06/01/2026
Early-Morning Pursuit Leads to Arrest and Recovery of Stolen Vehicle & Firearm
Early this morning, Pleasant Prairie officers attempted to stop a vehicle that had fled from a neighboring jurisdiction and was reported stolen out of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. A pursuit was initiated but later terminated as the suspect vehicle continued into Illinois and drove in a reckless manner, creating an unnecessary danger to the public.
A short time later, the vehicle re-entered Pleasant Prairie. Officers quickly coordinated their response and successfully brought the vehicle to a stop. Both occupants surrendered without incident.
The driver, a 26-year-old Kenosha man, was taken into custody and faces multiple felony and misdemeanor charges, including Fleeing/Eluding an Officer, Operating a Motor Vehicle Without the Owner's Consent, Theft of a Firearm, Second-Degree Recklessly Endangering Safety, and Possession of Marijuana/THC.
While we frequently share information about vehicle pursuits on our page, our goal is not to highlight the pursuit itself, but rather our commitment to protecting the community and holding offenders accountable. Reckless driving puts everyone at risk, and reducing dangerous behavior on our roadways helps save lives.
You can do your part by obeying speed limits, staying focused behind the wheel, and driving responsibly.
