"Our Sheriffs Police Community Safety Team recovered a loaded firearm w/an attached laser during a traffic stop Thursday night in Markham. The 19-year-old who had the firearm was charged with aggravated unlawful use of a weapon."Read on Twitter
Here are other recent tweets from Cook County Sheriff:
"Happy New Year, Cook County! We wish everyone a safe and healthy 2023." on Jan. 1Read on Twitter
"Additionally, 584 individuals have been referred by police depts. across the county to our TRT for follow-up services.TRT clinicians work w/a range of behavioral health experts who specialize in evidence-based & trauma-informed therapies.If you need help, please reach out." on Dec. 30, 2022Read on Twitter
"This year, clinicians from our Sheriff's Treatment Response Team (the TRT) handled 181 911 emergency co-responder mental health calls with police.Currently, the Co-ResponderVirtual Assistance Program (CVAP) is actively engaged in assisting 260 individuals." on Dec. 30, 2022Read on Twitter