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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Sergeant Whitecotton and Officer Vaughn joined our Explorers at the Sandwich Fair this year, spending time interacting with families, kids, and other members of our community 🎡🚔
It was a great opportunity for our officers and Explorers to enjoy the fair and connect with the community we serve 💙
It was a great opportunity for our officers and Explorers to enjoy the fair and connect with the community we serve 💙
Today, September 12th, is National Police Woman Day, and we could not think of a better opportunity to recognize Officer Devin Vaughn, the Sandwich Police Department’s one and only female police officer!
Officer Vaughn recently graduated from the police academy and is currently working through her field training. While she may be new to the profession, she has already made a great impression on our department and the community.
Officer Vaughn comes to work every day eager to learn, motivated, and ready to work. She has embraced every challenge thrown her way and continues to improve with each shift. Her enthusiasm for the job, willingness to learn, and genuine desire to serve the community have not gone unnoticed.
Starting a career in law enforcement is no easy task, but Officer Vaughn has hit the ground running and has been doing an outstanding job.
On National Police Woman Day, we are proud to recognize Officer Vaughn and all of the women who have chosen a career in law enforcement and dedicated themselves to serving their communities.
We are proud to have Officer Vaughn as part of the Sandwich Police Department and look forward to watching her continue to grow throughout what we believe will be a long and successful career.
Keep up the great work, Officer Vaughn!
Officer Vaughn recently graduated from the police academy and is currently working through her field training. While she may be new to the profession, she has already made a great impression on our department and the community.
Officer Vaughn comes to work every day eager to learn, motivated, and ready to work. She has embraced every challenge thrown her way and continues to improve with each shift. Her enthusiasm for the job, willingness to learn, and genuine desire to serve the community have not gone unnoticed.
Starting a career in law enforcement is no easy task, but Officer Vaughn has hit the ground running and has been doing an outstanding job.
On National Police Woman Day, we are proud to recognize Officer Vaughn and all of the women who have chosen a career in law enforcement and dedicated themselves to serving their communities.
We are proud to have Officer Vaughn as part of the Sandwich Police Department and look forward to watching her continue to grow throughout what we believe will be a long and successful career.
Keep up the great work, Officer Vaughn!
We Will Never Forget 🇺🇸
Today, members of the Sandwich Police Department joined our community in remembrance of September 11, 2001.
Chief Senne delivered remarks during a somber ceremony honoring the innocent citizens and first responders who lost their lives that day. We also remember the service members who answered the call in the years that followed, especially those who made the ultimate sacrifice and never returned home.
Twenty five years later, we remember the lives lost, the bravery shown, and the unity our nation displayed in the face of unimaginable tragedy.
May we never forget their sacrifice, their courage, and the families who continue to carry their memory.
September 11, 2001
Never Forgotten. 🇺🇸
Today, members of the Sandwich Police Department joined our community in remembrance of September 11, 2001.
Chief Senne delivered remarks during a somber ceremony honoring the innocent citizens and first responders who lost their lives that day. We also remember the service members who answered the call in the years that followed, especially those who made the ultimate sacrifice and never returned home.
Twenty five years later, we remember the lives lost, the bravery shown, and the unity our nation displayed in the face of unimaginable tragedy.
May we never forget their sacrifice, their courage, and the families who continue to carry their memory.
September 11, 2001
Never Forgotten. 🇺🇸
Midnight A Shift spent part of Tuesday evening out in the community at Johnny K’s Cruise Night🚔🚗
Sergeant Meisner and Officer Lundsteen stopped by to check out the cars, meet with community members, and enjoy another great Cruise Night.
Sergeant Meisner and Officer Lundsteen stopped by to check out the cars, meet with community members, and enjoy another great Cruise Night.
Officer Hansen, Sergeant Whitecotton, Sergeant Fasnacht, and Officer French (not pictured), along with members of the Sandwich Fire Department, were recognized tonight at the Sandwich High School football game for First Responder Appreciation Night.
Thank you to Sandwich High School for the recognition and for showing our first responders such great hospitality. We truly appreciate the support from our school and community! 🚓🚒🏈
Thank you to Sandwich High School for the recognition and for showing our first responders such great hospitality. We truly appreciate the support from our school and community! 🚓🚒🏈
Today, September 1st, is National Police K9 Day! 🐾🚔
Established in 2016, National Police K9 Day honors the hardworking K9s who serve alongside law enforcement officers across the country.
We are proud to recognize our very own K9 Musil! We are also grateful to her handler, Sergeant Meisner, for the extra time, training, and dedication that goes into the K9 assignment.
Happy National Police K9 Day, Musil! 🐕🦺💙
Established in 2016, National Police K9 Day honors the hardworking K9s who serve alongside law enforcement officers across the country.
We are proud to recognize our very own K9 Musil! We are also grateful to her handler, Sergeant Meisner, for the extra time, training, and dedication that goes into the K9 assignment.
