Cook County Sheriff's Office

In recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, our Department of Corrections is standing in solidarity with survivors and honoring the lives we’ve lost. 💜 This month, an Empty Chair was displayed in each division—a silent, powerful reminder of the individuals who should still be with us today, and a symbol of our commitment to raising awareness. To turn that awareness into action, DOC staff hosted and participated in a Walk in Solidarity. Dressed in purple, our team walked to honor survivors, support those currently impacted, and remember those lost to domestic abuse. Together, we are breaking the silence. #CookCountySheriff #DVAM #EndDomesticViolence #CommunitySupport

🚨FUGITIVE FOUND🚨 A 38-year-old Dallas man wanted in Texas for felony aggravated assault with a deadly weapon is in custody following an investigation by the Cook County Sheriff’s Fugitive Apprehension Unit and the U.S. Marshals Great Lakes Regional Fugitive Task Force. On Oct. 26, the U.S. Marshals North Texas Fugitive Task Force contacted officers seeking assistance in locating German Medina-Gonazalez. Medina-Gonzalez had an arrest warrant issued early this month in connection with an Oct. 11 shooting in Irving, Texas and was believed to have left the state in a Porsche Macan. On Oct. 28, officers located the Porsche in the 900 block of South Clark Street and learned that Medina-Gonzalez was registered guest at an apartment there that is used as a vacation rental. Officers found him in the apartment and took him into custody. Medina-Gonzalez is currently in Cook County Jail awaiting extradition to Texas. The public is reminded that defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. #CookCountySheriff #Fugitive #LawEnforcement #CCSPD

🔒 October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month! Cyber threats can happen to anyone, but staying safe online doesn't have to be complicated. The Cook County Sheriff's Office is here to help protect you and your loved ones. Our dedicated Community Engagement team is traveling across Cook County right now, delivering vital cybersecurity presentations to senior communities, schools, and local organizations. We share practical tips, spot the latest scams, and provide critical resources to keep your digital life secure. 💻 Bring this presentation to your community! If you are interested in hosting a free cybersecurity presentation for your senior building, school, or organization, reach out to us today at: [email protected] #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth #CookCountySheriff #CyberSafety #CommunityEngagement #CookCounty #StaySafeOnline

Congratulations to our newest graduates, Recruit Class 26-04! We're proud of your dedication, teamwork and perseverance. Wishing you continued success as you begin your careers with the Cook County Department of Corrections. #CCDOC #CorrectionsOfficers #CCSO #Congratulations #GoWithCCSO #Graduation #CookCountySheriff

Meet Recruit Arias, Class Commander of Correctional Officer Academy Class 26-04—an inspiring example of leadership, dedication, and the growth possible within the Cook County Department of Corrections. #GoWithCCSO #CCSO #CorrectionsAcademy #Leaders

Let’s unpack this delivery to Cook County Jail that resulted in criminal charges. On Oct. 13, while conducting a routine security search of a cargo van delivering printer paper to the Jail, correctional officers found a ghost gun with a loaded magazine. The Sheriff’s Office Department of Investigations and Intelligence were called to the scene and during their investigation recovered brass knuckles during a second search of the vehicle. All these items are illegal to bring into a jail. Investigators learned the contraband belonged to the driver, 64-year-old Jeffery Burks, of Chicago, and that he was denied a FOID. Later that day, the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office approved felony charges of bringing a firearm into a penal institution, bringing a weapon into a penal institution, and aggravated unlawful possession of a weapon against him. Burks was ordered released from custody on Oct. 14, following his first appearance hearing at George N. Leighton Criminal Courthouse. The public is reminded that defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. #CookCountySheriff #LawEnforcement #CCSPD

Sheriff Dart spent time with Recruit Class 26-04 ahead of tomorrow's graduation, sharing vital words of wisdom and motivation. These future Correctional Officers are answering a true calling rooted in integrity and community protection. We are ready to stand by you and celebrate tomorrow. Congratulations on making it to the finish line, Class 26-04! Your turn to make an impact. Answer the call and join a team dedicated to excellence. Go With CCSO and apply today: bit.ly/3YOqY1r #CookCountySheriff #GoWithCCSO #JoinOurTeam #CareersInLawEnforcement #CCDOC

