State of Illinois Illinois State Police

Annual Report

Illinois State Police

Illinois State Police

2012

On behalf of the outstanding men and women of the Illinois State Police, I am honored and privileged to dedicate this message to fallen ISP Trooper Kyle Deatherage.

It is a message of courage that exemplifies the Integrity, Service and Pride that Trooper Deatherage and all of the sworn and civilian employees have embraced and practice on a daily basis. Trooper Deatherage’s End of Watch on November 26, 2012, reminds all of us about the dangers of police work. As we pay tribute to an exceptional police officer, let us also take a moment to reflect upon the great work being performed throughout this proud organization each and every day.

This report illustrates the significant accomplishments for 2012 and the great examples of hard work being performed by our employees throughout every district. These achievements represent their dual commitment of quality service to this proud agency and to the citizens in all of our communities.

I thank the men and women of the Illinois State Police for their dedication and hard work and for their commitment to be excellent public servants who are willing to accept the formidable challenges to serve and protect the citizens and visitors of Illinois.

Director’s Message“The brave calling of this noble profession and the sacrifices made each and every day by the men and women of the Illinois State Police must never be forgotten…”

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Trooper Kyle W. Deatherage

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Table of Contents

Director’s Message ……………………………………………………………. 2

Trooper Kyle W. Deatherage Tribute ……………………………………….. 3 ISP Budget ………………………………………………………………………. 5 FY11 & FY12 Fiscal ………………………………………………………….... 6-7 Division of Administration .………………………………………………….. 8-11 Division of Forensic Services ……………………………………………… 12-16 Division of Internal Investigation ………………………………………….. 17-18 Division of Operations ………………………………………………………. 19-41 Division of Operations Investigations …………………………………….. 42-51 ISP Recruitment Unit ………………………………………………………… 52-54 ISP Safety Education Unit ………………………………………………….. 55-64 ISP Honor Guard ……………………………………………………………… 65-68 ISP Awards and Honors ……………………………………………………… 69-72 ISP Agency Overview ………………………………………………….……… 73-75

   

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ISP Budget

   

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FISCAL YEAR 2011 & 2012 Final Appropriations ($ in Thousands) FY11 FY12 Administration $35,486.1 $31,366.9Information Services Bureau $11,908.5 $12,141.2Operations $286,654.4 $290,326.9Racetrack $0.0 $0.0Financial Fraud & Forgery $3,232.0 $3,372.0Forensic Services $62,088.4 $58,886.5Internal Investigation $2,853.9 $3,513.7Shared Services $1,567.0 $1,567.0

Total Appropriations $403,790.3 $401,174.2

Total Expenditures by Major Object Code ($ in Thousands) Personal Services & Fringe Benefits $237,523.0 $238,899.6Contractual $9,695.7 $9,543.0Travel $310.5 $314.2Commodities $1,717.0 $1,763.8Printing $228.5 $213.1Equipment $974.5 $814.6Electronic Data Processing $2,055.2 $2,088.9Telecommunications $5,883.3 $6,071.9Operation of Automotive Equipment $9,877.3 $10,232.9Total Other Expenditures $57,747.9 $69,302.2Total Other Line Items $9,172.3 $7,019.6

Total Expenditures $335,185.2 $346,263.8

Grant Resources U.S. Department of Health & Human Services Medicaid Fraud U.S Department of Homeland Security Homeland Security Illinois Motor Vehicle Theft Prevention Council Motor Vehicle Theft Prevention

   

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FISCAL YEAR 2011 & 2012 (Con’t) U.S. Department of Justice Backlog Reduction Bulletproof Vest Program COPS Record Management Crimes Against Seniors Programs (CASP) Cyber Storm Detection & Eradication of Illicit Marijuana Fields Forensic Casework DNA Backlog Reduction Gang Intelligence Database I-UCR Reporting Upgrade Methamphetamine Methamphetamine Response Teams Methamphetamine Training National Criminal History Improvement Program National Forensic Science Improvement Act Program NICS Act Record Improvement Program Operation Campus Teen Alcohol Party (TAP) Rape Kit Backlog Relief Solving Cold Cases with DNA Weapon Inventory and Training U.S. Department of Transportation Highway Safety Program Motor Carrier Safety Assistance Program

Total Resources $0.0 $0.0

Grant Expenditures ($ in Thousands) Metropolitan Enforcement Groups

Total Expenditures $0.0 $0.0

                                        

   

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Division of

Administration

   

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Division of Administration Mission Statement The Division of Administration’s primary mission is to provide administrative and technical support to employees of the Illinois State Police and to law enforcement agencies throughout the State. The Division is comprised of the following two Commands: Support Services Command (Academy, Administrative Services Bureau, Bureau of Identification, and Logistics Bureau) and Technology Services Command (Firearms Services Bureau, Information Services Bureau, and Program Administration Bureau). 2012 Highlights Logistics Bureau The announcement to build a state-of-the-art free-standing forensics laboratory in Belleville reinforces the Department’s commitment to advancing resources in forensic science. The new Belleville laboratory will be approximately 64,000 square feet and its associated worksite will be situated on 2.42 acres in Belleville. The laboratory spaces to be provided include testing laboratories, offices, conference rooms, employee facilities, vehicle bays, firearms testing areas, training facilities, lobby, and attendant mechanical and electrical spaces. The Belleville laboratory is tentatively scheduled to be completed in May 2014. In 2012, 433 vehicles were purchased using FY12 and FY13 funds. During FY12, 282 cars were taken out of service with an average mileage of 155,000 miles. Total mileage on all vehicles removed from service was 43.2 million miles. The Department still has 722 vehicles with over 100,000 miles. Firearms Services Bureau The U.S. Department of Justice, Bureau of Justice Statistics, awarded the Department a $1.2 million NICS Act Record Improvement Program (NARIP) Grant in October 2010. The grant-funded effort was completed in September 2012, and resulted in improvements to the ISP Firearm Owner’s Identification (FOID) System and the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) FOID System. The grant has enabled the Department to improve the quality and electronic transmission of mental health firearm prohibitor information from IDHS to ISP, and from ISP to the FBI National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS). Additionally, the grant has supported the first phase of a three-phase project to replace the ISP FOID System. Phase I of the replacement project incorporated significant changes to the software and hardware infrastructure required for the new FOID system and will improve the storage and retrieval of information and documentation needed to accurately and efficiently process FOID applications or firearm transfer inquiries. In October 2012, the ISP was awarded a second grant in the amount of the $1.65 million to begin Phase II of the FOID modernization program. The Firearms Services Bureau (FSB) continued to experience record levels of FOID card applications and Firearm Transfer Inquiry Program (FTIP) inquiries in 2012. The high volume reflects a long-term trend, with significantly increased demand throughout the last four years. By comparison, FSB received 238,805 FOID applications in 2007; 321,467 in 2011; and 338,614 in 2012. Additionally, FSB received 160,924 FTIP requests in 2007; 275,894 in 2011; and 357,791 in 2012.

   

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Information Services Bureau The ISP’s Data Center was relocated from the Armory Building to the Department of Central Management Services (CMS). The entire mainframe upgrade project was successfully completed in the fall of 2012 and contains a new mainframe, tape library, a virtual tape system, and direct access storage devices. The Information Services Bureau (ISB) used National Criminal History Improvement Program (NCHIP) grant funding to develop programming to allow the Department to send court dispositions electronically to the FBI via the Interstate Identification Index. The Bureau of Identification The Bureau of Identification (BOI) facilitated funding to the offices of eight circuit clerks. The circuit clerks used the funding to post dispositions to electronic web services, which allows the Department easier access and will improve disposition reporting. BOI also increased its ability to send palm prints and booking photos to the FBI’s database. A new Mobile Identification Pilot Project (Mobile ID) was launched providing officers in the field with the capability to capture fingerprints through rapid biometric identification of individuals within the Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS), and the FBI's Repository of Individuals of Special Concern (RISC). Traffic Stop Statistical Study Program Rollout A new framework to gather and report traffic stop statistics was implemented in December of 2012. The system was developed to meet the requirements of revised legislation and to more accurately record information of patrol traffic stops.

