Illinois State Police Investigate Fatal Crash

On Saturday, July 28, 2018, at approximately 1:27 a.m., the Illinois State Police (ISP) responded to a traffic crash on IL 72 at Oak Court in Ogle County.  ISP Troopers arrived and found Unit 1, a 2003 Dodge pickup, had been traveling eastbound on IL 72.  Unit 2, a 2007

July 20 Morrison Police Report

Morrison Police Chief Brian Melton reports the following Arrests made and Citations issued since Friday, July 20, 2018. Arrests:  On Tuesday, July 24, 2018, at approximately 10:55 p.m., Morrison Police conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle driven by Nathan G. Shipley, age 35 of Morrison, IL, on Heaton Street

Morrison Police Report of July 20

Morrison Police Chief Brian Melton reports the following Arrests made and Citations issued since Friday, July 20, 2018. Arrests:  On Tuesday, July 24, 2018, at approximately 10:55 p.m., Morrison Police conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle driven by Nathan G. Shipley, age 35 of Morrison, IL, on Heaton Street

Sheriff’s Office Speed Awareness Day Results

On Wednesday, July 25, 2018, Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office participated in a Statewide program called Speed Awareness Day.  Whiteside County Deputies joined forces with local agencies and took a proactive approach to promote safety for motorist in Whiteside County. During a 24-hour period, Deputies conducted 37 traffic stops in Whiteside

July 13 Morrison Police Report

Morrison Police Chief Brian Melton reports the following Arrests made and Citations issued since Friday, July 13, 2018. Arrests: On Monday, July 17, 2018, at approximately 4:00 p.m., Morrison Police arrested Bradley V. Tregloan, age 67 of Morrison, IL, pursuant to an Arrest Warrant issued by Whiteside County, charging Tregloan

Methamphetamine Distribution Investigation Ends with Arrest

Editor’s note:  Chief of Police Brian Melton was asked why Morrison, IL, was not a member of the Illinois State Police Blackhawk Area Task Force.  He replied that, to become a member, a Police Department must have an assigned, undercover, Drug Enforcement Officer.  MPD does not. All individuals are presumed innocent

July 2018 Albany Police Summary

Albany, IL, Chief of Police Wyatt M. Heyvaert reported, “With the first half of the 2018 year being completed, Albany Police Department has had an increase of the following: • Traffic Related Arrest• Felony Cases• Cannabis/Methamphetamine Arrest• Criminals in Possession of Firearms when encountered by Officers.” “Officers make traffic stops

July 16 Sheriff’s Office Report and Fatality

These arrests are merely a charge, and he/she is presumed innocent until proven guilty. 7-13-18 at 11:00 p.m.  Amy A. Dawson, age 42 of Dixon, IL, was stopped for improper lane usage on Dixon Avenue near McNeil Road, Rock Falls, IL.  She was cited for No Valid Driver’s License and

June 29 Morrison Police Report

Morrison Police Chief Brian Melton reports the following Arrests made and Citations issued since Friday, June 29, 2018. Arrests: On Monday, July 2, 2018, at approximately 3:00 p.m., Morrison Police arrested Lynette S. Makl, age 47 of Morrison, IL, pursuant to an Arrest Warrant issued by Rock Island County, charging

June 2018 Albany Police Report

Editor’s note:  Beginning July 1, 2018, the Albany, IL, Police Department monthly reports will be posted.  Chief of Police Wyatt Heyvaert organizes them chronologically in one list.  Below is the June Activity Report. June 1-31.) Coty A. Mitchell was arrested for Driving While License Revoked, Possession of Methamphetamine over 15

July 2 Sheriff’s Office Report

These arrests are merely a charge, and he/she is presumed innocent until proven guilty. 6-25-18 at 7:20 p.m.  A citizen reported a vehicle all over the roadway traveling eastbound on U. S. Route 30 entering Morrison, IL.  Deputies stopped the vehicle driven by Shane S. Higdon, age 44 of Morrison. 

July 1 Sheriff’s Office Report

These arrests are merely a charge, and he/she is resumed innocent until proven guilty. On 6/30/18 at 11:41 a.m. Whiteside County Sheriff’s Deputies, along with Erie EMS, and Prophetstown/Lyndon Fire Protection District and EMS, responded to a two-vehicle accident at the intersection of IL Route 78 (Crosby Road) and Moline

June 24 Morrison Police Report

Morrison Police Chief Brian Melton reports the following Arrests made and Citations issued since Sunday, June 24, 2018. Arrests: No arrests to report. The following Citations were issued. Date Name Age Address Violation Cited 6-23-18 Thomas E. May  43 Morrison, IL Driving While License Revoked  6-27-18 Adam M. Rumfelt  30

June 18 Morrison Police Report

Morrison Police Chief Brian Melton reports the following Arrests made and Citations issued since Monday, June 18, 2018. Arrests:  On Tuesday, June 19, 2018, at approximately 12:45 p.m., Morrison Police responded to a motor vehicle crash with injuries at 633 E. Lincolnway (near Scenic Drive), Morrison, IL. As a result

“Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” Safety Checks

Illinois State Police (ISP) District 01 Interim Commander Carl Heintz announces the ISP will conduct Roadside Safety Checks (RSC’s) in Whiteside and Ogle Counties, during the last week of June and the first week of July, 2018.  The use of RSC’s combine a strong sense of public awareness and enforcement,