A 21-year-old man in custody at Cook County Jail on murder and aggravated vehicular hijacking cases is facing another felony charge after he was found in possession of drug-soaked paper. On May 18, Correctional Staff observed Anthony Nunnally on overhead camera constantly reaching into his pants and tucking something away. Correctional pulled him aside and searched him. Inside of the crotch of Nunnally’s long johns, they found two small square pieces of saturated paper wrapped in a larger piece of paper. The paper pieces were collected and sent to the Illinois State Police Lab for testing. The pieces tested positive for a synthetic cannabinoid and buprenorphine. On Oct. 9, a Cook County Grand Jury indicted Nunnally on a Bringing a Controlled Substance in a Penal Institution charge. Nunnally has been in Cook County Jail since October 2025. The public is reminded that defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. #CookCountySheriff #CCDOC #LawEnforcement

Today, on National First Responders Day, we honor the dedicated men and women of the Cook County Sheriff's Office who answer the call 24/7/365. From our patrol deputies and correctional officers to our specialized units and dispatchers, these public servants face the unknown every day to keep our communities safe. Thank you for your bravery, your sacrifice, and your unwavering commitment to Cook County. 🛡️💙 #CookCountySheriff #FirstResponders #ProtectAndServe #BehindTheBadge #LawEnforcement

Red Bull may give you wings but not in this case! On Oct. 7, a shipment containing $300,000 of Red Bull was reported stolen from Joliet. The Sheriff’s Police Organized Retail Crime Unit, working with the Tri-County Auto Theft Task Force, learned the stolen goods were likely at a warehouse in Bridgeview. On Oct. 26, Investigators went to the suspected location and found 11 pallets of Red Bull from the original stolen shipment. That’s more than 23,000 cans worth approximately $107,000. An investigation into those responsible for the theft is ongoing. #CookCountySheriff #LawEnforcement #CCSPD

Join us tomorrow at the Richard J. Daley Center from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM to meet the incredible, adoptable dogs from our CCSO Tails of Redemption program! 🐶❤️ Come by for a meet-and-greet with the dogs currently in our care, and see if one of them is the perfect match for your family. Can't make it tomorrow but still want to find your future pup? Check out the website to view available dogs like Ed, Guy, Bella, and Oliver, or fill out an interest form: bit.ly/4kgpRDA #TailsOfRedemption #CookCountySheriff #AdoptDontShop #DogAdoption #FurryFriend

Our Office has a dedicated team of investigators focused on missing persons cases that have gone unresolved for an extended period of time. Scarlett Blanco was last seen on May 7, 2021 in Kankakee, IL. If you have any information about Scarlett or this case, please call 773-674-9490 or email [email protected]. To learn more about our missing persons project, visit cookcountysheriffil.gov/pers…. #CookCountySheriff #MissingPersonsProject

Recognizing youth who make a difference! Know a high school student who goes above and beyond to serve their community? Applications are due this week for the Sheriff’s Office Commitment to Service Award, recognizing Cook County youth in grades 9-12 who have provided meaningful volunteer service to their communities. Selected students will receive a Certificate of Recognition honoring their commitment to making a difference. Students who have completed 100 or more hours of unpaid community service between September 1, 2025, and August 31, 2026, are encouraged to apply. Application Deadline: October 30, 2026 Applications are available online at: bit.ly/4hBPnld

We loved meeting all the kids in costume at Admiral Byrd Elementary School’s Trunk or Treat in Elk Grove Village! Sweet treats and Halloween safety tips were had by all. Have a happy and safe Halloween, Cook County! #CookCountySheriff #TrunkOrTreat #Halloween #HalloweenSafety

Today is National Drug Takeback Day! Since 2017, the Cook County Sheriff's Office has been hosting prescription drug takeback and electronics disposal events to keep our communities safe and healthy. This year alone, we scheduled over 100 prescription drug takeback events, and we anticipate surpassing 33,000 pounds of collected medication by the end of the year. This vital program helps Cook County residents by keeping opioids out of our communities and reducing the burden of maintaining clean waterways. It is a key component of our green initiative to protect both our people and our environment. Dispose of your unused medications safely today! Find a collection site near you. bit.ly/3GfwNzc #CookCountySheriff #NationalDrugTakebackDay #SafeDisposal #GreenInitiative #PublicHealth