Program Administration Bureau I-CLEAR/I-Case I-Case is being used by all ISP investigative zones, patrol districts, and DII Commands. I-Case is also being utilized by the following external criminal justice agencies: DuPage Metropolitan Enforcement Group, Mt. Olive Police Department, St. Clair County Sheriff’s Office, New Athens Police Department, East Carondelet Police Department, Wonder Lake Police Department, Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office, and Kincaid Police Department. As a result, more than 2,400 users entered information into I-Case. These users have submitted over 82,000 cases into I-Case, representing more than 1,790,000 reports. Cases range from complex violent crime investigations to non-criminal incident reports.

   

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Conceal Carry Legislation In late 2012, Illinois became the last state to lose its ban on concealed carry permits when a U.S. federal court ruled it unconstitutional. Plans to implement the concealed carry framework began in 2012 and are ongoing. Academy Cadet Class 119 graduated from the Academy on February 10, 2012. Sixty-three Cadets completed the intense training program. Cadet Class 120 reported to the ISP Training Academy on September 16, 2012. Fifty-six cadets graduated on March 8, 2013.

ISP Cadets in training

The Academy conducted four 480-Hour Basic Recruit Classes in 2012. One thousand and three (1,003) ISP and local officers were also trained as Breath Analysis Operators (BAOs). The Academy also trained eight new ISP canine teams and twenty two canine teams from local law enforcement agencies. In addition, 240 teams were recertified by the ISP Academy Canine Unit.

   

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Division of

Forensic Services

   

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Division of Forensic Services Mission Statement To provide the state of Illinois with the ability to improve the effectiveness of the criminal justice community and enhance public safety by delivering accurate, complete and timely crime scene evidence collection and forensic laboratory analysis.

2012 Highlights Construction of Illinois State Police New Metro-East Forensic Science Laboratory in Belleville, Illinois Construction plans were announced at a groundbreaking ceremony on February 12, 2012, by Governor Pat Quinn, ISP and local elected officials and community leaders. The state-of-the-art laboratory will be the new combined facility which will provide forensic science services to the southern part of Illinois and is expected to be complete by Spring 2014.

Groundbreaking Ceremony Held at the Site of the New Metro-East Forensic Science Laboratory in Belleville, IL. Illinois Governor Pat Quinn , Senator William Haine, State Representatives Scott Penny and Jay Hoffman and Illinois State Police Colonel Marc Maton, and guests.

   

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Forensic Sciences Command Maintains ISO Reaccreditation In 1982, the Illinois State Police (ISP) forensic science laboratory system became the first in the United States and worldwide to be accredited by the American Society of Crime Laboratory Directors/Laboratory Accreditation Board (ASCLD/LAB). Beginning in 2005,

the Forensic Sciences Command (FSC) incorporated the ISO 17025 standard into its quality system and the laboratories were accredited under this standard by Forensic Quality Services-International. In 2012, the FSC laboratories underwent a comprehensive and stringent reaccreditation assessment and were reaccredited under ISO 17025 in December 2012. The ISO 17025 accreditation recognizes that FSC laboratories meet international quality requirements and have the technical proficiency to perform specific forensic analyses.

Program Managers Assigned to Forensic Sciences Command The Forensic Sciences Command (FSC) assigned three Program Managers into the structure of the FSC Command. These managers are primarily responsible for researching new technology and trends, implementing lab policies and procedures, advising technical leaders and coordinating technical committee’s within the respective disciplines for which they oversee. The DNA Program Manager coordinates the Section 20 DNA outsourcing initiative. The DNA Program Manager also reviews and approves section recommendations for changes to analytical procedures and policies and ensures the changes are implemented.

The Patterned Evidence Program Manager has developed a prioritized list of anticipated technical and administrative issues to be addressed within the specialties of this forensic discipline. It includes assisting in the development of technical specifications for procurement of digital imaging systems for the Firearms Section; overseeing administration of the digital imaging program within the Latent Prints, Forensic Biology/DNA and current expansion into the Firearms/Toolmarks Section; working with Firearms/Toolmarks Section members and managers to identify efficiencies and unnecessary examinations in case analysis; and developing new policies to incorporate them. The Toxicology Program Manager reviews quantitation procedures used in Toxicology to determine the future course of action to ensure the Toxicology Section continues to meet accreditation requirements.

   

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Crime Scene Services Command Implements New Reporting System In January 2012, the Crime Scene Services Command (CSSC) put the Crime Scene Investigator (CSI) Law Enforcement Unit Evidence System (CLUES), an internally developed computer application, into production. The program increased efficiency by capturing administrative, training and timekeeping information in a single database. This replaced the former practice of maintaining four separate databases requiring redundant entries. During 2012, the CSSC also developed several enhancements to CLUES which decreased the turn-around-times for crime scene reports. This system allows supervisors to review reports, notes, and photographs from their offices eliminating the need to travel hundreds of miles to capture reports. The CLUES enhancements will increase the scope of cases subjected to supervisory reviews from approximately five percent of cases to 100 percent of cases worked by all CSIs. These practices are intended to increase the timeliness and quality of CSSC reporting. Crime Scene Services Command Instructs Training Class to Local Law Enforcement CSSC administered a five-week training course on crime scene investigation at the Illinois State Police Academy. Officers from numerous law enforcement agencies throughout Illinois received instruction on topics ranging from photography to blood-stain pattern analysis and forensic entomology. CSSC also introduced a shorter, basic crime scene curriculum which was offered in partnership with the Mobile Training Units (MTUs).

Crime Scene Investigators Examine Blood Stain Patterns

   

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DIVISION OF FORENSIC SERVICES Case Statistics For 2012

Performance Metric 2012 Number of property crime scenes processed 1,640 Number of crimes against person (i.e., violent crime) scenes processed 1,143 Percentage of crimes against person scenes responded to in 1 hour or less

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Number of computer evidence cases processed 76 Number of forensic cases worked 95,127 Percentage of total forensic cases worked within 30 days 61.94% DNA Case Backlog (defined as in progress and cases not started for more than 30 days)

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Number of forensic DNA profiles uploaded to CODIS 4,311 Number of investigations aided by CODIS 1,706 Percentage of all forensic cases worked for local law enforcement agencies

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Division of

Internal Investigation

   

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Division of Internal Investigation Mission Statement The Division of Internal Investigation’s (DII) primary mission is to provide thorough, fair, and impartial investigations of all allegations, reduce the incidence of misconduct within the Department and within the executive branch, and to maintain a high level of trust in the Illinois State Police and in public office. The DII specializes in investigating alleged misconduct, corruption, conflict of interest and malfeasance in state government including the various executive departments, agencies, commissions, and boards under the jurisdiction of the Governor. Among its diverse responsibilities are the investigations of financial crimes, theft of state property and charges of abuse or neglect of inmates of state correctional institutions and residents of mental health facilities. 2012 Highlights

DII North and South Commands opened 620 internal investigations in 2012, with DII

agents responsible for handling 519 of those investigations. Each command assigned personnel to federal public corruption task forces during this reporting period.

The Administrative Services Bureau, Background Investigations Unit completed 588 backgrounds and 406 criminal history checks on employees for the Illinois State Police. The Unit also completed 2,036 backgrounds/criminal history checks for agencies under the Governor’s jurisdiction in 2012.

The Identified Offender Program (IOP) personnel conducted 2,897 criminal history analyses in 2012.

DII personnel conducted presentations on the disciplinary process to Cadets, Probationary Troopers, Command Personnel, Promotional School Attendees, and the Association of Black Law Enforcement (ABLE) Officers.

DII personnel conducted multiple presentations to employees of the Illinois Department of Human Services Mental Health Facilities. The presentations focused on outlining the DII investigative process and providing direction and guidance to DHS personnel related to allegations of criminal conduct.

DII personnel participated in surveillance training provided by members of the Division of Operations Special Operations Command. Classroom instruction, site survey work, and surveillance scenarios were provided.

Personnel continue to support local communities and generously contributed time and resources to a wide variety of causes, including: Illinois Department of Children and Family Services’ Christmas for Kids, Salvation Army, Build A Bear, Shop with a Cop, Crossroads (Habitat for Humanity), Loyola University Medical Center Bone Marrow Transplant Society, Lymphoma Society, YMCA Indian Guides, China Town Race for Literacy, Chicago Children’s Memorial Hospital, the ISP Heritage Foundation and Memorial Park, State Employees’ Combined Appeal Campaign, and local athletic organizations.

