Today, members of the Waukegan Police Department, along with family and friends, participated in the Illinois Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics! 💙 We then proudly carried the torch from Blanchard Rd. and Sheridan Rd. for 4.1 miles, where it was turned over to North Chicago Police Department at Sheridan Rd. and 10th St. #ThankYou to all those who participated making this event another huge success! #SpecialOlympicsIllinois #WaukeganPolice #IllinoisLawEnforcementTorchRun #Waukegan
The Waukegan Police Department Honor Guard had the privilege of attending the 2024 National Law Enforcement Officer's Memorial during National Police Week in Washington, DC. During this week, over 240 agencies from across the nation gathered to serve and honor the families of those officers who gave the ultimate sacrifice in service to the communities they have sworn to protect. Attending Honor Guard members: • Sgt. Jurek • Ofc. Luka • Ofc. Wolfe • Ofc. Byrd #WaukeganPolice #Waukegan #NLEOM #NationalPoliceWeek #WashingtonDC
Waukegan Police conclude supplementary enforcement efforts throughout the City of Waukegan. The Waukegan Police Department participated in the Sustained Traffic Enforcement Program conducting additional hours of enforcement in April 2024, mostly focusing on Saturday traffic safety. The results of the additional enforcement are as follows: 4 - Seatbelt Violations 1 - Child Safety Restraint Violation 99 - Speeding Violations 6 - Distracted Driving Violations 24 - Driver's License Status Violations 101 - Additional Violations 2 - Drug Arrests 2- Scott's Law Violations 1 - Warrant Served 1 - Pistol Seized 233 - Total Violations 180 - Traffic Stops This recent law enforcement campaign focused primarily on promoting traffic safety on the weekends and was made possible by federal highway safety funds administered by the Illinois Department of Transportation. #Waukegan #WaukeganPolice #AdditionalEnforcement #STEP
Waukegan Police conclude supplementary enforcement efforts throughout the City of Waukegan. The Waukegan Police Department participated in the Sustained Traffic Enforcement Program conducting additional hours of enforcement in April 2024 for Distracted Driving Awareness Month. The results of the additional enforcement are as follows: 9- Seatbelt Violations 5- Child Restraint Violations 33- Speeding Violations 247 - Distracted Driving Violations 45 - License Status Violations 161- Other Violations 1- Drug arrest 1- Scott's Law Violations 496 - Total Violations 436 - Traffic Stops The recent law enforcement campaign was made possible by federal highway safety funds administered by the Illinois Department of Transportation. #WaukeganPolice #Waukegan #DistractedDriving #DropItAndDrive
Below you will find links to the Waukegan Police Department crime blotter. Here you will find reported crime numbers and arrests. 🚨 Main page: https://www.waukeganil.gov/1018/Police-Blotter 🚨 2024 Page: https://www.waukeganil.gov/1027/_2024 🚨 Page for 4/22 report: https://www.waukeganil.gov/1064/042224---050524 The following incidents, crimes and arrests are from official police reports. Readers are reminded that these reports are the result of on view situations or as related to the officer by a complainant. All defendants are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law. #WaukeganPolice #WPDCrimeBlotter #Waukegan
Don’t forget, we’re still out here at Dunkin’ (21 s. Green Bay Rd) supporting the Illinois Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics. Come out and make a contribution to a great cause! #CopOnARooftop #Dunkin #waukeganPolice #waukegan #SOIL
Today is the day! ☕🍩 Stop by your local participating Dunkin' on Friday, May 17th from 5:00 AM to Noon, and help to support Special Olympics Illinois athletes throughout the state. You can find us at Dunkin' 21 S. Greenbay Rd to make your contribution! #Dunkin #WaukeganPolice #CopOnARooftop #Waukegan #SOIL
We are stepping up enforcement for the Memorial Day “Click It or Ticket” and "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over" campaign. The areas officers will focus on are as follows: North Ave. Butrick St. Lewis Ave. Belvidere Rd. Amstutz Expy. Dugdale Rd. McAree Rd. Jackson St. Sheridan Rd. Sunset Ave. The “Click It or Ticket” and "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over" campaign is administered by the Illinois Department of Transportation with federal highway safety funds. #WaukeganPolice #ClickItOrTicket #Waukegan #DriveSoberOrGetPulledOver
The Waukegan Police Department will be stepping up enforcement for the Memorial Day “Click It or Ticket” and "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over" campaign that will run May 17-27. Memorial Day weekend marks the unofficial start of summer, a popular time for traveling to visit family and friends. This can cause some congestion on highways and roadways. Always wear your seat belt and plan ahead! The “Click It or Ticket” and "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over" campaign is administered by the Illinois Department of Transportation with federal highway safety funds. #WaukeganPolice #ClickItOrTicket #Waukegan #DriveSoberOrGetPulledOver
Today marks the beginning of National Police Week! Each year during the week of May 15th, National Police Week recognizes law enforcement officers’ contributions throughout the nation. 💙 NATIONAL POLICE WEEK HISTORY: On October 1, 1961, Congress asked President John F. Kennedy to designate May 15th to honor peace officers. In 1962, President Kennedy declared Peace Officers Memorial Day to be observed on May 15th and recognized May 15th as National Police Week. In 1994, Bill Clinton made an amendment through Public Law 103-322 that directed the United States flag to be flown at half-staff on May 15th in honor of the day. 💙What can you do?💙 Turn on a blue light to support law enforcement Wear something blue all week Post a "thank you" on their social media Share a positive story about an officer you know Buy them a coffee or meal to say thank you #NationalPoliceWeek #WaukeganPolice #LawEnforcement #ThankYou #Waukegan
