Two arrested in Racine County after stealing scrap metal to allegedly pay for son's Birthday party

Two people are under arrest and facing charges after stealing scrap metal from Racine Metal-Fab in the Town of Yorkville.

The incident happened shortly before 4 p.m. on July 8th.

According to a criminal complaint, police spotted the truck with no rear plate and scrap metal in the back of the trunk at Highway 11 and 56th Road.  The suspect's vehicle was speeding and crossed over the center line. Police and state trooper squads activated their emergency lights. The suspects eventually slowed down and pulled over to the right shoulder of the interstate.

The female driver and male passenger were taken into custody.

While in the rear seat of the squad, the female driver told police that they were taking the scrap metal to sell to get some extra money for their 7-year-old son's birthday party that was supposed to be later in the day. She also stated that she had never been in trouble and thought it would be an easy way to get extra money.

The male passenger is now facing charges of Battery and Disorderly Conduct. 

The female driver is facing charges of 2nd Degree Recklessly Endangering Safety and Theft-Moveable Property.