   

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Division

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The Division of Operations

Mission Statement The Division of Operations’ primary mission is to provide public safety through the functions of highway patrol, criminal investigations, drug enforcement, and safety education. The Division of Operations (DOO) is comprised of a network of 21 Districts and seven Zone offices located throughout the state of Illinois. The operational structure of DOO is divided into four regional commands. Each region consists of a number of ISP districts responsible for patrol and investigative offices. The Division of Operations also oversees specialized units that include the Special Operations Command, the Joint Terrorism Task Force, the Medicaid Fraud Control Bureau, the Riverboat Gaming Command, the State Terrorism and Intelligence Center, and the Air Operations Bureau. 2012 Highlights 2012 NATO Chicago Summit The Illinois State Police supported local, county and federal law enforcement agencies with police resources for one of the largest international security events held in ISP history - the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) Summit. More than 700 ISP officers statewide were assigned to the event and provided security for venues, dignitaries, visitors and the citizens of Illinois. In advance of the Summit, ISP conducted several operational drills and exercises that included intelligence planning, logistics and intense rapid response and crowd control training.

ISP NATO Lapel Pin SWAT Crowd Control

ISP law enforcement officials maintained a visible presence throughout Chicago and Illinois during the NATO detail. ISP districts statewide responded to more than 139 crashes, 74 motorist assists, 53 traffic offenses, and 65 criminal offenses during the NATO Summit from May 18-21.

   

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ISP Director Hiram Grau & CPD Superintendent Garry McCarthy Praise ISP Officers

ISP NATO Multi-Agency Command Post & Communications Center at UIC.

Presidential Inauguration

. Illinois State Police Officers Security Detail at the 2012 Presidential Inauguration

   

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ISP Officers Posted at Presidential Innauguration

   

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Hurricane Sandy Response Illinois State Police Troopers deployed and were deputized in New Jersey to support Hurricane Sandy Relief efforts. The Illinois State Police Strike Team provided rapid response to the New Jersey affected areas.

   

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Southern Illinois Tornadoes District 19 joined other law enforcement agencies and first responders immediately after the destructive EF-4 tornado, with wind speeds in excess of 180 mph, struck the Southern Illinois community of Harrisburg in Saline County. Troopers throughout Region IV, including Districts 11, 12, 13, 22, 18, Zone 7, and SWAT were deployed to assist. The detail continued for ten days before safety and security personnel were returned to the local agencies. More than 200 homes and twenty-five businesses in Harrisburg were either damaged or destroyed by the tornado. ISP Troopers assigned to the detail collected and donated over $2,000 to the local Salvation Army and the 4 C’s Homeless Shelter.

ISP Provides Assistance to Harrisburg Communities

Operational Services Command Protective Services Unit Overview The mission of the ISP Protective Services Unit (PSU) is to promote public safety by providing professional and effective police and security services for employees and citizens at the James R. Thompson Center (JRTC) and the Michael A. Bilandic Building (MABB) in Chicago. The JRTC is the site of six constitutional offices and multiple state agencies. PSU personnel interact with approximately 4,900 state employees and approximately 3,500 visitors on a daily basis. The MABB is the home of the First District Appellate Court and the Illinois Supreme Court, as well as several other state agencies. Persons entering both buildings must pass through a centralized screening operation. After presenting a valid government-issued picture identification, visitors must successfully pass through a magnetometer while all bags and containers are sent through an X-ray scanner. In 2012, PSU provided security for numerous legislative hearings and commissions at the JRTC and MABB. Hundreds of demonstrations and protests were held at the JRTC, including demonstrations during the NATO Summit. The PSU monitored each demonstration closely and worked with other agencies to ensure the safety of the public. The PSU coordinated the safety and security for judicial conferences attended by state Supreme Court justices and other legal professionals. The PSU coordinated several training classes for security and management personnel, and conducted numerous emergency evacuation drills of the JRTC and MABB, including four building-wide evacuations.

   

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Medicaid Fraud Control Bureau Overview The Medicaid Fraud Control Bureau (MFCB) was established in 1978. The MFCB is responsible for ensuring the integrity of the Medicaid Program in Illinois by identifying and investigating alleged violations of all applicable laws pertaining to fraud in the administration of the program. The MFCB also investigates allegations of abuse or neglect of patients in health care facilities. In 2012, the MFCB opened 511 cases, made 64 arrests and recovered $123.2 million. Illinois Gaming Board Overview Riverboat Gaming Command (RGC) agents provide the Illinois Gaming Board (IGB) with the enforcement and investigative support necessary to regulate riverboat gambling and video gaming in Illinois. The 10 operating casino docksite locations throughout the state and the IGB offices in Chicago, Des Plaines and Springfield are staffed by sworn agents from both the Illinois State Police (ISP) and IGB. The IGB has two law enforcement divisions: the Enforcement Division and the Investigative Division. The Enforcement Division is responsible for the enforcement of all regulatory and criminal matters related to licensed gambling operations. The Investigative Division conducts background investigations on applicants for owner licenses, supplier licenses, key person and occupational licenses, as well as complex criminal investigations. The Investigative Division also examines applicants’ business practices, financial history and stability along with other pertinent information that could potentially compromise gaming integrity. Criminal investigations target any financial crime related to the casino industry, including money laundering, embezzlement, structuring, and credit card and check fraud. IGB Criminal Cases Criminal enforcement efforts in 2012 resulted in the arrests of 964 subjects involved in fraud, theft, forgery, identity theft, and money laundering offenses. IGB Self-Exclusion Program The Self-Exclusion Program (SEP) enrolled 885 individuals in 2012. This voluntary program identifies individuals with gambling problems and in need of professional help. Enrollees are barred from all Illinois casinos and, if found in a casino, are subject to the confiscation of winnings and vouchers as well as criminal prosecution for trespassing. A total of $1,249,416 was confiscated from SEP enrollees in 2012.

   

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Statewide Drug, Gun Office & Methamphetamine Response Teams The ISP Methamphetamine Response Teams (MRTs) seized 785 methamphetamine laboratories, 115,247 grams of liquid methamphetamine and 112,080 grams of powder methamphetamine in 2012. Additionally, MRT agents made 578 proactive arrests, seized 17 firearms, and provided 167 methamphetamine awareness presentations to schools, community groups, and businesses. The ISP Methamphetamine Program Office administers the state’s electronic pseudoephedrine tracking program known as the National Precursor Log Exchange (NPLEx). The NPLEx requires all pharmacies in Illinois that sell over-the-counter pseudoephedrine-based products to participate in a multi-state tracking program that records and stores information from pseudoephedrine purchases in a real-time electronic format. The NPLEx covers approximately 2,000 pharmacies across Illinois, and blocks individuals attempting to purchase large amounts of pseudoephedrine in violation of state and federal law. The NPLEx system assists law enforcement in identifying individuals who purchase these products for illicit purposes. Sales information can be accessed through a secure central repository. In 2012, the MRTs uncovered 292 methamphetamine laboratories, and identified 108 suspects involved with methamphetamine manufacturing. The NPLEx also blocked 66,679 boxes (148,895 grams of pseudoephedrine) from being sold in Illinois. MRT Operation Results (Contraband Seized and Arrests) 578 arrests 17 firearms 393,056 grams of cannabis 3,966 grams of cocaine 230,542 grams of other controlled substances $262,316 in United States currency Traffic Crash Reconstruction Unit In 2012, the Traffic Crash Reconstruction Unit completed 175 reconstructions. Fifty-four of these reconstructions involved crashes resulting in criminal charges, and 41 cases were conducted at the request of a local or county law enforcement agency. Special Operations Command (SWAT, SWMDT, STIC) The Special Operations Command Unit is comprised of specialized units that respond to high risk situations. The Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) and State Weapons of Mass Destruction Team (SWMDT) respond to high risk and life threatening situations. The State Terrorism and Intelligence Center (STIC) serves as the Department’s hub for gathering intelligence and sharing law enforcement information.

