Arrestee: RODGERS, Timothy J, 22 YOA, 1000 block of Lincoln Hwy, DeKalb

Charges: Armed Robbery (Class X Felony), Armed Violence (Class X Felony)

At approximately 3:24 a.m., on Saturday, April 25, 2026, Oswego Police were dispatched to the 200 block of Concord Drive South for a report of shots fired. During the investigation, officers learned that a driver involved in a crash in Aurora reported being robbed at gunpoint in Oswego by individuals in the other vehicle.

The victim reported he was sitting in his car outside his home when he was approached by the suspect who displayed a firearm and robbed him. The victim then retrieved a firearm from his residence and chased after the suspect. The victim reported that the suspect pointed a gun at him and the victim fired multiple shots at the suspect. The suspect fled in their vehicle.

The victim returned to his vehicle and followed the suspect vehicle northbound on Orchard Road until both vehicles crashed near Orchard Road and Highway I-88. Two individuals fled from the suspect vehicle. One was located by Kane County Sheriff’s Deputies and turned over to the Oswego Police Department. The second individual has not yet been located.

Oswego Police received approval from the Kendall County State’s Attorney’s Office to charge Timothy J. RODGERS, of DeKalb, with armed robbery and armed violence, both Class X Felonies. Rodgers was transported to the Kendall County Jail to await a pre-trial hearing on Monday, April 27, 2026. Additional charges may be forthcoming.

The investigation remains ongoing as officers continue efforts to locate the second suspect. Police are encouraging anyone with information to call 630-551-7300.  Alternatively, information may be provided to Kendall Crime Stoppers at 630-553-5999. Callers remain anonymous and tips leading to arrests are eligible for a cash reward of up to $1000.00.

The Oswego Police Department would like to thank the Kane County Sheriff’s Office, DeKalb Police Department, and Aurora Police Department for their assistance.

This press release is a summary of the facts known at this time. As this incident is still being investigated, the information contained in the news release is subject to change. Additional details will be released as they become available.

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Any charges are merely an accusation and the defendant(s) are presumed innocent until proven guilty