwork and phone calls from several banks and businesses regarding someone using her name and personal information to open, were attempt to open, several accounts and/or credit cards. Detectives are investigating.

A green Next boy’s mountain bike valued at $100 was reported stolen from Central Park on April 12.

Police say three teenagers walking along Shabbona Drive on April 12 toward Nauvoo Street were attacked by approximately 7 subjects who appeared to be between the ages of 16 and 20.

An HP Elite Book laptop was reported stolen during a residential burglary in the 100 block of Indiana Street on April 12.

Police responded to the first block of Cedar Road on April 14 to investigate a burglary to a motor vehicle that had just occurred. A resident told police that he decided to go to his vehicle and, when he stepped outside, he observed two males inside the vehicle. He called to another resident inside his home to call the police and then yelled at the subjects. The two subjects, who appeared to be 16 or 17 years of age, ran from the parking lot. Police discovered that the in-car stereo had been ripped out and was found inside of the child safety seat in the backseat. Police gathered evidence from the scene and are investigating.

Terrence Perez Lewis, 19, 317 Blackhawk Dr., Park Forest, was arrested on April 14 and charged with battery and resisting a peace officer when police responded to the 300 block of Blackhawk Drive to investigate a report of a domestic dispute.

An Apple iPod and headphones were reported stolen from a purse left in an unlocked gym locker at Rich East High School on April 14.

Police say over 100 cans, boxes, or jars of food were discovered stolen from the St. Irenaeus Food Pantry on April 15.

A juvenile was arrested on April 15 and charged with disorderly conduct, aggravated battery, and resisting a peace officer when an officer working at Rich East High School heard to students arguing with each other.

A 47-inch Toshiba television valued at $400 was reported stolen from a residence in the 3300 block of Western Avenue on April 15. Police have suspect information and are investigating.

Rodney Allen Mason, 48, 334 Farragut St., Park Forest, was arrested on April 15 and charged with domestic battery when police were dispatched to the 300 block of Farragut Street to investigate a domestic battery report.

Police responded to a residence in the first block of Apple Lane to investigate a report of domestic battery on April 16. Police have suspect information and are investigating.

Police responded to a residence in the 400 block of Indiana Street on April 16 to investigate a report of a stolen vehicle. While conducting their investigation, they discovered that the vehicle, a 2010 Toyota Camry, had been involved in a crash and was towed from the crash scene, approximately half a mile west of Ashland Avenue on Sauk Trail. Police contacted the dealership where the vehicle had been purchased and discovered that, without the proper micro chipped key, the vehicle could not be driven at all. The owner of the vehicle said that none of the keys were missing. Police advised the owner that filing a false police report would result in a felony charge. Police are investigating.

Charles Harris, 53, 331 Nokomis St., Park Forest, was arrested on April 16 and charged with misdemeanor criminal damage to property when police responded to a residence in the 300 block of Nokomis Street in reference to a report of criminal damage to property.

Police say someone put sugar in the gas tank of a vehicle parked in the 400 block of South Orchard Drive on April 16.

Montae W. Edwards, 19, 216 Towanda St., Park Forest, was arrested on April 16 and charged with driving under the influence of alcohol, improper Lane usage, no valid driver’s license, and operating an uninsured motor vehicle when police were dispatched to the first block of Blackhawk Drive to investigate an accident involving a single vehicle. While en route, police were advised that a vehicle had left the roadway and struck a tree on Blackhawk Drive. Immediately following the accident, two subjects had left the vehicle, running westbound on Blackhawk Drive, according to police.

A GPS unit and two cell phones were reported stolen from a vehicle in the 400 block of Huron Street on April 17.

Police say a teenager who was walking home from Central Park on April 17 had his cell phone stolen by an 18 or 19-year-old subject who ran up from behind him, taking the phone out of his hand.

Two juveniles were arrested on April 18 and issued curfew violations when police responded to a residence in the 100 block of Indianwood Boulevard to investigate a complaint of loud subjects. One of the juveniles was additionally charged with obstructing identification.

Emmanuel N. Moody, 28, 4371 W. 187th Pl., Country Club Hills, was arrested on April 18 and charged with one count of felony criminal damage to property when police responded to a burglar alarm at a business in the 2500 block of Western Avenue.

A temporary Illinois license plate was reported stolen from a vehicle parked in the Metra parking lot in the 500 block of Homan Avenue on April 18.

A juvenile was arrested on April 18 and processed on a charge of criminal damage to property when police responded to a residence in the 100 block of Indianwood Boulevard to investigate a report of criminal damage to property.

Robert Griffin Jr. (no middle initial), 41, 2 Sauk Trail, Park Forest, was arrested on April 18 and charged with assault and criminal trespass to land when police responded to the first block of Sauk Trail to investigate a report of a disturbance.

A sliding glass door of a residence in the first block of Blackhawk Drive was reported shattered on April 19.

Jose D. Oliver Jr., 22, 9 Apple Ln., Park Forest, was arrested on April 19 and issued municipal citations charging animal running at large (two citations), fierce dog (two citations), and animal license required (two citations), when police responded to the first block of McCarthy Street to investigate a report of stray dogs. Upon arrival, police spoke with several subjects standing in the roadway who told them that there were two pit Bulls running loose in the area acting aggressively toward the subjects, according to police.

Police responded to a residence in the 300 block of Sheridan Street to investigate a battery complaint. Police have suspect information and are investigating.

Jessica A. Rivas, 21, 361 Winnebago St., Park Forest, was arrested on April 20 and charged with possession of cannabis, driving while license was suspended, failure to signal when required, no front license plate, and operation of a motor vehicle without insurance. An officer on patrol in the area of Sauk Trail and Peach Street observed that the vehicle Rivas was driving westbound on Sauk Trail changed lanes without signaling, according to police.

A door of a residence in the first block of Hemlock Street was reported forced open on April 21. Nothing was taken from the residence, according to police.

Andrew J. Halbert, 23, 3130 N. Kimball Ave., Chicago, was arrested on April 21 and charged with possession of cannabis when police were dispatched to the intersection of Nauvoo Street and Shabbona Drive to investigate a report of a suspicious subject.

Skylar N. Jenkins, 22, 22632 Lorraine Ct., Richton Park, was arrested on April 21 and charged with disorderly conduct when police were dispatched to a business in the first block of South Orchard Drive to investigate a report of disorderly conduct.

A picture window of a residence in the 300 block of Neola Street was reported shattered on April 22.

A black Samsung television valued at $600, an Xbox system valued at $649, four Xbox games valued at $40, and a number of items of clothing valued at $300, were reported stolen from a vehicle parked in the first block of Dogwood Street on April 22.

Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Police say a 14-year-old juvenile who claimed he was kidnapped after he got off his school bus at the intersection of Blackhawk Drive and Suwanee Street on April 25 will be charged with filing a false police report.

eNews Park Forest learned this subsequent to reporting on the report at the PFPD which did not have information this afternoon that the events reported to police did not happen.

eNews Park Forest apologizes to our readers. We regret the error.

The Park Forest Police Station. (Photo: Gary Kopycinski)

Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)–Editor's Note: We continue our reporting on news from police reports. Besides covering the many stories from around Park Forest that otherwise might go unnoticed, we want to bring more complete coverage of police reports than is reported by other local media.

