Extra patrols mobilized in search for Andrew Obregon, "person of interest" in homicide
KENOSHA COUNTY -- Kenosha County Sheriff David Beth is upping the ante in the search for Andrew Obregon, a "person of interest" in a Kenosha County homicide. Monday, October 5th was the fourth day of the manhunt for Obregon.
Andrew Obregon
Sheriff Beth on Monday re-allocated several deputies, placed extra uniformed patrols in high visibility positions around the schools in Bristol, Paris and Brighton Townships, and increased the number of investigative personnel actively following the search for Obregon.
This, after a weekend crime spree was linked to Obregon.
Investigators say Obregon is a "person of interest" in the death of 37-year-old Tywon Anderson. Anderson was reported missing on September 19th. His body was found in a cornfield off Highway A on September 26th.
Anderson's cousin tells FOX6 News the family wants Obregon in custody so they can bury their loved one.
"Due to the investigation, they haven`t been able to release the body or tell us anything that happened to him, the cause of death," Tammy Anderson said.
Tywon Anderson
Tywon Anderson was a father of six. How he died remains a mystery.
Tammy Anderson says she wants to know what happened to her cousin -- and the Kenosha County Sheriff's Department believes Andrew Obregon m may have some answers.
"I'm hoping they find him -- because he is still out there," Anderson said. "Eventually he is going to run out of hiding places."
Anderson claims Obregon and Tywon Anderson were long-time acquaintances, and although officials say Obregon has a drug problem, Anderson says she's not aware of any sort of drug connection between Obregon and Tywon Anderson.
Tammy Anderson
Anderson says she suspects Obregon knows something in this case.
"Guilty. He has been on the run for so long, eventually justice is going to come," Anderson said.
Investigators with the Kenosha County Sheriff’s Department say two crimes which happened overnight from Saturday, October 3rd into Sunday, October 4th are the latest crimes linked to 32-year-old Obregon.
Country Side Market Kenosha County
Officials say Kenosha County Sheriff’s deputies responded to a “smash and grab” type burglary at the Country Side Market gas station and convenience store located at County Highway C and US 45 in Kenosha County.
A short time later, an armed robbery took place at the Speedway gas station and convenience store along State Highway 50 and Interstate 94.
Kenosha County Sheriff’s deputies became involved in a vehicle pursuit with Obregon as he fled the area of the second scene. He was operating a stolen gold-colored Ford SUV. This vehicle eventually crashed.
A short time later, an area resident reported that a new white colored Ford Transit cargo van had been stolen from a property near the area where the SUV crashed. This van had permanent (unknown) Illinois plates attached and large (4’ x 2’) green-colored lettering down the side reading “Sports Interiors.”
Obregon is now believed to be in possession of this full-sized, cargo-style van:
Cargo-style van believed stolen by Andrew Obregon
On Friday, October 2nd, officials say Obregon stole a black 1988 Ford Mustang and led officials on a high-speed chase.
At some point, officials say he ditched the Ford vehicle.
Obregon's mother was arrested for obstructing the investigation and aiding a felon on Friday.
Search for Andrew Obregon Friday, October 2nd in Kenosha County
On Monday, a formal mutual aid request was made by the Kenosha County Sheriff’s Department to the Racine County Sheriff’s Department and the City of Kenosha Police Department regarding assistance with additional resources and personnel in this case.
Sheriff Beth has also indicated this case is a top priority -- and he is using every available resource to the Kenosha County Sheriff’s Department to bring this situation to a peaceful resolution.
Obregon is believed to possibly be operating that stolen white Ford Transit cargo van. Officials say he may be clean-shaven and may have altered his appearance.
Anyone with information about Obregon’s current whereabouts is urged to call the Kenosha Sheriff’s Department at 262-605-5100. Those wishing to remain anonymous may call the Kenosha Area Crime Stoppers at 262-656-7333 or toll-free at 800-807-8477.
Information leading to arrest and conviction may result in a reward up to $1,000.
Meanwhile, a GoFundMe.com account has been set up to raise money for funeral arrangements for Tywon Anderson. CLICK HERE to learn more, or to make a donation.