Northern Lights in Waukegan Check out the photos the N1 shift took of the Northern Lights! #WaukeganPolice #NorthernLights #Waukegan
With National Police Week beginning May 12th, 2024, the annual Lake County Police Memorial was held today in Lincoln Plaza, 18 N. County St. The service honored the ultimate sacrifice officers have made and recognized the loved ones left behind. We continually salute all the dedicated officers throughout the nation who serve and protect their communities everyday. Waukegan Police Chief Edgardo Navarro was privileged to be a guest speaker, and it was our esteemed pleasure to take part in this service along side our brothers and sisters throughout Lake County. #Waukegan #PoliceMemorial #WaukeganPolice
Congratulations to Officer Luevanos for being selected as Waukegan Police Department’s Employee of the Month for April 2024. In the nomination, Commander Garcia wrote, “Officer Luevano's has consistently shown her ability to assist the N2 shift and citizens of Waukegan in multiple ways. She has continuously shown her willingness to translate for other officers and citizens during calls for service. She has continued to keep positive attitude each day and has gone beyond her duties to assist in getting the best outcome for each call she goes to.” Commander Garcia went on to write, “I truly believe that her ability to speak to others in a professional manner helps create a better relationship between the police and the citizens of Waukegan. I believe that Officer Luevanos has become an example for officers during this shift and should be considered for April's Officer of the Month.” Officer Luevanos, thank you for your dedication and service to the City of Waukegan! #WaukeganPolice #ThankYou #Waukegan #OfficerOfTheMonth
Today we attended the graduation for our new Police Officer, Nickai Poyser from Illinois State Police Academy in Springfield, Illinois. He completed a 640 hour - Basic Training Course for Law Enforcement Officers that ran from January 2024 through May 2024. Officer Poyser will return to Waukegan where he will be assigned to the Patrol Division starting the Field Training Program. Congratulations on this significant achievement! #WaukeganPolice #Waukegan #Congratulations #LawEnforcement #ISP
The Waukegan Police Department will begin to conduct supplementary enforcement efforts through the Sustained Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) grant. The STEP program focuses on high-visibility enforcement and strategies aimed at saving lives and preventing injuries. The areas officers will focus on are as follows: Delany Rd Lewis Ave Greenbay Rd Sunset Ave Dugdale Rd Sheridan Rd Amstutz Expy This additional enforcement campaign is funded by federal traffic safety funds from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and is administered through the Illinois Department of Transportation. #WaukeganPolice #Waukegan #ExtraEnforcement #SlowDown #MoveOver
Today, the Waukegan Police Department held a swearing in and recognition ceremony in the City of Waukegan council chambers with friends, family and co-workers in attendance. The new Waukegan Patrol Officers include: Patrol Officer Kyle Handley Patrol Officer Hiram Santoyo Patrol Officer Alexandra Cardenaz The new Director of Communications is: Thomas Perfect The new Telecommunicator is: Amanda Neubauer We would like to congratulate each of them on this significant achievement and thank them for their service to our community! #WaukeganPolice #Congratulations #Waukegan #ThankYou
Officer, are you ready to make a change? The Waukegan Police Department is seeking officers for Lateral Transfers! Scan the QR code or click the link below for more information. Apply NOW!! https://www.waukeganil.gov/913/Lateral-Transfer-Applications #WaukeganPolice #LateralHires #Waukegan #ApplyNow
The Waukegan Police Department will begin to conduct additional enforcement efforts focusing on speeding, stop signs and Scott's Law violations throughout the City of Waukegan. Our mission is to make travel safer through directed, proactive patrols and to stop, cite and arrest those who choose to violate traffic laws. This additional enforcement campaign is funded by federal traffic safety funds from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and is administered through the Illinois Department of Transportation. #WaukeganPolice #SlowDown #Waukegan #MoveOver
Police Recognition Week in Waukegan - May 12 - May 18, 2024 On Monday, May 6, 2024, Waukegan Mayor Ann Taylor and the members of the City Council proclaimed May 12 through May 18, 2024 as Police Recognition Week in the City of Waukegan and encourage all residents to join the City in acknowledgement of the service, sacrifices, and efforts that the Waukegan Police Department makes to best serve the community. The City of Waukegan and the Waukegan Police Department invite elected officials, community leaders and members of the public to the Lake County Police Memorial Service that will honor all police officers who have fallen in the line of duty that will be held on Friday, May 10, at 12PM at Lincoln Plaza at 18 N. County St. in Downtown Waukegan, IL. The Proclamation was presented to Chief of Police Edgardo Navarro. #WaukeganPolice #Waukegan #PoliceRecognitionWeek #ThankYou
