Three Dixon residents are facing multiple charges after a late Sunday incident at the Nelson Township Building. Authorities say Bryan Kettley, 26, and Codi Despain, 20, allegedly cut wires to a fuel tank and stole diesel fuel, subsequently causing both a pickup truck and an ATV to break down when fueled incorrectly.
Their attempted escape was thwarted by vehicle troubles, leading to their arrest for criminal damage, theft of government property, and misdemeanor theft. Separately, London Thomas, 22, was charged with obstructing justice for attempting to conceal the abandoned ATV. All three were processed and released per the Illinois SAFE-T Act.
All charges are merely an allegation, and the defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty.