Rockford, Illinois — A traffic stop near Auburn Street and Central Avenue led to multiple gun charges after a suspect allegedly ran from officers Wednesday evening.
According to the Rockford Police Department, members of the SCOPE unit (Specialized Community-Oriented Police Enforcement) attempted a traffic stop around 7:05 p.m. Wednesday, March 11, near the intersection of Auburn Street and Central Avenue.
Police said one of the occupants exited the vehicle and ran from officers. The individual was later identified as Demond Skinner, 22, of Rockford, who was taken into custody a short distance away.
During the stop, officers recovered a loaded handgun equipped with an extended magazine, according to police.
Following a review of the case, the Winnebago County State’s Attorney’s Office authorized multiple charges against Skinner.
Skinner is allegedly charged with:
- Felony Resisting Arrest
- Aggravated Unlawful Possession of a Weapon (two counts)
- Unlawful Use of a Weapon by a Felon
- Possession of a High-Capacity Magazine
- No Valid FOID card
Authorities said Skinner was lodged in the Winnebago County Jail following the arrest.
Police noted that charges are allegations, and Skinner is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.
Investigators said the case remains under review, and additional charges or arrests could be possible as the investigation continues.
For many commuters and students traveling through central Rockford, Auburn Street and Central Avenue are heavily used corridors during evening hours.
Anyone with information about this or other incidents is asked to contact the Rockford Police Department at 815-966-2900 or submit an anonymous tip through Rockford Area Crime Stoppers.
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