   

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Special Weapons and Tactics The Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) team supported numerous high risk and response efforts. SWAT assisted NATO Summit operations with force teams to support crowd control elements and counter assault teams to protect dignitary movements. During the election day events in Chicago, SWAT assisted the United States Secret Service by providing counter assault teams to protect all movements of President Obama, the first family and Vice President Biden. The SWAT team provided operational support to numerous gang suppression/arrest warrant details in the Chicago and East St. Louis metropolitan areas. Team members conducted 52 training exercises for other ISP work units and outside agencies; and conducted 298 operations, including 124 by North SWAT, 83 by Central SWAT and 91 by South SWAT. The elite unit also competed in two competitions in the Northern Illinois SWAT Challenge and the Indiana SWAT Challenge. Both competitions included several team events which tested pistol, rifle, and sniper shooting, as well as teamwork, leadership and physical agility. ISP teams finished in the top half of competitors. North SWAT placed third in the Northern Illinois competition, and South SWAT and North/Central SWAT finished fourth and sixth, respectively, in a field of 16 teams at the Indiana competition.

ISP SWAT Team members

   

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State Weapons of Mass Destruction Team (SWMDT) The State Weapons of Mass Destruction Team (SWMDT) supports Illinois’ anti-terrorism mission by responding to incidents involving chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear and explosive hazards. The team is comprised of volunteers from several state agencies, including the Illinois Department of Human Services, Department of Natural Resources, Department of Public Health, Emergency Management Agency, Environmental Protection Agency, Medical Emergency Response Team, Secretary of State Police and ISP. The team trains two days per month and participates in two large-scale exercises per year to meet Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program requirements.

SWMDT officers conducting practice drills near Rantoul, Illinois

Statewide Terrorism Intelligence Center (STIC) The Division of Operations also oversees the Statewide Terrorism and Intelligence Center (STIC), the ISP’s premier intelligence center for the exchange of critical information between federal and state agencies. The STIC serves as an information fusion hub that pools the knowledge and expertise of state, local and federal law enforcement and intelligence agencies.

   

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Division of

Operations Patrol

   

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Division of Operations Patrol Mission Statement: Patrol districts are tasked with enforcing traffic and criminal laws as set forth in the Illinois Vehicle Code. Enforcement activities include speeding, distracted driving, occupant restraint, alcohol-related offenses, aggressive driving, and various other traffic and criminal violations. Division of Operations districts also conduct specialty details and partner with other law enforcement and state agencies on traffic safety initiatives during holidays and weekends when increased traffic volumes are anticipated. Patrol officers also work special assignments throughout the year, including dignitary motorcades and the Illinois and DuQuoin State Fairs. District Chicago Illinois State Police Officials Dedicated an Overpass on I-57 in Honor of Fallen Sergeant Anthony Millison. The Tony Millison Overpass is the First Illinois Overpass named in honor of an Illinois State Trooper.

Fallen Sergeant Anthony Millison Presidential Election Night District Chicago and ISP specialized units assisted the Chicago Police Department and the United States Secret Service on November 6, 2012, with the Presidential Election security detail efforts at McCormick Place. Operation Rogue Rider In 2012, District Chicago initiated Operation Rogue Rider – a collaborative law enforcement strategy aimed at targeting motorcycle riders violating posted speed limits, improperly changing lanes, racing on the expressways, and riding illegally on the shoulder. Forty-two traffic enforcement details resulted in 192 citations during a three month traffic enforcement period. District Chicago’s Motorcycle Platoon also completed more than 130 missions and Bike Safe education awareness campaigns.

   

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District Chicago Criminal Enforcement

Cannabis Arrest – Interstate 80 Eastbound at Cicero Avenue in Cook County District 2 ISP was the lead law enforcement agency during the 39th Ryder Cup Golf Tournament Event, September 25-30, 2012, at the Medinah Country Club in Medinah, Illinois. The ISP detail included motorcades, traffic control, crowd control and dignitary protection. More than 45,000 spectators attended the international event and the ISP detail was successfully completed without any incidents. Community outreach efforts included the Adopt a School program with Lowrie Elementary School in Elgin.

ISP Command Post at the Ryder Cup Ryder Cup Unified Command Post

   

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District 5 District 5 reported a 6.4% reduction in total crashes from the previous year as a result of enhanced enforcement activities.

More than 100 officers from Metra Police Department were trained by Illinois State Police District 5 firearms instructors. District 5 also recognized several of its outstanding Troopers for fighting crime, DUI enforcement, interdiction, and community service. Many of the District 5 Troopers continued to support community projects like the St. Baldrick’s Foundation, the Torch Run, and Easter Baskets for Underprivileged Children. District 6 Enforcement efforts completed 27 criminal interdiction cases including the seizure of 8 firearms, 2 of which were seized from convicted felons. District 6 reported the largest drug seizure of the year with 17 kilograms of cocaine and more than one half kilogram (664 grams) of heroin seized.

District 6 and the Annual Special Olympics Torch Run

   

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District 7 Enforcement efforts resulted in the seizure of over 261,427 grams of cannabis, 17 grams of cocaine, 1,084 grams of ecstasy, 1,953 grams of other controlled substances, $751,555 USC, 5 weapons, and 61 other drug related items. District 7 also reported 18 fewer traffic fatalities compared to the previous five-year average with Troopers making 366 DUI arrests, issuing 3,186 occupant restraint citations, 3,689 speed citations, and 54 distracted driving citations. Zero fatalities were reported in District 7’s areas of Interstates 80, 88, 280, and 74. District 7 continued to support community events including the Rodney Miller Triathlon, and the Boys and Girls Clubs.

District 7 Patrol Officers

District 7 Polar Plunge

District 8 Officers provided enforcement support to secure festival grounds and participants for the annual Summer Camp Music Festival – Chillicothe’s three day outdoor music festival with more than 20,000 attendees. District 8 seized over $5,000 USC, 70 grams of cannabis, various amounts of LSD & unknown pills, 1 firearm, and 22 cylinders of nitrous oxide.

Drug Seizures

   

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In addition, District 8 Troopers participate in charity fund raising events along with their local law enforcement partners to support organizations such as the Illinois Special Olympics. Troopers participated in a statewide Texas Roadhouse fund raising event where Troopers served lunchtime meals with all proceeds going to Illinois Special Olympics. The event in East Peoria raised nearly $5,000.00 and was the top fund raising location in the state.

District 8 Troopers also participated in the Cop on a Rooftop event at Dunkin Donuts to raise funds for the Illinois Special Olympics. District 8 Troopers and their local law enforcement partners collected $1,790.00 at the Peoria location.

District 8 Troopers organized the Moustache for a Month event in which Troopers grew moustaches and raised funds for the sack lunch program at a local church. The program provides a sack lunch for underprivileged children to take home and enjoy a balanced meal over the weekend. The event raised $530.00 for the youth program and was well covered by local media outlets.

   

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District 9 Traffic enforcement efforts included 16,872 enforcement contacts for Fatal 4 violations. Criminal enforcement included the seizure of $64,110 USC, 89.5 pounds of cannabis, 1 pound of cocaine, and 6 weapons. District 9 placed 3rd in the Illinois Traffic Safety Challenge and launched the Think First program to educate the public about distracted driving.

D9 Traffic Stop Seizures 3rd Place Illinois Traffic Safety Challenge

District 10 District 10 recorded 47 fatal crashes and 47 fatalities - the lowest number of fatal crashes and fatalities reported within the nine counties served in more than 10 years. Traffic enforcement efforts included 6,847 speeding citations with the cooperation of the District 10 motorcycle officers. Criminal enforcement efforts yielded numerous criminal arrests during 2012 including the interdiction of 644.5 grams of heroin, 5,034 grams of cannabis, 2.1 grams of LSD, 28 kilograms of cocaine, $3,000 USC, and one firearm. On December 13, 2012, a District 10 Trooper initiated a traffic stop on Interstate 57 and uncovered a major check/identity fraud operation. Approximately eight US Treasury checks with different names in various amounts ranging from $1200 to $1600 and a dozen fraudulent out-of-state photo IDs were seized. District 11 District 11 Troopers conducted nearly 35 significant criminal seizures. As a result of traffic stops, approximately 660 pounds of cannabis, 37 kilos of cocaine, 4 pounds of heroin, and 8 pounds of ecstasy pills were seized. These stops also led to the seizure of approximately $342,000 USC and six vehicles. Investigative units were able to seize additional properties across the United States totaling nearly one million dollars. One life saving traffic stop led to the safe return of a juvenile who had been lured by a sex offender District 12 District 12 reported 95 DUI drug arrests, the highest statewide. The Illinois Department of Transportation Division of Traffic Safety bestowed a highway safety recognition upon District 11 for more than 500 DUI arrests. District 12 also raised more than $5,000 for Special Olympics.

