NEWS RELEASE
April 16, 2024
On 10 April 2024 police were dispatched to the 10700 block of Meadow Lane is response to a Theft from Motor Vehicle. The complainant explained that unknown subject(s) entered their unlocked vehicle, which was parked in their driveway, and took their Louis Vuitton purse. Inside the purse was their bank cards, social security cards, and driver’s license. The incident is under investigation.
On 11 April 2024 police were dispatched to Walgreens located at 11053 S. Southwest Highway in reference to a Theft. The complainant explained that there has been a recent rash of thefts of empty storage totes. Video surveillance showed a black box truck pull up at approximately 1:17am. Two subjects exited the truck and loaded red totes into the box truck. The vehicle fled northbound on Southwest Highway. Approximately 60-75 totes were taken. The incident is under investigation.
On 12 April 2024 were dispatched to the 9900 block of 84th Terrace in reference to a Criminal Damage to Property. The complainant explained that unknown subject(s) broke the driver’s side rear window to their 2012 Porsche. The incident is under investigation.
On 12 April 2024 police were dispatched to the 10200 block of 84th Terrace in reference to a string of Criminal Damage to Vehicles. Unknown subject(s) broke out the driver’s side rear windows to seven vehicles parked in a community lot. The incidents are under investigation.
On 12 April 2024 police were dispatched to the 8100 block of 111th Street in reference to a Burglary from a Building. The complainant stated that they haven’t visited the building in approximately 6-7 weeks. Upon arrival they noticed that their mailbox was destroyed, and the front door was ajar. Inside several computer laptops were taken and approximately $650.00 in cash. The incident is under investigation.
On 12 April 2024 Lonell M. Mailey, age 34 of Palos Hills, was arrested for Trespassing. He was cited and provided his notice to appear.
On 13 April 2024 Szymon J. Bukowski, age 33 of Hickory Hills, was arrested for Harassment by Telephone. He was cited and provided his notice to appear.
On 13 April 2024 Vitalii Kolodii, age 26 of Justice, was arrested for Driving While License Suspended and Aggravated Speeding. The arrest stemmed from a traffic stop in the 10100 block of Roberts Road.
On 13 April 2024 Patrick J. Beilfus, age 22 of Palos Hills, was cited for Unlawful Possession of Cannabis and Unlawful Possession of Drug Equipment. The citations stemmed from a traffic stop in the 8100 block of 111th Street.
To keep yourself safe from a vishing attack, the most important thing to remember is you should never provide or confirm personal information over the phone. Remember that credit card companies, banks, and government officials will never call asking for sensitive information.
Always lock your vehicle, even when it’s parked in your driveway or garage. Always take your key fob and garage door opener with you.
