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11/25/2024

It's the season of giving! Thank you Ulta Beauty for graciously donating hygiene and beauty products to our Victim Support Services Unit. These products will be given to survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking in our care. At times, survivors are left with nothing, including basic self-care products. With this generous donation, we are able to work towards providing survivors with basic necessities that will aid in their well-being. We are so grateful for Ulta Beauty's contribution in helping us make a positive impact!

11/25/2024

Hi, I'm Penny D!🐶 My job and my family mean everything to me! When I'm not sniffing out explosives or fi****ms, I love taking long walks in the Forest Preserves and taking even longer naps at home.

11/23/2024

Earlier this month, Sheriff's Police K-9 AJ and her handler responded to help the Palos Hills Police Department with searching for a person wanted in connection with a domestic battery incident. AJ went to work and immediately found the person, who was then taken into custody. Way to go AJ!

11/23/2024

Our Senior Services staff have been all over Cook County recently! We have attended senior fairs, academies, and presentations in Forest Park, Bridgeview, Chicago, Harwood Heights, and Indian Head Park providing constituents with resources and critical safety information.

11/22/2024

We honored our Sheriff’s Police crossing guards for their dedication with a swearing-in ceremony last week. We owe a lot to these men and women who help make our schools a safer place every day in every season.

11/22/2024

As part of the Sheriff’s Police River North initiative, Community Safety Team officers arrested 37-year-old Dwayne Black and 37-year-old Jerome Brownlee following a routine traffic stop. Black was found with a loaded handgun reported stolen in Chicago and suspected cannabis. Officers learned Black was a convicted felon with no FOID card and no Conceal Carry Card. He was charged with felony Unlawful Use of a Weapon-Felon in Possession/Use of a Firearm, Possession of a Stolen Firearm, and Unlawful Use of Cannabis. Subsequently, Brownlee had an outstanding warrant for his arrest in Kane County and was taken into custody.
The public is reminded that defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

11/22/2024

Join the Cook County Sheriff's Tails of Redemption team tomorrow, Saturday, November 23rd, from 10am to noon at the Drive-Thru Pet Food Pantry outside the Rolling Meadows Courthouse. There is no residency restrictions, everyone is welcome! Just drive through and we'll load your car with cat and/or dog food. Supplies are first come, first serve, so come early to make sure your pets have what they need. We hope you and your furry friends have a Happy Thanksgiving!

11/21/2024

Sheriff’s Police Community Safety Team officers arrested 21-year-old Jonathan Ramos following a routine traffic stop in suburban Cicero. Ramos was found improperly traveling with a loaded firearm that officers learned was reported stolen in Chicago. Ramos had a valid FOID card, but did not possess a Conceal Carry Card. He was charged with felony Unlawful Use of a Weapon and issued multiple traffic violation citations.
The public is reminded that defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

11/21/2024

Sheriff Dart's Ready 4 Recovery program organized a tour for judges, states attorneys, and public defenders from the Skokie Drug Court program recently. Staff were able to meet with Haymarket Center, A Safe Haven Foundation, and Above and Beyond Family Recovery Center who provide supportive housing and treatment services for program participants. This outing gave court staff a great opportunity to see where many of the participants live while also giving treatment center staff a better understanding of what happens at drug court every week, and how the Sheriff's Ready 4 Recovery program provides transportation, connection, and community support.

11/21/2024

Cook County Sheriff's Police will be conducting additional patrols to ensure driver and passenger safety. These patrols are being funded through a grant from the Illinois Department of Transportation.

11/21/2024

The Cook County Sheriff's Office completed their final lockdown drills of the school year recently. In Illinois, schools must conduct at least one law enforcement lockdown drill each academic year to address an active shoot or threat. This drill must be completed no later than 90 days after the first day of school. These drills are designed to help practice and prepare for emergencies. Safety and security will always be our top priority and we appreciate all Cook County school districts for their ongoing cooperation and support for keeping their students and staff safe.

11/20/2024

The Sheriff’s Fugitive Apprehension Unit was recently contacted by the Lexington, Kentucky Police Department to assist in the location and arrest of 27-year-old Mohamad Alrais of suburban Oak Lawn. Alrais had an outstanding arrest warrant out of Fayette County, KY for a Custodial Interference case involving a minor reported missing there. Fugitive Apprehension investigators located Alrais and the minor at his residence in the 9800 block of South Karlov Avenue. The minor was transported back to Fayette County. Alrais was arrested and is currently at the Cook County Jail awaiting extradition to Kentucky.

