Marion County Sheriff's Office, Illinois

05/24/2026

UPDATE- Owner located and they are attempting to apprehend the suspect! Thanks all for your assistance!

Public assistance needed

Odin Rd area near Royal Lake.

There is a large aggressive solid black bull that has gotten out of its fencing. Last seen headed towards Odin Road from an address on Kingshighway Ave.

If you have cattle or know someone that does live in this area, please check and see if you/they are missing a solid black bull.

Please call the Marion County Sheriff’s Office with any information. 618-548-2141

05/22/2026

Public assistance requested

The Marion County Sheriff’s Office App “Submit a Tip” feature is a valuable tool used not only by the Sheriff’s Office, but also by other local law enforcement agencies.

We would like to remind the public that the tip submission feature should not be used to report crimes that are actively occurring or situations requiring an immediate law enforcement response. The tip line is not monitored continuously 24 hours a day, and information submitted through the app may not be seen immediately.

If you are witnessing an active crime or have an emergency requiring immediate police assistance, please call 911 or contact your local police department directly.

If you have information regarding a crime that has already occurred, or knowledge of a potential crime that may take place, we encourage you to submit that information through the app’s tip feature.

Thank you for your continued assistance and support. The information provided by the public is an important part of helping law enforcement protect our communities.

Sheriff Kevin Cripps

05/21/2026

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05/19/2026

Green Street Road is now OPEN to traffic

Good morning Marion County!
Green Street Road, East of Central City is now OPEN.
Marion County Highway Department

05/19/2026

Green St Road to close East of Central City

Due to the heavy rain, we have received word the gates will be opened on Raccoon Lake. Marion County Highway Department will close Green Street Road between Brick Hill Road and Brewery Hill Road. The roadway will be closing within the next hour or so. WATCH FOR SIGNS. Turn around don't drown!Sheriff Kevin Cripps

05/14/2026

New Marion County Deputy Sworn in

Shawn Bailey, 23 yo. Army veteran sworn in as newest Marion County Deputy yesterday. Replacing Isaac Hays who is now with the Salem Police a department.
Shawn is a Graduate of Salem Community High school and went straight to the Army following.
Deputy Bailey is Married and lives in rural South East Marion County.
He will begin the police academy at SWIC on Monday
welcome Deputy Shawn Bailey

05/12/2026

Police Memorial week

I want to take a moment to recognize and thank every law enforcement officer in Marion County for your dedication, sacrifice, and service to our communities. During Police Memorial Week, we honor not only those who continue to serve, but also remember the brave officers across our state and nation who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.

Today, I especially remember Officer Adam Conrad, Marion County End of Watch: January 20, 2016. His service and sacrifice will never be forgotten.

To all of our officers — thank you for your commitment, courage, and service.

Sheriff Kevin Cripps

05/07/2026

Just want to say, we are blessed with the best CO’s around! Thank you for your service

During National Correctional Officers Week, the Illinois Sheriffs’ Association proudly stands with the dedicated men and women who serve inside our jails and correctional facilities.

Your work often goes unseen, but it is essential to the safety and stability of our communities. You face challenges with professionalism, strength, and unwavering commitment every single day.

We See You. We Thank You. We stand by you. We support you. And we thank you for your service and sacrifice.

05/06/2026

The street on the EAST side of the Courthouse (NORTH WASHINGTON ST) is NOW a ONE WAY (North bound only) street.

The street on the EAST side of the Courthouse (NORTH WASHINGTON ST) is NOW a ONE WAY (North bound only) street. Please see the new signage from the City of Salem.

05/06/2026

This week is National Corrections Officer week

In recognition of National Corrections Officer Week, Marion County extends its sincere appreciation to the dedicated professionals serving at the Marion County Sheriff’s Office. These corrections officers demonstrate exceptional commitment and professionalism in carrying out their duties each day. Their primary responsibility is to maintain a safe and secure environment for staff, visitors, and the incarcerated population, and they fulfill this role with integrity and diligence. We are grateful for their service to our community.
To all my staff, Thank you for doing the job many would never or could not do.
Sheriff Kevin Cripps

05/04/2026

Deputy Sheriff Applicants NEEDED!

Good morning,
Marion County, we need YOU to assist us in finding good candidates to be police officers in our County.
If you are currently a Police Officer or if you know anyone who would be a "good dang cop", we want you to apply with us. See photo letter attached to this notification.
Sheriff Kevin W. Cripps