Cardwell's retirement payout totaled $64,328, payroll records reflect. In addition to gaining the backing of Joliet police's sergeants and lieutenants, two current deputy police chiefs, Sherrie Blackburn and Chris Botzum, have each donated $250 to D'Arcy's mayoral campaign. Robert Bender, 68, of Joliet, on three charges of unlawful delivery of a controlled substance. Salary: $56,269 (Starting) Population: 149,000 Sworn Police Officers: 286 Salary: Step B 2023 $77,095 Step C 2024 $96,015 After 3 years $100,889 Top step $122,590 David Stoddard, 29 years of service, retired July 2009Salary for JPD pension: $107,473Original pension:$77,918Current pension: $101,579, 45. Name Joliet Police Department Suggest Edit Address 150 West Washington Street Joliet , Illinois , 60432 Phone 815-724-3210 Fax 815-724-3290 Hours Police chiefs. I'll get a number of departments assigned to me, but I'm not representing Joliet," Devito told Joliet Patch during his May interview. Esqueda said it was Cardwell who hand-delivered. JOLIET, Ill. (CBS)-- Video surrounding the death of Eric Lurry while handcuffed in the back of a Joliet police officer was revealed two years ago by a whistleblower - who also happened to be a . John Gallagher, fire operations, $155,152, 86. Joe Egizio, police lieutenant, criminal investigations, $166,588, 45. Esqueda said he watched the video after he logged in and saw that it was available for him to view, which typically indicates that aninvestigation had been closed. About 8:30 a.m. Friday, officers responded to an area near the Joliet Iron Works Historic Site, 75 Columbia St., in response to a report of a man who had been injured from a fall somewhere on the site, according to Joliet police Sgt. Share & Bookmark, Press Enter to show all options, press Tab go to next option. Patrolman Murrin, along with his partner, were on routine patrol of the "Hill" area when they spotted a gang member with an open arrest warrant for aggravated assault. Aaron Kozlowski, fire battalion chief, $165,080. A recent Joliet Patch Freedom of Information Act request analyzing the retirement payouts for several Joliet employees during the past several months revealed that Joliet paid Devito a total of $139,244 upon his retirement on May 19 after 28 years on the police force. The officers involved all received minor punishments at the end of the department's internal investigation into the Lurry incident. End of Watch: April 2, 1970. In 2018, the city of Joliet had to make the following six-figure retirement payouts: Joliet's Finance Department informed Patch on Tuesday that the current city property tax levy generates more than $17 million for the police pension fund and about $13.4 million for the fire pension fund. On Jan. 29, Joliet Police Lt. Joe Rosado notified Heavener that he was receiving a one-day work suspension without pay for his conduct unbecoming of the department's members and for violating the police department's social networking/social media policy. Clement's 25-work day suspension was reduced to a written reprimand by Hock. In 2021, The city of Joliet said it reached a settlement with Officer Bill Busse to bring an end to his employment at the Joliet Police Department. Jerry McDonald, 30 years, retired January 2009Salary for JPD pension: $107,473Original pension: $80,605 Current pension: $105,149, 34. No Cover, All Welcome, 21+, Illinois 16 or 8-Hour Illinois Concealed Carry Classes $160, Mark Skorusa Loan Originator powered by Rocket Mortgage NMLS #2347622, Stabbing At Minooka Business, Paroled Suspect Captured In Arby's, Joliet Central High School 2022-2023 Top Ten Mr. and Ms. J Finalists, Multiple Bomb Threat For Joliet's Hollywood Casino, Angry Gunman Confronts Homeowner On Ingalls: Cops. The assailants then demanded a cigarette from the Officers, who quickly ordered them to keep moving. 49. We pledge to enforce the laws, preserve the peace, reduce fear, and provide a safe environment in which to live, work and recreate, and to do so within the framework of the United States Constitution. Rex Provenzale, 30 years of service, retired January 2006Salary for JPD pension: $105,658Original pension: $79,244Current pension: $113,734, 39. Patrick Cardwell, who retired two months later, in July. During the escort of the funeral cortege, PatrolmanHopkins stopped an individual for interrupting the funeral procession. Joliet police captured the following criminal defendants on outstanding warrants Thursday: 1. Share & Bookmark, Press Enter to show all options, press Tab go to next option, An opportunity to talk with the Police Chief, Tour the Joliet Police Department station. Craig Sayles, fire operations, $158,434, 69. Edward Rachel, 32 years of service, retired April 2009Salary for JPD