McHenry County Blog

From the Huntley Police Department with the caveat, “All individuals listed as arrested or charged with a crime in this press release are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.”

• November 5, 2012 Patrick L. Scales, age 42, of 146 Sunflower Ln., Bartlet, IL was arrested for driving while license suspended and operation of an uninsured motor vehicle. Mr. Scales posted bond and was released with a McHenry County court date of December 14, 2012.
• November 5, 2012 A burglary to motor vehicle report was taken in a parking lot the 13300 block of Village Green Dr. A handicap sticker was stolen from an unlocked vehicle.
• November 5, 2012 Vincent M. Valenziano, age 21, of 11624 E. Main St. #3a, Huntley, IL was arrested on an outstanding McHenry County warrant for failure to appear in court on a DUI Charge. Mr. Valenziano posted bond and was released with a McHenry County court date of December 13, 2012.
• November 6, 2012 Brandon R. Brockmeyer, age 29, of 11807 Woodcreek #E, Huntley, IL was arrested on two counts of unlawful consumption of an intoxicating compound. Mr. Brockmeyer was transported to Kane County jail to await bond.
• November 6, 2012 A retail theft report was taken at a business in the 12300 block of Rt. 47. A video recorder was stolen.
• November 6, 2012 A burglary from motor vehicle report was taken in a parking lot in the 10400 block of Algonquin Rd. The passenger side window of the vehicle was shattered and a purse was stolen.
• November 6, 2012 Katherine Z. Chonko, age 46, of 2889 Talaga Dr., Algonquin, IL was arrested on an outstanding Kane County warrant for failure to appear in court on a criminal trespass to land charge. Ms. Chonko posted bond and was released with a Kane County court date of November 28, 2012.
• November 7, 2012 A 14 year old male from Huntley was arrested for retail theft, possession of cannabis, and possession of drug paraphernalia. The juvenile was released to his father and will attend peer jury.
• November 8, 2012 Bradon R. Brockmeyer, age 29, of 45W525 Allan, Hampshire, IL was arrested for criminal trespass to land and inhaling an intoxicating compound. Mr. Brockmeyer posted bond and was released with a Kane County court date of December 14, 2012.
• November 9, 2012 Two criminal damage to property reports were taken at Wiess Park, 9901 Bennington Dr. A restroom and an electric meter were damaged.
• November 9, 2012 A burglary to motor vehicle report was taken in a parking lot in the 10400 block of Algonquin Rd. The passenger side widow was shattered and a purse was stolen.

A press release from the Huntley Police Department:

Bomb Threat Arrest

On November 3, 2012 at approximately 1:56 pm the Huntley Police Department responded to a bomb threat report at the Huntley High School, located at 13719 Harmony Road, Huntley.

A caller had made threats to a cellular service provider and stated that he had a bomb in his back pack at the Huntley High School.

The caller had given the cellular service provider a description of himself and his vehicle.

Huntley Police Officers responded to the Huntley High School and found a vehicle matching the description, parked isolated in the southeast section of the school’s parking lot.

As officers approached the vehicle, the occupant exited the vehicle.

Officers spoke with the occupant, who later admitted to make the threats and was taken into custody.

Occupants of the school were evacuated and residents adjacent to the parked vehicle were asked to leave their homes.

The school property was sealed off until an investigation could be completed to determine if there was a legitimate threat. The Kane County Sheriff’s Office Bomb Unit was contacted and responded to the scene.

The vehicle and other areas of the school property were examined and later found to be safe.

The vehicle and the bag were removed from the property. At approximately 8:53 pm the investigation was concluded and the school property was reopened.

Effected residents were then allowed to return to their homes.

Charged with Disorderly Conduct – Class 3 Felony was:

Derek M. Habbley, age 25, of 10215 Ridge Lane, Union, IL

Mr. Habbley has been transported to the McHenry County Jail to await a bond hearing.

All individuals listed as arrested or charged with a crime in this press release are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

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A bit more information here.

See post arrest press release from the Huntley Police Department here

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From the Huntley Police Department:

At 9:30, the following message arrived:

The Huntley Police Department has concluded its investigation at the Huntley High School. The area has been found to be safe.

The Huntley Police Department has concluded its investigation of a suspicious package and vehicle at the Huntley High School with the assistance of the Kane County Explosives Unit.

The vehicle and packages have been removed from the property.

Normal activities on the property and surrounding area may now continue.

Alert: Police activity at Huntley High School. Avoid area.

The Huntley Police Department is currently investigating a suspicious package in the parking lot of the Huntley High School in conjunction with the Kane County Explosives Unit.

School activities have been cancelled for the evening. Please avoid this area for the next several hours.

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Huntley residents have told me this police action started about 2:30.

A bus driver was not allowed to drop off students at the back of the school, where their cars were parked. The teens were driven to their homes.

I have been told by unofficial sources that a suspect has been arrested.

A press release from the Huntley Police Department:

Huntley Police Department is looking for suspicious van approaching juveniles

The Huntley Police Department received a report of a white van approaching a juvenile in the area of Northbridge subdivision on Wednesday October 17 at approximately 3:00 pm.

If you have any information on this incident please contact the Huntley Police Department.

If you run across a similar situation at anytime, please call 911 immediately and provide as much detailed information as possible.

During the first decade of the Twenty-First Century, the Village of Huntley worked its pension funding level for policemen from nothing to 45%.

45% one should note is the same funding percentage as the State of Illinois pension funds have.

Huntley taxpayers are on the hook for the $4.2 million in unfunded liability.

