
Our 2026 goals include 1) building community relationships and partnerships, 2) traffic safety, 3) developing our staff, and 4) reducing overall crime


Easter Egg Hunt 2026!
Help us out by RSVP-ing the kids at the link below by March 15th. This isn’t mandatory, but boy it helps us gauge how many eggs we need to lay.
RSVP HERE.

We are proud to present our 2025 year end report:
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🚨 Interested in Becoming a Police Explorer?
The Sandwich Police Explorers Program is now accepting applications of motivated individuals ages 14–20 who want to challenge themselves, develop leadership skills, and learn what it takes to work in law enforcement.
As an Explorer you will:
🔹 Participate in hands-on police training
🔹 Learn radio communication and investigations
🔹 Train in realistic law enforcement scenarios
🔹 Build teamwork and leadership skills
🔹 Assist with community events
🔹 Experience the profession firsthand
This program is a commitment, but it is also a great opportunity to gain experience, build confidence, and grow as a leader.
📅 Meetings are held every other Saturday and Wednesday
If you or someone you know may be interested in learning more about the program, please contact:
📧Officer Hegland at Ehegland@sandwich.il.us
We look forward to welcoming the next group of Sandwich Police Explorers.
The Sandwich Police Explorers Program is now accepting applications of motivated individuals ages 14–20 who want to challenge themselves, develop leadership skills, and learn what it takes to work in law enforcement.
As an Explorer you will:
🔹 Participate in hands-on police training
🔹 Learn radio communication and investigations
🔹 Train in realistic law enforcement scenarios
🔹 Build teamwork and leadership skills
🔹 Assist with community events
🔹 Experience the profession firsthand
This program is a commitment, but it is also a great opportunity to gain experience, build confidence, and grow as a leader.
📅 Meetings are held every other Saturday and Wednesday
If you or someone you know may be interested in learning more about the program, please contact:
📧Officer Hegland at Ehegland@sandwich.il.us
We look forward to welcoming the next group of Sandwich Police Explorers.

Severe thunderstorms are expected to develop this afternoon and continue through this evening, ending overnight for areas southeast of Interstate 80. The main threats are large hail and flooding for areas north of I-80. All severe weather hazards are possible along and south of Interstate 80, including the possibility for strong tornadoes.

🐰Please RSVP the kiddos by March 15th at www.sandwichilpolice.com! It's not mandatory, but boy does it help us gauge how many eggs to lay!🐰
✅For any questions please contact Sgt. Dan Whitecotton (dwhitecotton@sandwich.il.us)
✅For any questions please contact Sgt. Dan Whitecotton (dwhitecotton@sandwich.il.us)
Public Communications
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- Michael GodfreyOn 03/11/26 Officers responded to a Domestic Disturbance in the area of 600-block of E. Railroad St, Sandwich. Upon further investigation it was found that a battery had occurred between family members. Michael Godfrey, 51 years old of Sandwich, Illinois,Continue reading “Michael Godfrey”
- Enrique Guzman-InterinoOn 03/10/26 Officers responded to a Domestic Disturbance in the 600-block of N. Castle St, Sandwich. Upon further investigation it was determined that a battery had occurred between family members. Enrique Guzman-Interino, 45 years old of Sandwich, Illinois, was placedContinue reading “Enrique Guzman-Interino”
- Omar EscobedoOn 03/10/26 Officers conducted a traffic stop in the area of E. Church St. and Drew Ave, Sandwich. Upon further investigation it was determined that the driver, Omar Escobedo, 19 years old of Leland, Illinois, did not possess a validContinue reading “Omar Escobedo”
- Collin SnowOn 03/06/26 Officers conducted a traffic stop in the area of South County Line Rd. and Gletty Rd, Sandwich. Upon further investigation it was suspected that the driver, Collin Snow, 27 years old of Sandwich, Illinois, was under the influence.Continue reading “Collin Snow”
- Brandon SenterOn 03/03/26 Officers were investigating a report of Criminal Damage to Property. Officers made contact with the suspect, Brandon Senter, 29 years old of Sandwich, Illinois, in the 900-block of E. Church St. After further investigation Senter was placed underContinue reading “Brandon Senter”
- Callie S. FerrarioOn 02/27/26 Officers responded to the 200 block of Bender St, Sandwich, for a domestic disturbance. Upon further investigation it was determined that a battery had occurred between family members. Callie S. Ferrario, 20 years old of Sandwich, Illinois, wasContinue reading “Callie S. Ferrario”
- Francisco J. Ramirez-GarciaOn 02/28/26 Officers conducted a traffic stop in the area of W. Church St. and Fairwind Blvd, Sandwich. Upon further investigation it was suspected that the driver, Francisco J. Ramirez-Garcia, 31 years old of Sandwich, Illinois, was under the influence.Continue reading “Francisco J. Ramirez-Garcia”
- Police Commission Special Meeting 03/05/26
- Police Commission Special Meeting 03/03/26
- Yousef AtikOn 02/22/26 Officers made contact with Yousef Atik, 31 years old of Sandwich, Illinois. It was known to Officers that Atik possessed a valid warrant out of DeKalb County for Battery relating to an on-going SPD investigation. Atik was bookedContinue reading “Yousef Atik”
- Eleazar Camacho-Aguilar Jr.On 02/18/26 Officers conducted a traffic stop in the area of N. Latham St. and E. 3rd St, Sandwich. Upon further investigation it was suspected that the driver, Eleazar Camacho-Aguilar Jr, 24 years old of Aurora, Illinois, was under theContinue reading “Eleazar Camacho-Aguilar Jr.”
- James FaltzOn 02/15/26 Officers conducted a traffic stop in the area of N. 48th Rd. and E. 2750th Rd, Sandwich. Upon further investigation it was suspected that the driver, James Faltz, 19 years old of Sheridan, Illinois, was under the influence.Continue reading “James Faltz”
- Adam GerlachOn 02/14/26 Officers conducted a traffic stop in the area of W. Church St. and Fairwind Blvd, Sandwich. Upon further investigation it was suspected that the driver, Adam Gerlach, 21 years old of Montgomery, Illinois, was under the influence. GerlachContinue reading “Adam Gerlach”
- Laura SteffensOn 02/12/26 Detectives made contact with Laura Steffens at the Sandwich Police Department who wished to turn herself in on a warrant initially filed by SPD for Financial Exploitation of an Elderly Person and felony Theft. Steffens was processed andContinue reading “Laura Steffens”
- Rebecca UptegroveOn 02/11/26 Officers made contact with Rebecca Uptegrove in the 1200 block of Lauren Dr, Sandwich. It was known to Officers that Uptegrove possessed multiple warrants related to the following offenses:1) Battery out of Kendall County. 2) Aggravated Fleeing andContinue reading “Rebecca Uptegrove”



