Suspects arrested in connection with throwing debris on I-57
Two suspects have been arrested in connection with the throwing of debris which became deadly projectiles on vehicles from I-57 overpasses in Union and Pulaski counties.
No major injuries were reported as a result of the incidents.
Authorities announced the arrests of the suspects during a press conference Friday afternoon, Feb. 18, at Illinois State Police District 22 headquarters Ullin.
Capt. Harry Masse, commander of District 22, announced the arrests of Kenneth Merriman, 19, of Dongola, and a 16-year-old male juvenile from Pulaski.