We are only 10 days away from the 21st Annual Dunkin' Cop on a Rooftop benefitting Special Olympics Illinois 🧡🍩 Stop by your local participating Dunkin' on Friday, May 17th from 5:00 AM to Noon, and help to support Special Olympics Illinois athletes throughout the state. You can find us at 21 S. Greenbay Rd Can’t wait to see you on 📅 May 17 for a day you DONUT want to miss! 🧡🍩 visit www.coponarooftop.com to find other locations! #WaukeganPolice #Waukegan #SOIL #Dunkin #CopOnARooftop
Below you will find links to the Waukegan Police Department crime blotter. Here you will find reported crime numbers and arrests. 🚨 Main page: https://www.waukeganil.gov/1018/Police-Blotter 🚨 2024 Page: https://www.waukeganil.gov/1027/_2024 🚨 Page for 4/8 report: https://www.waukeganil.gov/1061/040824---042124 The following incidents, crimes and arrests are from official police reports. Readers are reminded that these reports are the result of on view situations or as related to the officer by a complainant. All defendants are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law. #WaukeganPolice #WPDCrimeBlotter #Waukegan
Join us in congratulating Commander Francisco Lopez on his graduation today from the Northwestern University Center for Public Safety – School of Police Staff and Command! This intensive leadership and management education program helps prepare experienced law enforcement professionals for success in senior command positions. We are so proud of Commander Lopez’s remarkable achievement! #WaukeganPolice #Waukegan #StaffAndCommand #Northwestern #Congratulations
Waukegan Police conclude supplementary enforcement efforts throughout the City of Waukegan. The Waukegan Police Department participated in the Sustained Traffic Enforcement Program conducting additional hours of enforcement in April 2024. The results of the additional enforcement are as follows: 4 - Seatbelt Violations 1 - Child Safety Restraint Violation 99 - Speeding Violations 6 - Distracted Driving Violations 24 - Driver's License Status Violations 101 - Additional Violations 2 - Drug Arrests 2 - Scott's Law Violations 1 - Warrant Served 1 - Handgun Seized This recent law enforcement campaign focused primarily on promoting traffic safety on the weekends and was made possible by federal highway safety funds administered by the Illinois Department of Transportation. #WaukeganPolice #Waukegan #AdditionalEnforcement #STEP
We were victorious over the Waukegan Fire Department in the 20th Annual Juarez Cup Charity Basketball Game this past weekend! Detective Bulls came in hot with the game winning steal and buzzer beating shot! 🏀🔥 Thank you to everyone who showed up to support a great cause! All proceeds will benefit Special Recreation Services of Northern Lake County and the Waukegan Booster Club. See you next year! 🏆 #WaukeganPolice #Waukegan #WaukeganFire #JuarezCup
We couldn’t let the week end without giving a shout out to our very own Waukegan Police Animal Control for National Animal Control Officer Appreciation Week! From picking up strays and loose animals, to seeking justice in cases of abused, neglected and abandoned animals, they truly do it all. These hard working and dedicated ladies go above and beyond every single day for the animals and citizens in our community! Thank you Susan, Nicole and Amber! You are simply the best! #WaukeganPolice #NACOA #Waukegan #WaukeganAnimalControl #ThankYou
Congratulations to Officer Theis for being selected as Waukegan Police Department’s Employee of the Month for March 2024. In the nomination, Commander Garcia wrote, “During the month of March, there were numerous cases involving gun violence plaguing the streets of Waukegan, placing Waukegan citizens in danger and causing them to live in fear. While all officers on the N2 shift have worked hard to keep Waukegan safe, the officer that stood out well above the rest in the month of March was Ofc. Theis.” In March, Officer Theis conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle in which three firearms (2 Glock handguns and a 7.62 short-barrel rifle) were recovered. Officer Theis, thank you for your dedication and service to the City of Waukegan! #WaukeganPolice #ThankYou #Waukegan #OfficerOfTheMonth
Below you will find links to the Waukegan Police Department crime blotter. Here you will find reported crime numbers and arrests. 🚨 Main page: https://www.waukeganil.gov/1018/Police-Blotter 🚨 2024 Page: https://www.waukeganil.gov/1027/_2024 🚨 Page for 3/25 report: https://www.waukeganil.gov/1060/032524---040724 The following incidents, crimes and arrests are from official police reports. Readers are reminded that these reports are the result of on view situations or as related to the officer by a complainant. All defendants are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law. #WaukeganPolice #WPDCrimeBlotter #Waukegan
Waukegan Police conclude supplementary enforcement efforts throughout the City of Waukegan. The Waukegan Police Department participated in the Sustained Traffic Enforcement Program conducting additional hours of enforcement in March 2024. The results of the additional enforcement are as follows: - 1 Seatbelt Violation - 1 Child Safety Restraint Violation - 2 DUI Violations - 86 Speeding Violations - 2 Distracted Driving Violations - 17 Driver's License Violations - 87 Other Violations - 1 Felony Drug Arrest The recent law enforcement campaign was made possible by federal highway safety funds administered by the Illinois Department of Transportation. #WaukeganPolice #Waukegan #Enforcement #Traffic
