Plainfield IL Police Department

• Dec 12

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  Plainfield, Illinois – On Sunday, November 23rd, 2025, at approximately 4:16 p.m., members of the Plainfield Police Department, along with several surrounding law enforcement agencies, responded to a report of a barricaded subject, later identified as Ryan D. Harter, who was in possession of a firearm in the 25400 block of West Springview Court in Plainfield, Illinois. After approximately four hours of negotiation, Harter was taken into protective custody and transported to a local hospital. During the investigation, detectives uncovered additional details that were unknown to members of the Plainfield Police Department on the day of the incident. Harter had been driving his vehicle, which was occupied by three juvenile family members, when he threatened one of the juveniles with a knife. A short time later, Harter lost control of his vehicle and struck a light pole. He then left the scene without contacting the Plainfield Police Department, as required by law, and walked to his residence. While at his residence, Harter obtained a firearm and stepped outside onto his porch, where he yelled and waved the firearm at an uninvolved individual. On Thursday, December 11th, 2025, at approximately 3:45 p.m., Plainfield detectives apprehended Harter. He was processed at the Plainfield Police Department and released from custody. Arrested: Name: Ryan D. Harter Age: 41 years of age Address: 25420 West Springview Court, Plainfield, Illinois 60586 Charges: Count I, Aggravated assault with a knife, 720 ILCS 5/12- 1(a) Count II, Aggravated assault with a firearm, 720 ILCS 5/12-1(a) Count III, Leaving the scene of a property damage motor vehicle crash, 625 ILCS 5/11-404 Count IV, Disorderly conduct, 720 ILCS 5/26-1(a)(1) and (b) Count V, Failure to reduce seed to avoid an accident, 625 ILCS 5/11-601(a) Anyone needing or having additional information pertaining to this investigation please contact Commander Anthony Novak at (815) 267-7234.

• Dec 11

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  Plainfield IL Police Department

  Plainfield, IL — The holiday season is a time for joy, connection and celebration. To help make sure those celebrations don’t end in tragedy, Plainfield Police is joining law enforcement agencies across Illinois in a major traffic safety effort. From Dec. 12 through Jan. 5, our officers will take part in the statewide “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over,” “Drive High. Get a DUI.” and “Click It or Ticket” campaigns. These enforcement efforts are supported by the Illinois Department of Transportation’s statewide outreach media program, “It’s Not a Game,” which reminds motorists that driving is serious business. “This season let’s make safety our shared priority,” said Sgt. Dino Dabezic “If you plan to drink or use impairing substances, plan for a sober ride home and always wear your seat belt. Driving impaired isn’t just dangerous; it’s unacceptable. We’ll be out in full force, and no excuses will be accepted.” Plainfield Police urge everyone to take the following steps to prevent impaired driving and reduce the severity of crashes: • Plan: Designate a sober driver, use public transportation or arrange for a ride-sharing service. • Check local options: Utilize your community’s sober ride programs. • Be a hero: Stop a friend from driving impaired by taking their keys and helping them get home safely. • Buckle up: It’s your best defense against impaired drivers and one of the simplest ways to save a life. • Slow down and stay focused: Obey the speed limit and avoid distractions such as texting, scrolling or gaming while driving. This campaign is made possible through federal highway safety funds administered by IDOT and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and is part of Illinois’ “It’s Not a Game” statewide media outreach program.