Suspect Arrested after 72-year-old Woman Carjacked in Morton Grove

Arrest Made in Connection with Aggravated Vehicular Hijacking

A suspect was arrested for allegedly carjacking a 72-year-old woman on Friday in north suburban Morton Grove, authorities said.

Details of the Incident

According to police, at around 11:43 a.m., officers responded to the 6900 block of Dempster Street for an aggravated vehicular hijacking. Officers arrived on the scene and determined an offender used force to remove a victim’s keys from her pocket, pushed her to the ground and stole her 2009 Toyota Yaris, police said. The victim, a 72-year-old Chicago woman, had minor injuries to her head and arms.

Pursuit and Arrest

Approximately 15 minutes later, police found the vehicle and tried to pull it over near Dempster and Waukegan roads. The vehicle was eventually located in the 9000 block of Waukegan Road, and Sergio Diaz-Siso, 30, was taken into custody without incident, police said.

Charges Filed

Diaz-Siso was charged with aggravated vehicular hijacking, aggravated battery, as well as aggravated fleeing and eluding.

Conclusion

The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of community policing and the dedication of law enforcement to keeping our communities safe.

FAQs

* Who was arrested in connection with the carjacking? Sergio Diaz-Siso, 30
* What was the victim’s age? 72
* What was the make and model of the stolen vehicle? 2009 Toyota Yaris
* What charges was Diaz-Siso facing? Aggravated vehicular hijacking, aggravated battery, as well as aggravated fleeing and eluding