"But that's not up to us.". (Photo by Eric Ayres). By Dan Hinkel. (Photo by Eric Ayres), Sgt. / CBS Chicago. (Photo by Eric Ayres), Wheeling Police chief Shawn Schwertfeger addresses the crowd Monday at WesBanco Arena during the eighth annual Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony. With members of the command staff and Honor Guard in full formal dress uniforms, Wheeling Police officials welcomed the public to WesBanco Arenas sprawling lobby area to celebrate the service and commemorate the sacrifice made by nine members of the department who gave their lives in the line of duty since the late 1800s. Patrolman Glenn was shot and killed as he investigated a possible burglary. Recently approved Federal grant assistance, will see the Wheeling K-9 expanding through the addition of another dog in the coming year. Wheeling Police Department 1500 Chapline Street, Room 101 Wheeling, WV 26003 . The on-duty officer was involved in a crash that injured a male . A Wheeling, Ill. police officer died Saturday following a training exercise two days earlier. When Patrolman Seamon arrived at the home he located the mother in the front yard and began talking to her. A police dash-cam video recently obtained by the Tribune shows the moments leading up to a fatal crash between a Wheeling police SUV and a pedestrian last September. Both suspects were convicted of Patrolman Glenn's murder and sentenced to life in prison. On average, the Center answers over 280 telephone calls per day and processes approximately 114,000 calls for service annually; not all require a case report. The pedestrian, whose age was not immediately known, was later pronounced dead at the scene. They were honored for the service Monday during the annual Law Enforcement Memorial. Devarjaye DJ Daniel, 11, of Pearland, Texas, was invited to attend a swearing-in ceremony during the academy. Wheeling, WV 26003 Get Directions Hours *By Appointment Only (304-234-3761) Fingerprinting (Monday-Friday) Command Staff Home > Departments > Police > Command Staff WPD Command Staff Shawn Schwertfeger Chief of Police Shawn Schwertfeger became Wheeling, West Virginia's 54th Chief of Police in June of 2012. He stole the show, Sanders said. He sustained severe head injuries and died at a local hospital. Contact Us Troy Musolf Commander of Patrol Email Phone: (847) 459-2689 More Information Police Department Physical Address 1 Community Boulevard Wheeling, IL 60090 Phone: 847-459-2632 Fax: 847-520-2024 Emergency: 911 She joined the Army after high school and served with military police in Iraq, Owens said. 2013 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. The suspect was found guilty of Patrolman Bowen's murder but was only sentenced to 3 years, which he served at the Moundsville Penitentiary. Within a month of active service Kane made his first drug bust, resulting in the seizure of a significant amount of cocaine and cash. The Wheeling Police Department was founded in 1806, and is among the oldest in West Virginia. WHEELING, Ill. (WLS) -- A man was struck and killed by a police squad car in northwest suburban Wheeling over the weekend and his family wants to know what happened. Patrolman Seamon was able to return fire once but did not strike the suspect. Patrolman Seamon had served with the agency for 12 years. The Wheeling Police Department is committed to achieving our mission while adhering to a series of core values that you will find throughout this site. Woman hit, killed by 2 vehicles in Wheeling: police A 53-year-old Wheeling woman was killed after 2 vehicles hit her Thursday night, police said. (Photo by Eric Ayres), In the long history of the Wheeling Police Department, a total of nine officers died in the line of duty. You will be redirected once the validation is complete. Law enforcement officers support us everyday. The suspect was able to fire a shot, striking Patrolman Seamon in the neck. During the ensuing struggle, the man was able to regain control of the revolver and shot Patrolman Bartels in the chest. Visitation and a memorial gathering have been scheduled for Friday, March 3 for Ben Peterson, 45, a popular community police officer in Park Ridge. Kane was later teamed with Officer Czopek, who while working together completed certifications in narcotics searches, tracking, area searches, building searches, and handler protection before graduating TOPS K-9 Academy in November 2022. 1 Fallen Officer. Also participating in Wednesdays police memorial event in Wheeling was Commander Ricky Manning of the Allegheny County Sheriffs Office. 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The man fled to Ohio after the murder where he was arrested after a shootout with Bridgeport, Ohio, officers. End of Watch: Wednesday, May 3, 1922 The suspect was convicted of murder, attempted murder, aggravated kidnapping and armed robbery, and sentenced to death. Ptlm. Both Schwertfeger and Noice are past graduates of the FBI National Academy. Hes a riot to be around. (Photo by Eric Ayres). Patrolman Bowen was survived by his wife and infant child. The Wheeling Police Departments K-9 Unit currently comprises of Officer Robert Czopek and his German Shepard partner, Kane. He was returning to the department's headquarters from the Woodsdale area at the end of his shift. He was always the captain of any team that hes been on, and now that leadership took on a whole new meaning when he just like all of you in this room stepped up to shoulder that responsibility, Weld said. 