   

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District 13 District 13 partnered with Southern Illinois motorcycle dealerships to conduct the first annual Motorcycle Safety Summit. The event was formed to educate motorcycle enthusiasts on all aspects of motorcycle safety to create better informed riders. The conference took place at the Rend Lake Visitor’s Center and included ISP, local law enforcement, twelve area motorcycle dealerships, Illinois Department of Transportation and several local motorcycle rider groups. As a result of its success, the program is being planned for a statewide deployment in 2014.

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District 14 District 14 reported the highest reduction in crash fatalities of all districts, a 35% reduction, compared to 2011. Additionally, a 41% reduction in crash fatalities over the previous 5 year average was the highest reduction of all ISP districts. Hancock County in District 14 reported zero crash fatalities in 2012; one of only six counties statewide. Enforcement activity included 743 criminal arrests and 4,525 citations. District 14 also launched the Response to Active Shooter training program to area schools to raise safety awareness for school communities and local first responders.

Master Sergeant Ron Grant at Award Recognition Ceremony

Director Hiram Grau and Governor Pat Quinn at Traffic Safety Award Recognition Ceremony

Illinois Traffic Safety Award recipients Katelyn Jacoby, Lauren Gronewald and Robert Bean. Safety Education Officer Trooper Ed Howard and Lieutenant Harry Douglas

   

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Troopers from Districts 14 Provided Emergency Response to Hundreds of Stranded Motorists throughout the 5 County Area During the Blizzard of 2012

District 15 District 15 was awarded 1st Place honors for the Illinois Traffic Safety Challenge - an innovative program sponsored by The Illinois Association Chiefs of Police, Illinois Department of Transportation and International Association of Chiefs of Police. The program raises safety awareness and encourages law enforcement agencies to focus on occupant protection, impaired driving and speeding. District 16 Enforcement efforts included 20,572 citations and warnings; 10,210 Fatal 4 citations and warnings; 388 criminal arrests; 12 weapons offenses and 4 firearms seized. District 16 also reported 375 crashes, 42 fatalities and 90 drug related arrests. District 17 Enforcement efforts included nine vehicles seized; 1,195.66 pounds of cannabis, 3.13 pounds of cocaine; 20.2 grams of heroin; and a total of $784,624 in USC. Traffic fatalities decreased by 15% in 2012 and 33% over a five-year period. District 17 supported community projects including a Rally for Lilly - a foundation that supports child cancer victims and families.

District 17 Cannabis Arrest – Interstate 80 Eastbound in LaSalle County

   

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District 20 District 20 reported the third highest reduction in crash fatalities of all districts – a 26% reduction compared to the previous year. In addition, a 23% reduction in fatal crashes was the third highest reduction of all ISP districts. Brown County in District 20 had zero crash fatalities in 2012 - one of only six counties statewide and the only one for a second consecutive year. Enforcement activity included 484 criminal arrests; 796 commercial motor vehicles (CMV’s) inspected; 192 CMV’s placed out of service; 8,781 citations issued; and 1,168 motorist assists.

Torch Run/Special Olympics

District 20 Annual Holiday Toy Drive that Supported 31 Families and 72 Children District 21 Enforcement activity included more than $110,000 in illegal proceeds and seized vehicles during traffic stops. Sex Offender Details with Zone 3 agents, county and local law enforcement agencies, and the U.S. Marshals Service resulted in 125 sex offenders being checked for compliance. Three offenders were found to be non-compliant and one was arrested pursuant to a warrant. A full-service canine, Dano, was also added to the roster.

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D21 Inspection/Awards Ceremony/Recruitment Event

D21 Officers received NATO Ribbons during the D21 Awards Ceremony

District 22 Enforcement efforts included the investigation of a murder occurring in Owensboro, Kentucky, with Illinois ties. A man hunt for Billy C. Utley, who shot and killed his wife with a high-powered rifle, ensued. Information was developed that led the Kentucky State Police to believe Utley was possibly in Illinois. Utley's cell phone was traced to Cave-In-Rock, Illinois. District 22 officers located Utley's vehicle at a motel. Information was developed indicating Utley was in the motel and his pregnant girlfriend was with him. ISP SWAT and negotiators were dispatched to the scene. Negotiations resulted in Utley's girlfriend being released. She confirmed Utley was still inside the motel and armed with a high-powered rifle. A short time later, Utley attempted to escape through a motel rear window with the rifle and was immediately confronted by ISP SWAT personnel. Utley surrendered and was taken into custody without resistance.

   

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Division of Operations Investigations The Division of Operations Investigations is divided into seven Zones and is responsible for providing investigative support to ISP districts and other law enforcement agencies statewide. Special Agents assigned to the Zones investigate cold cases, homicides, sex offenses, cargo theft, and drug trafficking cases.

Twenty-two multi-jurisdictional Metropolitan Enforcement Groups (MEGs) and Task Force units operate under the Illinois State Police. These units are a collaboration of 230 federal, ISP, county and local law enforcement officers who cooperatively address illegal drug, gun and criminal street gang activities on a daily basis. In 2011, Illinois MEGs and Task Forces were responsible for the initiation of 4,726 criminal investigations and the arrests of 4,282 subjects, 886 of whom who qualified for mandatory prison sentences. In addition, 965 search warrants were served and 1,020 guns used in criminal activity were seized.

Governor Quinn signs new law supporting investigative efforts On July 24, 2012, as part of his ongoing efforts to increase public safety in Illinois, Governor Pat Quinn today signed two new laws that will help law enforcement crack down on drug crime and protect members of the justice system. The governor signed the new laws at the Illinois State Police Forensics Lab in Chicago and was joined by members of Illinois’ law enforcement community who support the new laws, including the Illinois State Police, the Chicago Police Department, and numerous state’s attorneys.

Governor Pat Quinn signing HB 4081 Exemption to Illinois Eavesdropping Act to help undercover drug agents

   

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Zone 1 Investigations Maria Ridulph 1957 Cold Case Solved December 3, 1957, 7 year old Maria Ridulph was abducted in Sycamore, Illinois. On April 26, 1958, Maria’s body was discovered by mushroom hunters in a remote area about 20 miles east of Galena, Illinois. Her body was badly decomposed and it could not be determined if she was sexually assaulted. The cause of death was determined to be suffocation and or strangulation. On October 2, 2008, Illinois State Police, Zone 1 Investigations, reopened the Ridulph case. Jan Tessier, the sister of John Tessier (aka Jack McCullough), told the Illinois State Police (ISP) her brother John was responsible for Maria’s death. On July 1, 2011, Jack Daniel McCullough was charged with the 1957 murder of 7-year-old Maria Ridulph. On July 27, 2011, Special Agent Brion Hanley and Zone 1 Criminal Intelligence Supervisor Larry Kot coordinated the exhumation of Maria’s body for further forensic examination with the assistance of the DeKalb County State’s Attorney’s Office and other law enforcement agencies. On the same day, McCullough was flown back into the state of Illinois to face criminal charges for Maria’s disappearance and death. McCullough was arraigned in DeKalb County Court and held on a $3 million bond. On September 15, 2012, after a week-long bench trial in DeKalb County, Jack D. McCullough was found guilty of the Kidnapping and Murder of Maria Ridulph. On December 10, 2012, Jack McCullough was sentenced to life in prison for the Kidnapping and Murder of Maria Ridulph. The Maria Ridulph case is believed to be the oldest cold case to be solved, brought to trial and resulting in a guilty verdict in the United States. At the time of Maria’s disappearance, this investigation garnered national attention and was closely monitored by the Federal Bureau of Investigations (F.B.I.) Director J. Edgar Hoover.

