2023 Police Annual Report

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Collaboration with federal, state, county, and local law enforcement agencies continues to be integral to our efforts to prevent and reduce crime in our community.

MESSAGE FROM THE CHIEF OF POLICE

In 2023, we observed a 1.5% increase in calls compared to the previous year, with an average of 620 calls per day, demonstrating our unwavering responsiveness to community needs.

During the holiday shopping season, our proactive approach included enhanced foot patrols, mobile patrols, and deployment of undercover officers, ensuring the safety of retail and commercial areas, including Orland Square Mall.

Our patrol management efforts were significant, as evidenced by the investigation of 1,156 motor vehicle crashes, conducting 8,353 traffic details, and performing over 135,000 building checks.

The accomplishments of our Targeted Response Unit are commendable, with notable seizures of firearms, vehicles, and currency, along with successful undercover operations and assistance provided to other officers and agencies.

I extend heartfelt congratulations to the entire department for their dedication and hard work in keeping our community safe. Gratitude is also due to our elected officials for their unwavering support, and to our residents, visitors, businesses, and community partners for their continued cooperation and support. Thank you all for contributing to our shared mission of ensuring a safe and secure environment for everyone.

Mayor Pekau, Trustees, Village Manager and the Residents of Orland Park,

Sincerely,

I’m delighted to share with you the Orland Park Police Department’s 2023 annual report, which offers a comprehensive overview of our community partnerships, activities, and achievements throughout the year. In 2023, our community engagement initiatives flourished, with the hosting of eight Beat Meetings, three Cook Out with the Cops events, participation in numerous block parties, and the organization of key events such as the Senior Citizens Crime Prevention Luncheon, National Night Out, and “Movie in the Park.” Additionally, we conducted Crime Prevention Seminars with local businesses and the religious community, maintained a strong presence in schools through our Community Relations Team, and continued our programs like DARE in elementary and junior high schools. Our involvement extended to various events including Career Days, Glow Runs, and Trunk and Treat events. Furthermore, we successfully hosted the Citizen’s Police Academy and the annual Teen Citizen’s Police Academy. Notably, we prioritized community engagement with three Coffee with a Cop events at local businesses, fostering open dialogue with residents. Our commitment to strategic planning remains steadfast, leveraging technology, effective resource allocation, modern equipment, and highly trained staff.