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He believes DJ is the first person to be named an honorary Wheeling Police Department officer in the departments history. A wake and memorial service are scheduled from 3 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Kolssak Funeral Home, 189 S. Milwaukee Ave., Wheeling, the Police Department said. Goodwin-Badger, an evidence technician, was receiving training on nighttime photography when she fell ill and was taken to Advocate Lutheran General Hospital in Park Ridge, Benson said. Fire Chief Larry Helms and . Attn: Wheeling PD. Age: 39. Patrolman Wolfe died at the North Wheeling Hospital two hours after his motorcycle had skidded on the wet River Road, near the Wheeling terminal bridge, and catapulted him into a Wheeling Traction passenger waiting station. Wheeling Police Chief Shawn Schwertfeger read the names of the nine fallen officers who served West Virginias oldest active police department. Assist with traffic control. End of Watch: Monday, October 11, 1971 A small boy had informed him that his father had a gun and was going to shoot his mother. Wheeling Police Department Lt. Joshua Sanders swears in Devarjaye DJ Daniel, 11, of Pearland, Texas, to the department during the FBI National Academy held last week in Quantico, Virginia. Patrolman Henry C. Seamon He loves corny dad jokes. Monday ceremony, originally scheduled to be held at Heritage Port, moved into WesBanco Arena due to the rising waters of the Ohio River. He said he often gets asked why he permitted them to choose law enforcement as a vocation. On January 11, 2003, the outgoing governor granted clemency to all 167 Illinois death row inmates as one of his last acts in . The U.S. Services will be held at an unannounced date in Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. where Goodwin-Badger will be laid to rest in her home state. A retired police officer armed with an assault weapon and a handgun fired up to two dozen shots at a U.S. courthouse in West Virginia on Wednesday before police returned fire and killed him . Cmdr. The program included about 11 weeks of training on a variety of topics. Patrolman Charles Brunhaus died from injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident earlier in the day. State Sen. Ryan Weld, R-Brooke, a former prosecutor and a U.S. Air Force veteran, was Mondays keynote speaker, who said he was eager to show his gratitude to law enforcement officers during the memorial event for another reason because his younger brother, Corey, grew up to become a police officer. Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Patrolman Ray M. Lazear The Wheeling Police Department Wednesday night hosted its ninth annual Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony at WesBanco Arena. All of your interactions with the public are unfairly placed under a microscope and become the subject of ridicule by armchair quarterbacks who have never had to make a split-second decision before in their lives, he said. A Des Plaines man is dead after being struck by an on-duty Wheeling police officer in his squad vehicle early Sunday morning. Sanders chose to take classes on emotional intelligence, officer wellness, breaking barriers and building communities, forensics and more. Hes motivating and inspiring. Goodwin-Badger "worked the midnight shift where she utilized her skills as a youth officer and evidence technician," police said. Patrolman Salavia C. (Lafe) Bowen Meanwhile, you can meet Officer Czopek and K-9 Kane at Wheelings National Night Out event or at one of the many other demonstrations performed throughout the year. Subscribe for Updates; ODMP Mobile App; . Members of the Wheeling Police Department Honor Guard prepare to fire a 21-gun salute outside WesBanco Arena near Heritage Port on Monday during the eighth annual Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony. Quick Links. As Patrolman Brady and another officer entered, the building collapsed, killing Patrolman Brady. 230 were here. Contact Info. He was returned to West Virginia and charged with Patrolman Bowen's murder. The man then took the patrolman's hat and gun. Bill Roscop Mount Prospect Police. He and his family were left homeless and living in a storm shelter, which is where he met the officers. The death of a Wheeling police officer who fell ill during a departmental training session last week appears to be related to a blood clot in her lung, the officer's sister said Monday. I knew when I sent him to Quantico that he would excel, and he certainly has not let me down. Officials noted that it was not how these officers died that made them heroes, it was how they lived and how they served their communities. Patrolman Wolfe was killed in a motorcycle accident while chasing a speeder. Benson said grief counseling