Overview

• Alyah R. Collins, 23, of Hazel Crest, was arrested Sept. 1 on a misdemeanor battery charge for allegedly pushing the park district manager into the pool.
• Police said the charge was filed July 15 and the arrest was announced on Sept. 3, with a court appearance set for Oct. 6.
• Officers responded July 5 to a crowd of roughly 200 to 300 teens and young adults at Sunset Pool, leading the park district to close the facility early.
• Authorities reported ordinance violations that included entering without paying, marijuana use, alcohol consumption, and illegal fireworks.
• A teen previously was charged with misdemeanor fireworks and obstructing an officer, and the park district has undertaken security reviews to prevent similar incidents.