Every year during the second week of April, we celebrate National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week. This week we honor and thank telecommunications personnel across the nation who serve communities, citizens, and public safety personnel 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. These men and women answer emergency calls, dispatch emergency professionals and equipment, and render life-saving assistance. To our AMAZING telecommunications personnel, THANK YOU for dedicating your lives to public safety. The citizens and employees of Waukegan thank you for going above and beyond, and we are forever grateful! #WaukeganPolice #NPSTW #Waukegan #ThankYou #Dispatcher
The Waukegan Police Department concludes the St. Patrick’s Day Campaign Enforcement. We recently participated in the Sustained Traffic Enforcement Program conducting additional hours of occupant protection enforcement in March. The results of the enforcement are as follows: - 44 Front Seatbelt Violations - 4 Rear Seatbelt Violations - 7 Child Safety Restraint Violations - 1 Distracted Driving Violation - 3 Driver’s License Status Violations - 32 Other Violations - 75 Vehicles Stopped The additional enforcement campaigns are made possible by federal traffic safety funds administered by the Illinois Department of Transportation’s Bureau of Safety Programs and Engineering. #WaukeganPolice #ClickItOrTicket #Waukegan #BuckleUp
The Waukegan Police Department concludes the St. Patrick’s Day Campaign Enforcement. We recently participated in the Sustained Traffic Enforcement Program conducting additional hours of impaired driving enforcement in March. The results of the enforcement are as follows: - 1 Rear Seatbelt Violation - 2 DUI – Alcohol - 10 Speeding Violations - 1 License Status Violation - 5 Other Violations - 18 Vehicles Stopped The additional enforcement campaigns are made possible by federal traffic safety funds administered by the Illinois Department of Transportation’s Bureau of Safety Programs and Engineering. #WaukeganPolice #DesignatedDriver #DriveSoberOrGetPulledOver #Waukegan #StPatricksDay
The Waukegan Police Department will begin to conduct supplementary enforcement efforts through the Sustained Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) grant. The STEP program focuses on high-visibility enforcement and strategies aimed at saving lives and preventing injuries. The areas officers will focus on are as follows: Delany Rd Lewis Ave Greenbay Rd Sunset Ave 10th St Dugdale Rd This additional enforcement campaign is funded by federal traffic safety funds from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and is administered through the Illinois Department of Transportation. #WaukeganPolice #Waukegan #SlowDown #DropItAndDrive
☕ REMINDER ☕ Join us for coffee and conversation at Starbucks, 3300 Grand Ave., today, from 1:00pm to 3:00pm. #WaukeganPolice #CoffeeWithACop #Starbucks #Waukegan
Below you will find links to the Waukegan Police Department crime blotter. Here you will find reported crime numbers and arrests. 🚨 Main page: https://www.waukeganil.gov/1018/Police-Blotter 🚨 2024 Page: https://www.waukeganil.gov/1027/_2024 🚨 Page for 3/11 report: https://www.waukeganil.gov/1044/031124---032424 The following incidents, crimes and arrests are from official police reports. Readers are reminded that these reports are the result of on view situations or as related to the officer by a complainant. All defendants are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law. #WaukeganPolice #WPDCrimeBlotter #Waukegan
The Waukegan Police Department will begin to conduct additional enforcement efforts focusing on the leading contributory causes of crashes. Our mission is to make travel safer through directed, proactive patrols and to stop, and those who choose to violate traffic laws. The STEP grant is funded by federal highway safety funds administered by the Illinois Department of Transportation. #WaukeganPolice #SlowDown #ClickItOrTicket #Waukegan #JustDrive
The Waukegan Police Department will begin to conduct additional enforcement efforts focusing on the leading contributory causes of crashes: speeding, impaired driving, electronic device use, failure to yield and disobeying traffic control signals, as well as occupant restraint violations throughout the City of Waukegan. Our mission is to make travel safer through directed, proactive patrols and to stop, cite and arrest those who choose to violate traffic laws. This additional enforcement campaign is funded by federal traffic safety funds from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and is administered through the Illinois Department of Transportation. #WaukeganPolice #SlowDown #ClickItOrTicket #Waukegan #DriveSoberOrGetPulledOVer
April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month and we will boost enforcement efforts, stopping anyone texting and driving. Cell phone use — specifically, texting, talking, and social media use — has become the most common distraction. Your safety is worth more than any notification. Don't let distractions steal your focus while driving. #WaukeganPolice #ItsNotAGame #Waukegan #PayAttentionOrPayUp #JustDrive
Distracted driving is one of the leading causes of motor vehicle crashes on our roads today. Throughout April, motorists can expect increased patrols looking for texting and driving and other traffic violations. Your attention is your most valuable asset while driving. Protect it by keeping distractions out of sight and out of mind. #WaukeganPolice #JustDrive #Waukegan #PayAttentionOrPayUp #ItsNotAGame
