The father of 5-month-old Jackson Farrey, who is believed dead is due back in court in Texas on Jan. 15.
Odd, quirky and sometimes just plain weird crime reports from around the area.
DUI Roundup information was supplied by area police departments during the week prior to Jan. 2, 2014.
The following police-related items were pulled from area Patches. An arrest is merely an accusation, not a determination of guilt.
The following information was supplied by the Batavia Police Department. Where arrests or charges are mentioned, it does not indicate a conviction.
DUI Roundup information was supplied by area police departments during the week prior to Dec. 27, 2013. Where arrests or charges are mentioned, it does not indicate a conviction.
An odd, quirky crime report from the area.
An Elgin mom, her daughter and two women from Yorkville and Aurora are cited after “large rugby-like scrum” erupts on Cedar Street.
Criminal Damage to Property Roundup: Also, about $500 damage to "keyed" car on Third Street.
A roundup of fraud, identity theft and possibly a practical joke, courtesy of the Batavia police blotter.
The Geneva resident, who did not want to be identified, expresses gratitude that Geneva police officers watched over her house for the last few days.
Missing adult found, lost property returned and a lost dog has a chance to find a home.
Tyrell Sumling punched the victim in the abdomen, rupturing her spleen, which later had to be removed. The victim remained hospitalized for a week as she recovered from her injuries.
Michael Isaacson, 26, apparently unfastens his GPS monitoring bracelet and is charged with violating his bail bond.
A second report of a baby Jesus being removed from a holiday Nativity is reported to Batavia police.
"The good news is that our lives in law enforcement are getting simpler," a Kane County assistant state's attorney says.
An iPhone is sold over the Internet and a broken one is returned, a business owner says an employee is stealing and a package is taken from a porch.
DUI Roundup information was supplied by area police departments during the week prior to Dec. 21, 2013. Where arrests or charges are mentioned, it does not indicate a conviction.
The following information was supplied by the Geneva Police Department. Where arrests or charges are mentioned, it does not indicate a conviction.
A collection of odd, quirky and sometimes just plain weird crime reports from around the area.
Martrell Harris pleads guilty to second-degree murder and agrees to an 11-year prison sentence.
Court documents unsealed Thursday in Texas indicate Jeffrey Farrey told his father that Jackson Farrey choked to death.
Police Advisory: Some area roadways have become slippery due to freezing rain, particularly hills and bridges. Use caution.
One section of the water tower is spay painted with green paint, and another with yellow paint.
Vehicle Burglaries: Spare change and a pack of cigarettes add to the list of stolen items.
City Administrator Mark Koenen announces the selection of Steven Huffman as interim police chief as Chief Jim Lamkin’s retirement nears.
“I just went berserk. I don’t like to stop until somebody goes to the hospital or somebody goes to the graveyard,” Arthur Manning tells police.
The following information was supplied by Geneva and Batavia police departments. Where arrests or charges are mentioned, it does not indicate a conviction.
Batavia Police Blotter: Both leave when woman says she's calling 911.
A burglary and possible burglary attempt at local businesses keep Batavia police busy this holiday season.
From Dec. 20 through Jan. 5 of the New Year, North Aurora Police officers will be out in force as part of the statewide “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” crackdown on drunken drivers.
Following these crime prevention measures will help reduce your risk of becoming a victim of crime.
The subject who shot the gun tells police and he and the victim were at their residence, when he accidentally discharged the gun and shot the victim.
Residents concerned about plowing on a particular street can contact the Public Works Department directly through the city's online request tracker.