Police Department

The Wauconda Police Department provides police services to the community around the clock, seven days a week. There are 24 full time, sworn officers consisting of a Chief, Deputy Chief, six Sergeants and 16 officers. Four personnel make up the Detective Division who also staff community service programs such as Elderly Service Officer, School Resource Officer/Dare Officer and Citizens Police Academy.

The department has many juvenile officers and also several
officers trained in police motorcycling and certified child safety seat inspections. The department telecommunications
center is staffed with dispatch personnel to handle emergency medical dispatch as well as basic service calls and emergency police and fire calls. An executive assistant to the Chief and a records clerk help round out the support staff.

Marine Unit Officers perform required safety inspections of all

watercraft on the lake, assist boaters as needed and also help to maintain the quality of Bangs Lake. Safety inspection stickers are required for all watercraft on the lake and are purchased from Marine Unit Officers at the time of inspections. Safety Sticker fees and Village of Wauconda boating and fishing regulations are posted on the department web site at www.waucondapolice.com under “Marine Patrol.”

The department offers station tours, block party attendance, emergency notification lists by address, vacation house watches, home security surveys and child safety seat inspections. Report crime tips to Crimestoppers at
662-2222 or crimestoppers@co.lake.il.us. Cash rewards of up to $1,000.00 are possible.

The department is also pleased to announce the return of an information/tip line. Call the Info/Tip line anytime at 526-6424. Contact the Department with any questions, comments or concerns. Together we can accomplish so much more!