11/20/2024

Congrats to our newest graduates, recruit class 24-05. We are proud of your hard work and comradery. Best of luck in your career with Cook County Department of Corrections.

11/19/2024

While on patrol in Chicago’s 15th District, Sheriff’s Police Organized Crime Division officers arrested 33-year-old Jamel Cassell and 34-year-old Keyon Blackmon following a routine traffic stop. Cassell, who was on electronic monitoring at the time of his arrest, was found with a loaded firearm with a revoked FOID card and no Conceal Carry Card. He was charged with felony Aggravated Unlawful Use of a Weapon, Violation of an Order of Protection, Unlawful Possession of Cannabis, and was issued multiple traffic violation citations. Blackmon had an outstanding warrant for his arrest in Cook County and was taken into custody. He was subsequently charged with Obstructing Identification for initially providing officers with a false name and Unlawful Possession of Cannabis.
The public is reminded that defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

11/19/2024

Sheriff's Police recently conducted additional patrols across the county to ensure motorist safety. The patrols were funded through a grant from the Illinois Department of Transportation.
Thank you to our officers for helping keep our roads safe!

11/19/2024

Congratulations to Cook County Sheriff's Police Chief Leo Schmitz on receiving the Cook-County Crime-Stoppers Distinguished Service Award for his 38 years of leadership and commitment to public safety throughout our community!

11/19/2024

Two days away! Please join us on November 21st at 10 a.m. at South Suburban College for a gun lock giveaway and discussion on mental wellness and crisis intervention options with our Office and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Hope to see you there!

If you own a firearm, it is your responsibility to familiarize yourself with, and obey, all federal, state, and local fi****ms-related laws. Please review persons who can potentially be at-risk around fi****ms. Visit our website for more information on Firearm Restraining Order.

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1401 Maybrook Drive
Maywood, IL
60153

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+13126036444

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http://cookcountysheriffil.gov/

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Looking for employment assistance, housing support, behavioral health counseling, or social service connections? Our Community Resource Center staff members are here to help, and they'll be coming to a neighborhood near you. Our staff is also available by phone at 773-405-5116 and email at [email protected]. #CommunityEngagement #communityresources #CookCountySheriff

Join us in welcoming Anthony to the Cook County Sheriff’s Office! With a wealth of experience as a 911 dispatcher in Peoria and a passion for community service, we’re proud to have him on our team and look forward to the impact he will make. Learn why Anthony chose to #GoWithCCSO

Recently, our Cook County Sheriff's Treatment Response Team joined the South Side Heroin Opioid Task Force in the Roseland Community to distribute Narcan, Fentanyl Testing Kits, substance use and mental health referrals, linkage to care, and other resources. #treatmentresponseteam #substanceusedisorder #CommunityEngagement

We honor and thank all our veterans who have served our country and those who now serve with dedication at the Cook County Sheriff’s Office.

Meet Lawrence Smith, Superintendent of Court Services and Army Veteran. #thankyouvets #gowithccso

Meet Bill O’Mary, Police Officer and Bomb Squad tech and Marine Corps Veteran. #thankyouvets #gowithccso

Happy Halloween, Cook County! Check out our safety tips below if you're planning on trick or treating tonight.

The Sheriff’s Urban Garden Program continues to expand and create more opportunities for individuals in custody to build a skill they can utilize after release. Bee’s Behind Bars reaped the rewards last week harvesting fresh honey. The Sheriff’s Office continues to expand its programs inside the Cook County Department of Corrections to reduce recidivism and provide skill-building opportunities for individuals in custody. #CookCountySheriff #DepartmentofCorrections #JailProgramming #CookCountyJail #ReduceRecidivism #Skillbuilding

Go with CCSO! We are hiring for sworn and civilian positions. Consider applying if you want to join a mission greater than yourself and make a positive impact in our community. To apply, please visit https://www.cookcountysheriffil.gov/employment/

The Cook County Sheriff’s Office is always expanding its programs inside the Department of Corrections. Take a look at our new Aquaponics system that will be added to the Urban Farming Program for individuals in custody. #Jailprogramming #CookCountySheriff #comingsoon #reducerecidivism #skillbuilding

A Survivor Story

In 2022, Sheriff Thomas J. Dart created a Victim Support Services Unit to support victims of domestic violence and human trafficking. The unit is comprised of all survivors. To learn more, listen to the story of Pamela Nicole Dukes, a human trafficking and domestic violence survivor who now works for the Sheriff’s Office as a Victim Support Specialist.