An arrest does not mean that a person is guilty. All those arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty. It is the policy of eNews Park Forest to not remove items in the public record from publication. If your name is listed in the police reports, we will only add information relevant to the final disposition of the case at hand, e.g. "Mr. Smith was subsequently acquitted," "Mr. Smith entered a guilty plea," or "All charges against Mr. Smith were subsequently dropped." We will do so upon receiving and verifying proof of such disposition.

Persons wishing to leave anonymous information on any criminal matters including narcotics or gang activity are encouraged to call 708-748-1309 and leave a message on Detective Beilke's voice mail.

Police responded to a facility in the 100 block of North Orchard Drive to investigate a report of a burglary to a motor vehicle. Police determined that someone had entered a vehicle without permission; however, nothing appeared to be missing from the vehicle.

A 46-inch flat-screen television, a Sony PlayStation 4, and various PlayStation 4 video games were reported stolen from a residence in the first block of Choate Road during a residential burglary on April 23.

A furnace was reported stolen from a residence in the 300 block of Lakewood Boulevard on April 24.

Police say the driver's side rear quarter panel, rear door, and driver's door of a vehicle parked in the Westwood Drive parking lot of Rich East High School were vandalized with multiple scratches on April 25.

A 2009 Dodge Journey, Illinois license plate X933719, was reported stolen from the 300 block of North Orchard Drive on April 26.

An LG 60-inch flat-screen television valued at $1500, a number of DVDs valued at $1000, a Gateway laptop computer valued at $600, and $1500 cash are among items reported stolen during a residential burglary at a residence in the 100 block of Well Street on April 26.

A juvenile was arrested on April 26 and charged with theft after police received a report that a Walther P22 semi-automatic .22 caliber stainless steel pistol was stolen from a residence in the 300 block of Indianwood Boulevard.

Edward E. White Jr., 25, 717 Wright Rd., University Park, was arrested on April 27 and issued municipal citations charging possession of cannabis and improper display of front registration when an officer patrolling northbound on Western Avenue approaching Steger Road observed a vehicle that did not appear to have a front registration plate displayed, according to police.

Two cell phones were reported stolen from a residence in the 100 block of Nanti Street on April 27. Police suspect a someone who was a guest in the home.

The front and rear license plates of a vehicle parked in the first block of Apache Street were reported stolen on April 28.

Michael J. Perri, 24, 111 E. Sycamore Dr. Apt. 402, Park Forest, was arrested on April 28 and charged with two counts of possession of drug paraphernalia and one count of possession of cannabis when officers on patrol traveling southbound on Western Avenue approaching Sycamore Drive observed a vehicle traveling southbound on Western Avenue swerve and then make a turn onto Sycamore Drive without using a signal, according to police. Perri was also issued traffic citations charging improper Lane usage, failure to signal, operating an uninsured motor vehicle, and failure to notify the Secretary of State of an address change.

The front license plate of a vehicle parked in the 200 block of Arcadia Street was reported stolen on April 29.

Police were dispatched to a residence in the 300 block of Seneca Street on April 29 to investigate a report of domestic battery. Police have suspect information and are investigating.

Jordan E. Bond, 21, 4520 Lincoln Blvd., Richton Park, was arrested on April 29 and charged with driving under the influence of drugs, possession of cannabis, and issued citations charging improper turn at an intersection, and operation of an uninsured motor vehicle. According to police, while on patrol traveling southbound on Western Avenue from Monee Road, police observed the vehicle Cano was driving complete and improper turn from the curb Lane on Monee Road to the inside lane on Western Avenue, according to police.

Police say a man was driving northbound on Orchard Drive approaching the intersection at Indianwood Boulevard just before 6 PM on April 29. According to police, the man said he was "cut off" by an unknown subject driving a black Audi A3. The man proceeded northbound and stopped at the red light at Orchard Drive and Lakewood Boulevard after driving into the left turn Lane as the Audi pulled up on the right side of the center lane. Police say the man rolled down his window and stated to the driver of the Audi, "Hey man, that wasn't cool." Police say the man told them that the driver of the Audi brandished a "little black gun" and the driver of the first vehicle heard a click. He advised that he was unsure if the sound was the trigger being pulled on the pistol or the subject charging the weapon. Police are investigating.

Related: RETRACTED: Juvenile Eludes Kidnappers; Police Are Investigating

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Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Park Forest Police issued a press release regarding an armed robbery at US Bank in Park Forest on Wednesday, April 30.

The release follows:

On Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at approximately 11:00 AM, Park Forest Police responded to an Armed Robbery at the US Bank Branch located at 99 Indianwood Boulevard in Park Forest. It was determined that two male offenders wearing masks had entered the bank and demanded money from the teller at gunpoint. The offenders received an undisclosed amount of money and left the scene in a vehicle described as a gold colored Pontiac Bonneville.  No bank employees were injured during the incident.  

The offenders were both described as black males, approximately 5’6” in height wearing masks.

Park Forest Police and the Federal Bureau of Investigation are investigating the incident.  Anyone having information is urged to call the Detective Division of the Park Forest Police Department at 708-748-1309.

The Park Forest Police Station. (Photo: Gary Kopycinski)

Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)–Editor's Note: We continue our reporting on news from police reports. Besides covering the many stories from around Park Forest that otherwise might go unnoticed, we want to bring more complete coverage of police reports than is reported by other local media.

An arrest does not mean that a person is guilty. All those arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty. It is the policy of eNews Park Forest to not remove items in the public record from publication. If your name is listed in the police reports, we will only add information relevant to the final disposition of the case at hand, e.g. "Mr. Smith was subsequently acquitted," "Mr. Smith entered a guilty plea," or "All charges against Mr. Smith were subsequently dropped." We will do so upon receiving and verifying proof of such disposition.

Persons wishing to leave anonymous information on any criminal matters including narcotics or gang activity are encouraged to call 708-748-1309l.

A juvenile who told police that he had been kidnapped was arrested on April 25 and charged with disorderly conduct-filing a false police report, a class 4 felony.

A juvenile was arrested on May 1 and charged with retail theft when police were dispatched to a business in the first block of Main Street to investigate a retail theft complaint.

A juvenile was arrested on May 2 and charged with aggravated battery when police were dispatched to the 400 block of Navajo Street in reference to a report of battery.

Police were dispatched to a residence in the first block of Ash Street on May 3 to investigate a report of a disturbance. Police say two men came to a residence looking for a third man. They were asked to leave by the resident. Police say one of the men began a physical fight with the resident. When the man they were looking for showed up, one of the men allegedly took out a metal pipe and tried to hit the resident, according to police. The man they were looking for took the pipe from the man who had brought the pipe and began to hit him, according to police. Police say the man who allegedly brought the pipe had four broken ribs, a punctured lung, blood in his urine and a concussion. One of the other men had a concussion, according to police. The incident was turned over to the Detective Division for further investigation.

Police were dispatched to a residence in the 400 block of Wildwood Drive on May 4 to investigate a peeping Tom report. There were no arrests. Police are investigating.

