Driver Accused of Hitting Mailboxes Charged with DUI: Blotter

FRIDAY, MAY 10

DUI Charge For Palos Hills Man

Donald A. Durkovic, 38, of the first block of Cour Montreal, Palos Hills, was charged with driving under the influence, DUI with a blood-alcohol level greater than 0.08, driving with a suspended license, driving without insurance and speeding, according to a report. Police stopped Durkovic at about 12:29 a.m. in the 12100 block of South Harlem Avenue for allegedly speeding.

Police said Durkovic showed signs that he had been drinking, according to the report. He was arrested after taking field sobriety tests.

Bail was set at $3,000. Durkovic is due on June 26 in Bridgeview court.

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Driver Allegedly Struck Mailboxes Before Charged With DUI

Jacalyn Harvey-Jaconetty, 52, of the 7400 block of Choctaw Road, Palos Heights, was charged with driving under the influence, leaving the scene of a crash and improper parking on the roadway, according to a report. Police responded at a about 9:20 a.m. to reports of a driver hitting several mailboxes.

Witnesses stopped the vehicle in the 12800 block of South Winnebago Road, according to the report. The driver, Harvey-Jaconetty, appeared lethargic and had a strong odor of alcohol coming from her. She was taken to the hospital for treatment.

Bail was set at $1,500. Harvey-Jaconetty is due on June 26 in Bridgeview court.

THURSDAY, MAY 9

DUI Charge For Chicago Man

Lamont W. Pierce, 39, of the 7700 block of Hoyne Avenue, Chicago, was charged with driving under the influence, DUI with a blood-alcohol level greater than 0.08, illegal transportation of alcohol and improper lane use, according to a report.

Pierce was stopped at about 2:01 a.m. in the 13500 block of South Harlem Avenue for improper lane use, according to a report. He was arrested after performing field sobriety test.

Bail was set at $3,000. He is due on June 26 in Bridgeview court.

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