Skokie car theft: 3 arrested, 1 suspect at large; high school briefly locked down
SKOKIE, Ill. - Three people were taken into custody after an armed group stole a car near Westfield Old Orchard Mall in Skokie on Thursday, police said.
A fourth suspect remains at large following a police search that temporarily placed a nearby high school on lockdown.
What we know:
Around 3:30 p.m., Skokie police responded to reports of a stolen blue 2019 Kia sedan in the 4900 block of Old Orchard Center.
When officers arrived, they found the vehicle and saw four people flee on foot. Three of the suspects were apprehended, one of whom was reportedly carrying two firearms.
The fourth suspect managed to escape.
As a precaution, Niles North High School was placed on a soft lockdown while officers, assisted by neighboring police agencies and a K-9 unit, searched the area.
After an extensive search, authorities determined the suspect was no longer in the vicinity.
What's next:
The Skokie Police Department continues to investigate and is asking for the public’s help.
Anyone with information is encouraged to call the department at 847-982-5900 or submit anonymous tips via the 24-hour Skokie Crime Tip Hotline at 847-933-TIPS.
The Source: The information in this article was provided by the Skokie Police Department.