Seventeen men were cited last week for lewd conduct in Will County forest preserves, authorities said.
Forest preserve police Lt. Tracy Chapman said undercover officers were approached by suspects and propositioned for sexual activity Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday at Hammel Woods in Shorewood, the Keepataw Preserve in Lemont and Veterans Woods in Romeoville.
Chapman said the enforcement efforts are not designed to target anyone, but to ensure public locations remain safe.
“We want everyone to feel comfortable in all of the preserves and facilities,” Chapman said.
Two men also were charged with public indecency, one was charged with misdemeanor battery, and one was charged with possession of drug paraphernalia.
Chapman said other enforcement details will continue throughout the year.