In recognition of Distracted Driving Awareness Month, the Waukegan Police Department is partnering with the Illinois Department of Transportation, the Illinois State Police, and more than 200 local law enforcement agencies to step up enforcement efforts across the state. Throughout April, motorists can expect increased patrols looking for texting and driving and other traffic violations. Between 2012 and 2021, approximately 32,000 lives were lost in crashes involving distracted drivers. Everyone has the potential for distracted driving crashes, but those between the ages of 16 and 24 are especially at risk. If you need to text, pull over to a safe location, or if you have a passenger, consider appointing a “designated texter.” Whatever the solution, don’t text and drive. In Illinois, using your phone in anything other than hands-free mode is dangerous and illegal. Pay attention or pay the price. The Illinois distracted driving campaign is funded with federal traffic safety funds administered by the Illinois Department of Transportation. #WaukeganPolice #ItsNotAGame #Waukegan #JustDrive #PayAttentionOrPayUp
Below you will find links to the Waukegan Police Department crime blotter. Here you will find reported crime numbers and arrests. 🚨 Main page: https://www.waukeganil.gov/1018/Police-Blotter 🚨 2024 Page: https://www.waukeganil.gov/1027/_2024 🚨 Page for 2/26 report: https://www.waukeganil.gov/1040/022624---031024 The following incidents, crimes and arrests are from official police reports. Readers are reminded that these reports are the result of on view situations or as related to the officer by a complainant. All defendants are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law. #WaukeganPolice #WPDCrimeBlotter #Waukegan
As we get closer to St. Patrick’s Day, the Waukegan Police Department is reminding motorists that we will be out in full force to keep our roads safe. In addition to looking for alcohol- and drug-impaired drivers, we will be stepping up seat-belt enforcement, particularly at night when seat-belt usage rates are lowest. Speeding, distracted driving and other traffic laws will also be strictly enforced. This St. Patrick's Day, don't rely on luck — designate a sober driver. The St. Patrick’s Day enforcement effort is made possible by federal traffic safety funds administered by the Illinois Department of Transportation. #WaukeganPolice #DesignatedDriver #DriveSoberOrGetPulledOver #Waukegan #StPatricksDay
This St. Patrick's Day, remembering to designate a sober driver and not letting friends drive drunk are just two simple steps to help avoid a tragic crash or an arrest for driving under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol. We want everyone to enjoy St. Patrick’s Day, but safe driving is everyone’s responsibility. The campaign runs March 9 - March 18. 10th St and McAlister St Butrick St and Ridgeland Ave Butrick St and Jenkinson Ct Dugdale Rd and Elmwood Ave Jackson St and Glen Rock Ave North Ave and Greenwood Ave The St. Patrick’s Day enforcement campaign is funded by federal traffic safety funds from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and is administered through the Illinois Department of Transportation. #WaukeganPolice #DriveSoberOrGetPulledOver #Waukegan #DesignatedDriver #StPatricksDay
Don't forget to Spring FORWARD! Reminder to set your clocks forward at 2:00am.....Enjoy the longer, brighter days ahead ☀️🌷⏰ #Waukegan #SpringForward #WaukeganPolice
St. Patrick’s Day is just around the corner, and many Illinoisans will be celebrating with parades and parties featuring green beer and cocktails. To remind motorists of the dangers of drunk driving and to help keep our streets safe, the Waukegan Police Department is teaming up with the Illinois State Police and Illinois Department of Transportation for a stepped-up traffic safety campaign. St. Patrick’s Day can be a dangerous one on America’s roads due to increased alcohol consumption and drunk driving. There were 272 lives lost in drunk-driving crashes over the St. Patrick’s Day holiday between 2017 and 2021. In addition to looking for alcohol and cannabis impaired drivers, the Waukegan Police Department will be stepping up seat belt enforcement, particularly at night when seat belt usage rates are lowest. Speeding, distracted driving and all traffic laws will be strictly enforced. Whether you’re attending a party, hosting friends or going out to a bar, keep safety at the forefront of your day and night. When it’s time to leave, make sure your designated driver is sober. Remember that walking impaired can also be dangerous, so designate a sober friend to walk home with you. Designated drivers: Be alert for impaired walkers who may not obey street signs. Other important tips: • Drunk or high, it doesn’t matter. It is never okay to drive impaired. Designate a sober driver or plan to use public transportation or a ride service to get home safely. • If you see an impaired driver on the road, contact law enforcement. • Have a friend who is about to drive impaired? Take the keys away and plan to get your friend home safely. • Always buckle up! The St. Patrick’s Day enforcement campaign is funded by federal traffic safety funds from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and administered by IDOT. #WaukeganPolice #StPatricksDay #Waukegan #DriveSoberOrGetPulledOver #ClickItOrTicket
The Waukegan Police Department celebrates International Women’s Day during #WomensHistoryMonth! Worldwide, groups and individuals unify to celebrate and support women's advancement. There are so many remarkable female employees within our city who have strengthened our department through their commitment and dedication to service. These women include officers, dispatchers, and professional staff, all who help make the City of Waukegan a great place for all. (Not all are pictured) We want to honor and thank all of the women of WPD, past and present! #IWD2024 #Waukegan #ThankYou #WaukeganPolice #WomensHistoryMonth #InternationalWomensDay
Officer, are you ready to make a change? The Waukegan Police Department is seeking officers for Lateral Transfers! Scan the QR code or click the link below for more information. Apply NOW!! https://www.waukeganil.gov/913/Lateral-Transfer-Applications #WaukeganPolice #LateralHires #Waukegan #ApplyNow