ISP Director Hiram Grau addresses media on Dekalb County State’s Attorney Clay Campbell McCullough guilty verdict (Photos courtesy of the DeKalb Daily Chronicle)

   

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Lead McCullough Investigator, ISP Special Agent DeKalb County State's Attorney, Clay Campbell Brion Hanley addresses media Illinois State Police Take Top Honors at Homicide Investigators Annual Conference Fifty-five year old cold case homicide conviction brings recognition for Agents’ work. Illinois State Police (ISP) Agents were applauded by fellow homicide investigators during the Third Annual Illinois Homicide Investigators Association (ILHIA) Training and Conference. The ILHIA Board of Directors also presented Master Sergeant Thomas Wetherald, (one of the original members of the South Suburban Major Crimes Task Force), with its inaugural ILHIA Lifetime Achievement Award.

ISP Zone 1 team - Larry Kot, Criminal Intelligence Supervisor, ISP Director Hiram Grau, Special Agent Brion Hanley, Special Agent Todd Damasky & Master Sergeant Thomas Wetherald

DuPage County MEG (DUMEG) The DuPage County Metropolitan Enforcement Group conducted several undercover investigations that resulted in: Arrests 5 Weapons 5 Heroin 85 grams Ecstasy 18 pills USC/precious metals $64,000 Northeast Metro Auto Theft Task Force (NEMAT) The Northeast Metro Auto Theft Task Force conducted 143 investigations that resulted in: The recovery of 216 vehicles valued at $4,053,999; 84 criminal arrests and the recovery of13 stolen Hertz rental vehicles valued over $500,000.

   

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Narcotics and Currency Interdiction Team (NARCINT) The Narcotics and Currency Interdiction Team conducted several investigations that resulted in the recovery of 44,184 grams (97.32 lbs.) Methamphetamine and $45,213 USC.

Greater Metropolitan Auto Theft Task Force (GMAT) The Greater Metropolitan Auto Theft Task Force conducted several undercover investigations that involved fraudulent Illinois driver’s licenses and stolen credit cards. GMAT agents worked undercover with the Bayfield County Sherriff’s Office in Wisconsin and uncovered a major credit card fraud operation involving an ATV dealership. North Central Narcotics Task Force (NCNTF) The North Central Narcotics Task Force concluded an eight month investigation of money trafficking into a group of individuals who were smuggling bulk cash proceeds from heroin transactions in Illinois to various bank accounts in Florida and California which ultimately were transferred to bank accounts in Mexico. A total of $257,380 USC was seized throughout the course of the investigation which also included seven arrests. Ruse Burglary Task Force (RBTF) The Ruse Burglary Task Force was formed to combat the increased number of ruse/distraction style residential burglaries targeting seniors and vulnerable victims. The RBTF included personnel from the ISP, Chicago Police Department, Lake County Sheriff's Office, Deerfield Police Department and the Mundelein Police Department. Public Integrity Task Force (PITF) The Public Integrity Task Force investigated 18 cases, 14 of which were related to Officer Involved Shootings. South Suburban Major Crimes Task Force The South Suburban Major Crimes Task Force handled several investigations that resulted in the arrest of 2 suspects for First Degree Murder/Concealment of a Homicide; 4 arrests for First Degree Murder, Armed Robbery with a Firearm, Aggravated Vehicle, and Hijacking.

   

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Zone 2 General Criminal Investigations – Elgin, IL State Line Area Narcotics Team (SLANT) The State Line Area Narcotics Team uncovered a major drug trafficking organization operating in Rockford and California. Agents seized 10 kilograms of cocaine through a traffic stop utilizing a District 16 Trooper. This stop and arrest of two subjects led to a joint operation with Wisconsin law enforcement and the recovery of $431,270 in a Beloit, Wisconsin, storage facility. The results of the investigation include: $722,061 and one arrest; $29,980 and the arrest of three co-conspirators; 22 pounds of methamphetamine, multiple ounces of cocaine, and over 100 grams of heroin seized in California.

   

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Zone 3 Investigations Determined Zone 3 Investigators Help Convict Christopher Vaughn Christopher Vaughn shot his family, including one of his daughters as she clutched a stuffed animal, because he saw them as obstacles to his dream of starting a new, isolated life in the Canadian wilderness, prosecutors told jurors before they withdrew to deliberate.

Vaughn's two daughters and son were each shot in the chest and head, and he said the father's lack of emotion was the mark of "a psychopath."

On June 14, 2007, Vaughn awoke his wife and children, promising a surprise trip to a water park downstate. Prosecutors alleged that he pulled the family SUV off the highway after 5 a.m. He placed a pistol under his 34-year-old wife Kimberly's chin and fired, then meticulously shot 12-year-old Abigayle, 11-year-old Cassandra and 8-year-old Blake – each in the chest and head.

Abigayle was found holding a stuffed animal and a Harry Potter book. Forensics experts said the trajectory of the bullet into Blake's chest indicated he had raised his arm up as he was shot.

Jurors also watched hours of videotaped police interviews of Vaughn from the day of the shootings. In one, state Trooper Cornelius Monroe brought out pictures of Vaughn's children, questioned Vaughn's cool demeanor and added that, if his own kids had been murdered, he would be crying.

The Vaughn murder investigation has been one of Zone 3’s top priorities. Other investigators who worked tirelessly on the case include Sergeant Joseph Stavola and Special Agent Eileen Payonk.

Zone 3 Special Agent Cornelious Monroe & Sergeant Gary Lawson

   

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Tri-County Auto Theft Operation Copper Penny recovered 23 pallets of raw copper sheets weighing approximately 5,000 lbs each pallet with an estimated value of $500,000. Results 2 Arrests Copper Sheets recovered Copper Cables recovered 3 ATV’s recovered 4 semi-trailers recovered Tools/construction equipment recovered Recovery Total $1,110,425 USC Zone 4 Investigations Peoria Metropolitan Enforcement Group (PMEG) Several enforcement details resulted in 47 arrests, the seizure of approximately 10.5 pounds of psilocybin mushrooms, 94 grams of MDMA, 103 grams of LSD, 47 grams of unknown pills, 2 grams of Heroin, 47 grams of cannabis, 14 grams of hash, 490.2 grams of Cannabis brownies, four vehicle seizures, two guns and $17,073 in USC. PMEG & Tazewell County Major Crimes Task Force (TCMCTF) Methamphetamine Related Activity Zone 4 MRT agents opened 198 methamphetamine related investigations and seized 160 methamphetamine labs which was a 60% increase from 2011. Zone 5 Investigations East Central Illinois Task Force (ECITF) Operation Log Jam uncovered six subjects wanted on federal charges and seized items used in the manufacture of methamphetamine, 937.7 grams of methamphetamine in liquid solution and approximately 8 grams of finished methamphetamine in powder form. Task Force 6 (TF6) A two-year drug investigation seized 2 ounces of cocaine, 20 firearms, ammunition, 3 motor vehicles, 2 motorcycles, a residence, $20,000 USC, cannabis plants, and approximately 35 grams of cannabis. Vermilion County Metropolitan Enforcement Group (VMEG) The Vermilion County Metropolitan Enforcement Group led a drug investigation that resulted in a large methamphetamine seizure. A two-story house in Danville, Illinois was found to be full of meth manufacturing materials, with no accommodations for regular occupancy. Approximately 900 grams of powdered meth, 250 HCL generators, and over 300 pounds of meth manufacturing materials were seized. Subsequent interviews led agents to another house in Tilton, Illinois, where approximately 10 grams of methamphetamine and additional meth manufacturing materials were located. A total of seven subjects were arrested and have been charged in federal court.

