Man Drags Dog Behind Truck, Faces Cruelty Charge: Cops | Illinois PatchPM

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Man Who Dragged Dog Behind Truck Charged With Animal Cruelty: Sheriff

Police said the dog, which belongs to a relative of the driver, was bleeding heavily after being dragged by the truck.>>Read More.

IL Cop Shared His License Plate Reader Login, DEA Agent Used It In Immigration Searches

Despite the illegal searches, the officer kept his job, and remains "one of our greatest officers," a deputy chief told Patch.>>Read More.

Driver Who Fled Crash, Ran From Cops Found 'Soaking Wet And Muddy': Police

Police said the man fled on foot after the crash, but the chase was stopped due to heavy rain. Later, he showed up, soaking wet and muddy, at a medical office.>>Read More.

Missing Man Last Seen July 15, Police Seeking Info: Sheriff

Though he was last seen July 15 after being released from a hospital, he was not reported missing until Aug. 5, police said. He does not have a vehicle, cell phone, bank accounts, credit/debit cards or social media accounts, according to officials.>>Read More.

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