Waukegan Police conclude supplementary enforcement efforts throughout the City of Waukegan. The Waukegan Police Department participated in the Sustained Traffic Enforcement Program conducting additional hours of enforcement in February 2024. The results of the additional enforcement are as follows: Additional Enforcement: 2 - Child Safety Restraint Violations 50 - Speeding Violations 15 - Driver's License Status Violations 88 - Other Violations (This includes a significant number of Stop Sign Violations) 119 - Traffic Stops The recent law enforcement campaign was made possible by federal highway safety funds administered by the Illinois Department of Transportation. #WaukeganPolice #NoNeedToSpeed #Waukegan #SlowDown #DropItAndDrive
Waukegan Police conclude the Occupant Protection & Impaired Driving Campaign in February throughout the City of Waukegan. The Waukegan Police Department participated in the Sustained Traffic Enforcement Program conducting additional hours of enforcement in February 2024. The results of the additional enforcement are as follows: Impaired Driving Enforcement: 1- DUI Alcohol 3- Speeding Violations 2- Driver's License Status Violations 2- Other Violations 4 - Traffic Stops 🚨🚨🚨🚨🚨🚨🚨🚨🚨🚨🚨🚨🚨🚨🚨 Occupant Protection: 28- Front Seatbelt Violations 1 - Rear Seatbelt Violation 3 - Child Safety Restraint Violations 6 - Driver's License Status Violations 17 - Other Violations 41 - Traffic Stops 1 - Warrant Served The recent law enforcement campaign was made possible by federal highway safety funds administered by the Illinois Department of Transportation. #WaukeganPolice #ClickItOrTicket #Waukegan #DriveSoberOrGetPulledOver
The Waukegan Police Department will begin to conduct supplementary enforcement efforts focusing on speeding, electronic device use, failure to yield and disobeying traffic control signals, as well as occupant restraint violations in areas throughout the City of Waukegan. The areas officers will focus on are as follows: Delany Rd Lewis Ave Greenbay Rd Sunset Ave Dugdale Rd Sheridan Rd 10th St McAree Rd Jackson St Glen Flora Ave North Ave Western Ave Butrick St This additional enforcement campaign is funded by federal traffic safety funds from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and is administered through the Illinois Department of Transportation. #WaukeganPolice #Waukegan #SlowDown #TrafficEnforcement #DropItAndDrive #ClickItOrTicket
In the past several years, vehicle thefts have skyrocketed. Especially for specific makes to include Hyundai and Kia. Last February, Kia and Hyundai released software updates the companies say provide an “ignition kill” feature that ought to prevent theft and provided free steering wheel locks. The developed theft deterrent software for millions of their vehicles will be provided FREE of charge to vehicle owners. NHTSA urges owners of these vehicles to contact Hyundai (toll-free at 800-633-5151) or Kia (toll-free at 800-333-4542) for information on the FREE update or use the links below. Hyundai - https://www.hyundaiantitheft.com/ Kia - https://ksupport.kiausa.com/ConsumerAffairs/SWLD #WaukeganPolice #Hyundai #Kia #Waukegan #FreeUpgrade #VehicleTheft
The Waukegan Police Department will begin to conduct additional enforcement efforts focusing on the leading contributory causes of crashes. Our mission is to make travel safer through directed, proactive patrols and to stop, and those who choose to violate traffic laws. Road safety rules are your best tools! The STEP grant is funded by federal highway safety funds administered by the Illinois Department of Transportation. #WaukeganPolice #SlowDown #Waukegan #ClickItOrTicket #DropItAndDrive
Below you will find links to the Waukegan Police Department crime blotter. Here you will find reported crime numbers and arrests. 🚨 Main page: https://www.waukeganil.gov/1018/Police-Blotter 🚨 2024 Page: https://www.waukeganil.gov/1027/_2024 🚨 Page for 2/11 report: https://www.waukeganil.gov/1039/021124---022524 The following incidents, crimes and arrests are from official police reports. Readers are reminded that these reports are the result of on view situations or as related to the officer by a complainant. All defendants are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law. #WaukeganPolice #WPDCrimeBlotter #Waukegan
Before this year’s #BlackHistoryMonth comes to an end, we would like to celebrate and honor the achievements and cultural contributions of Black individuals throughout history. This month, we would like to recognize the Black men and women of the Waukegan Police Department. Both civilian and sworn personnel, each of them contribute to the growth of our organization and seek to make a difference in our community everyday! (Not all officers/civilians are pictured) #WaukeganPolice #BlackHistoryMonth #ThankYou #Waukegan
The Waukegan Police Department will begin to conduct additional enforcement efforts focusing on the leading contributory causes of crashes: speeding, electronic device use, failure to yield and disobeying traffic control signals, as well as occupant restraint violations throughout the City of Waukegan. The STEP program focuses on high-visibility enforcement and strategies aimed at saving lives and preventing injuries by reducing traffic crashes. The STEP grant is funded by federal highway safety funds administered by the Illinois Department of Transportation. #WaukeganPolice #Waukegan #BuckleUp #SlowDown #DropItAndDrive
