Teen Charged in Carjacking of Woman with 2 Young Children in East Garfield Park
Teenager Arrested and Charged with Multiple Felonies
A 17-year-old boy was charged Tuesday with multiple felonies in the carjacking of a woman with two young children in East Garfield Park on the West Side.
Charges Filed
The boy, whose name wasn’t released because he is a minor, was charged with felony counts of vehicular hijacking, driving a stolen vehicle, and fleeing police over 21 mph. He was also charged with misdemeanors for child endangerment and identification obstruction, and cited for causing damage to a state highway.
Incident Details
A 26-year-old woman was sitting in a vehicle with two boys, 1 and 6, in the 2700 block of West Lexington Street about 4:20 a.m. on Monday when she was approached by two males who implied they had a weapon. The woman and 1-year-old were forced out of the vehicle, and, after a short distance, the 6-year-old boy was also forced outside.
Aftermath
After crashing on the Eisenhower Expressway, one person was arrested, officials said.
Court Proceedings
Court details for the boy were not immediately available.
Conclusion
The carjacking of a woman with two young children in East Garfield Park is a disturbing incident that highlights the need for increased vigilance and community involvement in addressing crime. The suspect’s charges are a step in the right direction, and we hope that justice will be served.
FAQs
* When did the incident occur?
+ The incident occurred on Monday at approximately 4:20 a.m.
* How old was the suspect?
+ The suspect is 17 years old.
* What were the charges filed against the suspect?
+ The suspect was charged with felony counts of vehicular hijacking, driving a stolen vehicle, and fleeing police over 21 mph, as well as misdemeanors for child endangerment and identification obstruction, and cited for causing damage to a state highway.