Police responded to investigate a residential burglary in the 200 block of Blackhawk Drive on May 4. A Blue Ray player valued at $200, a Michael Kros purse valued at $350, a Microsoft Xbox system valued at $200, and a Nintendo Wii valued at $200 are among items reported stolen.

An iPhone 4 was reported stolen from a gym locker at Forest Trail Middle School on May 5.

Police are investigating a report of identity theft made at the Park Forest Police Department on May 5. Police are investigating.

Police say a juvenile walking down a sidewalk that leads from the playground area of Mohawk School towards Miami Street was attacked by five teenagers who battered him and stole his cell phone. The incident occurred on May 5, according to police.

Jerrold K. Dunn, 42, 435 Talala St., Park Forest, was arrested on May 5 and charged with misdemeanor aggravated assault after police were dispatched to the intersection of Indianwood Boulevard and Nashua Street in reference to a report of a disturbance. According to police, witnesses say Dunn allegedly attempted to run over a juvenile walking on Nashua Street, yelling at the juvenile "you disrespected my wife." Police say the juvenile had never met Dunn or his wife. Dunn, who identified to police by name the juvenile who allegedly threatened his wife, was told that the juvenile in the street was not the same person.

Police responded to a residence in the 3500 block of Western Avenue on May 6 in reference to a report of multiple shots fired. Police observed three bullet holes in a window of the residence. Police say a resident told them she heard subjects outside of her home yelling "fight, fight, fight." She then heard three gunshots. No one was injured. Police are investigating.

Police were dispatched to a residence in the first block of Sauk Trail on May 7 to investigate a residential burglary in progress. Police say a resident arrived home at approximately 1:00 AM and noticed that someone had moved a garbage can and put it directly beneath the kitchen window. He noticed that a rear door to the residence was closed. He entered his residence through the front door when he heard a noise coming from inside causing the resident to believe that someone was inside the house. He exited the house and called police. As he was waiting for police, he observed that the rear door that was previously closed was now wide open. Police say $900 cash was reported stolen.

Police responded to a residence in the 400 block of Sandburg Street to investigate a criminal damage to a vehicle report. Police have suspect information and are investigating.

Kevin J. Tuggle, 23, 3554 Western Ave. Apt. B, Park Forest, was arrested on May 7 and issued a municipal citation charging discharge of a firearm when police were dispatched to the 3500 block of Western Avenue, Court H-3, to investigate a report of a disturbance. Police say Tuggle told them he shot a starter pistol into the air during a confrontation with another man.

Vincent C. Woodson, 19, 3050 Western Ave. Apt. A, Park Forest, was arrested on May 7 and charged with obstructing a peace officer when police responded to the 3000 block of Western Avenue in reference to a report of a domestic disturbance.

A juvenile walking south in the 300 block of Orchard Drive told police he was pushed to the ground by three male subjects who held him down and took his gym shoes. The shoes, a pair of blue and pink Nike Air Force One, size 9 1/2, are valued at $95.

Police responded to a residence in the 300 block of Marquette Street to investigate a report of a burglary. Upon arrival, police were told there was a water leak coming from inside the residence. Police observed several exposed pipes with water gushing from them in the kitchen of the residence. Police were not able to determine if any copper pipes were stolen.

Marcus T. Calhoun, 38, 343 Manitowac St., Park Forest, was arrested on May 9 and charged with possession of cannabis, possession of drug paraphernalia, driving under the influence of drugs, improper lighting-one headlamp, operating an uninsured motor vehicle, and having a broken/defective tail light. According to police, an officer observed the vehicle Calhoun was driving had only one illuminated headlights when the vehicle turned westbound onto Sauk Trail from Western Avenue.

Jasper L. Jones, 33, 70 Cedar St., Park Forest, was arrested on May 9 and charged with domestic battery when police were dispatched to the first block of Cedar Street to investigate a report of domestic battery.

A red electric mini motorbike and a basketball hoop were reported stolen from a detached garage of a residence in the first block of Sauk Trail on May 9.

Police responded to investigate a residential burglary in the 500 block of Wildwood Drive on May 10. Police say entry was made to the residence through a bedroom window. Nothing was reported stolen.

A rear window of a residence in the 300 block of Winonah Street was reported shattered by a brick on May 10.

Chicago, IL—(ENEWSPF)— From the Chicago Sun-Times:

A Chicago police officer hit a handcuffed, kneeling woman in the head, while another shouted racially charged comments at her and threatened she’d be murdered during a raid of a West Side tanning salon.

And the whole disturbing scene was captured on video, according to a lawsuit filed in federal court.

Filmed by a security camera during a Chicago Police vice raid at the Copper Tan and Spa in Noble Square last summer, the video appears to show one cop smack 32-year-old salon manager Jianqing “Jessica” Klyzek in the head with an open hand as she is on her knees, handcuffed.

More here

The Park Forest Police Station. (Photo: Gary Kopycinski)

Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)–Editor's Note: We continue our reporting on news from police reports. Besides covering the many stories from around Park Forest that otherwise might go unnoticed, we want to bring more complete coverage of police reports than is reported by other local media.

An arrest does not mean that a person is guilty. All those arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty. It is the policy of eNews Park Forest to not remove items in the public record from publication. If your name is listed in the police reports, we will only add information relevant to the final disposition of the case at hand, e.g. "Mr. Smith was subsequently acquitted," "Mr. Smith entered a guilty plea," or "All charges against Mr. Smith were subsequently dropped." We will do so upon receiving and verifying proof of such disposition.

Persons wishing to leave anonymous information on any criminal matters including narcotics or gang activity are encouraged to call 708-748-1309l.

Police were dispatched to a residence in the 300 block of Winnebago Street on May 14 to investigate a report of a broken window. Upon arrival, police observed an open kitchen window. The inside pane of the window was broken. Police determined that entry was made to the residence. The only thing reported missing was a bottle of Louisiana hot sauce.

Lance Brandon Cole, 20, 3826 Janis Dr., Richton Park, was arrested on May 15 and issued municipal citations charging possession of cannabis and failure to wear a properly adjusted and fastened safety belt when an officer on patrol observed a vehicle turn north onto Lakewood Boulevard from Sauk Trail. The driver was not wearing a seatbelt, according to police.

A juvenile was arrested on May 16 and issued a citation charging trespassing when police were dispatched to a residence in the 100 block of Sauk Trail to conduct a premise examination.

Scott A. Hights, 19, 1042 Samson Dr., University Park, was arrested on May 18 and charged with disorderly conduct when police responded to the first block of Marquette Street in reference to a report of a disturbance.

Marcus A. Banks, 19, 1411 Pinewoods Ct., University Park, was arrested on May 18 and charged with possession of cannabis when an officer on patrol in the 200 block of Somonauk Street observed at 10:10 PM a vehicle parked in the Somonauk Park parking lot.

A red Toro Recycler lawnmower valued at $379.99 was reported stolen from a garage of a residence in the 200 block of Thomas Street on May 19.

Jacqueline Williams, 49, 2420 Reo Rd., Lansing, MI, was arrested on May 19 and charged with one count of felony retail theft with a prior conviction when police were dispatched to a business in the first block of Main Street in reference to a report of retail theft.

