DuPage County Sheriff's Office

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meaningful dialogue with citizens and constituents.

The mission of the DuPage County Sheriff’s Office is to provide the highest level of law enforcement possible by:

P: Preserving and protecting life, property and the right of all our citizens to live in peace

E: Enforcing the laws of the State of Illinois and County of DuPage by being fair and impartial

O: Operating in a proactive manner so as to prevent criminal activity before it occurs

P: Positive and innovative working environments for all of our members

L: Listening to and acting upon the needs of our citizens and the communities they live in

E: Excel in the highest standards of professionalism, integrity and efficiency

10/30/2026

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COMMUNITY ALERT: 🚨 DuPage County Sheriff’s Office Impersonation Scam 🚨
The DuPage County Sheriff’s Office warns residents about callers impersonating law enforcement and requesting money for a family member’s “bond,” GPS ankle monitor or court ordered classes.
A familiar phone number does not prove the call is legitimate. Scammers can manipulate caller ID to display the Sheriff’s Office or Jail number and may know accurate information about your family.
•🚨 Do not send money through Cash App, Venmo or other payment apps at an unsolicited caller’s direction.
•🚨 Do not provide banking information, passwords or verification codes.
•🚨 Be suspicious of urgent payment demands or instructions to remain on the phone while transferring money.
Hang up and verify independently. Find the agency’s number on its official website and call directly. Do not rely on a number supplied by the caller.
If you already sent money, contact your bank or payment service immediately and report the incident to your local police department.

10/27/2026

10/26/2026

Today, Undersheriff Eddie Moore welcomed Tom Cleveland to the JOF as a Court Security Officer. Tom Cleveland will bring experience to the Court House as he is a transfer from R & D
Welcome and good luck!

10/25/2026

On Friday, October 23, Sheriff Mendrick addressed the final Crisis Intervention Team class of his career — a milestone for a leader who has always believed that well‑trained, compassionate responders make our communities safer. Under his guidance the 40‑hour C.I.T. curriculum earned certification from the Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board, ensuring the program meets rigorous statewide standards for trauma‑informed crisis response.

Thanks to a grant from ILETSB, Sheriff Mendrick’s vision reaches every Sheriff’s Deputy and police agency across DuPage County at no charge — removing financial barriers so that all law enforcement can receive this essential training. His leadership and foresight in pursuing certification and funding were pivotal to the program’s wide adoption and lasting success, expanding access to crisis‑recognition, effective communication, and safe de‑escalation techniques. He also brought key DuPage County partners to the table — members from the health department, the state’s attorney’s office, and probation — whose collaboration and expertise were invaluable in shaping a multidisciplinary, community-centered curriculum.
“The DuPage County Sheriff’s Office instituted these de-escalation strategies long before the training became mandatory,” said Sheriff James Mendrick. “Through our Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) training, the DuPage County Sheriff’s Office has been at the forefront of addressing mental health and behavioral crises with empathy and skill. This specialized training is crucial in ensuring that we serve our community with the highest level of care,” he continued.
Sheriff Mendrick will be deeply missed by colleagues and the communities he served, yet his legacy endures in the strengthened skills and compassionate practices he championed. Because of his dedication and the partnerships he nurtured, deputies and officers across the county are better prepared to respond to behavioral‑health crises with empathy and professionalism — a lasting tribute to his commitment to safety, service, and community trust. Thank you Sheriff Mendrick.

10/15/2026

10/13/2026

Today Sheriff James Mendrick and Corrections Chief Mark Garcia welcomed our newest Deputy, Ashley Johnson, to our Office. Deputy Johnson will join the Corrections Bureau.
Congratulations!

10/13/2026

Today Sheriff James Mendrick and Corrections Chief Mark Garcia welcomed our newest Deputy, Cody Mullen, to our Office. Deputy Mullen will both join the Corrections Bureau.
Congratulations!

10/13/2026

Sheriff James Mendrick and Corrections Chief Mark Garcia welcomed Samuel Reach from the R & D Office to the JOF as a Court Security Officer.
Welcome and good luck!

10/09/2026

History is being made today in Illinois!
Sheriff James Mendrick and the DuPage County Sheriff’s Office are proud to announce the launch of I.G.N.I.T.E. (Inmate Growth Naturally and Intentionally through Education). This initiative makes DuPage County the first jail in the state to adopt this powerful program. In partnership with JUST of DuPage and the National Sheriffs’ Association, I.G.N.I.T.E. provides inmates with education and trade training five days a week. From GED classes and college courses to financial literacy and vocational certifications, this program is designed to reduce recidivism and change lives from the inside out. This program will supplement the work of JUST and their mission within our continuum of care. We are taking the successful JUST of DuPage program to a national level.
Thank You to Genesee County Sheriff, Christopher R Swanson for creating this incredible blue print, to Sheriff James Mendrick, to Meghan Beal, I.G.N.I.T.E. Director, National Sheriffs’ Association and to our local partners for helping us bring such success through our rehabilitative efforts!

10/07/2026

🐾 Making a difference, one plush K9 at a time! 🐾
Lynn Saputo of the Illinois Sheriffs' Association (ISA) presented a $2,000 check to Sheriff James Mendrick for the DuPage County Sheriff’s Office K9 program! Deputy Davis and K9 partner Xena was chosen as our 2026 ISA K9 Hero and Ambassador!! These K9 partners have the capability to do things that no human being can achieve. Their olfactories work beyond any capability that a human being has.
This donation was made possible thanks to everyone who supported our fundraiser by adopting one of the 131 plush K9 Xenas so far. Thank you to our incredible community for your generosity and for helping support our hard working K9 units!
Don’t worry, there are still K9 Xena, plush available.
(Just go to ilsheriff.org then go to the k9 Heroes tab on top).

Address

501 N County Farm Road
Wheaton, IL
60187

Telephone

+16304072000

Website

http://www.dupagesheriff.org/

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