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City of Chillicothe, Illinois

Chillicothe is in Peoria County, Central Illinois. The city lies on Illinois Route 29 and the Illinois River about 15 miles north of Peoria. The closest major cities to Chillicothe include St. Louis, 172 miles southwest, and Chicago, 150 miles northeast.

The city covers 5,54 square miles, according to the United States Census Bureau (14.34 square kilometers). Roughly 6,137 people are living in the City of Chillicothe in 2023. Chillicothe, Illinois, is known for its rich railroads and the Illinois River. You can visit the city of Chillicothe website for more information.

Chillicothe Police Department, Illinois

The Chillicothe Police Department in Chillicothe, Illinois, is a municipal law enforcement department with specialized police responsibilities in Peoria County. The mission of the police department is to provide locals and visitors with excellent law enforcement services.

The Chillicothe police department aims to provide the community with fair, professional, and polite service. They interact openly with their locals and visitors to guarantee that the department and community's requirements are understood. The department maintains competent personnel, current training, and cutting-edge tools. The primary role of the Police Department is to:

  • Prevent crime
  • Conduct forensics
  • Investigate crimes
  • Apprehend criminals in the act, and
  • Respond to crises and circumstances that compromise public safety.

Five divisions make up the Chillicothe City Police Department. Each division's specialized performance helps with quick assessment and response in emergency and non-emergency scenarios. The divisions are:

Patrol Division

Patrol Officers answer emergency calls from the 911 Center and are the first to arrive at incidents. In addition to responding to calls for service, patrol officers are one of the most recognizable faces of the Chillicothe Police Department.

Officers work to familiarize themselves with the allocated area and the residents they serve inside their patrol beat. When the patrol officers aren't answering 911 calls or helping out other officers, they use their time to deal with ongoing crime issues in particular neighborhoods.

Crime Prevention Division

The Crime Prevention Unit strives to provide information that enables citizens to make informed decisions regarding their safety, property, and compliance with the law. There is also the need to meet with individuals or small groups to discuss legal matters and provide resources to help them make informed decisions. The Crime Prevention Unit hosts events, including seminars and presentations in which attendees learn strategies to minimize their likelihood of becoming victims of crime.

Emergency Response Team (ERT)

The Emergency Response Team's (ERT) goal is similar to that of the Chillicothe Police Department. Members of the ERT must pass a stringent selection procedure and maintain a high level of physical fitness to keep their spots.

There are several roles that the Emergency Response Team (ERT) is responsible for:

  • Crowd control,
  • Crowd containment and management,
  • Crowd dispersal
  • Crowd surveillance,
  • Perimeter protection, and
  • Checkpoint staffing.

Communications Division

One of the most important support services offered by the Chillicothe police department is communications. The Communications Division's primary duty as the PSAP is to ensure that all calls for service are promptly answered by trained personnel. For example, dial 911 in an emergency (fire, police, and paramedic).

Canine Officers

Law enforcement agencies have long used canines' exceptional sense of smell to track down criminals, examine suspicious packages, and uncover concealed evidence. SPD uses several canine dogs, including;

  • Generalist/Patrol Dogs
  • Bomb Detection Dog
  • Narcotics Dogs
  • Electronic Storage Detection Dog.

The dogs are highly trained and work with a k9 officer to ensure public safety. Training is continuous since K9 officers live with their dogs.

Scott Mettille is the Chief of the Chillicothe Police Department. The physical address of the Chillicothe Police Department is 823 North 2nd Street, Chillicothe, Illinois, 61523. You can contact the department via 309-274-2129 or fax (309) 274-3930. Scott Mettille, the Chief of Police, is also available via [email protected].

Welcome to the Chillicothe Police Department's official webpage. Here you may discover more about the police department and its community involvement.

Chillicothe IL Jail Roster

You can view a list of current inmates held at Peoria County on the Chillicothe jail roster. The jail roster includes inmates convicted of assault, murder, robbery, substance abuse, and other offenses.

Anyone can check their loved one's information by sending correspondence to the relevant department. The database is regularly updated to prevent any inconsistencies. The website offers printer-friendly versions, enabling interested parties to download copies of the records of inmates.

Inmate Search in Chillicothe, Illinois

The Illinois Department of Correction offers ways for family members to locate their loved ones on probation, parole, or incarceration in different state prisons and jails. Interested parties can use the following information to find an inmate:

  • Inmates full name
  • Date of birth of the inmate
  • Inmates DOC Number.

Visit the official website of the Illinois Department of Correction to find an inmate. Choose "Inmate Search" and input the detainee's last name, IDOC number, or date of birth.

Call the Chillicothe Police Department's administrative department at (309) 274-2129 between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. if you believe a friend or loved one may be detained there. Include the inmate's date of birth, full name, and, if necessary, the booking number when you contact the Chillicothe Police Department Jail.