WESTCHESTER POLICE BLOTTER

Incident # 23-00372

2/24/2023 3:52 p.m.

10700 BLK 31ST ST

SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES

WPD responded to the business for suspicious activity. Spoke to employee who advised that on 02/23/23 at some time in the afternoon she received a phone call from an individual claiming to be from the Westchester Fire Department. The subject asked the employee to donate money for a “Stop, Drop & roll” fundraiser that is happening. The subject called back a second day and when the business would not donate, the subject abruptly hung up on the employee. No individual that works for WPD and WFD does not solicit money over the phone.

-UNDER INVESTIGATION

Incident # 23-00384

02/27/2023 11:36 a.m.

10200 BLK ROOSEVELT RD

AGGRAVATED ASSAULT

WPD responded to the business on the 10200 blk of Roosevelt for a disgruntle employee that was throwing things around the store, and slashed tires on a vehicle. Octavia Chatman, Chicago was charged with Misdemeanor Aggravated Assault with Deadly Weapon and Criminal Defacement of Property. Octavia was given an iBond and court date of April 14, 2023 at the 4th District Maywood Courthouse.

Incident # 23-00394

02/27/2023 11:36a.m.

3000 BLK WOLF RD

RETAIL THEFT

WPD responded to the business on the 3000 blk of Wolf Rd for a retail theft. Police spoke to Loss Prevention Officer who advised that he observed a subject that came into the store and removed three bottles of liquor, and left the store without paying. The offender is described as a f/b 5’6, 200lbs, brown jacket, blue hoodie sweat shirt and pink pants. The offender left in a Volkswagen Jetta with FL registration in an unknown direction. Area was checked by Police with negative results

- Under Investigation

Incident # 23-00413

3/3/2023 11:28a.m.

9900 BLK DERBY LN

CRIMINAL DAMAGE TO AUTO

WPD responded to the 9900th blk of Derby Ln for Criminal Damage to Auto. Victim advised sometime between 1200hrs on 3/2/23 and 3/3/23 1100hrs unknown suspect(s) keyed both sides of his company car when it was parked in the company lot.

- UNDER INVESTIGATION

Incident # 23-00421

3/4/2023 11:48a.m.

2500 BLK WELLINGTON AVE

SUSPICIOUS AUTO

WPD Responded to the 2500 blk of Wellington for Suspicious Auto. Caller stated male in a marron vehicle had attempted to get her into the car while she was walking her dog back and forth on Kingston. The driver described as male Hispanic or Middle Easter in his 40’s with beard and wearing a gray shirt told her later he had her Grub Hub order. The vehicle left west on Lancaster towards Wolf, area was canvassed by Police with negative results.

- UNDER INVESTIGATION

Incident # 23-00439

3/5/2023 4:32a.m.

11204 31ST ST

BURGLARY

WPD while conducting a premise check observed the front door glass to Dunkin Donuts to have been smashed in by an unknown object. Owner arrived and discovered that the two cash tills that were taken each contained USC in various denominations

- UNDER INVESTIGATION

Incident # 23-00446

3/7/2023 5:14p.m.

CERMAK RD & HULL AVE

TRAFFIC ARREST

WPD Officer while on patrol observed a silver Chevy Malibu perform a traffic infraction. Wells, Yolanda from Chicago, IL was charged with Possession of Controlled Substance. Wells was scheduled for a bond hearing at the Cook County Maybrook Courthouse on 3/8/2023. Lewis Mahagony from Chicago was charged with No Valid Registration, Driving While License Suspended and No Valid Insurance and released on iBond. Potesak, Adam from LaGrange, IL was taken into custody and turned over to Brookfield Police for a Warrant.

Incident # 23-00454

3/8/2023 4:06p.m.

CERMAK RD & DOWNING AVE

TRAFFIC ARREST

WPD Officer while on patrol observed a black Chevy perform a traffic infraction. Robinson, Calvin from Chicago IL was charged with Expired Registration, Suspended Driver’s License. Robinson was issued and i-Bond and given a court date of April 14th 2023 at 4th district Court, Maywood, IL.

Incident # 23-00458

3/8/2023 8:47p.m.

10147 ROOSEVELT RD

RETAIL THEFT

WPD Officers were dispatched to JD Liquor for a Retail Theft that occurred. Spoke to employee who stated observed M/B with a white tank top and a F/B with a black hooded sweatshirt and black pants enter the store and walked out with merchandise. Suspect(s) got into a white newer model Lincoln suv and go south on Westchester Blvd and then east on Pelham. After an investigation, WPD Detectives took into custody Farrow, Jaquan from Melrose Park, IL and Wilbourn, Mactresa from Westchester, IL both are charged with

Retail Theft. Both suspects were given i-bonds and given a court day of April 14th, 2023 at the 4th District Court, Maywood, IL.

Incident # 23-00469

3/10/2023 1:10p.m.

700 BLK WORCESTER AVE

THEFT

WPD Officer responded for a theft report. Spoke with the victim who related he received a notification from FedEx that his package was delivered. Victim stated he never received the package

- UNDER INVESIGATION

Incident # 23-00478

3/11/2023 3:14p.m.

MANNHEIM RD & DORCHESTER ST

HIT & RUN

WPD responded for a hit and run accident at Mannheim Rd & Dorchester St. After an investigation WPD Detectives charged Gawronski, Sebastian with Leaving the Scene of an Accident and Driving with License Suspended. Gawronski was given an i-bond and a court date of April 28th, 2023 at the 4th District Cook County Courthouse Maywood, IL.

