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Patrick Kreis, Interim Chief of Police
Community
Relations: Sandra K. Barefield 847-716-3429
Police Operations and Administrative Offices: 410 Green
Bay Road, Winnetka, IL 60093
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Crime Prevention Alert
The Winnetka Police Department would like residents to be aware of two recent residential burglaries that took place in Winnetka during daytime hours. Residents are urged to call the Police Department non-emergency phone number at 847.501.6034, to report suspicious activity or people. To read the full Crime Alert, or to schedule a security survey with the Police Department, click here.
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Winnetka Police Department Does not Solicit Donations
Some residents report receiving calls for donations fo the Winnetka Police Department. These calls are in fact coming from the police union, and the Winnetka Police Department does not benefit from these donations. For more detailed information, click here and then scroll down the page for information about "Police" telephone solicitations.
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Winnetka Police Recommend Online System to Keep Track of Valuables
The Winnetka Police Department encourages all residents to use a free online system that will help keep track of valuable personal property. The report-it system is an online service allowing people to record serial numbers and upload images for jewelry, electronics, tools and other valuables. Should those items ever be stolen, Winnetka police say having the information will go a long way in accurately and quickly identifying your property.
The report-it service is a part of LeadsOnline, the online system that works with police across the country to track and recover stolen property. The Winnetka Police Department has used LeadsOnline for 3 years with much success to help track and recover stolen property. The system allows detectives to search for stolen items using a variety of parameters, including item descriptions and serial numbers. Citizens can store an unlimited number of serial numbers, item descriptions, pictures, and scans of receipts so items may be more easily identified in the event of theft. This record may also come in handy when filing claims with insurance providers in the event of loss. Citizens wanting to participate in report-it can register for the free service at http://reportit.leadsonline.com and begin building their personal property inventory list.
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Winnetka PD Warns About Identity Theft
Based on reports of identity theft made to the Winnetka Police, residents should be aware of the following:
- If you receive unwanted or hang-up phone calls, contact your phone service provider.
- If you are told that your phone line has been forwarded without authorization, you should suspect that you may have been the victim of an identity theft and take the following actions:
- Contact your banking institutions and inquire about recent transactions or attempts.
- Contact one of the three major credit bureaus and request a fraud alert. (Equifax, Experian, TransUnion)
- If you discover unauthorized transactions or attempts, contact the Winnetka Police Department.
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Crime Prevention Videos
Click here to view the videos.
The Winnetka Police Department is comprised of twenty eight sworn officers and
ten non sworn employees. Together they staff the three main sections within
the Department:
Administration
,
Operations
, and
Administrative Services
.
The fundamental mission of the Winnetka Police Department is to protect
and serve the community, and to keep it free of crime and disorder.
Winnetka Police Officers adhere to the
Law Enforcement Oath of Honor
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