Therapy Dog Joins Buffalo Grove Police Department

'Gus' will assist with public relations/community engagement, along with helping in victim’s advocacy, mental health and trauma response.

Buffalo Grove Woman Shot In Chicago Expressway Shooting

Reports indicate the shots were fired from an unknown vehicle traveling on Interstate 94 (Dan Ryan Expressway) north of 47th Street.

Buffalo Grove Police Warn Of Recent Secretary Of State Scams

Scammers are sending unsolicited messages claiming individuals have outstanding renewal fees or missing contact information.

Fire Department Seeking Feedback From Buffalo Grove Community

The brief survey - open to all Buffalo Grove residents, business owners, employees, and visitors - closes Aug. 8.

Dispute Over Lottery Tickets; Dog Potty Issues: Blotter

A customer got into a dispute with an employee at a gas station over lottery tickets; neighbors quarrel: Buffalo Grove Police Blotter

Buffalo Grove Bicyclist Dies Of Injuries From Recent Car Crash

The 72-year-old man was injured June 18 in an accident involving a car in Wheeling.

Buffalo Grove Police Announce ‘Click It or Ticket’ Results

Eighty-six citations were issued during the recent Memorial Day Click It or Ticket enforcement period.

Neighbors Argue Over Dog's Walk; Cop Puts Out Car Fire: Blotter

Neighbors had a disagreement over where a dog was being walked; a police officer stopped a fire: Buffalo Grove Police Blotter

Resident Restrains Man Sitting In His Car In Driveway: Blotter

The resident found the man in his running car and said he also had keys to other vehicles: Buffalo Grove Police Blotter

Tobacco Store Burglarized; Landlord-Tenant Dispute: Blotter

A tobacco store owner found his store had been burglarized of money and merchandise: Buffalo Grove Police Blotter

Buffalo Grove Police Blotter May 14-19

The following information comes from the Buffalo Grove Police Department and court records as a record of police activity.

Motorcyclist Sustains Serious Injuries In Long Grove Crash

Police said the 25-year-old man was speeding prior to rear-ending a car in the Sunday morning crash.

Dog Bites Dog; Neighbor Assaults Neighbor: Blotter

A resident said a neighbor's dog crossed a street, bit their dog through a fence; a neighbor assaults resident: Buffalo Grove Police Blotter

Landlord, Tenant Dispute, Broken Window: Buffalo Grove Blotter

A rental property owner argues with tenant over damage, past due rent, a person tries to scam a seller on Craigslist and more from police.

Driving With No License, Burglary, Pot: Buffalo Grove Blotter

Someone is accused of stealing eggs from a mallard's nest, destroying the nest and scaring nearby ducks according to Buffalo Grove police.

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day 2021: Buffalo Grove

Nearly 1 million pounds of prescription drugs were collected during the last take-back event in October 2020.

'Significant' Outdoor Gas Leak Reported Friday In Buffalo Grove

UPDATE: Weiland Road has reopened to traffic Friday afternoon.

Home Burglary, Property Damage, Deception, Fraud: Police Blotter

Buffalo Grove Police handed complaints of someone scratching an offensive image on the hood of a car, home burglary and Uber account fraud.

Customer Complains About Hotel Pool; Fake Sheriff: Blotter

A customer at a hotel was unhappy the pool was booked; a caller pretended to be with the CCSO: Buffalo Grove Police Blotter

Former Teacher Accused Of Sexual Assault Of Student: Police

Police say Ilan Gibori, 46, met the victim while he was a teacher at Cooper Middle School in Buffalo Grove in 2017.

County Sheriff: St. Patrick’s Day Traffic Safety Campaign Results

Deputies issued 101 citations for speeding, distracted driving and other violations – including 30 seat belt citations.

Standoff With Police Follows Buffalo Grove Residential Burglary

A 25-year-old Rolling Meadows man is accused of felony residential burglary after a nearly four-hour standoff with police.

Two Thefts of Over $500 Reported in Town: Buffalo Grove Blotter

Two incidents of theft were reported to Buffalo Grove police. Both residents reported the item(s) stolen were valued at over $500.

Buffalo Grove Police Issue St. Patrick's Day Reminder: ‘Drive Sober Or Get Pulled Over’

“We understand people are looking for a reason to celebrate, but we urge you to do so safely,” said Lieutenant Michael Rodriguez.

Loud Explosions Heard On Successive Nights Near Homes: Blotter

Two residents called police to report hearing loud explosions over the course of several nights: Buffalo Grove Police Blotter

Police Announce St. Patrick's Day Holiday Enforcement Campaign

“We understand people are looking for a reason to celebrate, but we urge you to do so safely.”

Customer Steals Scanning Device From CVS: Blotter

A customer was seen on video stealing a scanning device left by an employee in the liquor department: Buffalo Grove Police Blotter

Customer Narrowly Avoids Being Hit By Car At Gas Station: Blotter

A customer at Circle K said another driver nearly hit her, then struck her car before leaving the scene: Buffalo Grove Police Blotter

Battery In Sauna Room At Gym; Stolen Crocs: Blotter

Police responded to a local gym following several incidents in the sauna room; package with Crocs stolen: Buffalo Grove Police Blotter

Sheriff Shares Super Bowl Traffic Safety Campaign Results

Sheriff’s deputies arrested one individual for being wanted on a DUI warrant and another for aggravated unlawful use of a weapon.

Homeless Man Battered By 'Sheriff' In Aldi's Parking Lot: Blotter

A homeless man and witness told police that the former was battered by a man saying he was a sheriff: Buffalo Grove Police Blotter

Buffalo Grove Armed Robbery Results In Arrest

A N. McHenry Road AT&T store was robbed at gunpoint Monday afternoon.

Wheeling Businessman Accused Of Bilking $3M In Scam: Authorities

Residents of Northbrook, Arlington Heights were also indicted on multiple counts of financial institution fraud.

Arrest Made In Armed Robbery At Buffalo Grove AT&T Store: Police

A Chicago man is accused of restraining an employee with plastic ties in the bathroom Monday, leaving with $57,000 worth of merchandise.

Fire Leaves Buffalo Grove Home Uninhabitable: Officials

No residents were hurt, one firefighter was injured in Monday's blaze that caused $150,000 in damage.

Buffalo Grove PD Meets Federal Use Of Force Requirements

This certification is part of the Safe Policing for Safe Communities Executive Order enacted in June of 2020.

Woman Accused Of Stealing 18 Whiskey Bottles From Jewel: Blotter

She attempted to steal three cases of Jameson Irish Whiskey by placing boxes of diapers on top of the booze: Buffalo Grove Police Blotter

Argument With Uber Driver Over COVID-19; Crab Leg Thief: Blotter

A rider and Uber driver got into argument over coronavirus numbers; a man stole tequila, crab legs from store: Buffalo Grove Police Blotter

Illegal Christmas Light Display; Exploding Batteries: Blotter

A resident was warned that their Christmas light display violated a permit; faulty batteries explode: Buffalo Grove Police Blotter

Buffalo Grove Police Chief Honored By Illinois Security Professionals Association

“Chief Casstevens has been awarded for his distinguished service, his history in law enforcement and going above and beyond."