Park Ridge Police Department

The Park Ridge Police Department begins Fourth of July safety campaign to encourage safe and sober driving

Park Ridge, IL – The Park Ridge Police Department announced plans for stepped-up July Fourth traffic enforcement with a focus on impaired and unbuckled drivers. The safety campaign will run from June 19 through July 6 to encompass three summer weekends leading up to and after Independence Day.

“It’s simple: If you’re driving, don’t drink or use ma*****na or other drugs,” said Tom Gadomski. “Our officers will be working around the clock to keep impaired drivers off the road and enforce all other traffic laws.”

The Park Ridge Police Department will join the Illinois State Police and more than 200 local police and sheriff’s departments for the increased statewide enforcement effort.

Use these tips to help ensure a happy and safe holiday:

Designate a sober driver and give them your keys before you go out.

Don’t let friends or family members drive under the influence.

If you are drunk or impaired by ma*****na or other drugs, call a taxi, take mass transit, use your favorite ride-sharing app, or call a sober friend or family member to get you home safely.

Promptly report drunk drivers to law enforcement by pulling over and dialing 911.

Make sure everyone in your vehicle wears their seat belt. It’s not only the law, but also your best defense against an impaired driver.

The “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over,” “Drive High Get a DUI” and “Click It or Ticket” programs are made possible by federal highway safety funds administered by the Illinois Department of Transportation.

Feel Good Friday 🎉

The Park Ridge Police Department is hiring an additional Social Worker. In this role, you'll work alongside police personnel to provide intervention, advocacy, referrals, and short-term counseling services that help connect residents with the support they need.

If you're passionate about serving the community and making a positive impact, we encourage you to apply.

The Park Ridge Police Department is hiring a Social Worker. In this role, you'll work alongside police personnel to provide intervention, advocacy, referrals, and short-term counseling services that help connect residents with the support they need.

If you're passionate about serving the community and making a positive impact, we encourage you to apply.

Learn more and apply at parkridge.us/jobs.

UPDATE: Dog has been reunited with owner.

Found Dog Alert

This little guy was found in the 1200 block of South Delphia. If you are the owner or know who the owner is please give us a call at 847-318-5252.