DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert Berlin and Oak Brook Chief of Police Brian Strockis announced today, Thursday, January 15, 2026 that Judge Joshua Dieden has granted the State’s motion to detain pre-trial a DeKalb convicted felon charged with unlawfully possessing two firearms and unlawful possession of a stolen motor vehicle. Michael Addison, age 39, of the 900 block of W. Hillcrest Drive, appeared in First Appearance Court this morning charged with …
one count of Unlawful Possession of a Firearm by a Repeat Felony Offender (Class X Felony),
two counts of Aggravated Unlawful Possession of a Weapon (Class 2 Felony),
one count of Burglary (Class 2 Felony),
one count of Possession of a Stolen Motor Vehicle (Class 2 Felony),
one count of Retail Theft (Class 3 Felony), and
one count of Aggravated Unlawful Possession of a Weapon – No FOID (Class 4 Felony).
At the time of his arrest, Addison had an outstanding arrest warrant out of DuPage County for Unlawful Possession of a Stolen Motor Vehicle and was also on electronic monitoring out of McHenry County for a pending Burglary and Retail Theft case.
On January 14, 2026, at approximately 7:45 p.m., The Crest Hill Police Department received a call regarding a black 2023 Ford Maverick, pick-up truck that was allegedly stolen from a gas station. Authorities tracked the vehicle to a Target store, located at 7601 Kingery Highway, Willowbrook. At approximately 8:12 p.m., officers with the Willowbrook Police Department observed an individual, later identified as Michael Addison, running out of the store, carrying two garbage cans. Addison allegedly put the garbage cans in the Ford, entered the truck, and fled the scene, striking a parked vehicle on the way out. Michael Addison travelled northbound on Route 83 to the eastbound exit for I-88, where he was successfully spike-stripped by Oak Brook police officers. Addison continued driving to I-294 southbound, where he crashed at the York Road exit. Addison then fled the truck on foot but was taken into custody following a brief foot pursuit. Following an investigation, it is alleged that while at the Target, Addison selected two garbage cans and placed approximately $2,642 dollars’ worth of merchandise in the garbage cans, including pharmaceuticals and personal care items, and then left the store without paying for the merchandise. Officers also found in plain view on the passenger floorboard of the Ford Maverick two firearms, one unloaded Smith & Wesson .38mm and one loaded Canik 9mm.
“It is alleged that last night, Michael Addison, a man on electronic monitoring with multiple felony convictions including armed habitual criminal and burglary, repeatedly thumbed his nose at the law when he stole a man’s vehicle, burglarized a Target store, fled from police and was in possession of two firearms. This type of complete disregard for public safety and the criminal justice system will not be tolerated in DuPage County. By law, as a convicted felon Mr. Addison has lost his right to legally possess a firearm. The apprehension of the defendant in this case is a shining example of law enforcement agencies working together to keep our residents and businesses safe. I commend the Oak Brook Police Department for their outstanding efforts on this case that led to the safe apprehension of the defendant and the removal of two firearms from our communities. I thank our partners at the Crest Hill and Willowbrook Police Departments for their assistance as well. I also thank Assistant State’s Attorneys Sean Kinsella and Jennifer Nielsen for their efforts in preparing a strong case against Mr. Addison.”
— DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert B. Berlin
“This incident is yet another example of a heavily armed, habitual offender fleeing from police in a stolen vehicle under the false belief that he can outrun effective police communication and tactics. As I have stated before, individuals who possess illegal firearms and operate stolen vehicles do so with dangerous intent—these incidents are far more serious than mere ‘property crimes.’ I commend our officers for developing and executing an excellent plan that led to the safe apprehension of this offender, utilizing their training and equipment. When law enforcement is properly trained, equipped, and empowered to do their jobs, communities are safer. DuPage County is unquestionably safer with this alleged offender off the streets. Finally, I would like to thank State’s Attorney Bob Berlin and his team for their assistance and guidance throughout this case.”
— Oak Brook Chief of Police Brian Strockis
Addison’s next court appearance is scheduled for February 2, 2026, in front of Judge Mia McPherson.
Members of the public are reminded that this complaint contains only charges and is not proof of the defendant’s guilt. A defendant is presumed innocent and is entitled to a fair trial in which it is the government’s burden to prove his or her guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.
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