The search warrants were executed at residences in the 600 block of Norton Avenue and the 700 block of Francis Street.
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Bank Robbery
A preliminary investigation determined that a male suspect entered the bank and passed the teller a note announcing a robbery. The suspect then fled the area after taking an undetermined amount of cash.
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Advocates oppose SAFE-T Act changes proposed by Democratic senator
In the SAFE-T Act as it stands, judges will consider each individual’s circumstances and can deny pretrial release if the offender is accused of certain offenses and is deemed a danger to the community, or if the person is a risk of “willful flight” from prosecution. All individuals are also detainable, regardless of the offense, if they commit a crime while already out on pretrial release.
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Joliet council passes a meaningless SAFE–T-Act resolution
“The City of Joliet encourages legislators to work with public safety representatives and all community stakeholders to fix remaining problems with the SAFE-T Act, including, but not limited to, unreasonably limiting the imposition of cash bail (and) unreasonably limiting police officer discretion to make arrests,” the resolution continues.
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Bomb threat at Joliet’s Hollywood Casino
A bomb detection K9 from the DuPage County Sheriff’s Office as well as bomb detection Officers from the Kane County Sheriff’s Office responded to the scene and assisted Officers and personnel from the Joliet Fire Department with a search of the premises.
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Village Board appoints new Police Chief
Miller has 30 years of experience in law enforcement, most recently serving as Deputy Chief in the City of Wheaton. He began his career in Wheaton as a Patrol Officer and during his tenure, Mr. Miller moved up the ranks serving in a variety of roles including Patrol Officer, Sergeant, Lieutenant of Operations, Lieutenant of Investigations, Deputy Chief of Operations, and Deputy Chief of the Support Division.
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Plainfield hires new police chief
Miller, a Plainfield resident, and deputy chief for the city of Wheaton, replaces John Konopek, who retired as chief in July after serving the police department for nearly three decades. Konopek, who joined the department as a patrol officer in 1994, was the first individual to hold the title of commander. He was appointed police chief in 2011.
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Video gaming burglary ring arrest, Plainfield man charged
“This case highlights the cooperation, commitment, and professionalism of different law enforcement personnel working together to fight crime,” said Illinois Gaming Board Administrator Marcus Fruchter.
Posted inCrime, State, Will County
State’s Attorney Glasgow, jury finds former gymnastics coach Jose Vilchis guilty of eight counts of criminal sexual assault
Will County State’s Attorney James Glasgow announced that a jury on June 6 convicted former girls’ gymnastics coach Jose Vilchis, 71, of Channahon, of eight counts of Criminal Sexual Assault against a female teenage gymnast. The jury rendered its verdict in less than two hours following a four-day trial before Circuit Judge Daniel Rippy. The […]
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Joliet Police Department reminds drivers to “Buckle Up”
Memorial Day weekend marks the unofficial start of summer, a popular time for traveling to visit family and friends. Whether you are traveling down the block or across the country, make sure you buckle up every time.