Incident # 23-00483

3/12/2023 8:24p.m.

MANNHEIM RD & ROOSEVELT RD TRAFFIC ARREST

WPD Officer while on patrol observed a red Kia perform a traffic infraction. Edwards, Maurice from Maywood, IL was charged with Operating a Vehicle with Suspended Registration, Driving while Licensee Suspended, and No Valid Insurance. Edwards was given an i-Bond and a court date of April 28th, 2023 at the 4th District Cook County Courthouse Maywood, IL

Incident # 23-00491

3/13/2023 4:26p.m.

ROOSEVELT RD & PORTSMOUTH AVE

POSSESSION OF

CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE

WPD Officer while on patrol observed a blue Infiniti perform a traffic infraction. Dossie, Vanessa from Chicago, IL was charged with Possession of Adult use Cannabis in Motor Vehicle. Boyd, Melvin from Rolling Meadows, IL was charged with Interfering with a Police Officer. Wightman, Claire from Glen Ellyn, IL was charged with Illegal Tinted Windows. All subjects were given i-Bonds and a court date at the 4th District Cook County Courthouse Maywood, IL.

Incident # 23-00504

3/15/2023 4:11p.m.

BEACH ST & LEXINGTONST

FLEEING & ELUDING

WPD while on patrol observed a black Kia, with tinted windows perform a traffic infraction. The Kia speed up at a high rate of speed, going around a vehicle and running a red light. Police did not pursue, due to safety of others.

-UNDER INVESTIGATION

Incident #23-00514

3/17/2023 12:32p.m.

700 BLK NEWCASTLE AVE AGGRAVATED DISCHARGE OF A FIREARM

Westchester Police Department Officers were dispatched to the area of 700 blk Newcastle Ave for a call of shots fired.Officers arrived and located a female that stated she was involved in a domestic incident on the expressway. The male party involved exited the vehicle, and discharged a firearm striking a parked vehicle. The offender fled from the scene and was taken into custody with a loaded handgun in a nearby alley. Cook County States Attorney Office approved Felony charges of Aggravated Discharge of a Firearm against 24 year old Isaiah Murry from Chicago. On March 18, 2023 Murry appeared at a bond hearing and bond was set at $150,000 with 10% to apply.

Incident #23-00519

3/18/2023 12:12AM

ROOSEVELT RD & NEWCASTLE AVE

TRAFFIC ARREST

WPD while on patrol, observed a white Buick perform a traffic infraction. Manning, Javonna from Omaha, NE was charged with No Illuminated Tail Lights and Driving while License Suspended. Manning was released with an iBond, and a court date of April 14th, 2023, at the 4th District Maybrook Courthouse in Maywood, IL.

Incident # 23-00538

03/20/2023 10:47AM

900 BLK NORFOLK AVE MOTOR VEHICLE THEFT

WPD responded to the 900 blk of Norfolk for a motor vehicle theft. Westchester Detectives investigated the incident and within 72 hours took a suspect into custody. Sawyer, Fredrick from Westchester was charged with Felony charges for Unlawful Possession of Stolen Motor Vehicle and Theft over $500 USC. Sawyer was transported to Cook County 4th District Courthouse for a bond hearing on 3/24/2023.

Incident # 23-00539

03/20/2023 4:07PM

1900 BLK NEWCASTLE AVE

ARMED ROBBERY

WPD responded to the 1900 block of Norfolk regarding a United States Postal Carrier who was robbed at gunpoint of their USPS mailbox keys. The offender was described as a male black wearing a small black ski mask who displayed a handgun. The offender fled the scene in a Red BMW with tinted windows - UNDER INVESTIGATION see ‘BLOT e R PAG e

Residential safety tips

Personal Residential Safety Tips Personal home safety means taking charge of your security at home and in your community. Don’t leave it all up to the police department. Involve your entire family in creating a personal home safety plan that fits your family’s needs. Get to know your neighbors and work with them to keep your neighborhood safe. Report all suspicious activity to your local police department. By following these suggestions you can make your home a safer place in which to live. At home… Lock all doors and windows, even when you are at home. This is especially important before you go to sleep.

• Harden and secure your home with strong doors and locks.

• Use adequate outside lighting, making sure all entrances and garages are well-lit. Outside lighting should remain on at night and during other times of darkness when at all possible.

• Do not put your first name on your mailbox. Use initials and your last name. If you live alone, do not advertise it. Always have someone remove your mail daily.

• Unknown persons should not be admitted into or on your premises unless proper credentials are presented.

• Never open your door to a stranger or solicitors. If a stranger requests the use of your phone, do not allow the person to enter.

• Should you return home to find windows and doors tampered with, DO NOT ENTER! Go to a neighbor’s home or call the police at 9-1-1.

• Be proactive by installing a home security system. Keep an active contact list on your refrigerator in case police or fire personnel need to contact a love one.

• Have an escape plan in mind for your family if someone enters your home and a way to protect yourselves.

• Run to the nearest residence or business. Screaming and cries for help can discourage criminals and may result in their arrest or someone coming to your aid.

• Attempt to determine points of identification such as clothing, glasses, scars, hair color, tattoos, weight and height, vehicle color, license plate number, make of vehicle. Call the police immediately and give last known direction of offender and stay on the phone until police arrive.

• Don’t fight over property; let the intruder have the property. It is not worth your life.

The Westchester Police Department is committed to making our village a safer place to live, but we can’t do it alone. Take action to make it as safe as possible for you and your family. This takes a team effort to take a bite out of crime.