Elijah F. Jones, 18, 20136 Cypress St., Lynwood, was arrested on May 20 and charged with one count of felony aggravated unlawful use of a weapon/no FOID. Police say an officer observed a vehicle parked in the driveway of a residence in the 300 block of Sauk Trail at approximately 3:40 AM. The vehicle had its parking lights on. The officer had observed the vehicle for a couple of hours in the same driveway with its parking lights on, according to police. The officer stopped to investigate and discovered two subjects passed out in the front seat of the vehicle. After waking up the two individuals, the officer observed a handgun lying on the driver's side floorboard. Police also recovered $2468 cash from Jones. According to police, Jones told them he met an individual a few days ago at River Oaks shopping center from whom he allegedly bought a few credit and debit cards with PINs for $500.

The Park Forest Police Station. (Photo: Gary Kopycinski)

Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)–Editor's Note: We continue our reporting on news from police reports. Besides covering the many stories from around Park Forest that otherwise might go unnoticed, we want to bring more complete coverage of police reports than is reported by other local media.

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Donte L. Steels, 18, 8 Towanda Ct., Park Forest, was arrested on May 9 and charged with no valid driver's license and operation of an uninsured motor vehicle. Police say, while they were executing a search warrant at Steels' address, a vehicle Steels was driving pulled into Towanda Court and then backed up. Police, recognizing the vehicle, followed it and made contact with Steels.

A resident told police on May 15 that unauthorized withdrawals were made to her checking account. The withdrawals totaled $3900. Police are investigating.

Samuel Tolbert Jr., 19, 1029 Patricia Lane, Crete, and two juveniles were arrested on May 21 and charged with disorderly conduct and felony resisting of a peace officer when police responded to 300 Sauk Trail, Rich East High School, regarding a report of a disturbance. Upon arrival, police observed a large group of juveniles gathered in the Westwood Circle parking lot who appeared to be fighting.

A juvenile was arrested on May 21 and processed on a charge of battery when police responded to a residence in the 100 block of Indianwood Boulevard in reference to a disturbance call.

A laptop computer was reported stolen during a residential burglary from a residence in the 300 block of Dogwood Street on May 21.

A juvenile was arrested on May 22 and charged with aggravated assault, mob action and disorderly conduct when police were dispatched to the 400 block of Niagara Street to investigate a report of reckless discharge of a firearm.

Adam T. Hibbler, 18, 2614 Marigold Dr. Apt. 824, Sauk Village, was arrested on May 22 and charged with mob action and disorderly conduct when police responded to the 400 block of Niagara Street to investigate a report of reckless discharge of a firearm.

Jonathan E. Green, 22, 130 Hickory St., Chicago Heights, was arrested on May 22 and charged with criminal trespass to real property when police were dispatched to the 200 block of Indiana Street in reference to a report of an unwanted subject.

Cecily L. Davis, 25, 29 Olympic Village, Chicago Heights, was arrested on May 22 and charged with driving above the posted speed limit and issued municipal citations charging possession of drug paraphernalia and possession of cannabis when an officer patrolling on Western Avenue observed that the vehicle Davis was driving on Western Avenue near Cedar Street was exceeding the posted speed limit, according to police.

Three lawn statues, a large raccoon, gray in color, valued at $249 and two medium-sized black bear statues valued at $129 each were reported stolen from outside a residence in the 100 block of Westwood Drive on May 23.

A juvenile was arrested on May 23 and issued a local ordinance ticket charging assault when police responded to a residence in the 100 block of Indianwood Boulevard in reference to a report of a fight.

A juvenile was arrested on May 23 and charged with criminal trespass to land when police were dispatched to a residence in the 100 block of Indianwood Boulevard in reference to a report of a group of subjects refusing to leave.

Police were dispatched to the 400 block of Sauk Trail on May 23 to investigate a report of reckless discharge of a firearm. A witness reported hearing two gunshots from behind a business. Another witness told police he observed between six and eight subjects chasing one subject from the area of the Mobile Gas cap station. All of the subjects ran through the parking lot of the 7-Eleven. When they got to the rear of the building, one of the subjects pulled out a gun and began firing rounds in the air, according to the report. Police are investigating.

A juvenile was arrested on May 24 and charged with battery when police were dispatched to a residence in the 100 block of Indianwood Boulevard to investigate a report of a large fight in progress.

A window of a mobile classroom at Forest Trail Middle School, 215 Wilson Street, was reported shattered on May 26.

Police were dispatched to the 300 block of Windsor Street to investigate a battery incident. Police have suspect information and are investigating.

Shawn A. Rudder, 41, 1027 Fieldside Dr., Matteson, was arrested on May 26 and charged with possession of drug paraphernalia and issued traffic citations charging defective windshield, obstructed front windshield, operating a motor vehicle with suspended registration, driving while license was revoked, and operation of an uninsured motor vehicle. According to police, an officer was on patrol in the area of North Street and Western Avenue when the officer observed that the vehicle Rudder was driving had a defective front windshield, multiple fractures, according to police.

A juvenile was arrested on May 26 and charged with battery and criminal trespass to land, and issued a municipal ticket charging possession of tobacco products by a minor when police were dispatched to a business in the first block of Main Street in reference to a report of a retail theft in progress.

Darrius D. Gilbert, 19 402 N. Orchard Dr., Park Forest, and Jesse D. Hicks, 18, 1507 E. 13th Pl., Ford Heights, were arrested on May 27 and issued a local citations charging illegal possession of alcohol/under 21 when an officer patrolling in the 100 block of Indiana Street observed a vehicle parked in front of a residence with the driver, who appeared to be asleep at the wheel, and another subject lying in the back seat of the vehicle.

Malachi J. Stewart, 19, 177 E. Sycamore Dr. Apt. 101, Park Forest, was arrested on May 27 and charged with trespassing and resisting a peace officer when police responded to the first block of South Arbor Trail to investigate a criminal trespass complaint.

Police responded to a residence in the 3300 block of Western Avenue on May 27 in reference to a report of a domestic disturbance. According to police, a man allegedly poured soap into a female victim's eyes and bit her in the face. Police have suspect information and are investigating.

Police responded to a residence in the 200 block of Indianwood Boulevard on May 27 to investigate a burglary that had just occurred. A lawnmower, a green Pulan brand chainsaw, and a Stanley wet/dry shop vacuum are among items reported stolen. Police have suspect information and are investigating.

The Park Forest Police Station. (Photo: Gary Kopycinski)

Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)–Editor's Note: We continue our reporting on news from police reports. Besides covering the many stories from around Park Forest that otherwise might go unnoticed, we want to bring more complete coverage of police reports than is reported by other local media.

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Three juveniles were arrested on May 27 and charged with one count of robbery, one count of mob action and battery after police were dispatched to the intersection of Orchard Drive and Indianwood Boulevard in reference to a report of a battery that had just occurred. According to police, the juvenile victim was walking northbound through the St. Irenaeus Church parking lot in the 100 block of Indianwood Boulevard when he was approached by a group of unknown subjects. The group started yelling names of gangs at the juvenile who responded that he was not affiliated with any gangs. According to police, the group approached and proceeded to batter him, one striking him with a chair, another striking him with a brick, while the group punched, kicked, and stomped all over his body. According to police, the onslaught continued for several minutes until the subjects finally stopped battering the victim. After being battered, the subjects searched his pockets and removed his Boost Mobile black and silver Samsung cell phone. Police investigated, recovered the cell phone, and arrested the three juveniles.

