Police Blotter: Vehicle Collides with Fire Hydrant

Weekly police reports from the Oswego Police Department; Nov. 8 - 14

Possession of cannabis Manuel Valdez, 20, of the 100 block of Heathgate, Montgomery, was arrested at 9:13 p.m. at Washington and Harrison and charged with the possession of cannabis less than 2.5 grams, said Oswego police. No valid driver’s license Kathleen K. Vilian, 54, of the 1200 block of Andrew Street was arrested at 10:45 p.m. at Route 71 and Liberty and charged with driving without a valid license, said Oswego police. Damage to property Police responded to a report of a damage accident that occurred at 7:46 a.m. at Douglas and Barnaby. A vehicle had swerved off the road a stuck a fire hydrant, causing $1,500 in damages. Domestic battery Ronald D. Coy, 60, of the 200 block of Ashley Court, was arrested at 9:14 a.m. at his residence …

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Man Charged with Aggravated Assault at Oswego Business

Carl R. Buggs brandished a screwdriver in a “threatening manner.”

Oswego police have concluded their investigation of an incident that occurred in September 2011. Carl R. Buggs, 34, of the 800 block of Gleason Ave., Aurora, has been charged with aggravated assault, a class-A misdemeanor, said Oswego police. The incident occurred in September 2011 when a male suspect entered an Oswego business in the 2500 block of Route 30 and attempted to steal alcohol. The suspect was stopped by employees and left the alcohol behind. Upon being escorted from the building, the suspect brandished a screwdriver in a “threatening manner” and then fled the area. A warrant has been issued for Buggs for $3,000 or 10 percent required to be posted. As of this time Buggs has not been taken into custody. Anyone with information …

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Traffic Safety Campaign Starts Today

Police will be on the lookout for seat belt and child restraint violations.

The Oswego Police Department has received a Sustained Traffic Enforcement Program grant from the Illinois Department of Transportation to coincide with the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday. Police will be on the lookout for seat belt and child restraint violations.  The enforcement will run from Monday, Nov. 12 through Monday, Nov. 26. Officers will be patrolling at various times throughout the period.  The department’s goal is to increase the safety of motorists traveling throughout the community. 

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Police Blotter: OEHS Student Charged with Theft

Weekly roundup of reports from the Oswego Police Department, Oct. 22-30.

No valid driver’s license, obstructing identification Abel Hernandez, 30, of the 400 block of Ohio, Aurora, was arrested at 12:12 a.m. at Wolf and Route 30 and charged with driving with  no valid driver’s license and obstructing identification, said Oswego police. No valid driver’s license Cristina Juarez, 31, of the 2200 block of Rebecca Circle, Montgomery, was arrested at 11:10 p.m. at Douglas and Weisbrook Drive and charged with driving with no valid driver’s license, said Oswego police.  Domestic battery Oswego police are investigating a reported domestic battery that occurred at 11:40 a.m. at Route 34 and Prairie Market. Domestic battery, possession of Cannabis Matthew J. Bradshaw, 29, of 700 Eagle Drive, Aurora, was arrested at 4:50 …

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Oswego Police Department Offers Basic Women's Self-Defense Class

Space is limited to first 16 participants.

The following is from a release provided by the Oswego Police Department: The Oswego Police Department will be offering a class on “Basic Women’s Self Defense and Awareness” on Saturday, November 17, 2012 in the downstairs training room at the Oswego Police Department at 3525 US Route 34.   The session will run from 11:00 AM until 2:00 PM with a maximum of 16 participants allowed. Those interested can pre-register by contacting Sergeant Chris Biggs at 630-551-7344 or email him atcbiggs@oswegopoliceil.org.   The pre-registration deadline is Wednesday November 14, 2012.  Participants need to provide their name, phone number and number of those wishing to attend.   Participants need to be at least 16 years old and will be required to sign a …

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Police Blotter: Many Counts of Theft, Two Involving Juveniles

A collection of reports from the Oswego Police Department; Oct. 17 - Oct. 22.

Hit and run Oswego Police responded to a report of a hit and run that occurred at 7:40 p.m. at Oswego Village Hall. Damages are estimated at more than $1,500. The incident is under investigation. Theft A male juvenile of the 100 block of Seneca Drive, Montgomery, was arrested at 1:30 p.m. at Route 34 and Mason Square Drive and charged with retail theft, said Oswego police. He stole under $200. Failure to appear warrant Mario A. Delgado, 24, of the 300 block of Center, Aurora, was arrested at 11:04 p.m. at Douglas and Long Beach and charged with a failure to appear warrant, said Oswego police. Possession of cannabis Joshua Harris, 18, of the 600 block of Belmont, was arrested at 4:30 p.m. at Ogden Falls Boulevard and Waterbury and charged …

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Oswego Police Blotter: Thefts from Unlocked Vehicles Continue

Weekly reports from the Oswego Police Department; Oct. 10 - Oct. 15.

Burglary to a motor vehicle In-state warrant Robert Minor, 48, of the 1200 block of Wilson Creek Circle, Aurora, was arrested at 2:45 p.m. at Route 30 and Douglas and charged with an in-state warrant, said Oswego police.  Domestic battery Glen J. Dieter, 45, of the 200 block of Main Street, was arrested at 12 p.m. in the 3000 block of Route 34 and charged with domestic battery from an incident that happened on Oct. 14, said Oswego police.  Disorderly conduct Abel Jr. Ramirez, 48, of the 1100 block of Austin Drive, Aurora, was arrested at 12:36 a.m. at Douglas and Route 34 and charged with disorderly conduct, said Oswego police. Retail theft Burglary to a motor vehicle Battery Oswego police responded to a report of battery that occurred on …

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Police Blotter: Drug Arrests, Two Dyson Vacuums Stolen

A weekly blotter of reports from the Oswego Police Department, Oct. 2 – Oct. 7.

Retail theft Possession of marijuana In state warrant Derrick N. Jenkins, 30, of the 2900 block of Worchester Lane, Aurora, was arrested at 2:45 a.m. at Route 34 and Fifth Street and charged with an in state warrant, said Oswego police. Burglary Domestic battery Deanna J. Hilton, 49, of the 200 block of Ashley Court, was arrested at 9:50 p.m. at her residence and charged with domestic battery, said Oswego police. No valid driver’s license Guillermina Holguin-Hernandez, 39, of the 600 block of Oak Street, Aurora, was arrested at 5:15 a.m. at Route 30 and Wolf Road and charged with driving with no valid driver’s license, said Oswego police. Retail theft Oswego police responded to a report of retail theft that occurred at an unknown time in …

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Oswego Police Department and Allied First Bank Announce Make Up Day for Free Shredding Services

The event will take place on October 27 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Editor's note: The following is taken from a press release issued by the Oswego Police Department. The Oswego Police Department is teaming up with Allied First Bank to offer free shedding in a way to guard against identity theft. How Identity Theft Occurs: While you cannot fully prevent identity theft, you can certainly minimize the possibility of becoming a victim.  By managing your personal information wisely, cautiously and with an awareness of the issue, you can help guard against identity theft.  To assist in thwarting an identity thief the Oswego Police Department is partnering up with Allied First Bank, who have contracted with Accurate Document Destruction Inc., to offer a shredding service free to the community. The first event in…

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Funds will go towards supporting the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics IIlinois.