Below you will find links to the Waukegan Police Department crime blotter. Here you will find reported crime numbers and arrests. 🚨 Main page: https://www.waukeganil.gov/1018/Police-Blotter 🚨 2024 Page: https://www.waukeganil.gov/1027/_2024 🚨 Page for 1/29 report: https://www.waukeganil.gov/1034/012924---021124 The following incidents, crimes and arrests are from official police reports. Readers are reminded that these reports are the result of on view situations or as related to the officer by a complainant. All defendants are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law. #WaukeganPolice #WPDCrimeBlotter #Waukegan
Today is National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day! 💙 On this special day we would like to show gratitude towards SROs and the impact they have on our students, schools, and communities. The SRO assignment is unique in that these officers fill a three-part role - they serve as informal mentors or counselors, law educators and law enforcement officers to support the students and communities they serve. They are valuable and essential members of the education and law enforcement community! We would like to say #ThankYou to our very own SROs - Officer Brian Falotico and Officer Angela DiVirgilio! Both work closely with the Waukegan Public Schools, one at each Waukegan High School. Also, a special thank you to all the other SRO’s across the nation. We appreciate all that you do! #WPS60 #WaukeganPolice #SRO #Waukegan #WHS #ThankYou
Congratulations to School Resource Officer Falotico for receiving the Waukegan High School's Shout-Out! Did you know that School Resource Officers (SROs) fulfill a variety of roles? They prevent and respond to school-based crime, they foster positive relationships among law enforcement, educators, and youth, and also help to promote a positive school climate. Officer Falotico goes above and beyond for the many students he encounters daily. His positive contributions not only benefit the teenagers as they grow into adults, but also their teachers, families, and the community at large! Thank you, Officer Falotico! #WaukeganPolice #WPS60 #ShoutOut #Waukegan #ThankYou #WHS
Super Bowl parties are some of the most attended gatherings among friends and family, so keeping safety in mind is essential. Make the greatest play of the night by designating a sober driver. • Drunk or high, it doesn’t matter. It is never okay to drive impaired. Designate a sober driver or plan to use public transportation or a ride service to get home safely. • If you see an impaired driver on the road, contact law enforcement. • Have a friend who is about to drive impaired? Take their keys and help them get home safely. • Always buckle up! The Super Bowl enforcement campaign is part of the Illinois “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” and “Click It or Ticket” programs funded with federal highway safety dollars administered by IDOT. #WaukeganPolice #SuperBowl #Waukegan #DriveSoberOrGetPulledOver #BuckleUp
Below you will find links to the Waukegan Police Department crime blotter. Here you will find reported crime numbers and arrests. 🚨 Main page: https://www.waukeganil.gov/1018/Police-Blotter 🚨 2024 Page: https://www.waukeganil.gov/1027/_2024 🚨 Page for 1/15 report: https://www.waukeganil.gov/1032/011524---012824 The following incidents, crimes and arrests are from official police reports. Readers are reminded that these reports are the result of on view situations or as related to the officer by a complainant. All defendants are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law. #WaukeganPolice #WPDCrimeBlotter #Waukegan
The Waukegan Police Department is reminding football fans that designated drivers are the best defense against the dangers of impaired driving. If your Super Bowl celebration involves alcohol or cannabis, plan for a ride home with a sober driver. Fans don’t let fans drive drunk or high! Before kickoff, make a game plan by designating a sober driver! The Super Bowl enforcement campaign is part of the Illinois “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” and “Click It or Ticket” programs funded with federal highway safety dollars administered by IDOT. #WaukeganPolice #DriveSoberOrGetPulledOver #Waukegan #ClickItOrTicket #DriveHighGetADUI
The Waukegan Police Department will begin to conduct supplementary enforcement efforts through the Sustained Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) grant. The STEP program focuses on high-visibility enforcement and strategies aimed at saving lives and preventing injuries. The areas officers will focus on are as follows: Delany Rd Lewis Ave Greenbay Rd River Rd O'Plaine Rd Sunset Ave Sheridan Rd Washington St Jackson St Amstutz Expy North Ave 10th St Glen Flora Ave This additional enforcement campaign is funded by federal traffic safety funds from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and is administered through the Illinois Department of Transportation. #WaukeganPolice #SlowDown #BuckleUp #Waukegan #ClickItOrTicket #DropItAndDrive
The Waukegan Police Department will begin to conduct additional enforcement efforts focusing on the leading contributory causes of crashes: speeding, electronic device use, failure to yield and disobeying traffic control signals, as well as occupant restraint violations throughout the City of Waukegan. The STEP program focuses on high-visibility enforcement and strategies aimed at saving lives and preventing injuries by reducing traffic crashes. The STEP grant is funded by federal highway safety funds administered by the Illinois Department of Transportation. #WaukeganPolice #Waukegan #BuckleUp #SlowDown #DropItAndDrive
