Learn about holiday traffic safety efforts in Park Forest, resulting in 113 citations and two DUI arrests during the campaign.
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Park Forest Police Blotter Reports Beginning November 19, 2025
These reports begin November 19 when police arrested a Calumet City man on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol.
“Are You Pulling Me Over?” Man Asks After Officer Pulls Him Over: Police
Read about a recent DUI incident in Park Forest where the driver questioned, ‘Are you pulling me over?’ after being stopped.
Man Allegedly Struck Woman with a Bat: Police Reports
A Park Forest man allegedly struck a woman with a bat after he reportedly could not find what he claimed was his expensive cologne.
Park Forest Police Department Announces First Degree Murder Charge in May 2025 Homicide
Chicago Heights man charged in the May 2025 homicide case of Kevin M. Miller Jr. Learn more about the details.
Det. Timothy Michael Jones Memorial Service and Celebration of Life Details
Pay tribute to the impactful life of Detective Timothy Michael Jones. Find visitation and celebration details in our latest post.
Chicago Man Says “Right Here” When Officer Asks if He Knew Where He Was, Charges Him with DUI: Police
A Chicago man suspected of DUI claimed he was “at right here” when asked if he knew where he was. Read the full story.
At Almost Four Times the Legal Limit of Alcohol, Lansing Woman Fell to Ground During Sobriety Tests, Police Said
A Lansing woman fell during sobriety tests and provided a breath sample nearly four times the legal limit.
Judge Orders Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia be Released from ICE Custody ‘Immediately’
Federal judge orders the immediate release of Abrego Garcia from ICE custody. Learn about the extraordinary legal decision.
Park Forest Police Issue 67 Citations in Thanksgiving Traffic Safety Crackdown
Learn how the Park Forest Police Department handled Thanksgiving Traffic with increased citations and a commitment to safety.
