WHEATON, Ill. - Thousands of demonstrators flooded Chicago-area streets Saturday for "No Kings" protests rebuking President Donald Trump’s administration — and prosecutors say three suburban men had planned to blend in by pretending to be law enforcement.
What we know:
DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert Berlin and Elmhurst Police Chief Michael McLean announced charges Monday against Jonathan Capp, 22, of Wheaton; Andrew Knight, 24, of Darien; and Cole Sarros, 26, of Woodridge.
They appeared in court this morning and each face a felony and misdemeanor:
Conspiring to impersonate a peace officer — Class 4 Felony
Unlawful possession of ammunition without a FOID card — Misdemeanor
The backstory:
According to prosecutors, around 3:20 p.m. Saturday, the men agreed to "dress like peace