Crime & Safety

UPDATED: Police Searching for Man with Rifle on George Dunne Bike Path

Oak Forest Police, Cook County Sheriff's Officers looking for man seen on bike path carrying a rifle.

UPDATED, 5:56 p.m.

Authorities have not located the man said to be carrying a rifle in a backpack, spotted along the bike path at George Dunne Golf Course Wednesday morning. Oak Forest Police have turned the matter over to Cook County Sheriff's officers. The man was last seen on foot near 159th and Central Avenue.

The caller reported a white male, in a grey hat, grey sweatpants and black coat, spotted around 11:20 a.m. Cook County Sheriff's officers and Oak Forest Police have searched the vicinity but have not found anyone matching the description.

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Oak Forest Police Chief Greg Anderson said units are still looking in the area, but the call has been cleared. Anyone who sees someone matching the description is encouraged to call 9-1-1.


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