ILLINOIS — Two residents of Illinois are facing felony drug and resisting arrest charges after leading police on an early morning pursuit through Hammond, Indiana, ending with their arrest and a drug recovery at the scene.
The chase began around 1:24 a.m. on June 20, 2025, when Hammond Police attempted to stop a silver Honda Civic. The car matched the description of a vehicle involved in a felony fleeing case from Forest Park, Illinois, but the driver refused to stop, prompting a pursuit across the city.
Vehicle Stopped With Tire Deflation Tactics
The pursuit continued until officers deployed stop sticks near 165th Street and Calumet Avenue, successfully deflating the vehicle’s tires. Police then boxed in the Honda near the westbound ramp to I-80/94, bringing the chase to a close.
The driver, identified as Lluvia Marisol Luna, 23, of Des Plaines, and the passenger, Jeffery Scott Morgan, 39, of Chicago, were both taken into custody without further incident.
Search Uncovers Meth, Marijuana Gummies, and More
Police searched the vehicle and discovered:
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Two pills that tested positive for methamphetamine
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A bag labeled as marijuana gummies
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Six separate bags of marijuana flower totaling more than 45 grams
According to Region News Source, both suspects are being held in the Lake County Jail pending further court proceedings.
Formal Charges Filed in Lake County
The Lake County Prosecutor’s Office filed the following charges on June 20, 2025:
Lluvia Marisol Luna:
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Possession of Methamphetamine under 5 grams – Level 6 Felony
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Resisting Law Enforcement using a vehicle – Level 6 Felony
Jeffery Scott Morgan:
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Possession of Methamphetamine under 5 grams – Level 6 Felony
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Possession of Marijuana – Class B Misdemeanor
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