Teen arrested after tossing handgun during police chase in Rockford

Teen arrested after tossing handgun during police chase in Rockford
Teen arrested after tossing handgun during police chase in Rockford
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — A Rockford teenager was arrested after police say he tossed a handgun while running from police.

Officers were called to the 2900 block of Sitka Lane for a motorbike complaint around 2:45 p.m., Sunday.

When officers arrived, they were told the drivers had taken off, but one witness said they saw one of the drivers toss something as they were running through their backyard.

A Rockford Police K-9 led officers to a loaded handgun.

The 17-year-old male suspect was found nearby and arrested after a brief foot chase.

The teen is charged with possession of a firearm, aggravated possession of a weapon, and resisting arrest.

He was released to a parent.


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