Eight juveniles were arrested on May 29 and issued municipal citations charging battery when police were dispatched to Illinois School, 210 Illinois Street, regarding a report of a large fight in progress.

Jeremy P. Carraway, 27, 18943 Boulder Ct., Homewood, was arrested on May 30 and charged with 10 felony counts of possession of altered debit/credit cards when police were dispatched to the Unitarian Church, 70 Sycamore Drive, in reference to a suspicious vehicle parked at the far end of the parking lot.

Police responded to a residence in the 100 block of Blackhawk Drive on June 1 to investigate a possible residential burglary in progress. When police arrived, they observed a broken bedroom window. A witness observed a male subject wearing a red tank top enter the residence through the shattered window, according to police. Police say nothing appears to be missing from the residence and continue to investigate.

A juvenile was arrested on June 1 and charged with underage consumption of alcohol when police were dispatched to the 200 block of Kentucky Street to investigate a report of a disturbance.

Jonathan E. Green, 22, 130 Hickory St., Chicago Heights, was arrested on June 1 and charged with criminal damage to property when police responded to the 200 block of Indiana Street at 4:43 AM to investigate a report of criminal damage to property.

Jonathan E. Green, 22, 130 Hickory St., Chicago Heights, was arrested on June 1 and charged with two counts of criminal trespass to real land when police were dispatched to the 200 block of Indiana Street at 5:40 PM to investigate a report of an unwanted subject.

Police responded to a residence in the 300 block of Miami Street on June 2 to investigate a report of an open door. According to police, the complainant told them when she left the residence; the doors to the house were locked and secured. Nothing appeared to be missing from the residence, according to police.

An officer was dispatched to the Park Forest Police Department on June 2 to investigate a report of fraud. According to police, the victim put an ad on craigslist for a private tutor. He was contacted by a subject who said he was a businessman and that he would send the victim a check for $2450. The victim was told to deposit the check and then send $1789 via Western Union to a third individual. The victim was told that the money was to pay for the third individuals daughter's man he and transportation to the victim for the tutoring assistance. The victim received the check, deposited it in the bank, waited for the check to clear, and then went to Western Union in floss more and sent $1789 to a man in Prairie Grove, Arkansas. The victim later learned that the original check was fraudulent and that the funds had been removed from his account.

All four tires of a vehicle parked in the 23400 block of South Western Avenue were reported slashed on June 3. Police have suspect information and are investigating.

The Park Forest Police Officers at the opening night of Main Street Nights 2014. (Photo: Gary Kopycinski)

Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)–Editor's Note: We continue our reporting on news from police reports. Besides covering the many stories from around Park Forest that otherwise might go unnoticed, we want to bring more complete coverage of police reports than is reported by other local media.

An arrest does not mean that a person is guilty. All those arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty. It is the policy of eNews Park Forest to not remove items in the public record from publication. If your name is listed in the police reports, we will only add information relevant to the final disposition of the case at hand, e.g. "Mr. Smith was subsequently acquitted," "Mr. Smith entered a guilty plea," or "All charges against Mr. Smith were subsequently dropped." We will do so upon receiving and verifying proof of such disposition.

Persons wishing to leave anonymous information on any criminal matters including narcotics or gang activity are encouraged to call 708-748-1309l.

A juvenile was arrested on June 3 and issued a municipal citation charging obstruction of the right of way when an officer patrolling in the area of Tampa and Talala Streets observed multiple juveniles obstructing the roadway. All of the juveniles except one moved out of the roadway when ordered to by the officer. The one remaining juvenile said, "F--- the police and I don't have to get off the f---ing street," according to police.

Terrell M. Ealy, 22, 219 Illinois St., Park Forest, was arrested on June 4 and charged with domestic battery and obstructing justice when police were dispatched to the 300 block of Illinois Street to investigate a report of a domestic disturbance.

Police responded to the 400 block of Talala Street on June 4 to investigate a report of a teenager with a handgun. Police have suspect information and are investigating.

An officer was dispatched to the first block of Park Street on June 4 to investigate a report of fraud. According to police, a couple bought an Illinois lottery ticket sometime in January of 2014. A few weeks later, they received a phone call from a subject who informed them that they had won the lottery. The caller advised that they purchase "Green Dot Money Pak" prepaid money cards. The cards were purchased and $500 cash was uploaded to the card. The caller then demanded that he be given the serial number of the card, thus providing him access to the money already loaded onto the card. This process was repeated several times. The couple lost over $1000. Police are investigating.

A resident told police on June 4 that he tried to file his income taxes online on April 15 using TurboTax. Several days later, he discovered that someone had already used his Social Security number on an income tax return. The IRS requested a police report and is investigating.

A wallet containing $1000 cash and credit cards and a money clip containing $400 cash were reported stolen from a vehicle parked in the 200 block of Navajo Street on June 5. In addition to the cash stolen, credit and debit card transactions in excess of $3000 were made with the stolen cards, according to police.

A juvenile was arrested on June 5 and charged with retail theft, criminal damage to property, criminal trespass to property, and underage possession of alcohol when police were dispatched to CVS Pharmacy, 1 Main St., to investigate a retail theft.

An HP laptop computer valued at $100 was reported stolen from a residence in the 300 block of Oakwood Street on June 5.

Randy A. Madewell, 50, 52 Marquette St., Park Forest, was arrested on June 5 and charged with public intoxication and unlawful consumption of alcohol on a public way when police responded to the 200 block of Grant Street, Logan Park, to investigate a report of an intoxicated male who was stumbling and falling over.

A white, gray, and red 26-inch M Ledge mountain bike was reported stolen from in front of a residence in the 300 block of Marquette Street on June 5.

Shawn J. Clanton, 25, 239 Allegheny St., Park Forest, was arrested on June 5 and charged with obstructing justice and resisting when police were dispatched to the 200 block of Allegheny Street in reference to a domestic dispute.

Orphrus I. Ugbesia, 266 Rich Rd., Park Forest, was arrested on June 5 and charged with domestic battery when police were dispatched to the 200 block of Rich Road in reference to a report of a domestic disturbance.

A juvenile was arrested on June 6 and issued a municipal citation charging depositing in public places when an officer on patrol in the area of Talala Street responded to several citizen complaints of juvenile problems including juveniles walking in the roadway refusing to move. When the officer arrived, he observed two juveniles in the street. One had an empty plastic bottle in his hand which he threw onto the roadway, looking directly at the officer, according to police.

Two juveniles were arrested and petitioned on charges of misdemeanor criminal trespass to land when an officer patrolling near the intersection of Indianwood Boulevard and Orchard Drive observed several subjects who appeared to be fighting in front of a residence in the 100 block of Indianwood Boulevard.

Police say a new tire was reported stolen from a vehicle parked in the 100 block of 26th Street on June 6. The tire was replaced with an old, worn tire, according to police.