A message from the Huntley Police Department:

Huntley Police Department reports an increase in Deer related accidents on Rt 47. Please be cautious and alert while driving on Rt 47

The Huntley Police Department is reminding motorist to be more alert and cautious while driving on Rt 47 as there has been an increase in Deer related crashes in the first two weeks of November.

The department has handled 4 Deer related crashes on Rt 47 from November 6th to November 9th.

There has been a total of 9 Deer related crashes in the Huntley area so far in November.

It occurred to me last week that it was time to ask what had happened that investigation by the Huntley Police Department of Grafton Township Supervisor Linda Moore.

“The investigation of Linda Moore is closed.”

That was the word from John Perkins when I asked.

Double-checking with McHenry County State’s Attorney Lou Bianchi, here is the response I received,

“Our office worked with the Huntley police department and concluded our inquiry at the same time they closed their file.

A criminal investigation of Township Supervisor Linda Moore was discussed at a March 2010 Grafton Township Meeting.

There are several billings by then-Township Attorney Keri-Lyn Krafthefer of Ancel Glink during April, 2010, while the Trustees were actively trying to usurp the Supervisor’s authority. Both the Huntley Police Department and the McHenry County State’s Attorney are mentioned as being contacted in the invoice.

An idea I first heard in the fall of 2007 from Democratic Party candidate for County Coroner David Bachmann is taking over big time under the DEA’s leadership. I first noticed the DEA program in New Jersey in September, 2010..

Here is a press release detailing which McHeny County Police Departments will have boxes for pharmaceuticals you no longer need:

Medication Take-Back Event
Saturday, April 30 – 10:00 am to 2:00 pm

McHenry County Department of Health (MCDH) encourages residents to take advantage of the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency’s (DEA) program “National Take-Back Initiative” on Saturday, April 30. The one-day event is from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm, at participating law enforcement sites. A joint collaborative of public health and law enforcement departments, this initiative will provide a safe way for the public to dispose of their expired, unused and unwanted medication at no cost.

Residents can bring prescription and over-the-counter, solid dose (tablets, capsules) medications in clear, sealed plastic bags for disposal. Items not accepted include liquids, intravenous (IV) bags/solutions, injectables, needles, lancets and sharps.

Prescription labels should be removed (or personal information blocked out with a permanent marker) from plastic bottles before tossing into weekly curbside recycling containers. Participating drop-off sites include:

• Algonquin Police Dept., 2200 Harnish Drive-Algonquin
• Crystal Lake Police Department, 100 W Woodstock St-Crystal Lake
• Harvard Police Department, 201 W. Front St.-Harvard
• Huntley Police Department, 10911 Main Street-Huntley
• Johnsburg Police Department, 3611 N. Chapel Hill Road-Johnsburg
• Lakewood Police Department, 2500 Lake Ave.-Lakewood
• Spring Grove Police Department, 7401 Meyer Road-Spring Grove
• Woodstock Police Department, 656 Lake Ave-Woodstock

According to the DEA, rates of prescription drug abuse in the U.S. are increasing at an alarming rate, as are accidental poisonings and overdoses due to these drugs.

Many Americans toss their unused medicines into the toilet or throw them in the trash – both potential safety and health hazards. U.S. Geological Survey studies have found traces of prescription drugs in water samples from 30 states which have been linked to ecological harm to fish and freshwater supplies.

To find collection sites near you, visit the DEA’s web page. Check often as new sites will be added daily.Additional information is available from your participating local law enforcement agency, on the MCDH webpage www.mcdh.info (Environmental Health) or by calling Kristy Hecke, MCDH’s Solid Waste Manager at 815-334-4585.

A press release from the Huntley Police Department:

Huntley Police Investigate Illegal Fireworks and Explosives

The Huntley Police Department is investigating a case involving illegal fireworks being manufactured in a residence located in the Georgian Place Subdivision.

 

The Huntley Police Department obtained information about a 14 year juvenile who was posting videos of himself on the internet creating explosive devices similar to M-80s and other dangerous fireworks.

During the process of the investigation, the Huntley Police Department with the assistance of the Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms (ATF) and the Kane County Bomb Squad went to the residence located at 10701 Golden Gate Dr. to investigate further. Officers arrived at the residence at approximately 1:00 pm.

At the residence officers located several substances and materials that are consistent with creating dangerous explosive devices. All the substances and materials were confiscated and removed from the residence.

At this time there is no immediate danger to the community or threat to public safety.

The Huntley Police Department is continuing the investigation at this point and as of this press release no charges have been filed. There is no further information available at this time.

A press release from McHenry County Sheriff Keith Nygren:

It’s Official: McHenry County Sheriff’s Office Receives CALEA Accreditation

Sheriff Keith Nygren is pleased to announce that the McHenry County Sheriff’s Office has received Advanced Law Enforcement Accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA). The Sheriff’s Office received their accreditation on Saturday, March 26, 2011, at the CALEA conference in Bethesda, MD.

In order to be considered for accreditation the McHenry County Sheriff’s Office had to demonstrate compliance with 464 individual standards.

Those standards ensure that an agency is operating according to a best practices model established by CALEA. CALEA’s stated goals for accreditation are to:

• Strengthen Crime Prevention and Control Capabilities
• Improve Service Delivery
• Solidify interagency cooperation and coordination; and
• Increase community and staff confidence in the agency

The McHenry County Sheriff’s Office is one of three Sheriff’s Offices, in Illinois, accredited by CALEA.

It is also the third McHenry County agency who has received accreditation. The other two are McHenry PD and Huntley PD.

Sheriff Nygren wishes to thank the community for their support to the Sheriff’s Office throughout this process.

They can be assured that accreditation represents the ongoing commitment to maintaining an excellent relationship with the community we serve, and our commitment to providing the best possible service to the citizens of McHenry County.