would be available for the department of about 90 people, including some 60 sworn officers. I wish you could take funds from law enforcement, give them to social service and all the different programs, and truly make a difference, he said. (Photo by Eric Ayres), Wheeling Mayor Glenn Elliott addresses the crowd Monday at WesBanco Arena during the eighth annual Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony. The officers that worked in that shelter had a huge impact on DJ. Patrol Officer Kenneth Dawson was shot and killed while responding to a burglary call on Cleo Court. Napier said he has two sons one who is a current member of the Charleston Police Department, and one who has interest in federal law enforcement. Patrolman Bailey had served with the agency for 7 years. Wheeling Police Department Lt. Joshua Sanders swears in Devarjaye "DJ" Daniel, 11, of Pearland, Texas, to the department during the FBI National Academy held last week in Quantico, Virginia.. Whether you know it or not, you all are the leaders of the community in which you serve.. Larry and Tyrone Strickland shot to death Wheeling Police Officer Kenneth Dawson and fled in a stolen car, but Boyle managed to hunt them down and recover the murder weapon that was used to. Culbertson Crouch was charged with manslaughter after his tragic accident, and the then would-be robber was never found. The man was taken to Wheeling Hospital, where he later died. Supporters of the mend and women in blue gathered Tuesday inside WesBanco Arena's lobby for the annual Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony held by the Wheeling Police Department. Whether people like it or not, were going to keep doing it, even if it costs us our lives, Schwertfeger said. Patrolman Charles Brunhaus died from injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident earlier in the day. Wheeling, W.Va. (WTRF) - Wheeling Police confirm that one man has died following a shooting on Wheeling Island Saturday night. transporting impounded animals to the pound. . Age: 39. Postal Service will buy more than 9,000 Ford electric delivery vehicles, one year after an initial plan to buy predominantly gas-powered vehicles sparked controversy. Among those present were current law enforcement personnel, their supporters, and family members and friends of officers making the ultimate sacrifice. Create a free ODMP account now for these benefits: Create an account for more options, or use this form to leave a Reflection now. Visit memorials of law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty in Illinois. Patrolman Seamon was transported to Ohio Valley General Hospital where he died approximately two hours later. This fall will mark 50 years since the last Wheeling police officer Patrolman James Reiter Bailey died serving the city on Oct. 11, 1971. all 37 Reflections, Reflections Terms of Use (revised 5/31/2012), View, edit or delete any Reflection you've left in the past. Patrolman Bartels had served with the agency for 2 years. National Police Week continues through Saturday, when National Peace Officer Memorial Day is observed. Their loss should serve as a very stark reminder to each of us the risk that these men and women who protect us take each time they go on duty, Wheeling Mayor Glenn Elliott said. Copyright 1996-2023, The Officer Down Memorial Page, Inc, Registration for the 2023 National Police Week 5K goes up $5 on March 2nd save on our introductory pricing and, register today to run or walk in your hometown, View Communications 9-1-1 Center. Since then, nine Wheeling Police officers have died in the line of duty. (Photo by Eric Ayres), This is an important ceremony, the chief said. End of Watch: Monday, February 26, 1917 Were already hurting, but it could be worse.. I wish we could all get along that there would be less violence but thats not going to happen. The inmate's sentence was commuted to life without parole. Benson said that could have been because her organs were being prepared for donation. He was survived by his wife and three daughters. City of Wheeling, West Virginia 1500 Chapline Street Wheeling, . WHEELING Members of the Wheeling Police Department helped kick off National Police Week in distinguished fashion Tuesday during the departments eighth annual Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony. Your sacrifice will not be forgotten. Since the Wheeling Police Departments creation in January 1806, nine law enforcement officers have lost their lives while protecting the community they served. Hes a lot of fun. Oakbrook, IL 60523. Business Hours: 08:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. M-Th. Hes a ball of energy; these events give him energy and motivate him.. Patrol Officer Kenneth Dawson was shot and killed while responding to a burglary call on Cleo Court. Wheeling police Chief William Benson said Goodwin-Badger was "one of the most loved persons on this department.". They are John P. Brady (1868), Joseph Glenn (1888), Salvia C. "Lafe" Bowen (1902), Henry Carl Seamon (1917), Herman. The Kansas City Police Department said the incident started after 9:30 p.m. in the area of E. 23rd Street and Blue Ridge Boulevard. WHEELING, Ill. (STMW) -- A Wheeling police officer's vehicle struck and killed a pedestrian Sunday morning in the northwest suburb. On January 11, 1908, he was shot and killed by a 14-year-old boy when he attempted to burglarize the boys home in Alverton, Pennsylvania. The ceremony included a 21-gun salute and playing of Taps delivered outside of the arena near Heritage Port, invocation and benediction by Pastor Chris Figaretti and musical selections delivered by Sgt. It was all about policing in America. The Officer Down Memorial Page states more peace officers died in 2021 than ever, largely because of COVID. Police could not provide details Sunday morning on how many vehicles were involved in the accident. 