Happy National Police K9 Day, Musil! 🐕🦺💙
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- Alexis S. Ortiz-IsidroOn 09/11/26 Officers conducted a traffic stop in the 500 block of E. Church St, Sandwich. Upon further investigation it was determined that the driver, Alexis S. Ortiz-Isidro, 35 years old of Michigan, did not possess a valid driver’s license.Continue reading “Alexis S. Ortiz-Isidro”
- Marissa JamesOn 09/07/26 Officers conducted a traffic stop in the area of E. Church St. / S. Latham St, Sandwich. Upon further investigation it was determined that the driver, Marissa James, 24 years old of Sandwich, Illinois, did not possess aContinue reading “Marissa James”
- Nico C. CircelliOn 09/06/26 Officers conducted responded to the 3300 block of E. Drew Ave. for a report of a Domestic Disturbance. Upon further investigation it was determined that Nico C. Circelli, 27 years old of Plainfield, Illinois, had prevented the otherContinue reading “Nico C. Circelli”
- Jordan R. WeeksOn 09/03/26 Officers conducted a traffic stop in the 900 block E. Church St, Sandwich. Upon further investigation it was suspected that the driver, Jordan R. Weeks, 35 years old of Yorkville, Illinois, was under the influence. Weeks was placedContinue reading “Jordan R. Weeks”
- Joseph Way Jr.On 08/30/26 Officers conducted a traffic stop in the area of the 1000-blk of E. Church St. Upon further investigation it was determined that the driver, Joseph Way Jr, 45 years old of Sandwich, Illinois, did not possess a driver’sContinue reading “Joseph Way Jr.”
- Justin MikelOn 08/30/26 Officers conducted a traffic stop in the area of S. Main St. / S. County Line Rd. Upon further investigation it was determined that the driver, Justin Mikel, 35 years old of Plano, Illinois, did not possess aContinue reading “Justin Mikel”
- Anastacio GonzalezOn 08/20/26 Officers conducted a traffic stop in the area of E. Church St. / Duvick Ave, Sandwich. Upon further investigation it was determined that the driver, Anastacio Gonzalez, 84 years old of Sandwich, Illinois, did not possess a validContinue reading “Anastacio Gonzalez”
- Jesus Alberto Dominguez-EspirituOn 08/18/26 Officers conducted a traffic stop in the area of Griswold Springs Rd. / Sandy Bluff Rd, Sandwich. Upon further investigation it was determined that the driver, Jesus Alberto Dominguez-Espiritu, 33 years old of Chicago, Illinois, did not possessContinue reading “Jesus Alberto Dominguez-Espiritu”
- Daniel D. WilsonOn 08/16/26 Officers made contact with a subject known to have a valid DeKalb County Domestic Battery warrant in the 100-block of N. Castle St, Sandwich. Daniel D. Wilson, 22 years old of Sandwich, Illinois, was placed under arrest andContinue reading “Daniel D. Wilson”
- Derek W. HallOn 08/14/26 Officers conducted a traffic stop in the area of 100 block E. Church St, Sandwich. Upon further investigation it was suspected that the driver, Derek W. Hall, 34 years old of Somonauk, Illinois, was under the influence. HallContinue reading “Derek W. Hall”
- Robert RemyOn 08/10/26 Officers conducted a traffic stop in the area of Pearl St. and E. Railroad St, Sandwich. Upon further investigation it was determined that the driver, Robert Remy, 35 years old of Earlville, Illinois, did not possess a validContinue reading “Robert Remy”
- Jacob N. TocheckOn 08/10/26 Officers conducted a traffic stop in the 100 block of E. Market St, Somonauk. Upon further investigation it was determined that the driver, Jacob N. Tocheck, 18 years old of Somonauk, Illinois, did not possess a valid driver’sContinue reading “Jacob N. Tocheck”
- Gina M. CraneOn 08/08/26 Officers responded to a domestic disturbance in the 1000 block of N. Latham St, Sandwich. Upon further investigation it was determined that a battery had occurred between household members. Gina M. Crane, 54 years old of Sandwich, Illinois,Continue reading “Gina M. Crane”
- Anton F. CouncilOn 08/07/26 Officers made contact with a subject known to have a valid DeKalb County warrant for DUI and Domestic Battery in the 400-block of N. Eddy St, Sandwich. Anton F. Council, 46 years old of Sandwich, Illinois, was placedContinue reading “Anton F. Council”
- Angelica Alvarez-PenalozaOn 08/04/26 Officers responded to a disturbance in the 500 block of E. 1st St, Sandwich. While on scene the offender was identified as Angelica Alvarez-Penaloza, 34 years old of Sandwich, Illinois. Officers were aware Alvarez-Penaloza was wanted on anContinue reading “Angelica Alvarez-Penaloza”