   

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Methamphetamine Response Team (MRT) Zone 5 MRT is responsible for methamphetamine related investigations within 12 east central Illinois counties. Aside from the below statistics, Zone 5 MRT arrested 25 subjects during three significant arrest sweeps in Shelby and Dewitt Counties. Methamphetamine Related Arrests 141 Methamphetamine Lab Seizures 292 School/Community Presentations 36

Zone 6 Investigations General Criminal On November 26, 2012, at approximately 9:50 a.m., Zone 6 Investigations assumed investigative duties in reference to the on-duty fatal crash of ISP motorcycle officer Trooper Kyle Deatherage. Trooper Deatherage conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle for speeding on Interstate 55 northbound at Milepost 62. As he re-approached the vehicle to issue the citation, a truck tractor semi-trailer traveling northbound in the right lane crossed over the fog line, striking and killing Trooper Deatherage. A thorough and time intensive investigation ensued which indicated the driver of the truck, Johnny B. Felton Jr., of Georgia, had been operating the truck in violation of the restrictions of his CDL, had violated Scott’s Law by not changing lanes or reducing speed, and was speeding. On April 22, 2013, a Grand Jury indicted Felton on one count of Reckless Homicide and one count of Operating a Commercial Vehicle without a Valid Commercial Driver’s License with bail set at $250,000. On April 23, 2013, Air Operations flew Zone 6 agents to Georgia to assist in the apprehension of Felton. Felton waived extradition and was flown to Montgomery County, Illinois, where he was arraigned. Metro-East Auto Theft Task Force (MEATF) Metro East Auto Task Force uncovered a wire fraud and identity theft operation involving $96,700 in cashier's checks from financial institutions intended to defraud victims in Illinois, Missouri, Indiana, and Georgia who listed their vehicles for sale on various online retail sites. MEATF also uncovered a major unlicensed scrap metal operation in Granite City, Illinois, where Scrap Solutions profited over $400,000 from crushing and dismantling vehicles.

   

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Zone 7 Investigations Southern Illinois Enforcement Group (SIEG) The Southern Illinois Enforcement Group initiated an undercover investigation with FedEx, and recovered packages containing 2 kilos of cocaine, 7.7 pounds of cannabis, and a Jennings .22 caliber handgun. Other SIEG Seizures included 2,005 grams of cannabis, 2 handguns, $52,633 USC and 2 vehicles.

Southern Illinois Drug Task Force (SIDTF) During 2012, agents with the Southern Illinois Drug Task Force conducted several investigations into methamphetamine production/distribution rings in the Franklin/ Williamson County area, and K2 synthetic cannabis in Paducah, Kentucky. SIDTF Seizures 947 packets of K2 synthetic cannabis with a street value of approximately $66,000, one handgun with the serial number defaced, one cannabis plant, and $4,350 USC Meth Response Team (MRT) The Zone 7 Methamphetamine Response Team (MRT) dismantled 340 methamphetamine labs during calendar year 2012, resulting in the seizure of 173,545.3 grams of substances containing methamphetamine. MRT officers made 389 methamphetamine-related arrests.

   

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ISP Recruitment Mission Statement The ISP Recruitment Section promotes effective recruitment practices which provide opportunities to all qualified individuals seeking employment, and strives to promote diversity that represents the communities ISP serves. The unit works diligently to improve the quality of services to the citizens of Illinois through recruitment initiatives, community outreach and cross-cultural activities. 2012 Highlights Recruitment, Job Fairs & Events The ISP recruitment section representatives attended more than 30 job fairs which included the NAACP Conference and Job Fair in Chicago, the Diversity Job Fair in Schaumburg, the Annual Diversity Employment Day in Chicago, the Western Illinois University Criminal Justice Diversity Class in Macomb, and the East St. Louis Police Department Recruitment Career Fair. Events include presence at the Bud Bilikin Parade, the Chicago Police Department’s St. Jude Parade, and the St. Baldrick’s Foundation. Education and School Outreach Outreach efforts were also a top priority for middle and high schools with a targeted focus on inner-city schools. Several career day activities and other speaking engagements were sponsored at area schools. A special career day activity was planned at Enos Elementary School in Springfield during Black History month. Minority Organization Affiliations Affiliations include: Hispanic Illinois State Law Enforcement Association (HISLEA); Association of Black Law Enforcement (ABLE); and Asian American Law Enforcement Association (AALEA). Community & Youth Organization Activities ISP recruiters collaborated with the American Legion Youth Police Camp and established quality interpersonal relationships between Illinois youth and law enforcement officers. These quality relationships were developed through the Team Illinois Youth Police Camp - a highly structured week-long residency program which focuses on developing leadership, personal skills and teamwork among teens ages 14 to 16.

Sergeant Matt Boerwinkle with American Legion Youth Police Camp

   

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The Explorer Scout Program was also a highlight and mentors youth ages 14 – 20 years of age at the Illinois State Police Academy. The Recruitment Office continued to foster community out-reach efforts with the Urban League and Illinois Black Caucus. Recruiters and volunteers assisted with creating and distributing informational flyers to state representatives, aldermen, area clergy and minority news publications.

Sergeant Natasha Lawson with Team Illinois youth cadets

Sgt. Jose DeJesus greets a USMC Veteran at an all-veteran job fair in Chicago.

   

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ISP Safety Education Officers

Mission Statement The ISP Safety Education Unit (SEU) is responsible for statewide safety programs to educate young drivers, schools, teachers, and community organizations. The Unit operates jointly with all ISP districts and serves as a conduit between ISP traffic safety and the Illinois Department of Transportation. The SEU is comprised of 19 Safety Education Officers (SEO’s) assigned to each of the ISP Patrol Districts.

2012 Highlights

NetSmartz The Safety Education Unit continued NetSmartz, a program endorsed by the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. The online training program workshops began in 2006 and combine the newest technologies and current research into high-impact educational activities. These workshops teach children how to recognize and avoid risks from predators while on the internet. In 2012, the Illinois State Police presented 294 NetSmartz programs on teen safety in schools and community organizations. A total of 9,844 participants including students, teachers, and parents received the training. Three additional topics were also presented during the Safety Education Officers presentations - Cyberbullying, Sexting, and Computer Crimes. Safety Education Officers also conducted workshops for students without access to the internet. This workshop covered a variety of topics including stranger danger, bullying, school bus safety, bicycle safety, and personal safety.

   

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Billboard Safety Campaigns Billboard Safety Campaigns remained a priority in 2012. The ISP and Anheuser-Busch launched a billboard campaign to promote the use of designated drivers by motorists. The public awareness campaign places several billboards along interstate highways in metropolitan Chicago and along the Illinois-Missouri border in East St. Louis and serves as a reminder to designate a driver.

ISP & Anheuser-Busch Designate a Driver Billboard Campaign

Going Out Tonight Billboard Campaign

District 7 Seat Belts Save Lives Campaign

   

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Drive for Life The Drive for Life program is delivered to high school students to increase awareness of the effects of drinking alcohol while operating a motor vehicle. In 2012, the ISP presented 2,286 programs utilizing the personnel and resources of municipal police departments, fire departments, ambulance services, hospital emergency room staff, sheriffs’ departments, and coroners’ offices. The Fatal Vision goggles were used by students in golf carts to simulate the impairing effects of alcohol. The program provided first-hand knowledge, in a controlled environment, of the effects of drinking alcohol while operating a motor vehicle. A total of 31,396 students, teachers and parents received the information. An additional component to this program was also added in 2012. ISP allowed the participants to text while driving the golf cart to experience the effects of a distracted driver. Students used the Fatal Vision goggles and walked a line while texting. A total of 576,089 students received the training at 9,175 programs utilizing the new Fatal Vision goggles.

Trooper Jason Wilson teaches a teen driver the importance of driving sober.

   

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Operation Prom/Graduation NITE Operation Prom/Graduation NITE (Non-Impairment Travel Effort) is a joint effort among state and local law enforcement, school districts, community-based organizations, and other agencies throughout the state that promotes responsible teen behavior during prom and graduation celebrations. Responsible behavior during prom and graduation celebrations was emphasized in 110 programs attended by 10,728 participants during 2012. The program used public service announcements for radio and television, anti-DUI brochures, and “zero tolerance” safety presentations at local high schools. Additionally, ISP saturation safety patrols were conducted in conjunction with prom and graduation events.

ISP Troopers celebrate Operation Prom with local high school students.

Rollover Simulator The Illinois State Police Safety Education Officers regularly demonstrated the rollover simulator and the seatbelt convincer at schools and community events to illustrate the importance of defensive driving. The rollover simulator is a contribution towards safety education sponsored and supported by State Farm Insurance. In 2012, the rollover was demonstrated 9,283 times and viewed by 221,172 event participants.

ISP Safety Education Officers from 18 ISP Districts provided a total of 73,863 presentations with over 8 million attendees for a variety of safety prevention programs.

