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Round Lake Park, Il. 60073
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Commander Lepe Recognized for 20 Years of Service

The Round Park Police Department and the Round Lake Park Village Board recently recognized Commander Lepe for his 20 years of service. Commander Lepe previously worked for the Federal Aviation Police and the Village of Hainesville. He has been assigned to patrol, investigations, narcotics and gangs. Commander Lepe is recognized as an expert Gang Officer and has been asked to testify as an expert witness. During his assignment to investigations he assisted in a narcotics case that led to … [Read more...]

How to Obtain a Police Report – FOIA

What is FOIA?  FOIA is an acronym for the Freedom of Information Act. FOIA is an open-government law grounded in the principle that the public should be able to access public records and information about the workings of their government. FOIA provides that the people are entitled to full and complete information regarding the affairs of government and the official acts and policies of those who represent them as public officials, and that such access is necessary to enable … [Read more...]

Welcome Officer Mitsven

Welcome to our latest lateral transfer Officer Tim Mistven. Tim recently retired from the Round Lake Beach Police Department after 20 years of service. Tim achieved the rank of Sergeant, was officer of the year twice, a highly decorated police veteran who is a tactical expert. Tim served on the NIPAS Emergency Services Team receiving numerous awards. Tim is also a SWAT instructor, defensive tactics specialist, less lethal master instructor etc.  Tim served in the United States Marine Corp … [Read more...]

Tobacco 21 Law

Tobacco 21 law change: Bans the sale of tobacco products, vaping products, and liquid nicotine products to anyone younger than 21.  Removes illegal “possession” laws for underage people seen with the aforementioned products and scraps a provision that would require a minor and guardian to attend a smoking prevention class. Sets the legal age of selling e-cigarette products at 16 to match tobacco laws with exceptions for family-owned businesses. Adds e-cigarettes to products … [Read more...]

Coffee With A Cop

The community of Round Lake Park, IL. really appreciates our "Coffee With A Cop" program.  What started as a community outreach program has evolved into a positive event for the police and the community. Periodically the Round Lake Park Police Department hosts Coffee With a Cop which is simply an opportunity to meet with Officers in an informal environment while enjoying a free cup of … [Read More]

RLPPD 28th Annual Shop With A Cop

On December 6, 2024 the Round Lake Park Police Department held it’s twenty-eighth annual “Shop with a Cop” program.  RLPPD has many people to thank for making this another successful community event. Chief Daniel Burch and the Round Lake Park Police Department would like to thank the many residents and local businesses that supported the twenty-eighth annual Round Lake Park Police … [Read More]

Simple Steps for a Safer Halloween

According to the Safekids.org website, on average, children are more than twice as likely to be hit by a car and killed on Halloween than on any other day of the year. Consider incorporating the safety tips listed below to help the spookie trick-or-treaters stay safe. Top Tips for Halloween Safety Carry glow sticks or flashlights, use reflective tape or stickers on costumes and bags, and … [Read More]

Vacation Home Security Tips

Arrange a Vacation Watch The Round Lake Park police department has a Vacation Watch Program. Simply contact us and we will schedule checks on your home while your away.  Never disclose your residence on social media Make sure that your all social media profiles are not included your location information. It is clever decision to keep your residence out of your any social media posts … [Read More]

Community MeetUp Spot

Internet purchase and sale exchange program The Round Lake Park Police Department partnered with “OfferUp” to provide a safe location for community members a safe transaction site for buyers and sellers from the online market place. The concept of the program is to protect both the buyer and seller knowing that law enforcement is watching them, they’re less likely to engage in a crime … [Read More]

A Way Out

The Round Lake Park Police Department is one of several law enforcement agencies participating in "A Way Out". The program was established by the Lake County Opioid Initiative several years ago to implement a program to evaluate and sustain a multi-strategy county-wide effort to prevent opioid abuse, addiction , overdose and death. Chief George Filenko is one of four co-founders of … [Read More]

Tips to Prevent Carjacking

Carjacking is defined as stealing a car by force, very often while the offender is armed with a gun. Carjacking is not just a problem in large cities like Chicago; it happens in suburbs, small towns, and rural areas. Rather than stealing parked cars, many violent criminals find it much easier to steal a car while the owner is inside with the keys in the ignition. Many of these cars are stolen and … [Read More]

Car Thefts and Burglaries-Don’t be a Victim

With most vehicle thefts and burglaries the victim provides the burglar with the opportunity by leaving their vehicle unlocked, running, keys left in the car or their window open. Most property stolen is left in plain view where anyone walking by the car can see it lying there. Burglaries and vehicle thefts only take a matter of seconds. What we need to do is to make their job more difficult by … [Read More]

REAL ID Scams: Beware of Texts and Emails

State officials are warning consumers that criminals are seeking their personal data under the guise of helping them obtain a REAL ID, a government-issued driver's license or identification card that eventually will be required to board domestic flights or enter certain federal facilities. Due to the pandemic, the deadline for a REAL ID compliant license has been pushed to May 3, 2023. The … [Read More]

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