pension: $110,127Original pension: $82,595Current pension: $107,768, 41. Joliet Patch previously reported that former Joliet City Manager Tom Thanas got paid $168,229 for cashing out his unused vacation and accrued sick banks when he retired in December 2013. The decisioncomes nearly two months intoIllinois Attorney General Kwame Raoulsinvestigation into Joliets Police Department to determine whether officers there have a pattern of committing civil rights violations. Registration by appointment only; Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursdays 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. No registration to take place on court designated holidays. Stephen Breen, police operations, $154,725, 93. In December, Joliet Patch reported the Joliet Police Supervisors Association came out with a unanimous endorsement for Terry D'Arcy to become the next mayor of Joliet. The Fabtones. Playing a 1960s Dance Tribute. John Ross, police operations, $155,138, 87. Sunday - Saturday, 7196 Caton Farm Rd Phil Emph, police operations, $151,558, 109. Following a five hour manhunt, the driver was arrested and charged as was his spouse, for her involvement in reporting the vehicle stolen. Randall Fleck, 31 years of service, retired January 2007Salary for JPD pension: $110,545Original pension: $82,909Current pension: $114,765, 17. Lindsey Heavener notified city officials of his Jan. 30 retirement plans months in advance, but Heavener's last few weeks on the job were a regular source of. #OnlineSafety. Esqueda said it was Cardwell who hand-delivered him a letter informing him of the vote several weeks ago. The driver was later ticketed for failing to signal a left turn. As a result of the impact, the motorcycle was overturned and PatrolmanHopkins was thrown to the street. The Joliet Police Department routinely offers a 'Citizen's Police Academy' (CPA) that provides an excellent opportunity for citizens and community members to learn about law enforcement. Patrolman Barney had served with the Joliet Police Department for 12 years and was a World War II veteran. Officers responded to the crash at 3 a.m. on Saturday at the intersection of West Jefferson Street and Larkin Avenue, according to Joliet police Sgt. When Constable DeLong entered the home, the man shot him once, knocking him to the ground, and then shot him two more times. Hours: 8:00am - 9:00pm The non-partisan municipal election is April 4. To request removal of your name from an arrest report, submit these required items to arrestreports@patch.com. Esqueda was one of 30 police officers who signed a letter to congress this summer urging lawmakers to pass protections for police whistleblowers. Illinois Sunshine campaign database shows. You did not report for duty until after 9 a.m. on November 20, 2019. David House, fire operations, $162,037, 65. Fosen received about $104,695: $54,511 for his excess of vacation time, $29,664 for his comp time banks and $20,520 for his sick bank payout. Tizoc Landeros, police operations, $166,087, 48. A subsequent story published this week outlined patterns of retaliation against such officers in departments large and small across the country, highlighting how some within law enforcement useinternal affairs investigations and other forms of retaliation and intimidation to punish those who break the code of silence. A day after Esqueda received a notice last month that Malec was again scheduling a discipline hearing for him, Joliet City Manager Jim Capparellifired Malec and appointed an interim chief. Allison Swisher, public utilities' director, $150,577, 121. Javier Esqueda, a 27-year veteran of the Joliet Police Department, was featured in September as the first installment of the USA TODAYseries Behind the Blue Wall, an investigation involvingmore than 300 cases of police officers over the past decade who have spoken out against alleged misconduct in their departments. The Joliet Police Department is one of the largest law enforcement agencies in the State of Illinois. No Cover, All Welcome, 21+, Illinois 16 or 8-Hour Illinois Concealed Carry Classes $160, Mark Skorusa Loan Originator powered by Rocket Mortgage NMLS #2347622, Stabbing At Minooka Business, Paroled Suspect Captured In Arby's, Joliet Central High School 2022-2023 Top Ten Mr. and Ms. J Finalists, Multiple Bomb Threat For Joliet's Hollywood Casino, Angry Gunman Confronts Homeowner On Ingalls: Cops. Joliet Police Sgt. He also lost a civil lawsuit filed by the victim and was ordered to . Robert Brenczewski, 35 years of service, retired July 2006Salary for JPD pension: $96,358Original pension: $72,269Current pension: $103,038, 7. Lisa Nicodemus, police operations, $152,070, 107. 3. Ray Palacios, fire operations, $156,860, 76. 