   

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SEO Public Awareness & Safety Education Events Illinois Traffic Safety Challenge; Law Enforcement Torch Runs; Law Enforcement Memorials; NASCAR Child Safety Seat Check in Joliet; Illinois State and DuQuoin Fair Details; Saved By the Belt Award; Click It or Ticket Campaign; Chicago Auto Show; National Night Out; and Operation Teen Safe Driving.

Trooper DeAnn Falat, District 5 SEO, teaching local school children about Stranger Danger and Trick-Or-Treat Safety.

Saved by the Belt & Click It or Ticket Safety Campaign

   

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Celebrate My Drive Operation Teen Safe Driving

Illinois Traffic Safety Challenge National Night Out

March Madness at the Illinois High School Association State Finals in Peoria

   

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Farm Safety Public Awareness Campaign with Farm Bureau Representatives

Buckle Up, Drive Safe Safety Campaign

Child Safety Seat Checks Illinois State Police Safety Education Officers conducted 3,938 Child Passenger Safety presentations to 92,140 participants at various locations throughout Illinois.

Sgt. Heather Poerio greets a small child at the Illinois State Fair

   

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Community Policing / Safety Initiatives District 22 initiated a collaborative effort with the Kentucky State Police to coordinate a pro-active public information safety campaign during Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year holiday travel periods.

District 22 Safety Education Officer Michael Usher and Kentucky State Police Trooper Jay Thomas Salvation Army Red Kettle Campaign Illinois State Police Officials Ring Salvation Army Kettle Bell at Macy’s on State Street. 2012 was the first year the Illinois State Police participated in the annual holiday charity campaign.

ISP Salvation Army Official Sign

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Illinois State Police honor The Fallen at The Chicago Police Department’s 80th Annual Saint Jude Police League Memorial March Illinois State Police (ISP) Officials joined police officers from the Chicago Police Department and other law enforcement agencies, for the annual St. Jude Police League and Memorial March. ISP Director Hiram Grau attended the ceremony and March to show support and remember law enforcement’s true heroes.

Team ISP Runs to Honor Fallen at Annual Race to Remember

   

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Mission Statement When called upon, the Honor Guard team serves as a tribute to sworn personnel who have made the ultimate sacrifice.

The ISP Honor Guard The ISP Honor Guard formed as a statewide unit in 2011. The team increased its ranks by adding a north and south team and consists of approximately 50 officers to accommodate requests for honor guard services. The teams pay tribute to active, retired, and deceased personnel. The team also participates in national conferences, parades, official funerals, local and national police memorials, and honor guard competitions. Members of the team possess impeccable uniform standards and respect the meaning of Integrity, Service and Pride.

Initially, team members receive two weeks of training, followed by monthly in-service training. Honor Guard members are issued a unique insignia and shoulder braid to identify them as team members.

In 2012, the ISP Honor Guard participated in nearly one hundred official tributes throughout Illinois, including the funeral for fallen ISP Trooper Kyle Deatherage

   

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ISP Casket Guards

ISP Honor Guard at Illinois State Fair Opening Day

   

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ISP Honor Guard Bugler

   

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Awards and Honors Every year, the Illinois State Police is recognized by accredited organizations and law enforcement agencies for its contribution to public safety. The Department also recognizes the outstanding work demonstrated by its sworn and code personnel.

CALEA The Illinois State Police was awarded with its re-accreditation status by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. (CALEA). CALEA accreditation is a highly prized recognition throughout the law enforcement community and ensures the agency continues to serve Illinois residents with professional excellence. The ISP was awarded the prestigious Accreditation with Excellence award, exemplifying the Agency’s dedication in maintaining the highest level of professional services to the public and criminal justice community. The award also underscores the Department’s commitment to service and the accreditation process. ISP was also recognized for its willingness to assist other law enforcement agencies in obtaining accreditation status with 480 internationally recognized law enforcement standards.

Officer of the Year The Illinois State Police Officer of the Year recognition was awarded to District 7 Trooper Marvin Wagle. Trooper Wagle has been assigned to District 7 since graduating from the Illinois State Police Academy. Trooper Wagle demonstrated outstanding skill, ability and professionalism in the performance of his duty. Specifically, he understands the root causes for fatal crashes and addresses them with consistent enforcement and education on a daily basis. His exceptional knowledge and ability to complete his job functions are unmatched. Last year, Trooper Wagle ranked first in DUI and other alcohol related arrests, second in seat belt and total citations, third in traffic stops, and fifth in criminal arrests in his District. He was the second leading officer in DUI arrests for the Department and held the sixth position within the state. Local drinking establishments praised Trooper Wagle for his pursuit in preventing alcohol related crashes and fatalities.

Trooper Marvin W. Wagle & ISP Director Hiram Grau

   

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Life Saving Award In March of 2012, District Chicago submitted four separate officers for Life Saving Medals, involving two separate events. Due to the valiant lifesaving efforts of Sergeant Henry Spight, Trooper Jacqueline Del Villar, Trooper Jose Montes and Trooper Jose Malave, each received the Illinois State Police Lifesaving Medal and the South Suburban Chiefs of Police Lifesaving Award.

State troopers injured while saving woman trapped in burning SUV ….Chicago Sun Times BY TINA SFONDELES Staff Reporter/tsfondeles@suntimes.com March 4, 2012 11:49AM

Courtesy of the Chicago Sun-Times State Police Trooper Jacqueline Del

Villar and State Police Sgt. Henry Spight rescued a woman from a burning vehicle. Sunday, March 4, 2012. |

Brian Jackson~Sun-Times

Henry Spight rescued two people from a burning vehicle as they sat motionless in fear nearly 13 years

ago. The Illinois State Police sergeant did it again early Sunday — this time with a lot of backup. .…

Trooper Jacqueline Del Villar was the first to respond to the 4 a.m. drunken-driving crash on the Sibley Boulevard

ramp in Dolton. She ran to the burning Chevrolet Tahoe that had plunged into a tree. Tamara Jackson’s body hung

outside the driver’s side window as more than 15 bystanders surrounded the flames.

On March 4, 2012, Trooper Jacqueline Del Villar and Sergeant Henry Spight both responded to a personal injury crash I-94 Southbound, Ramp to Sibley Boulevard, Cook County Illinois. Trooper Del Villar was first to arrive on scene when she spotted a burning vehicle and several onlookers waiving her down. Trooper Del Villar attempted to pull the driver from the burning vehicle. Sergeant Spight arrived and was able to douse the flames with a fire extinguisher. Both officers extricated the driver from the burning vehicle before it became fully engulfed.

On March 25, 2012, Trooper Malave and Trooper Montes responded to a personal injury crash on Interstate 290 near Central Ave. Upon arrival they observed a vehicle on the right grassy embankment fully engulfed in flames. Trooper Malave and Trooper Montes noticed a female driver partially ejected and a male passenger trapped inside the vehicle. With the assistance of the Chicago Fire Department, both occupants were pulled to safety without further injury.

   

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Forensic Scientist of the Year was awarded to Ms. Stacie Speith for her dedication, integrity, leadership and pride as a forensic biologist and DNA analyst. Speith worked 147 DNA cases and 91 forensic biology cases and was ranked the highest producing forensic scientist in the IPS Forensic Biology/DNA Section.

Ms. Cheryl N. Clodfelter, Ms. Stacie L. Speith Telecommunicator of the Year Forensic Scientist of the Year

Telecommunicator of the Year was awarded to Ms. Cheryl N. Clodfelter for her outstanding skill, ability and professionalism in the performance of her duties and has a reputation of making excellent decisions under stressful situations.

Medal of Honor The Law Enforcement Medal of Honor Act was signed into law in 1990 with the first ceremony beginning in 1992, making it the first of its kind in Illinois. The Law Enforcement Medal of Honor has long been considered the “Governor’s Award.” This honor is presented only to those law enforcement officers who have been killed or seriously injured in the line of duty or who have displayed exceptional bravery or heroism while performing their enforcement duties.

2012 Recipients Include: Master Sergeant William D. Sons Trooper Christopher R. Jones Trooper Blaine G. McBride Trooper Christopher D. Price Trooper Nick L. Shoemaker Trooper Robert D. Swift Trooper Brian Wilson Trooper Starlena Z. Wilson

   

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