Pekin Police Department

Pekin Police Department Official page for the City of Pekin Police Department. This page is not monitored on a real-time basis. For emergencies dial 911.

If you require assistance, please call us at 309-346-3132.

Happy Labor Day Weekend, Pekin! Whether you're firing up the grill, heading out on the road, spending time with family a...
09/05/2026

Happy Labor Day Weekend, Pekin!

Whether you're firing up the grill, heading out on the road, spending time with family and friends, or just enjoying an extra day to relax, we hope you have a fantastic Labor Day weekend!

As you're out celebrating, we have just a few friendly reminders:
*Drive safely and buckle up.
*Put the phone away while driving.
*If you're celebrating with alcohol, please have a designated driver or use a ride home.

Thank you to everyone who works through the holiday to keep our community running—from first responders and healthcare workers to dispatchers, utility crews, restaurant staff, and so many others. We appreciate you!

From all of us at the Pekin Police Department, have a fun and safe Labor Day Weekend.

Happy Labor Day!

-Pekin Police

TODAY'S THE DAY! Join the Pekin Police Department today at Schnucks in Pekin as we kick off 2026 Schnucks LETR Days in s...
09/04/2026

TODAY'S THE DAY!

Join the Pekin Police Department today at Schnucks in Pekin as we kick off 2026 Schnucks LETR Days in support of Special Olympics Illinois!

🕓 Today (September 4): 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Stop by, say hello, and support an incredible cause. Whether you make a donation or simply cheer us on, you're helping make a difference in the lives of Special Olympics Illinois athletes.

Can't make it? Scan the QR code in the graphic below to donate online.

Thank you for helping us keep the Flame of Hope burning bright!

-Pekin Police

Support Special Olympics Illinois with the Pekin Police Department! Join us at Schnucks in Pekin during 2026 Schnucks LE...
09/01/2026

Support Special Olympics Illinois with the Pekin Police Department!

Join us at Schnucks in Pekin during 2026 Schnucks LETR Days to help raise funds for Special Olympics Illinois!

📅 September 4: 4–8 p.m.
📅 September 5: 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
📅 September 6: 10 a.m.–6 p.m.

We'll have shirts, hats, pins, and golf cart raffle tickets available for purchase.
Can't make it? You can still support the cause by scanning the QR code below to donate online.

Stop by, say hello, and help us support the incredible athletes of Special Olympics Illinois. Every donation makes a difference!

See you there!

-Pekin Police

Welcome to the Pekin Police Department, Officer Bryce Bell! Please join us in welcoming Bryce Bell, who was officially s...
08/28/2026

Welcome to the Pekin Police Department, Officer Bryce Bell!

Please join us in welcoming Bryce Bell, who was officially sworn in as our newest Officer with the Pekin Police Department!

Bryce will begin the 16- week Police Training Institute (PTI) Academy, followed by an extensive Field Training Officer (FTO) Program, where he'll work alongside experienced officers before serving our community on solo patrol.

We wish Bryce the very best as he begins this exciting journey in law enforcement. Congratulations, and welcome to the Pekin Police Department family!

-Pekin Police

Swatting Call at Pekin High SchoolFrom 08/24/26Due to a threat received regarding a potential bomb and weapon in the bui...
08/24/2026

Swatting Call at Pekin High School

From 08/24/26

Due to a threat received regarding a potential bomb and weapon in the building, PCHS was put on lockdown.

In collaboration with the Pekin Police Dept, the building was immediately secured and steps were taken to ensure the building, students and staff were safe. Based on the investigation that ensued we believe that this threat is a result of swatting, which indicates that this is not a viable threat to our school community.

As such, the school will be lifting the lockdown and the day will proceed as usual.

However, we will continue to have an increase of police presence for the remainder of the day out of extreme precaution.

-Pekin Police

TODAY IS THE DAY! Come see us at Texas Roadhouse for Tip-A-Cop from 4-8PM!Stop by, say hi, eat, and help us support Spec...
08/24/2026

TODAY IS THE DAY!

Come see us at Texas Roadhouse for Tip-A-Cop from 4-8PM!

Stop by, say hi, eat, and help us support Special Olympics Illinois!

We’ll see you there!

-Pekin Police

MARK YOUR CALENDARS!Join the Pekin Police Department and our law enforcement partners for Tip-A-Cop at Texas Roadhouse! ...
08/17/2026

MARK YOUR CALENDARS!

Join the Pekin Police Department and our law enforcement partners for Tip-A-Cop at Texas Roadhouse!

Monday, August 24, 2026
Texas Roadhouse – East Peoria
4–8 PM

Enjoy a great meal, meet local officers, and help us raise money for Special Olympics Illinois!

Please like, share, and invite your friends and family!

— Pekin Police Department

*****The correct answer is B! ✅Well done!Police tracking dogs are trained to follow a combination of a person's unique s...
08/14/2026

*****The correct answer is B! ✅Well done!

Police tracking dogs are trained to follow a combination of a person's unique scent and the scent disturbance created as they move through an area.

K9 Quiz Time!

Our K9 teams can track people over a variety of terrains and conditions—but what are they actually following?

Question: During a typical police tracking deployment, what scent is the K9 primarily trained to follow?

A. The odor from crushed vegetation and disturbed ground left by a person's passage
B. A combination of the individual's unique human scent and the scent disturbance they leave behind
C. The strongest scent in the area, regardless of who left it
D. The scent of recently shed clothing fibers and footwear rubber

👇 Comment your answer below (A, B, C, or D)!

08/09/2026

Cops For Kids 2026

Join Us for the 2026 Texas Roadhouse Tip-A-Cop! Mark your calendars for Monday, August 24th and help support an incredib...
08/07/2026

Join Us for the 2026 Texas Roadhouse Tip-A-Cop!

Mark your calendars for Monday, August 24th and help support an incredible cause!

The Pekin Police Department, along with our law enforcement partners, will be teaming up with Texas Roadhouse to raise money for Special Olympics Illinois through the Law Enforcement Torch Run Tip-A-Cop fundraiser.

While you enjoy a great meal, officers will be serving guests, greeting tables, and collecting donations to help provide year-round sports training and competition opportunities for Special Olympics Illinois athletes. Every donation helps change lives.

-Enjoy a great meal.
-Meet your local law enforcement officers.
-Support Special Olympics Illinois.
-Date: Monday, August 24, 2026
-Location: Texas Roadhouse – East Peoria
Join us from 4-8 p.m. and help us reach our fundraising goal!

A huge thank you to everyone who continues to support the athletes of Special Olympics Illinois. We look forward to seeing you there!

Please help us spread the word by liking, sharing, and inviting your friends and family!

-Pekin Police

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Pekin, IL
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