Our 2026 goals include 1) building community relationships and partnerships, 2) traffic safety, 3) developing our staff, and 4) reducing overall crime
We are proud to present our 2025 year end report:
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This morning Sergeant Whitecotton had the honor of picking up our Junior Undercover Agent “AB” for school after winning the “Here Comes Trouble: Ride to School in a Police Car” contest.
AB quickly proved he was ready for the job. Sergeant Whitecotton said AB may have been the best backup unit he’s ever had. Always alert, keeping an eye on things, and ready for action. We’re pretty sure he was one second away from making a traffic stop.
Thank you, AB, for riding along with us and starting the day with a smile. We hope you had a great time and remember… there may be room for future recruits at the Sandwich Police Department.
AB quickly proved he was ready for the job. Sergeant Whitecotton said AB may have been the best backup unit he’s ever had. Always alert, keeping an eye on things, and ready for action. We’re pretty sure he was one second away from making a traffic stop.
Thank you, AB, for riding along with us and starting the day with a smile. We hope you had a great time and remember… there may be room for future recruits at the Sandwich Police Department.
Congratulations to Sergeant Brian Fasnacht and Class #631 on graduating from Northwestern University’s School of Police Staff and Command.
The School of Police Staff and Command (SPSC) is an intensive leadership and management program designed to prepare law enforcement professionals for the complex challenges of modern policing. The program focuses on critical areas including leadership, organizational behavior, communication, planning, and decision making, helping develop the next generation of law enforcement leaders.
This accomplishment reflects Brian’s dedication to professional growth and continued commitment to serving our community. We are all proud of you, Brian, and look forward to seeing the continued impact you’ll make here at the Sandwich Police Department.
Congratulations on this outstanding achievement!
The School of Police Staff and Command (SPSC) is an intensive leadership and management program designed to prepare law enforcement professionals for the complex challenges of modern policing. The program focuses on critical areas including leadership, organizational behavior, communication, planning, and decision making, helping develop the next generation of law enforcement leaders.
This accomplishment reflects Brian’s dedication to professional growth and continued commitment to serving our community. We are all proud of you, Brian, and look forward to seeing the continued impact you’ll make here at the Sandwich Police Department.
Congratulations on this outstanding achievement!
School safety goes far beyond drills and procedures. It’s built through trust, familiarity, and positive daily interactions with the students we serve.
SRO Bright continues to make those connections every day, whether it’s offering encouragement, sharing a laugh, or handing out high fives. Moments like these may seem small, but they help create an environment where kids feel safe, supported, and comfortable approaching law enforcement.
SROs make an impact on our youth and community every single day.
SRO Bright continues to make those connections every day, whether it’s offering encouragement, sharing a laugh, or handing out high fives. Moments like these may seem small, but they help create an environment where kids feel safe, supported, and comfortable approaching law enforcement.
SROs make an impact on our youth and community every single day.
đź’™During National Police Week we recognize and honor the men and women who serve in law enforcement during National Police Week. We remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty and express our gratitude to the officers who continue to serve and protect our community each day with professionalism, courage, dedication, and integrity. Thank you to all law enforcement personnel, past and present, for your commitment to keeping our communities safe.đź’™
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- Mykle M. McBethOn 05/20/26 Officers reponded to a traffic crash in area of E. Church St. and Colfax St, Sandwich. Upon further investigation it was suspected that one the drivers, Mykle M. McBeth, 30 years old of Sandwich, Illinois, was under theContinue reading “Mykle M. McBeth”
- Chad M. GrayOn 05/20/26 Officers responded to the 1300-block of N. Main St, Sandwich, Illinois for the report of a disorderly subject. Upon further investigation Chad M. Gray, 52 years old of East Peoria, Illinois, was placed under arrest for Public Indecency.Continue reading “Chad M. Gray”
- Marlon SolaresOn 05/19/26 Officers conducted a traffic stop in the area of the 100-block of N. Main St, Sandwich, Illinois. Upon further investigation it was determined that the driver, Marlon Solares, 42 years old of Chicago, Illinois, did not possess aContinue reading “Marlon Solares”
- Caleb M. JonesOn 05/16/26 Officers conducted a traffic stop in the area of S. County Line Rd. and Gletty Rd, Sandwich. Upon further investigation it was suspected that the driver, Caleb M. Jones, 19 years old of Sandwich, Illinois, was under theContinue reading “Caleb M. Jones”
- Blake HaefnerOn 05/13/26 Officers arrested Blake Haefner, 18 years old of Sandwich, Illinois, after making contact with him in the 300-block of E. Crofoot St. Haefner was arrested on an original DeKalb County warrant for Possession of Child Sexual Abuse Material.Continue reading “Blake Haefner”
- Police Commission Special Meeting 05/21/26
- John CunninghamOn 05/10/26 Officers arrested John Cunningham, 62 years old of Aurora, Illinois, after making contact with him in the 900-block of E. Arnold St. Cunningham was charged with Unlawful Violation of an Order of Protection and transported to the DeKalbContinue reading “John Cunningham”
- Stephany SanchezOn 05/05/26 Officers responded to a domestic disturbance in the area of the 200-block of E. Pleasant Ave, Sandwich. Upon further investigation it was found that a battery had occurred between family members. Stephany Sanchez, 30 years old of Sandwich,Continue reading “Stephany Sanchez”
- Destiny ChavezOn 05/04/26 Officers conducted a traffic stop in the area of N. Latham St. and E. Bender St, Sandwich, Illinois. Upon further investigation it was determined that the driver, Destiny Chavez, 21 years old of Carpentersville, Illinois, did not possessContinue reading “Destiny Chavez”
- Tyler SupancicOn 05/02/26 Officers conducted a traffic stop in the area of Gletty Rd. and S. County Line Rd, Sandwich. Upon further investigation it was determined that the driver, Tyler Supancic, 26 years old of Sandwich, Illinois, did not possess aContinue reading “Tyler Supancic”
- Julia SarginsonOn 05/02/26 Officers conducted a traffic stop in the area of S. County Line Rd. and Vale St, Sandwich. Upon further investigation it was suspected that the driver, Julia Sarginson, 28 years old of Sandwich, Illinois, was under the influence.Continue reading “Julia Sarginson”
- April Traffic Grant Campaign Results
- Ruben GonzalezOn 05/01/26 Officers conducted a traffic stop in the area of W. Church St. and Fairwind Blvd, Sandwich. Upon further investigation it was determined that the driver, Ruben Gonzalez, 31 years old of Plano, Illinois, did not possess a validContinue reading “Ruben Gonzalez”
- Carlos Xol-BotzocOn 04/27/26 Officers conducted a traffic stop in the area of E. Church St. and Griswold Springs Rd, Sandwich. Upon further investigation it was discovered that the driver, Carlos Xol-Botzoc, 20 years old of Aurora, Illinois, did not possess aContinue reading “Carlos Xol-Botzoc”
- Erika OcegueraOn 04/26/26 Officers conducted a traffic stop in the area of E. Church St. and Sandy Bluff Rd, Sandwich. Upon further investigation it was suspected the driver, Erika Oceguera, 38 years old of Chicago, Illinois, was under the influence. OcegueraContinue reading “Erika Oceguera”