Crime & Safety
Police Blotter: Battery, Identity Theft and Retail Theft Arrests
The Vernon Hills Police Department reports arrests from Oct. 22-28.
These incidents were among the official reports of the Vernon Hills Police Department. Readers are reminded that an arrest does not constitute a finding of guilt. Only a court of law can make that decision.
Battery
Alfonso Soriano-Bernardo, 31, of 204 Longfellow Trail, Mundelein, was charged with battery Oct. 28 at Real Urban Barbecue, 1260 S. Milwaukee Ave. Police said he admitted to striking a co-worker. He was released on a notice to appear in court Nov. 14.
Identity Theft
Kristin E. Cortez, 36, of 1751 Queensbury Circle, Hoffman Estates, was charged with identity theft Oct. 24 on the 600 block of Ontario Street. Police said she used the victim's information to make purchases. She was also cited for credit card fraud. She was remanded on $10,000 bond pending a Nov. 6 court date.
Retail Theft
Christina H. Alexander, 45, of 2329 Highmoor Road, Highland Park, was charged with retail theft Oct. 22 at Kohl's, 235 N. Milwaukee Ave. Police said she left the store without paying for just under $616 worth of clothing and electronics. She was released on a $1,500 recognizance bond pending a Nov. 18 court date.
For questions or concerns about this report, email editor Korrina Grom at korrina.grom@patch.com.
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