7 pm. Arthur Arellano, police operations $179,141, 19. Fred Offermann, fire battalion chief, $195,498. Romeo Nance, 22, of Joliet, on charges of aggravated discharge of a weapon, aggravated unlawful use of a weapon, aggravated assault, reckless discharge of a firearm and obstructing a peace officer. Auxiliary Deputy Information 64. An analysis of the data indicates there are at least 47 retired Joliet Police officers who are now getting annual pensions of at least $100,000. Country: United States Address 1: 150 W Washington St City: Joliet State: Illinois Zip Code: 60432-4139 County: Will County Phone #: James Rouse, police operations, $156,384, 78. In addition to his $118,243 starting pension, Benton also made another $130,649 for cashing out his large nest egg of unused vacation days, compensatory time and sick leave at the time of his departure from the city of Joliet last year. The complaint has been investigated and on the basis of available evidence has been found to be sustained," Roechner wrote. The FOP labor council represents Joliet's rank-and-file officers, known as the blue shirts. Some of the topics covered during the twelve weeks include presentations of: Any further inquiries about the departments program can be directed to the program coordinator at 815-724-3250. ", The complaint was filed by Police Sgt. Joliet police captured the following criminal defendants on outstanding warrants Thursday: 1. Evans thanked the Will County States Attorneys Office, Tri-County Auto Theft Task Force, the Will County Sheriff's Office, and the United States Marshals Great Lakes Fugitive Task Force for their assistance during Thursday's Operation New Year's Resolution. The disciplineincluded a six-day suspension ofanofficer who turned off the sound to the recording in the moments after the sergeant slapped Lurry, 37, and called him a "bitch.". Had he been in charge, he said things would have gone a different way.. While en-route,a SUV collided with him, causing Officer Walsh to crash into an unoccupied lift crane parked on the side of Maple Road just east of Briggs Street. Patrol Officer Jonathan Walsh was responding to a burglar alarm at the Pilcher Park Nature Center. No Cover, All Welcome, 21+, Illinois 16 or 8-Hour Illinois Concealed Carry Classes $160, Mark Skorusa Loan Originator powered by Rocket Mortgage NMLS #2347622, Stabbing At Minooka Business, Paroled Suspect Captured In Arby's, Joliet Central High School 2022-2023 Top Ten Mr. and Ms. J Finalists, Multiple Bomb Threat For Joliet's Hollywood Casino, Angry Gunman Confronts Homeowner On Ingalls: Cops. Emergency surgery was performed to remove a blood clot from the brain, and remained in critical condition until he succumbed to his injuries. A total of eight Joliet police officers have received an unpaid suspension from work or a written reprimand so far this year, a recent Joliet Patch Freedom of Information Act request to the police department revealed. In that case, department officials ruled that Esqueda hadfailed to supervise another officer who got into a scuffle with a woman at a candlelight vigil. These days, Benton is collecting an annual police pension of $118,243. Charles Stein, 30 years of service, retired July 2008, Salary for JPD pension: $132,194Original pension:$99,146Current pension: $131,560, 44. There are currently approximately 260 sworn members, and approximately 110 civilian members of the department. Joliet, IL 60432 Darren Prochaska, police operations, $163,338, 58. Joliet patrol officer Kristi Petro, hired earlier this year in the most recent round, was one of the few women applicants who passed the required physical fitness test. Devito told Joliet Patch during his May interview. George Hernandez, 38 years of service, retired March 2004Salary for JPD pension: $94,394Original pension: $70,796Current pension: $107,084, 27. He was a certified member of the Bicycle Patrol and International Police Mountain Bike Association,served on the Gang Violence Suppression Unit, and was a founder and member of the Joliet Police Department Softball Team. Contact Daphne at dduret@gannett.com, @dd_writes, by signal at 772-486-5562. first reported by The Herald-Ledger newspaper, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. The Joliet CPA is held for twelve weeks, are held weekly on Wednesday evenings from 6:00pm to 9:00pm. https://www.odmp.org/officer/8268-detective-william-e-loscheider. McKinney had violated the Joliet Police Department general order regarding harassment in the workplace. Joliet Police Department Contact Information Address, Phone Number, Fax Number, and Hours for Joliet Police Department, a Police Department, at West Washington Street, Joliet IL. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.