1520 Kensington Road, Suite 110. City of Wheeling, West Virginia 1500 Chapline Street Wheeling, . End of Watch: Tuesday, January 17, 1888 WHEELING Widespread unrest surrounding the deaths of unarmed black men in Ferguson, Mo., and New York City and subsequent decisions by grand juries not to indict the white police officers . End of Watch: Monday, January 12, 1925 They were honored for the service Monday during the annual Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony at WesBanco Arena. The department is starting a new round of hiring with a starting salary of $42,805 that increases . Complete tasks assigned by supervisory officers to allow orderly administration of the police service. Patrolman Wolfe was killed in a motorcycle accident while chasing a speeder. When Patrolman Seamon arrived at the home he located the mother in the front yard and began talking to her. Each year, in May, during National Police Week, a Law Enforcement Memorial is held at Wheelings Heritage Port in their memory. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. A former Wheeling police officer has been arrested, according to published reports, after West Virginia State Police say he admitted to sexually assaulting a 9-year-old girl . animals, animal abuse, setting humane traps, and apprehending and Patrolman Glenn spotted two men acting suspiciously in an ally next to a private residence. DJs initial goal was to get sworn into 100 law enforcement agencies. Shamekia Goodwin-Badger, 33, began feeling lightheaded during the training session Thursday and was taken to a hospital, said her sister, Lakisha Owens. Goodwin-Badger took a job with the Hawthorn Woods police in 2004, and her colleagues admired her toughness and her sense of humor, Chief Jennifer Paulus said. The boy was also given a key to the city of Wheeling. Crime Watch Calendar. The Police Department is divided into 4 divisions: The Patrol Division includes; Patrol, K-9, the Traffic Unit, and Community Service Officers.. We are dedicated to this community and are proud to promote its safety and welfare. Patrolman John P. Brady During the course of the program, Sanders and his fellow classmates decided to help a boy battling cancer reach his goal of becoming an honorary police officer in departments across the nation. Ricky Manning of the Allegheny County Sheriffs Office. Please enter valid email address to continue. On average, there is one officer killed in the line of duty somewhere in the United States of America every 57 hours, Philip Stahl, public information officer for the Wheeling Police Department, said. Both were pardoned by Governor George W. Atkinson February 1, 1898. This page is not. Three citizens and two firemen were also killed as a result of the fire. End of Watch: Sunday, September 27, 1868 But Goodwin-Badger was laid off in 2008, the chief said. He totally inhabits the core values of what it means to be a police officer, he said. Chief Stacey Graves said officers were executing a search warrant when they opened the door and were met with gunfire. Phillips says tickets are still available with each ticket costing $125. General Numbers: Chief's Office: 304-234-3708: Crime Analyst: . Sanders said he was honored to be a part of the presentation for DJ. Napier previously was a drug enforcement officer with the Charleston Police Department. To read a more in-depth story on the Wheeling Police Department's history: Patrolman Henry Seamon was shot and killed after responding to a domestic dispute on Wood Street. If we dont raise good kids if we dont encourage them when they have that passion we are going to be hurting in this country, Napier said. Age: 32. 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. Patrolman Herman H. Bartels He said criminal activity has become more noticeable in cities where law enforcement agencies have been defunded. (Wheeling Police Department photo). But every 57 hours, an officer makes the ultimate sacrifice. The pedestrian's identity was withheld pending notification of his family, police said. WHEELING Those looking for a new career may want to check out the Wheeling Police Department. A British Transport Police spokesperson said: "Following reports of an incident at 1.29pm today (1 March), armed officers are currently on scene at Hackney Central railway station. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. 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