By Trend News Line 2024-07-03 11:31:38.
**Accused Burbank Man Faces Charges for False Emergency Calls**
A Burbank man, Michael J. O’Conner, 26, has found himself in hot water after being charged with six felony counts of disorderly conduct following a months-long investigation. The Palos Park police launched an extensive probe after the Palos Fire Protection District reported receiving multiple false fire tones on March 18.
**Investigation Unveils Deceptive Calls**
The fire tones, which are specific sequences used to trigger emergency alerts to fire companies, were activated at the Palos Fire Protection District. However, when officials contacted Orland Fire Central Dispatch, they discovered that there were no actual calls for service. The Orland Fire Protection District confirmed that their system was functioning properly, leading to suspicions of foul play.
**Suspicious Vehicle identified**
During the investigation, law enforcement identified a vehicle in the vicinity of the Palos fire stations at the time the false calls were made. As a precaution, the fire protection district was put on high alert for any suspicious vehicles or individuals near their facilities. The following evening, police responded to another false fire tone at Palos Fire Protection District Station #1 and apprehended O’Conner at the scene.
**Evidence Uncovered**
Upon taking O’Conner into custody, officers discovered portable radio equipment in his vehicle, which was seized as evidence. O’Conner voluntarily went to the station for questioning, during which his mobile phone was confiscated. Through collaborative efforts with other law enforcement agencies, investigators managed to find video evidence of the incidents on O’Conner’s seized phone.
**Legal Ramifications**
O’Conner surrendered to authorities on July 1, and the Cook County State’s Attorney approved the filing of six felony counts of disorderly conduct in relation to the Palos prank calls. Additionally, O’Conner is facing pending cases in other communities and has been summoned to appear at both the Bridgeview and Maywood courthouses.
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