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Man Charged in Knifepoint Robbery at Illinois Senate President Don Harmon’s Oak Park Office

Harmon says the incident does not appear political, emphasizing staff safety following a swift police response.

Overview

  • Scott Loeffler, 35, was arrested in the 1700 block of North Narragansett Avenue in Chicago, about a mile from the office, according to court records.
  • He was charged with armed robbery after allegedly displaying a knife and taking an iPhone from a staffer.
  • The staffer was physically unharmed, and a spokesman said Harmon was in a different room and did not see the suspect.
  • A court appearance at the Leighton Criminal Courthouse was scheduled for Sunday, court records show.
  • Reporters seeking additional details had not received further comment from Oak Park police as of Sunday.