Congratulations to Officer Carrillo for being selected as Waukegan Police Department’s Employee of the Month for December 2023. In the nomination, Commander Garcia wrote, “The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration estimates 47% of Illinois motor vehicle fatalities involve alcohol.” For this month, I believe there is an officer that is making a big impact in curving this extreme danger. The officer that I feel is deserving of being and receiving the officer of the month award, due to her hard work and dedication in keeping the citizens of Waukegan safe is Ofc. Carrillo. In the past 5 months, Ofc. Carrillo has written 10 DUIs with 6 being in the months of December and November. Ofc. Carrillo also makes herself accessible whenever her fellow officers, or even officers from other divisions need assistance or advice in conducting a DUI investigation. I would like to note, that DUI investigations are very complex and the reports are some of the most time consuming reports you can have. It is well known that you are more likely to testify longer and be scrutinized during a DUI trial then trials involving other crimes. Ofc. Carrillo displays great professionalism on these investigations and her ability to speak Spanish is invaluable whether it’s her investigation or she is assisting other officers with the task of translating during these complex cases. Her efforts on a daily basis should be commended as it serves as an example on how serious every officer should take this extreme danger. I believe Ofc. Carrillo goes above and beyond her regular duties in trying to keep our citizens safe. For these reasons, I feel that Ofc. Carrillo should be the Officer of the Month for the Month of December.” Officer Carrillo, thank you for your dedication and service to the City of Waukegan! #WaukeganPolice #Congratulations #Waukegan #EmployeeOfTheMonth
UPDATE: The roadway is open 🚨🚨🚨🚨🚨🚨🚨🚨🚨🚨 Please avoid the area of Grand Ave between County St and West St due to a traffic crash. Please find an alternate route as the roadway will be closed for several hours. #WaukeganPolice #Traffic #Waukegan #Crash
Below you will find links to the Waukegan Police Department crime blotter. Here you will find reported crime numbers and arrests. 🚨 Main page: https://www.waukeganil.gov/1018/Police-Blotter 🚨 2024 Page: https://www.waukeganil.gov/1027/_2024 🚨 Page for 1/1 report: https://www.waukeganil.gov/1028/010124---011424 The following incidents, crimes and arrests are from official police reports. Readers are reminded that these reports are the result of on view situations or as related to the officer by a complainant. All defendants are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law. #WaukeganPolice #WPDCrimeBlotter #Waukegan
Waukegan Police conclude supplementary enforcement efforts throughout the City of Waukegan. The Waukegan Police Department participated in the Sustained Traffic Enforcement Program conducting additional hours of enforcement in December 2023. The results of the additional enforcement are as follows: - 95 Speeding Violations - 3 Cellular Phone Violations - 14 Driver's License Status Violations - 62 Other Violations - 153 Vehicles Stopped The recent law enforcement campaign was made possible by federal highway safety funds administered by the Illinois Department of Transportation. #WaukeganPolice #NoNeedToSpeed #Waukegan #SlowDown #DropItAndDrive
Waukegan Police conclude the Occupant Protection Campaign for December throughout the City of Waukegan. The Waukegan Police Department participated in the Sustained Traffic Enforcement Program conducting additional hours of enforcement in December 2023. The results of the additional enforcement are as follows: - 93 Seatbelt Violations - 8 Child Safety Restraint Violations - 1 Cellular Phone Violation - 9 Driver's License Status Violations - 36 Other Violations - 133 Vehicles Stopped The recent law enforcement campaign was made possible by federal highway safety funds administered by the Illinois Department of Transportation. #WaukeganPolice #ClickItOrTicket #Waukegan #BuckleUp
Waukegan Police conclude the Impaired Driving Campaign for December throughout the City of Waukegan. The Waukegan Police Department participated in the Sustained Traffic Enforcement Program conducting additional hours of enforcement in December 2023. The results of the additional enforcement are as follows: - 3 DUI Citations - 6 Other Citations - 6 Vehicles Stopped The recent law enforcement campaign was made possible by federal highway safety funds administered by the Illinois Department of Transportation. #WaukeganPolice #DriveSoberOrGetPulledOver #Waukegan #ItsNotAGame
Blast from the past. Then Mayor Motley of Waukegan getting his hand raised in a hard fought win against a very experienced masters boxer from Highland Park. The event was our Badges vs Bad Guys fundraiser for our gym. Wayne lost 30lbs and lowered his BP by over 20 points. He is a true bad ass. . . #waukegan #waukeganpolice #waukeganillinois #mastersboxing #boxingover60 #mundeleinillinois
Today, we honor and celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. #WaukeganPolice #MLKDay #Waukegan
Dangerously cold temperatures and wind chills are expected to continue through mid-week. Cold weather tips: 💡Minimize travel. 💡Stay indoors during the worst part of the extreme cold. 💡Keep a winter survival kit in your vehicle if you must travel. 💡Check tire pressure, antifreeze levels, heater/defroster, etc. 💡Learn how to shut off water valves for potential pipe bursts. 💡Check on the elderly. 💡Bring pets inside. Warming centers are available to get relief from the cold and harsh weather. Find the center closest to you here: https://lakecountyil.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=a19b046271df4f549fe074a129308ca7 #WaukeganPolice #ColdWeather #Waukegan #ExtremeCold #WarmingCenters
Deputy City Clerk swears in Nickai Poyser as the newest Waukegan Police Officer. #explorewaukegan #wowkegan #waukegan #WaukeganPolice