1,000 vehicles serviced and counting! 🚗✨ We are proud to announce that our Lightsaver program has officially hit this incredible milestone. Sheriff Dart launched this initiative in 2021 with a clear mission: prevent unnecessary traffic stops and directly assist Cook County residents. Thank you to our community for trusting us to keep you moving safely! #CookCountySheriff #LightsaverProgram #CommunityPolicing

Since 2023, our Victim Support Services (VSS) Unit has partnered with Uber to provide survivors with essential and reliable transportation. Sometimes, this support means bringing life-saving items directly to a doorstep. In one instance, a domestic violence situation left a family with young children in a severe financial crisis. VSS used Uber grocery delivery to keep the family fed while our team worked on a long-term plan: securing a government Link card, finding a walking-distance food pantry, and creating a sustainable grocery budget. Thank you, Uber, for helping us protect, feed, and support vulnerable families and survivors in their time of need. 🙏✨ Learn more about the services available through our Victim Support Services Unit: bit.ly/4xXc74Z If you are in an emergency, please call 911. #CookCountySheriff #Uber #CommunityPartnership #VSS #VictimSupport

Our Retail Theft Liaison team joined Illinois Organized Retail Crime Association (ILORCA) for Coffee & Cocoa with a Cop at Mariano's in Bucktown this morning! ☕️👮‍♂️ We had an open conversation about the real-world impact of organized retail crime on targeted local businesses, focusing on how we can build strong partnerships to prevent it. Thank you to ILORCA and Mariano's for hosting such a great event. #CookCountySheriff #RetailLossPrevention #OrganizedRetailCrime #CommunityPolicing

A 24-year-old man who Sheriff’s Police escorted off a Chicago Transit Authority bus for possessing suspect cannabis in plain sight is facing a felony after officers found him in illegal possession of a firearm. At approximately 9:35 p.m. on Oct. 9, Sheriff’s Police saw Anthony Hicks, of Chicago, with cannabis on the bus in the 4900 block of Madison Street, which is in violation of CTA rules. While escorting him off the bus, Hicks attempted to flee, but officers apprehended him and placed him in handcuffs. While searching Hicks, they found a loaded firearm in his waistband and learned he was on parole for a previous firearm conviction. Officers also recovered suspect cannabis from his book bag. The Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office charged Hicks with possession of a firearm by a repeat felony offender and possession of a weapon by a person with a prior conviction for a forcible felony. He was also charged with manufacture/delivery of cannabis and a misdemeanor count of resisting/obstructing a peace officer. Hicks was ordered to Cook County Jail custody on Oct. 10 following his first appearance hearing at the George N. Leighton Criminal Courthouse. The public is reminded that defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. #CookCountySheriff #LawEnforcement #CCSPD

A 28-year-old Chicago man is facing a felony gun charge after Sheriff’s Police found him in illegal possession of a loaded firearm during a traffic stop in Chicago’s Chatham neighborhood. At approximately 10:10 p.m. on Oct. 8, Sheriff’s Police Organized Crime Division Investigators saw a Black Ford Escape run a red light at the intersection of 85th Street and Cottage Grove Avenue. The Ford eventually stopped at a parking lot in the 700 block of East 87th Street. When investigators spoke with the driver, they saw green plant material in and around the center console and smelled a strong odor of cannabis as well as the smell of an alcoholic beverage coming from inside the vehicle. Investigators asked the driver and her four passengers out of the car to conduct a drug investigation. While patting down one of the passengers, Kendall Jennings, investigators found a firearm in his waistband and learned that he was denied a FOID. Jennings was taken into custody. The driver was cited for running the red light and another passenger was cited for the two empty bottles of Miller High Life investigators found in the backseat. On the morning of Oct. 9, the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office charged Jennings with aggravated unlawful possession of a weapon. He appeared at the George N. Leighton Criminal Courthouse later that day for his first appearance hearing, where he was ordered released from custody. The public is reminded that defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. #CookCountySheriff #LawEnforcement #CCSPD