Cop denies attacking Waukegan police chief

A North Chicago police officer charged with attacking Waukegan Police Chief Artis Yancey pleaded not guilty Thursday in Lake County Circuit Court.

Carl Sain, 45, faces up to five years in prison if convicted of aggravated battery, but would also be eligible for probation.

Assistant State's Attorney Reginald Matthews said Sain went to visit his estranged wife at her Waukegan residence June 17. Sain rang the doorbell several times, then kicked in the door when he was not admitted, Matthews said.

Yancey, who was appointed chief in Waukegan in March, was inside the residence at the time, and police said he was attacked by Sain. Yancey suffered several bone fractures in his face and had surgery to repair the damage.

Circuit Judge Fred Foreman told Sain he was to have no contact with his wife except through their respective divorce attorneys.

Sain, who was placed on administrative leave immediately following his arrest, is due back in court Aug. 14.