Joliet reaches $87,000 settlement in excessive force…
Originally reported by Shaw Local — 2026-01-30
The city of Joliet settled a lawsuit for $87,000 with Jason Heath, who claimed he was falsely arrested and subjected to excessive force by two police officers, including the son of the deputy city manager. The settlement does not admit liability but acknowledges the incident.
Key Facts
- Joliet Police Officer Jennifer Gruber
- Will County Judge Vincent Cornelius found Jason Heath not guilty of aggravated battery against Gruber and obstruction charges
- Heath’s lawsuit claimed false arrest, false imprisonment, malicious prosecution, excessive force, and battery by the officers
- The settlement does not admit liability or illegal conduct on behalf of Joliet Police Department
Incident Details
| Location | Joliet, Illinois |
| Department | Joliet Police Department |
| Officers Involved | [“Jennifer Gruber”, “Jack Desiderio”] |
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Joliet reaches $87,000 settlement in excessive force, false arrest lawsuit — Shaw Local
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