Girl's Encounter With Driver In Parking Lot Alarms Parents: New Lenox Police

A mother was concerned when the driver of a truck with out-of-state plates yelled at her daughter Monday evening, police said.

Wilmington Man, 40, Made Threats Against NL American Legion Post, Charged With DUI: New Lenox Police

When stopped, the man got out of the car and tried to elude police on foot, according to police reports.

Woman Loses $1,500 In Kitten Sale Scam: New Lenox Police Reports

The woman asked on social media if anyone was selling a particular breed of kitten.

New Lenox Woman Loses Nearly $3,000 To Scammer Posing As Bank Rep: Police Reports

The caller initially contacted the woman to warn her of attempts to withdraw money from her account, according to police reports.

Homer Glen Man, 43, Spat And Threw Drink At Police: New Lenox Police

Eric Terrell, 43, was arrested Aug. 19 outside the New Lenox Public Library for the encounter with police earlier this month.

3 Army Reserve Vehicles Traveling In Convoy Crash On I-355: State Police

The incidents happened Monday morning on southbound I-355, south of 159th Street.

Man, 22, Spat in Face Of Silver Cross Hospital Security Guard, Charged With Battery: New Lenox PD

The guard had been trying to steer the man back to his room when he tried to leave without authorization, according to police reports.

Bystander Chased, Tackled Driver Who Fled After Fatally Hitting New Lenox Native: Prosecutors

Miroslaw Ciszek was charged in the crash that killed Sarah Milcarek. He appeared in court and was released on electronic monitoring.

Homer Glen Man, 43, Tells Police He 'Won't Comply' With Arrest, Tries To Walk Away, Arrested Anyway: NLPD

The incident happened outside the New Lenox Public Library on Aug. 6, according to New Lenox police reports.

New Lenox ReUnion Bar & Grill Hit In Another Smash-and-Grab: NLPD

The restaurant was hit by burglars with sledgehammers in the early morning hours of Aug. 6.

K9's Search Turns Up Illegal Gun, Chicago Heights Man Charged After Fleeing Traffic Stop: New Lenox PD

The man was stopped Aug. 1 at Marley and Francis roads, according to New Lenox police reports.

Man, 44, Caught Trying To Meet With 15-Year-Old Girl For Sex: New Lenox Police

Police said the man tried to meet the girl at Walmart but instead got into a confrontation with a group that made a fake teen profile.

Manteno Man, 62, 'Touched And Rubbed' Buttocks Of Silver Cross Nurse: New Lenox Police

The incident took place Friday afternoon at the New Lenox hospital, according to reports.

Man Steals $3,000 In Merchandise From Lowe's Over Multiple Visits: New Lenox PD

The Country Club Hills man was arrested after he had just stolen from the Bolingbrook location, while police were at the New Lenox one.

New Lenox Man, 23, Caught Prowling, Trespassing Into Cars: NLPD

The man was seen on security cameras trying door handles on cars in the early morning hours Tuesday, according to police reports.

Suspects Flee, Abandon Vehicle After New Lenox Gaming Cafe Burglary: Police

Zin Club was targeted in the early morning hours Friday. Several suspects are still at large after fleeing on foot.

Pizza Hut Manager Steals $8,000 From Store Over Several Months: New Lenox PD

The Joliet man reportedly admitted to pocketing the New Lenox pizza spot's daily deposits, according to police reports.

Fireworks Set Off Inside Porta-Potties In New Lenox: Police

The explosive incidents happened just before 2:30 a.m. July 7.

Will Co. Sheriff Ramps Up Speed Enforcement Patrols In July

Expect to see more patrols for speeding. Get caught speeding July 7–August 1, expect a ticket, Will County Sheriff's Office says.

Cash Box Stolen Out Of Gaming Machines At New Lenox Bar Tossed On Road As Car Fled Police: New Lenox PD

The box was believed to have been taken from machines at Comise's Bar & Grill in the early morning hours July 2.

New Lenox Woman, 47, ID'd As Person Killed When Tree Fell On Camper Trailer: Coroner

She was the sole occupant of the trailer when the tree fell on it July 4, officials said.

Sheriff Warns Of Thieves Posing As Door-to-Door Contractors

The scammers claim to offer "today only" deals on landscaping, driveway sealing, roof repairs or other services.

New Lenox Couple's Personal Check Intercepted, Rewritten For $12,000: NLPD

The couple had sent personal checks to settle debts. One of the checks didn't reach its destination, according to police.

2 New Lenox Businesses Hit Minutes Apart In Smash-And-Grabs Targeting Gaming Machines: NLPD

Both incidents happened in the early morning hours, employees told police.

Frankfort Man, 28, Secretly Filmed Woman, Child In Bathroom At New Lenox Church: PD

A woman found the cell phone while she was in the bathroom and reported it. The man tried to take the phone from her after she found it.

Will Co. Sheriff Ramps Up DUI, Seat Belt Enforcement Patrols For July 4 Stretch

The campaign runs June 19 through July 6.

Walgreens Employee Stole Hundreds Of Xanax Pills From Store To Sell Them Herself: NLPD

More than $1,000 in pills were stolen, according to New Lenox police reports.

Man, 38, Spat In Gas Station Employee's Face After Told To Leave: New Lenox PD

Robert Skoglund was charged with battery in New Lenox May 24, hours after being released from Will County Jail on other charges.

Man, 28, ID'd As 1 Killed In I-80 Wrong-Way Crash With Semi: Coroner

The crash happened on I-80 West near Briggs Street Monday.

Box Truck Struck By Metra Train After Driver Went Around Gate, Tried To Turn Around On Tracks: Metra

The incident happened Wednesday around 10 p.m. at the crossing at Gougar Road and Route 30 in New Lenox, Metra said.

Semi Tips, Spews Jars Of Mayonnaise Onto Gougar Road: New Lenox PD

The spill closed a portion of Gougar Road for nearly 12 hours Tuesday, police said.

Boy, 5, Reported As Missing Was Found Safe Inside New Lenox Home: PD

A 911 caller told dispatch the boy was missing, but later found him inside the home before police arrived.

Traffic Stop Leads To Drug Charges For 2 Joliet Women: NLPD

The women were passengers in a car that was pulled over for expired registration, according to police reports.

New Lenox Police K9 Presence Is Only A Drill, No Threat To Public: NLPD

New Lenox residents might notice increased police presence and K9 officers deployed in various places this week. It's a training exercise.

New Lenox Resident Loses $1,000 To TikTok Scammer: NLPD

The incident was reported April 24, police said.

Pope's Brother's Home Targeted In Bomb Threat: New Lenox PD

Police Wednesday did not initially disclose the homeowner's identity, but confirmed on Thursday.

Bomb Threat Made Against New Lenox Residence: NLPD

Residents in the area of the home on Sojourn Road were asked to evacuate as a bomb squad investigated.

Report Of Suspicious Van Chasing Girl Unfounded: What New Lenox Police Say Really Happened

A scanner report about a man in a van pursuing a young girl sparked concern in New Lenox Tuesday.

New Lenox Hog Wild Hit In Smash-And-Grab, Gaming Machines Targeted: NLPD

The burglary happened in the early morning hours April 2.

New Lenox Man Forged Woman's Signature, Stole $57K Of Pension Funds: NLPD

The man was arrested Thursday while driving near his home. He also had an illegal gun and drugs in his car, police said.