Robinson Police Department - IL

06/12/2026

This picture deserves a post just by itself! Shoutout to Henry for joining us on our run! Torch Run 2026!

06/11/2026

Our 2026 Torch Run has been completed! We were passed the torch by Chris Robbins and Jesse Stephens with IDOC. RPD passed the torch to Chief Williamson and Officer Smith of the Oblong PD! Thank you to everyone who supported and donated to this great cause!

05/27/2026

05/22/2026

RPD is proud to introduce our newest officer, K-9 Grim. Grim is a 1 year old german shepard who is handled by Officer Fitzgerald. Officer Fitzgerald & Grim successfully completed their 6 week Police K-9 training program today. We look forward to seeing what this duo can do.

We'd like to thank Marathon, R & L Ready Mix, and RP Lumber for their generous support of our K-9 team. We'd also like to thank the Robinson Street Department for building a great kennel for Grim.

05/14/2026

Robinson, IL — The Robinson Police Department is joining law enforcement agencies across Illinois for the 2026 “Click It or Ticket” campaign running May 15-26 during the Memorial Day travel period.

“Buckle up every trip, every time,” said Chief Schmidt. “Seat belts save lives, and we are committed to keeping our roads safe.”

Officers will conduct high-visibility enforcement day and night, focusing on seat belt violations. Motorists who fail to buckle up can expect to be stopped and ticketed.

Illinois law requires all drivers and passengers to wear seat belts. While usage has increased to 93% in 2025, unrestrained fatalities remain a concern — especially at night.

The “Click It or Ticket” initiative is funded with federal highway safety funds administered by the Illinois Department of Transportation. For more information on safe driving practices, visit ItsNotaGameIllinois.com.

05/10/2026

The Robinson Police Department would like to wish a very Happy Mother's Day to all the mothers in our community.

We would also like to thank and recognize the three members of our department that are able to balance all the duties of motherhood along with their careers at RPD. Thank you!

05/04/2026

Robinson, Ill. The Robinson Police Department announced it issued 13 citations and made 1 Driving Under the Influence arrest during April's Distracted Driving Awareness Month enforcement campaign.

"Distracted driving remains a serious problem in Robinson, and one moment of inattention can change lives forever," said Chief Schmidt. "High-visibility enforcement is one way we remind drivers that safe driving requires their full attention. April may be over, but our message is not. The Robinson Police Department will continue enforcing distracted driving laws and urging motorists to put the phone away whenever they get behind the wheel."

The Robinson Police Department joined forces with the Illinois State Police, local law enforcement and highway safety partners for this enforcement effort.

The Illinois distracted driving campaign was funded with federal traffic safety funds administered by the Illinois Department of Transportation.

04/23/2026

There are still a couple weeks left to apply! Applications are due May 4th at 3:00PM!

Applications can be found at:
https://cityofrobinson.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/Robinson-Police-Department-Application.doc

03/31/2026

Put the phone away or pay. Law enforcement steps up April distracted driving enforcement.

Robinson, IL– In recognition of Distracted Driving Awareness Month, the Robinson Police Department is partnering with the Illinois Department of Transportation, the Illinois State Police and local law enforcement agencies across Illinois to step up enforcement efforts throughout April. Motorists can expect increased patrols looking for texting, social media use, video viewing and other distracted driving violations.

"Distracted driving puts everyone at risk, and even a quick glance at a phone can have devastating consequences," said Chief Eric Schmidt. "During April, officers will be looking for distracted driving violations and reminding motorists to put the phone away and focus on the road."

If you need to send a message, check directions or return a call, pull over and park safely first. Whatever the solution, do not drive distracted.

In Illinois, manually using an electronic communication device while driving is not only dangerous, but also illegal. Put the phone away or pay.

The Illinois distracted driving campaign is funded with federal traffic safety funds administered by the Illinois Department of Transportation.