Morrison Police Department reports the following Arrests and Citations issued as of Friday August 22, 2025. On Saturday, August 16, 2025, Morrison Police arrested Kenneth Farthing, age 62, of Morrison IL. Farthing was arrested for Disorderly Conduct, misdemeanor. Farthing was released with a court date. On Sunday, August 17,
On Tuesday, August 19, 2025, at approximately 4:54 p.m., Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office Telecommunications received a 911 call, reporting a single-vehicle crash on Moline Road, west of Yorktown Road. Deputies arriving on scene determined that a black 2018 Nissan Sentra, driven by 27-year-old Marley Yetterberg of Erie, IL, was traveling
At approximately 3:03 p.m. on Friday, August 15, 2025, Whiteside County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a report of a single-vehicle crash with entrapment, on Moline Road near Hillside Road, in Erie Township. The preliminary investigation shows that a westbound vehicle driven by Frankie S. George, 72, of Erie, crossed
On Monday, August 11, 2025, Sheriff John F. Booker announced that Deputies from the Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office will be working overtime, during the upcoming Whiteside County Fair, scheduled for August 12–16, to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all attendees. “Our top priority is public safety,” said
On Thursday, July 31, 2025, members of the Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office assisted the Mount Prospect, IL, Police Department, in locating and arresting Bashkim Rockwell, 38, of 206 8th Avenue, Sterling, IL. Rockwell was taken into custody without incident in Sterling, following an investigation into a firearm discharge that
Whiteside County Crime Stoppers is saddened by the passing of longtime member Glenda Bruins. Glenda dedicated many years to supporting Crime Stoppers and its mission of keeping the community safe. In her memory, a memorial donation of funds was made to the Whiteside Area Career Center. This gift reflects
As students across Whiteside County head back to school soon, Sheriff John F. Booker is reminding drivers, parents, and the community to take extra precautions to keep children safe. “Our children are our most precious resource, and it is everyone’s responsibility to help them get to-and-from school safely,” said
Morrison Police Department reports the following Tickets and Citations issued as of Thursday, July 31, 2025. On Saturday, July 19, 2025, Morrison Police issued a City Ordinance ticket for Public Intoxication to Kristopher Ludvigsen, age 32, of Morrison, IL. The Morrison Police Department has issued five more State of Illinois
With extreme heat and humidity forecasted in the coming days, Sheriff John F. Booker is encouraging all residents to take the weather seriously, look out for one another, and maybe even take a break from any bad decisions. “Heat like this isn’t just uncomfortable; it can be downright dangerous,”
At approximately 6:15 a.m. on Monday, July 21, 2025, the Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office responded to a 911 call, reporting a four-vehicle traffic crash on Illinois Route 84, near the intersection of Lock Road in rural Fulton, IL. An initial investigation by responding Deputies and the Sheriff’s Office Crash
Morrison Police Department reports the following Citations issued as of Thursday, July 18, 2025. On June 26, 2025, Morrison Police issued State Traffic Citations to Jorge Gutierrez Salas, age 29, of Rockford, IL. Salas was cited for Leaving Scene of Accident, Revoked Registration, and No Proof of Registration. Salas
Sheriff John F. Booker urges all residents to stay vigilant, as scams targeting our community continue to rise. The Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office has received numerous reports of residents being contacted by scammers, through phone calls, emails, and text messages. These scams often involve callers pretending to be Law
Editor’s note: This press release includes additional information than the original post. Suspects Castro and Hemminger turned themselves into the Sheriff’s Office on July 3. The Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office is providing an update on Operation Triple Strike: one in custody, two wanted for Aggravated Discharge of a Firearm. Baraka
“All suspects are in custody now,” Sheriff John F. Booker reported on Thursday, July 3, 2025, a day after his July 2, press release. Emillio Castro (18) and Ethon Hemminger (18), both of Rock Falls, IL, turned themselves in at the Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office. He stated, “The Sheriff’s
On Thursday, July 10, 2025, Whiteside County Sheriff John F. Booker reminded the pubic how important Crime Stoppers is, to solving crimes and keeping our community safe. Crime Stoppers is a vital program, that allows citizens to provide anonymous tips about criminal activity. Many cases have been solved thanks