Morrison Police Department (IL)

03/13/2026

NOTICE: 600 BLK Genesee Avenue is temporarily closed from Winfield to Academic until crews can remove downed trees from powerlines. Please allow extra time for delays as school is let out.

01/26/2026

Media Release
CONTACT: (815) 772-7650 Friday January 23, 2026________________________________________

On 01/15/2026 Morrison Police arrested Steven A. Ferrell, age 55, Aurora, for Aggravated Battery to Peace Officer, Kane County. Ferrell was taken to the Whiteside County Jail.

On 1/22/2026 Morrison Police issued a City Ordinance Ticket to Elisha Oneal, age 47, rural Morrison, for Loud Music.

On 01/20/2026 Morrison Police issued a City Ordinance Ticket to Joseph Broughton, age 35, Morrison, for Dog running at Large.



The public is reminded that these are merely charges and all persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

01/02/2026

Media Release
CONTACT: (815) 772-7650 Friday January 2, 2026________________________________________

On 12/31/2025 at 2255, The Morrison Police Department responded to The Whiteside County Courthouse for a Theft of packages at the UPS drop box outside the South Entrance. Several boxes were taken that were placed near the drop box, and the door was pried open and packages inside the drop box were also removed. Please contact The Morrison Police Department at 815-772-7650 if you placed packages at the UPS drop off after Monday 12/30/2025 at 345pm.

On 12/31/2025 Morrison Police arrested Jose I. Estrada, age 32, homeless, for 2 counts Aggravated Domestic Battery, Unlawful Restraint, and Sexual Assault. Estrada was taken to the Whiteside County Jail.

On 12/28/2025 Morrison Police issued a City Ordinance Ticket to Elisha Oneal, age 47, rural Morrison, for Loud Music.

On 12/19/2025 Morrison Police arrested Joshua Evans, age 40, Mt. Carroll, for Aggravated Battery. Evans was released with a court date.

The Morrison Police Department has issued 4 more State of Illinois Citations for traffic violations.

The public is reminded that these are merely charges and all persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

12/19/2025

Congratulations Officer Kolten Sage ! Kolten has graduated the Police Academy and is ready to start his field training program and after completion will begin patrolling the streets.

12/11/2025

This can help the ambulance and fire crews find you after dark as well, improving response times.

In an effort for Emergency Responders to locate you quickly in the case of an emergency....Section 304.3 Premises Identification

Buildings shall have approved address numbers placed in a position to be plainly legible and visible from the street or road fronting the property. These numbers shall contrast with their background. Address numbers shall be Arabic numerals or alphabet letters. Numbers shall not be less than 4 inches in height with a minimum stroke width of .5 inches

12/04/2025

On 12/04/2025 at 1119am, The Morrison Police Department responded to an Attempted Armed Robbery of an individual who was near the Northside School. The suspect was reported to display a G***k Style handgun. As a result of the incident, Northside was placed on lockdown. SRO Dan Simmons will remain at the school today. The suspect fled the area away from the school and victim. He was described as a younger white male, 5’9” to 5’11”, skinny, wearing black coat and pants, with a mask. If anyone has information about the incident, please contact the Morrison Police Department at 815-772-7650.

11/28/2025

Snow Emergency Declared

Friday, November 28, 2025 at 8 PM to Sunday, November 30, 2025 at 8 AM

11/26/2025

For your safety, please stay out of the laundromat as the structural condition of the building continues to worsen. Please be patient until repairs are completed.

FYI -

11/19/2025

The Morrison Police Department has apprehended a quail this afternoon at the door of the Police Station. If you know where it resides please get in contact with us.

11/17/2025

Media Release
CONTACT: (815) 772-7650 Monday November 17, 2025________________________________________

On 11/11/2025 Morrison Police arrested Tamela J Kuehl, age 67, of Morrison. Kuehl was arrested for a Whiteside County Warrant for Retail Theft. She was transported to Whiteside County Jail.

On 11/13/2025 Morrison Police arrested Tamela J. Kuehl, age 67, of Morrison. Kuehl was arrested for Criminal Trespass to a Vehicle. Kuehl was cited and released with a court date.

On 11/13/2025 Morrison Police Department arrested Seth D. Peterson, age 26, of Morrison. Peterson was arrested for a Whiteside County Warrant for Aggravated Domestic Battery, Class 2 Felony. Peterson was transported to Whiteside County Jail.

The Morrison Police Department has issued 10 more State of Illinois Citations for traffic violations.

The public is reminded that these are merely charges and all persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

10/25/2025

Great turnout today for the Halloween Kids Parade!!