Archie D. Dent, 25, 2240 Straussberg Ave., Sauk Village, was arrested on June 8 and issued a municipal citation charging disorderly conduct when police were dispatched to the 200 block of Allegheny Street to investigate a report of a domestic disturbance.

A resident told police on June 9 that she noticed her bank statement had to charges that she did not make. Police are investigating.

Police say someone poured a large amount of white paint onto the front windshield, driver’s side doors, rear windshield and gas tank of a vehicle parked in the 2600 block of Western Avenue. The incident was reported at 6:31 AM on June 9.

A 48-inch Samsung television valued at $900, a 32-inch Magnavox television valued at $400, $1200 in white gold, an Apple iPad valued at $300 and a Dell laptop computer valued at $500 were reported stolen from a residence in the 200 block of Lakewood Boulevard on June 9 after the resident invited several anonymous subjects to her residence from an online social media dating website: evesplayground.com.

A juvenile passenger in a vehicle was arrested on June 9 and charged with one count of possession of ammunition/invalid FOID. Police say the vehicle was traveling westbound on Somonauk Street at a high rate of speed. The juvenile had in his possession one box of Winchester ammunition containing 21 live 32 Auto 71 grain full metal jacket rounds, according to police. The vehicle was seized per local ordinance, according to police.

The Park Forest Police Station. (Photo: Gary Kopycinski)

Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)–Editor's Note: We continue our reporting on news from police reports. Besides covering the many stories from around Park Forest that otherwise might go unnoticed, we want to bring more complete coverage of police reports than is reported by other local media.

An arrest does not mean that a person is guilty. All those arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty. It is the policy of eNews Park Forest to not remove items in the public record from publication. If your name is listed in the police reports, we will only add information relevant to the final disposition of the case at hand, e.g. "Mr. Smith was subsequently acquitted," "Mr. Smith entered a guilty plea," or "All charges against Mr. Smith were subsequently dropped." We will do so upon receiving and verifying proof of such disposition.

Persons wishing to leave anonymous information on any criminal matters including narcotics or gang activity are encouraged to call 708-748-1309l.

Devante J. Johnson, 22, 1436 Ambassador Lane, Ford Heights, was arrested on June 12 and charged with unlawful possession of cannabis when an officer continued an investigation that originated in the 100 block of Algonquin Street.

A red Cannondale mountain bike and a Giant brand road bike were reported stolen from an unsecured car port in the 300 block of Oakwood Street on June 17.

Two juveniles were arrested on June 17 and charged with one count of retail theft each when police were dispatched to a business in the first block of Main Street to investigate a report of retail theft.

A door of a residence in the first block of South Arbor Trail was reported damaged by being forced open, the locking mechanism cracking the wooden frame in the process. The report was made on June 18. Nothing was reported stolen from the residence. Someone was at home when the door was forced open.

A brown and grey Yorkie named "Pineapple" was reported stolen from outside a residence in the 200 block of Allegheny Street on June 19.

A lawnmower, a snow blower, and a generator were reported stolen from an unsecured garage during a burglary at a residence in the 300 block of North Orchard Drive on June 19.

Piere V. Smith, 19, 3135 Holden Circle, Matteson, was arrested on June 19 and charged with obstructing identification and processed on a warrant out of Cook County when police responded to the 200 block of Lee Street in reference to a report of a disturbance.

Someone set fire to the contents of a trashcan in the women's restroom at Central Park, 420 Lakewood Boulevard, on June 20. The Park Forest Fire Department responded and extinguished the smoking burnt ash inside the trashcan. No permanent damage was found to the restroom or the trashcan, according to police.

Two juveniles were arrested on June 20 and issued municipal citations charging battery when an officer patrolling in the area of Village Hall observed the two juveniles fighting near the west side of the building, at first engaging in a verbal altercation followed by a physical altercation, according to police.

The front passenger-side window of a vehicle parked in the first block of Apple Lane was reported shattered on June 20.

Terrell Smith, 37, 7128 S. Wentworth Ave., Chicago, was arrested on June 20 and issued a municipal citation charging battery when police were dispatched to a parking lot in the first block of South Orchard Drive in reference to a large group of juveniles causing a disturbance. According to police, Smith told them he believed that one of the juveniles had stolen his cell phone and allegedly went to confront the juvenile. The cell phone was later recovered by a carnival employee and had not been stolen, according to police.

Police were dispatched to investigate a residential burglary in the 300 block of Winnebago Street on June 20. A lower-level window of the house was completely shattered, according to police. Police discovered broken dishes scattered on the floor of the kitchen and a family room to be in complete disarray. A flute, two flat-screen televisions, and some cash are among items reported missing.

Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Five people were injured by gunfire during a shooting in the 200 block of Berry Street on June 15.

According to a press release from the Park Forest Police Department, on Sunday, June 15, 2014 at approximately 1:00 AM, officers responded to multiple 911 calls of gunfire on the 200 block of Berry Street. Responding officers found evidence that a shooting had taken place at the residence, where a large party was being held, but found no one with injuries at that time.

While investigating the incident, it was learned that four victims who had fled the initial scene after being shot had been located after three went to the hospital to have their injuries treated and a fourth called from a nearby residence.

Two of those victims, both adult males, suffered non-life threatening gunshot wounds, were treated at St. James Hospital in Chicago Heights, and released.

Two others were taken to Advocate Christ Hospital in Oak Lawn for further treatment. One of those, an 18 year old male, received a gunshot wound to the chest. He was listed in critical but stable condition after he underwent surgery.

The second subject, who received a gunshot wound to his neck and arm, was treated and released.

Officials report that a fifth person had also been injured by the gunfire.

Park Forest Detectives, along with members of the South Suburban Major Crime Task Force, responded to the scene and are interviewing witnesses and victims.

No information is currently available on what motivated the shooting.

The investigation continues.

The Park Forest Police Station. (Photo: Gary Kopycinski)

Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)–Editor's Note: We continue our reporting on news from police reports. Besides covering the many stories from around Park Forest that otherwise might go unnoticed, we want to bring more complete coverage of police reports than is reported by other local media.

An arrest does not mean that a person is guilty. All those arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty. It is the policy of eNews Park Forest to not remove items in the public record from publication. If your name is listed in the police reports, we will only add information relevant to the final disposition of the case at hand, e.g. "Mr. Smith was subsequently acquitted," "Mr. Smith entered a guilty plea," or "All charges against Mr. Smith were subsequently dropped." We will do so upon receiving and verifying proof of such disposition.

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A man delivering a pizza was robbed at gunpoint in the 300 block of Waverly Street on June 17. According to police, the three offenders wore bandannas over their faces.

A king size comforter bed set valued at $99, a black and silver Montel Williams blender valued at $150, two gold sofa covers valued at $59.99, and a blue and white bath towel set valued at $39.99 were reported stolen from outside a residence in the 200 block of Lakewood Boulevard on June 19. The items had been ordered online and delivered to the residence, according to the manufacturer.

A glass door of a residence in the 100 block of East Sycamore Drive was reported shattered, possibly kicked in, on June 22.

