This page is intended to provide general information about the Wauconda Police Department and issues relevant to the agency and the community it serves. ๐
A big thanks to our employees that participated in the ๐๐ปโโ๏ธ๐ฅ2023 Illinois Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics. Not only was it a beautiful day โ๏ธ but we also raised awareness and funds for Special Olympics Illinois! #WaucondaPD
NOTICE: Monday, May 29th Main St will be closed from 9:30 am - 12:30 pm for the Wauconda Memorial Day Parade. The closure will extend from Garland Rd to Rt 176. Residents will not have access to Main St during those hours and should plan accordingly. Thanks for your cooperation.
Congrats ๐ to Richard and his wife on being the first๐ฅWauconda residents to apply for and obtain the Villageโs new Non-Highway Vehicle permit. Attached is a checklist of the requirements for this permit. Please stop by the station if you have any questions. #GolfCarts#WPD
@DotWildly We would be happy to help. What is the nearest intersection? You can also call dispatch at 847-526-2421 as our social media is not monitored 24/7.
This cute girl ๐ถ was found on Heron Ln in Liberty Lakes subdivision. If you have any info to help reunite her with her family, please call 847โ526โ2421. #founddog#lostdog
K9 Badger ๐ฆด& Ofc Finze๐ฎ๐ปโโ๏ธassisted a nearby PD with a vehicle on a traffic stop. After Badger made a positive indication on the exterior of the vehicle, drugs and an unlawfully possessed handgun were found. The driver and passenger are both facing criminal charges. #GoodBoyBadger
Congrats ๐๐ป to Allie Guerrero who was sworn in as President of the Illinois Law Enforcement Administrative Professionals. This organization has 124 members across Illinois that share data & knowledge, enhance individual organizations, professional goals & continuing education.๐ฅณ
We have received several reports of counterfeit $100 bills being used at local businesses. These counterfeit bills are an older style bill, have serial number B59281911A and passed counterfeit pen tests. Please use caution when accepting $100 bills. #WaucondaPD#CounterfeitMoney
Congratulations to๐ฎ๐ปโโ๏ธSergeant Tim Burke on his retirement! Sgt. Burke served the Village of Wauconda for 26 years and will be greatly missed. The WPD family ๐wishes him all the best in his retirement!๐#WaucondaPD#HappyRetirement
Please join us in welcoming our newest officer, Christian Pascente, to the department. He will begin his field training this week. Please say hello if you see him out and about! #WaucondaPD
Thanks to all who stopped by to see us yesterday at Jewel-Osco. We collected an amazing amount of food and cash donations for the Wauconda Island Lake Food Pantry. #HolidayFoodDrive#WaucondaStrong
This female brindle mix ๐ถ, unknown breed, was found recently at Main St and Rt 176. She looks younger and has no chip or tags. If you have any info, please call 847-526-2421. #lostdog#founddog