Two Lake County men were arrested on gun charges after an undercover investigation, according to local and federal law enforcement officials.
Najzierian K. Myers, 25, of the 1400 block of Hervey Avenue, North Chicago, was charged with gun running and unlawful sale of a firearm as well as other charges. Blake Everett, 26, of the 4300 block of McLure Avenue, Gurnee, was charged with unlawful purchase of a firearm.
The Lake County Sheriff’s Office said it began an investigation in August after learning that Myers may be involved in gunrunning. Undercover officers purchased four guns from Myers.
Sheriff’s detectives also learned that Myers had multiple outstanding warrants and may have been planning other crimes.
Police said Myers enlisted Everett to unlawfully purchase a firearm on his behalf.
Everett arrived at a Gurnee location Monday to transfer possession of the gun, but was taken into custody. At the same time, SWAT officers approached Myers, who was in a car in a parking lot in the 6100 block of Grand Avenue. As officers approached, Myers allegedly rammed into a police car in an attempt to flee.
However, he was unsuccessful in driving off and then tried to run away on foot before he was caught. After he was arrested, Myers had a medical incident and lost consciousness and was brought to a hospital for treatment, police said.
Police said they recovered a handgun during the operation and drugs.
“I’m proud of the outstanding collaboration and professionalism shown by our Special Investigations Group and the ATF – Chicago Field Division in bringing this operation to a successful resolution,” Sheriff John Idleburg said. “SIG works diligently to keep our community safer by arresting violent people and removing illegally possessed weapons from our streets.”
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Round Lake Police announced that the department has received a grant that will fund increased traffic enforcement activities over the next year.
The Sustained Traffic Enforcement Program will help the village enhance police efforts to reduce crashes and save lives. The grant comes from the Illinois Department of Transportation and federal sources.
The program targets speeders, impaired motorists, and people who do not comply with safety belt laws.
“The priority is to help ensure the safety of everyone who uses Round Lake roadways and to hold those who break the law accountable,” the department said in a social media post.
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For the fifth consecutive year, Mundelein Police are supporting the fight against breast cancer through the pink patch program.
Officers are given the opportunity in October to wear a special uniform patch designed to raise awareness against breast cancer. Members of the public can help by purchasing replica collectable patches that are smaller-sized versions of the patch.
Patches can be purchased for $10 at the Mundelein Police Departments Records Department located in the lower-level lobby, 221 North Lake Street, Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For those unable to purchase in person, please send an email of interest to mpd@mundelein.org.