Police responded to investigate a report of criminal sexual abuse in the 300 block of Gettysburg Street on June 22. According to police, the victim was walking her dog when she saw a male subject walking towards her. The woman turned and walked the other way toward her residence. The man ran up to her and said, "Can I have a hug?" The man then allegedly approached the woman from behind, wrapped his arms around her chest and hugged her. The woman pushed the subject away and told him to get away from her. The subject approached her from behind, wrapped his arms around her chest, hugged her, and began to kiss her cheek and neck, according to police. Police say the subject also placed his hands on the woman’s breasts. He told her, "Don't fight it, I have a gun." At this point, the woman began screaming and pushed the subject away. The subject fled the area eastbound on Antietam Street toward Indiana Street. The subject is described as having medium skin tone, long sideburns, crooked teeth with spaces between the teeth, a Navy blue ball cap with white lettering, wearing a red long sleeve shirt with white lettering on the front and back, blue sweatpants with a white stripe on the side of the legs, and white and black Adidas shoes.

A juvenile was arrested on June 23 and processed on charges of unlawful use of a weapon, resisting arrest, and a curfew violation when police were dispatched to the first block of Ash Street to investigate a group of suspicious people. Police say the juvenile was carrying a 15-inch hunting knife which he claimed he found and picked up for his own protection. The juvenile was not from Park Forest.

Timothy D. Sanders, 22, 111 Hemlock St., Park Forest, was arrested on June 23 and charged with aggravated assault and domestic battery when police responded to the 100 block of Hemlock Street to investigate a report of a domestic dispute.

A Samsung S4 cell phone was reported stolen from a purse in the basement of a church in the first block of North Orchard Drive on June 23.

Xavier H. Medina, 31, 81A Hemlock St., Park Forest, was arrested on June 24 and charged with retail theft when police were advised that a subject had just committed a retail theft at a store in the first block of Main Street.

Police say a woman walking in the southbound in the 300 block of Indianwood Boulevard on June 24 was approached by a male driver of a vehicle who asked her if she needed a ride. The driver was in the northbound lane. She stated that she did not need a ride, and the driver stated, "Why don't you smile?" The driver then completed a U-turn on Indianwood Boulevard. The woman ran away down a side street and the driver sped away, according to police.

A window at Forest Trail Middle School was discovered shattered on June 25.

Laura Martinez at Rich East High School for a 2010 bench dedication for her son Adam. (Photo: Gary Kopycinski)

More photographs from bench dedication at Rich East High School, November 6, 2010.

Cook County-(ENEWSPF)- The Southtown Star reports that two men who had "participated" in the shooting death of 20-year-old Adam Martinez were convicted of murder last week.

From the Southtown Star:

A jury found Corey Anderson, of Richton Park, guilty Friday on five counts, including first-degree murder, in the shooting death of Adam Martinez. Jabriel Anderson, of Park Forest, was convicted Thursday on the same charges.

A third man, Jason Burns, of Richton Park, was sentenced by a Cook County judge a little more than a year ago to 40 years in prison.

Burns shot and killed Martinez in a case of mistaken identity in May 2010. Both Corey and Jabriel Anderson also fired into the car driven by Martinez.

“We’re just happy that everyone was found guilty,” said the victim’s mother, Laura Martinez, shortly after Friday’s verdict was announced.

More from the Southtown Star.

Related from ENEWSPF:

• 20-Year-Old Park Forest Man Dies of Gunshot Wound to Head
• Richton Park Man Charged in Shooting Death of 20-year-old Adam Martinez
• Two More Charged in Shooting Death of 20-year-old Adam Martinez

Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Park Forset police report in a statement that two dogs are dead after they were discovered in a severely neglected condition in the East Gate neighborhood on the 4th of July.

According to police, patrol officers responded to a residence on the 200 block of Allegheny Street on July 4 in reference an anonymous complaint of animal neglect. The responding officer found two pit bull dogs in a small cage in "deplorable conditions" and " a severe state of illness and malnutrition," according to police.

The dogs were immediately taken for medical treatment, but unfortunately did not survive.

After an investigation and consultation with Cook County Assistant State's Attorneys, the resident, a 33 year old Park Forest woman, was charged with two felony counts of aggravated cruelty to animals.

According to police, each class 4 felony has a maximum prison sentence of 3 years upon conviction. Additionally, the Crime Free Housing ordinance will be applied.

"The Park Forest Police Department takes crimes against animals seriously, and will prosecute offenders to the fullest extent of the law," police said in a statement.

Source: PFPD

A bicycle dripping with blood after the shooting. (Credit: Todd Sherman/Network Video Productions)

More photographs from the scene are available here: ENEWSPF on Facebook (Credit: Todd Sherman/Network Video Productions)

Matteson, IL-(ENEWSPF)- One man is dead and another wounded after a shooting in broad daylight along Old Plank Trail in Matteson on July 6.

According to a statement issued by the Matteson Police Department, on July 6, 2014, at approximately 4:30 p.m., officers responded to the 3800 block of Old Plank Trail following a report of a subject who had been shot.

Upon arrival, officers were met by the victim who advised them that he was accosted on Old Plank Trail. The victim told police he was shot multiple times by an adult male.

The victim was transported to Christ Hospital in Oak Lawn where he was treated for non-life threatening injuries.

The suspected shooter was identified as 34-year-old Marcellus M. Jamison from the 4200 block of W. 216th Street in Matteson.

A short time after the victim was shot, Jamison was found at the intersection of 216th Street and Charleston Road with an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound to the chest, according to police. Jamison was transported to St. James Hospital in Olympia Fields where he was pronounced dead.

The matter is still pending further investigation, according to police.

Source: Matteson PD

The Park Forest Police Station. (Photo: Gary Kopycinski)

Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)–Editor's Note: We continue our reporting on news from police reports. Besides covering the many stories from around Park Forest that otherwise might go unnoticed, we want to bring more complete coverage of police reports than is reported by other local media.

An arrest does not mean that a person is guilty. All those arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty. It is the policy of eNews Park Forest to not remove items in the public record from publication. If your name is listed in the police reports, we will only add information relevant to the final disposition of the case at hand, e.g. "Mr. Smith was subsequently acquitted," "Mr. Smith entered a guilty plea," or "All charges against Mr. Smith were subsequently dropped." We will do so upon receiving and verifying proof of such disposition.

Persons wishing to leave anonymous information on any criminal matters including narcotics or gang activity are encouraged to call 708-748-1309l.

A juvenile was arrested on June 16 and issued a municipal citation charging disorderly conduct when police were dispatched to the 100 block of Blackhawk School to investigate a report of a suspicious subject shining a laser light at passing vehicles.

The front passenger tire of a vehicle parked in the 200 block of Hickory Street was reported slashed on June 23.

A juvenile was issued a municipal citation on June 29 charging robbery after police responded to the 200 block of Lakewood Boulevard on June 24 to investigate a report of a stolen bicycle.

Police were dispatched to the 400 block of Neosho Street on June 24 to investigate a report of harassment by telephone. Police are investigating.

Police responded to the 500 block of Homan Street on June 28 to investigate a report of a broken ceramic flower pot.

Hollis F. Scott Jr., 277 Arrowhead St., Park Forest, was arrested on June 29 and charged with domestic battery and unlawful interference with the reporting of domestic violence when police responded to the 200 block of Arrowhead Street to investigate a report of domestic battery.

