Hundreds of Firearms, Ammunition Seized from Spring Grove Home: Sheriff
Search Warrant Leads to Significant Discovery
On October 15, the McHenry County Sheriff’s Office received a tip about a person in illegal possession of firearms in unincorporated Spring Grove. As a result, authorities obtained a search warrant for a property located in the 9900 block of North Clark Road. During the search, investigators found a large collection of firearms, ammunition, and body armor.
Significant Findings
The search revealed:
- 191 completed firearms
- 198 partial firearms
- Suppressors
- A ballistic vest and helmet
- Tens of thousands of rounds of ammunition
Arrest and Charges
The suspect, 66-year-old Jerome Ruckdeschel, a convicted felon, was arrested and taken to the McHenry County Jail, where he currently remains. On November 7, a grand jury indicted Ruckdeschel on 11 counts, including:
- 4 counts of possession of firearms while possessing body armor by a felon (Class X)
- 1 count of possession of firearm ammunition while possessing body armor by a felon (Class X)
- 1 count of possession of a machine gun by a felon (Class X)
- 3 counts of possession of firearms by a felon (Class 3)
- 1 count of possession of ammunition by a felon (Class 3)
- 1 count of unlawful use of weapons for possessing a silencer (Class 3)
Ongoing Investigation
The investigation is ongoing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What prompted the search warrant?
A: A tip about a person in illegal possession of firearms in unincorporated Spring Grove.
Q: What was found during the search?
A: 191 completed firearms, 198 partial firearms, suppressors, a ballistic vest and helmet, and tens of thousands of rounds of ammunition.
Q: Who was arrested?
A: Jerome Ruckdeschel, a 66-year-old convicted felon.
Q: What are the charges against Ruckdeschel?
A: 11 counts, including possession of firearms and ammunition by a felon, possession of a machine gun by a felon, and unlawful use of weapons for possessing a silencer.
