Crime & Safety
18-Year-Old Called Tinley Park Police Asking For Ride, Lied About Fire
According to police, the man called the station multiple times and asked for a ride. He also falsely stated his house was on fire last month
TINLEY PARK, IL — An 18-year-old man is accused of calling Tinley Park police officers and asking for a ride, according to police documents.
Matthew Cummings is facing charges of disorderly conduct and fraud after police said he "repeatedly" called the station asking for a ride and also stated his home was on fire.
Police said Cummings' home was not on fire during the March 24 call.
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