Police Department News

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. 

Naperville Police Participate in “Speeding Catches Up With You” Enforcement Campaign This July

The Naperville Police Department is partnering with the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) to step up traffic safety efforts to reduce speeding throughout the month of July. 

Naperville Police Participate in Independence Day Traffic Safety Campaign

Naperville Police are participating in an Independence Day traffic enforcement campaign with a focus on impaired and unbuckled drivers.  

Naperville Police Investigate Fatal Traffic Crash at Chicago Avenue and Naper Boulevard

Naperville Police are investigating a fatal crash involving a motorcycle and a sport utility vehicle at the intersection of Chicago Avenue and Naper Boulevard around 9:35 p.m. on June 19. 

Court Grants State’s Motion to Deny Pre-Trial Release for Elgin Man Accused of Attempt Murder

An Elgin man is charged with attempted murder following a domestic incident in Naperville on June 17. 

Fourteen-Year-Old Naperville Juvenile Charged with Possession of Loaded Semi-automatic Handgun

Naperville Police arrested a 14-year-old in possession of a loaded semiautomatic handgun at approximately 7:30 p.m. on June 14. 

Cook County Convicted Felon Charged with Alleged Illegal Possession of Four Loaded Firearms

Naperville Police arrested a convicted felon from Cook County for illegal possession of multiple firearms on May 24, 2025. 

Naperville Police to Participate in Regional Route 59 Traffic Safety Initiative

On Friday, May 9, 2025, the Naperville Police Department will join with numerous police agencies in northern Illinois to conduct a traffic safety initiative along the Route 59 corridor.