MORRIS POLICE DEPARTMENT

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Owner claimedThis little girl was found in Rockwell Estates. Please help us get her home. No collar, no tags, no chip. 8...
10/29/2025

Owner claimed

This little girl was found in Rockwell Estates. Please help us get her home. No collar, no tags, no chip. 815-942-2131 option 8

This weekend the Morris Police Benevolent Society sponsored our Morris Police Officers (some active an some retired-yes,...
10/23/2025

This weekend the Morris Police Benevolent Society sponsored our Morris Police Officers (some active an some retired-yes, that is retired Sergeant Monty Allbert in the mix) in a Charity Flag Football tournament in Yorkville. The event was held at Go For It Sports in Yorkville and all of the proceeds went to the implementation of a Special Olympics Flag Football Team. The Morris team, although smaller than the rest of the teams in attendance, was a force to be reckoned with. Winning their first game and taking an extremely talented, extremely large, and young Aurora PD team to the last play of the game. Fun was had by all, great memories were made, and a lot of money was made for a great cause. We cant wait to do it again next year!

Pictured below is (back row) Trevor Allbert, Officer Tyler Mayerhofer, Officer James Bell, Officer Jacob MacLean, Officer Tyler Bordner and (front row) Officer Alex Hernandez, Sgt. Monty Allbert, Officer Scott Evans, and Det. Trevor Hodge.

This spooky pup was found in the 1900 Block of Dupont Avenue near Morris Elementary School. If this is your dog, please ...
10/22/2025

This spooky pup was found in the 1900 Block of Dupont Avenue near Morris Elementary School. If this is your dog, please call the non-emergency number to claim at (815) 942-2131 ext. 8.

At the City Council Meeting on 10-20-25, Officer Nick Pampinella and civilian Jason Knapp of Glendale Heights were prese...
10/22/2025

At the City Council Meeting on 10-20-25, Officer Nick Pampinella and civilian Jason Knapp of Glendale Heights were presented with awards for Bravery after their response to an incident at Stratton Park on August 2, 2025.

The Morris Police Department was dispatched to the Illinois River in reference to a subject having a mental health crisis. The subject had entered the river and began moving to open water. Officer Pampinella arrived on scene and made contact with the subject and attempted to negotiate his return to the bank. The subject began struggling to stay afloat.

Officer Pampinella, a former lifeguard, entered the river in the dark, and swam approximately 300 feet to the middle of the river. A bystander, Jason Knapp, joined Officer Pampinella. Knapp is an avid boater and has frequented the Illinois River for over 20 years. The two recovered the subject and swam him back to shore. The subject was transported to Morris Hospital with no physical injuries. Officer Pampinella changed into a dry uniform and finished the rest of his shift.

Mr. Knapp was awarded the Civilian Medal of Appreciation of the National Awards program of the American Police Hall of Fame for his commitment to support law enforcement and public safety.

Officer Pampinella was awarded the Silver Star for Bravery from the American Police Hall of Hame for "unselfish line of duty heroism, in which this law enforcement officer, at perilous risk to his own life, performed his duty in such a manner as to reflect courage, dedication, and initiative becoming to the profession of law enforcement officer."

Picture below is Morris Fire Protection and Ambulance District Chief Tracey Steffes (who was on scene during the incident), Officer Nick Pampinella, Jason Knapp, Mayor Chris Brown, Morris Police Chief Alicia Steffes.

10/20/2025

****Traffic Advisory****

As of 12:40 pm, I 80 is open.


Westbound I80 is shut down at the 112 Exit. All westbound traffic is being routed onto Route 47. There will be A LOT of traffic in town for an unknown amount of time as an investigation is being conducted on I 80. Please avoid the area.

10/14/2025

On 10-14-25 at 4:42 am the Morris Police Department responded to Echo Lanes, 220 Bedford Road for a Burglary. Officers discovered someone had forced entry through the west doors of the building. No one was located inside the building, but an undisclosed amount of money was taken. Investigators are currently reviewing surveillance video. If anyone in the area has potential video of the area and has not already been contacted, please call Det. Paul Burke at 815-942-2131 x 8.

**Update: Returned home to its owner**We've got one in custody 🐾 If you, or someone you know, lost this pup, please call...
10/13/2025

**Update: Returned home to its owner**

We've got one in custody 🐾 If you, or someone you know, lost this pup, please call Officer Pena at 815-942-2131 extension 8 for pick-up! It was found on Jackson St with a collar, but no tags.

Congratulations to K9 Officer Ties who completed the 2025 Chicago Marathon yesterday! He even finished with a new PR of ...
10/13/2025

Congratulations to K9 Officer Ties who completed the 2025 Chicago Marathon yesterday! He even finished with a new PR of 3:47:58!

Drones may be in use tonight during the Morris Cruise Night.
10/11/2025

Drones may be in use tonight during the Morris Cruise Night.

10/10/2025

On 10-09-25 the Morris Police Department was issued a search warrant for a residence in the 500 block of Shabbona Street. MPD requested the assistance of the Grundy County REAC Team in serving the high risk warrant.

As a result, Eric Yunker, 33 years old, was arrested for 3 counts of Endangering a Child, 1 Count Possession of Cannabis 30-100 grams, and 1 count Unlawful Possession of a Firearm without a FOID card. He was transported to the Morris Police Department and was booked, ticketed, and released per the Illinois Safe T Act.

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200 E Chapin St
Morris, IL
60450

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