An air-conditioning unit was reported stolen from outside a residence in the 200 block of Arcadia Street on June 30.

Fraudulent banking transactions in excess of $3200 were reported to officers at the Park Forest Police Department on July 1.

Rebecca C. Smado, 19, 2028 Richton Rd., Steger, was arrested on July 9 and issued a municipal citation charging battery after police responded to the Park Forest Police Department on July 1 to investigate a delayed report of battery.

Garrick M. Johnson, 29, 600 Ceder Ridge Lane, Richton Park, was arrested on July 2 and charged with criminal trespass to property when an officer on patrol in the first block of South Orchard Drive observed a subject he knew to be Garrick Johnson searching in the ashtray outside of a business. According to police, the officer knew through his previous encounters with Johnson that Johnson was banned from the business.

Lenard A. Adams, 29, 847 Pin Oak Lane, University Park, was arrested on July 2 and processed on charges of no valid driver's license and tinted windows after police observed that the vehicle Adams was driving near the intersection of Western Avenue and Illinois Street had tinted windows beyond the legal limit, according to police.

A resident told police at the Park Forest Police Department on July 2 that he was a victim of fraud. He told police that he received a call from an unknown female advising him that he was the winner of $95,000 cash and a Mercedes-Benz automobile. He was advised that he needed to obtain a Green Dot Money Pack card so that his winnings could be transferred to him. After placing $90 on the card and then being advised that he needed to place $250 more on the card so that he could receive the automobile, he decided to report the incident to police.

Two cell phone chargers and one audio import jack were reported stolen from a vehicle parked in the 300 block of Winnebago Street on July 3. The front passenger window of the vehicle had been shattered to gain entry, according to police.

Latrell Brown, 22, 3849 Janis Dr., Richton Park, was arrested on July 4 and issued a municipal ticket charging possession of cannabis when an officer patrolling in the area of Sauk Trail and Indianwood Boulevard observed the vehicle Brown was driving traveling eastbound on Sauk Trail over the posted speed limit, according to police. Brown was also issued a ticket charging speeding over the posted limit.

Lalita M. Mays, 33, 238 Allegheny St., Park Forest, was arrested on July 5 and charged with two counts of felony aggravated cruelty to animals after police were dispatched to the 200 block of Allegheny Street on July 4 to investigate an animal complaint. Upon arrival at the residence, police report smelling a "ghastly odor which appeared to be coming from the rear of the residence." An officer observed a closed metal dog crate containing two pit bull puppies. The animals were covered in urine and bloody feces, according to police.

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Christopher L. Cherest, 45, 304 Shawnee St., Park Forest, was arrested on July 4 and charged with battery when police responded to the 300 block of Shawnee Street to investigate a report of a disturbance.

Michael E. Lockett, 53, 22949 Valley Dr., Richton Park; Matthew E. Whalen, 41, 19245 Riegal Rd., Homewood; and Sheldon C. Oliver, 43, 719 Driftwood Court Apt. 4, University Park, were arrested on July 6 and charged with one felony count each of theft of government property. Park Forest police were contacted by a member of the Chicago Heights Police Department who related that while interviewing individuals in the custody of the CHPD in reference to possession of stolen property, the officer learned that the stolen property was in fact taken from Park Forest in the area of Sauk Trail and Western Avenue. The item police say the three stole was a 35-foot aluminum pole an armed that was lying next to the curb in the first block of Sauk Trail, according to police. The three placed the light pole in a car with approximately 10 feet hanging out the back at a slanted angle as well as approximately 8 feet hanging out the front passenger window, according to police. They planned to sell the light pole for scrap metal, according to police, but were stopped by officers in Chicago Heights.

Jermelia R. Haley, 34, 22336 Clyde Ave., Sauk Village, was arrested on July 7 and charged with possession of cannabis and provided traffic citations charging improper use of registration, tinted windows, and a defective windshield when police observed that the vehicle Haley was driving northbound on Orchard Drive had no rear registration plate light and tinted windows, according to police.

Scott A. Heights, 19, 1042 Samson Dr., University Park, was arrested on July 8 and charged with one count of battery and one count of theft when police were dispatched to the area of Orchard Drive and Peach Street to investigate a report of robbery.

A juvenile was arrested on July 8 and charged with felony resisting a peace officer after an officer observed a vehicle traveling northeast on Monee Road at a high rate of speed, according to police. The juvenile and two others in the vehicle were released to the custody of the Cook County Sheriff's Police as the vehicle they were in was reported to have been stolen during a vehicular hijacking in and another town.

A woman leaving a business in the first block of South Orchard Drive walking toward Indianwood Boulevard was approached by two unknown male subjects wearing hoods on their heads. Both unknown subjects grabbed grocery bags from the woman and took them away from her. Another allegedly grabbed her purse and punched her in the neck when she did not initially let go of the purse. The subjects are described as black males, between 15 and 20 years of age, 5'7" to 6'1" tall weighing between 150 and 200 pounds each.

A juvenile was arrested on July 8 and charged with disorderly conduct when police were dispatched to the 400 block of Tomahawk Street to investigate a report of a juvenile with a handgun who pointed it at a nine-year-old victim. Police located a black BB gun on the juvenile’s person and placed it into evidence.

Sheldon C. Oliver, 43, 719 Driftwood Court Apt. 4, University Park, while in custody in connection with a theft incident, was charged with one count of felony failure to register as a sex offender.

A black Hi Point Beemeller .380 semi-automatic pistol and a box of .38 ammunition were reported stolen from a residence in the 3200 block of Western Avenue on July 8. Police have suspect information and are investigating.

Anne G. Paris, 44, 161 Park St., Park Forest, was arrested on July 9 and charged with criminal trespassing to property, resisting a peace officer, and disorderly conduct when police were dispatched to the first block of Norwood Street in reference to a report of an unwanted subject.

A Freeman's Widex Inteo 9BTE hearing aid valued at $4800 was reported stolen from a residence in the 500 block of Homan Avenue on July 10.

Two Grainger 5" x 84" black steel fork lift extensions valued at $724.50, one aluminum GMC truck ramp assembly valued at $424.65, and one steel front shaft drive valued at $1,105.15, were reported stolen from a business in the 2200 block of Western Avenue on July 11.

A blue Schwinn bicycle was reported stolen from a residence in the 100 block of Birch Street on July 11.

The rear door of a residence in the first block of Marquette Street was reported forced open on July 11. Nothing was reported missing from the residence.

A beige Huffy bicycle valued at $89.99 was reported stolen from the 100 block of South Orchard Drive on July 11.

A 26-inch 18-speed men's Rock Creek mountain bike was reported stolen from a residence in the 100 block of Walnut Street on July 12.

Damien D. Williams, 31, 53 S. Arbor Trail, Park Forest, was arrested on July 13 and charged with domestic battery when police responded to the first block of South Arbor Trail in reference to a report of domestic battery.

The windshield of a vehicle parked in the 100 block of Forest Boulevard was reported shattered on July 14. Police have suspect information.

A black 2008 Chevrolet Impala, Illinois license plate N679899, was reported stolen from the 400 block of Lakewood Boulevard on July 14.