Pre-Trial Release Denied for Chicago Man Charged with Possession with Intent to Deliver Illegal Narcotics/Cannabis

DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert Berlin and Naperville Chief of Police Jason Arres announced that Judge Louis Aranda granted the State’s motion to detain pre-trial a Chicago man accused of possession with intent to deliver methamphetamine/cocaine and nearly 1,000 grams of cannabis. Brock Okennard, 45 (d.o.b. 5/30/1980) of the 200 block of W. 106th Place, appeared at First Appearance Court last weekend morning charged with one count of Possession of Methamphetamine (Class X Felony), one count of Possession with Intent to Deliver Methamphetamine (Class X Felony), two counts of Possession of a Controlled Substance - Cocaine (one Class X Felony and one Class 1 Felony), one count of Manufacture/Delivery of Cannabis (Class 2 Felony), one count of Possession of Cannabis (Class 3 Felony) and three counts of Resisting a Police Officer Causing Injury (Class 4 Felony).

On Nov. 8, 2025, the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration contacted the Naperville Police Department advising that a suspect in a narcotics investigation involving trafficking methamphetamine from California to Illinois, later identified as Okennard, would be exiting an Amtrak train in Naperville. At approximately 1:26 p.m., Naperville police officers arrived at the train depot located at 105 4th Avenue, where they allegedly observed Okennard, who has two outstanding arrest warrants, walking away from the depot. It is alleged that when officers attempted to speak with Okennard, he turned and walked away at which time one of the officers told him there were outstanding warrants for his arrest and that he was under arrest. It is alleged that Okennard then attempted to run away at which time one of the officers grabbed him by his arm and backpack he was wearing. Following a brief scuffle, during which Okennard ignored three officers’ commands to stop resisting, Okennard was handcuffed and taken into custody. All three officers sustained minor injuries and were transported to a local hospital for medical attention and released. Okennard was also transported to the hospital for medical attention and was released. When searching his backpack, officers allegedly found approximately 153.6 grams of a pink powdery substance that later tested positive for methamphetamine and cocaine and approximately 993.7 grams of cannabis. Following an investigation into the matter, it is alleged that Okennard boarded a train in California with the illegal narcotics and travelled to Illinois.

“For the second time in a week my office has filed felony charges against an individual allegedly bringing drugs from California to DuPage County,” Berlin said. “Drug dealers don’t recognize borders between states, counties and our communities. They move from one town to another spreading addiction, pain and misery. That is why working with our state and federal partners is so important. By working together, we can hold those who market in misery accountable. Once again, I commend the Naperville Police Department for their work on this case and for their unwavering commitment to public safety as well as the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration for their partnership in keeping our communities safe. I also thank Assistant State’s Attorneys Eric Vincent and Michael Paup for their efforts in securing charges against Mr. Okennard.”

“Whether through our own investigations or in response to requests for assistance from partner agencies, the Naperville Police Department remains steadfast in its commitment to keeping dangerous drugs out of our community,” Arres said. “After being notified by the Drug Enforcement Administration, our officers responded to the train station to take Mr. Okennard into custody on his outstanding warrants. When he resisted arrest, our officers put their own safety on the line to protect our community, an act of courage that resulted in three officers requiring medical treatment at a local hospital. I commend each of them for their professionalism and dedication. Their actions send a clear message that our department will not tolerate anyone attempting to bring these harmful substances into our city. I want to thank DuPage County State’s Attorney Bob Berlin and his office for their work in securing significant charges against Mr. Okennard.”

Okennard’s next court appearance is scheduled for Dec. 8, 2025, in front of Judge Brian Telander.

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.

Brock Okennard 

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