Police Department News

Naperville Police Department reminds drivers: This Thanksgiving, buckle up and drive sober

The Naperville Police Department is joining the Illinois State Police and local partners for a holiday traffic safety enforcement campaign that will run from Nov. 21 to Dec. 2. 

Pre-Trial Release Denied for Chicago Man Charged with Possession with Intent to Deliver Illegal Narcotics/Cannabis

Naperville Police arrested a Chicago man as he disembarked a train from California, allegedly possessing and intending to deliver methamphetamine/cocaine and nearly 1,000 grams of cannabis.  

Pre-Trial Release Denied for Naperville Man Charged with Drug Trafficking

A Naperville man is charged with drug trafficking after a suspicious package allegedly containing approximately 1,000 fentanyl tablets was intercepted in the mail. 

Naperville Police Investigate Vehicle Discovered Submerged in Lake

Naperville Police are investigating the discovery of a submerged vehicle and suspected human remains located in Naperville's Lake Osborne on Sept. 25. 

Naperville’s Annual Public Safety Open House Set for Sept. 27

The Naperville Police and Fire Departments invite all residents to attend the annual Public Safety Open House from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 27. 

Homeless Man Charged with String of Business Burglaries in Naperville

A homeless man was arrested and charged with six counts of felony burglary following an investigation into a string of burglaries to Naperville businesses between July 24 and Sept. 7, 2025. 

Naperville Man Charged with Armed Carjacking/Kidnapping and Attempt Armed Carjacking at Gunpoint in Two Separate Incidents in Naperville and Warrenville

Police arrested a Naperville man on Aug. 25 on felony counts of armed violence, attempted aggravated vehicular hijacking, and aggravated battery following an incident in Naperville. 

Naperville Police Arrest Bolingbrook Man for Unlawful Recording in Public Restrooms

A Naperville Police investigation into hidden cameras discovered in public restrooms at a Naperville gym culminated Aug. 24, 2025, with the arrest of Erick Palacios, 47, of Bolingbrook. 

Naperville Police Investigate Fatal Traffic Crash at Naper Boulevard and Plank Road

Naperville Police are investigating a fatal motorcycle crash that occurred late in the evening hours of Aug. 13, 2025, near the intersection of Naper Boulevard and Plank Road. 

Joint Statement from the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County and Naperville Police Department

On Aug. 14, 2025, Naperville Police officers were called to a trailhead at the Springbrook Prairie Forest Preserve for the report of a deceased individual in the prairie. 

Naperville Police Investigate Fatal Traffic Crash at Washington and School Streets

Naperville Police are investigating a fatal motorcycle crash that occurred in the early morning hours of Aug. 10, 2025, near the intersection of Washington and School streets. 

Court Grants State’s Motion to Detain Pre-Trial Cicero Man Accused of Pointing Gun at Motorist/Fleeing from Police

Naperville Police arrested a Cicero man on Aug. 8, after he fled from police following a road rage incident in which he allegedly pointed a gun at another motorist. 

Update on Naperville Police Search for Missing Adult

An update on the Naperville Police Department's efforts to locate Olasinmibo “Sinmi” Abosede, 46, of Naperville, who was reported missing on Wednesday, July 30. 

Naperville Police Seek the Public’s Help with Locating a Missing Adult

The Naperville Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating an adult woman last seen June 30 walking in the 2100 block of Sudbury Street in Naperville. 

Naperville Police Accepting Applications for Fall 2025 Citizen Police Academy

The Naperville Police Department is now accepting applications for a 10-week Citizen Police Academy (CPA) beginning on Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2025. 

Naperville Police Host College Safety Webinar for Students and Parents on July 31

Crime prevention specialists from the Naperville Police Department will present “Safety for the College-Bound Student” at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, July 31.  

Naperville to Celebrate National Night Out with Community Events on Aug. 4 and 5

Residents are encouraged to attend Naperville's National Night Out free community-wide kick-off celebration on Aug. 4, 2025, and neighborhood events on Aug. 5, 2025. 

Naperville Police Initiate Death Investigation

Naperville Police have initiated a death investigation concerning a 27-year-old male who was unresponsive at Centennial Beach, 500 Jackson Ave., around 6:00 p.m. on July 10. 

Two Men Charged with Aggravated Street Racing

Two men are charged with felony aggravated street racing following a lengthy investigation into a crash that sent two passengers to the hospital with serious injuries on April 26, 2025.