Authorities in the southwest suburbs are asking for help from the public in the ongoing search for a man who injured an elderly person after attempting to use counterfeit currency at a business in July.<\/p>\n
According to police, a preliminary investigation indicated that a man entered the Best Buy in the 1400 block of Butterfield Road, in Downers Grove, on July 19. The man attempted to use counterfeit currency, but employees became suspicious and he fled when police were called to the scene.<\/p>\n
During the man’s escape, police said he pushed an elderly person to the ground, leaving them seriously injured.<\/p>\n
Throughout the ongoing search, officers said numerous leads have been exhausted and police are now asking for help from the public. Officers described the individual as a man who stands about 6 feet tall with a thin build and long dreadlocks. Officers said he also appeared to have tattoos on both hands.<\/p>\n
On Wednesday, authorities provided photos of the man wanted in connection with the incident. The photos show the individual’s face and body.<\/p>\n
Anyone with information on the incident is asked to contact Detective Dan Montanari at 630-434-5670 or dial 911.<\/p>\n
The police are urging anyone with information to come forward and help them identify the individual responsible for the incident. The investigation is ongoing, and the police are working to bring the perpetrator to justice.<\/p>\n
Q: What happened during the incident?
\nA: The man attempted to use counterfeit currency at a Best Buy in Downers Grove, and when police were called, he fled the scene, pushing an elderly person to the ground in the process.<\/p>\n
Q: What is the description of the man wanted in connection with the incident?
\nA: The man is described as being approximately 6 feet tall with a thin build and long dreadlocks. He also appears to have tattoos on both hands.<\/p>\n
Q: What should I do if I have information about the incident?
\nA: If you have any information, please contact Detective Dan Montanari at 630-434-5670 or dial 911.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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