Thomas Dart Cook County Sheriff | Cook County
Thomas Dart Cook County Sheriff | Cook County
The Cook County Sheriff's Office has been actively engaging with the community through various events and initiatives, as evidenced by their recent tweets.
On May 7, 2025, the Cook County Sheriff's Office announced an upcoming fundraising event. They invited Illinois residents to visit their local Dunkin' Donuts on Friday, May 16th, for "#CopOnARooftop", a Law Enforcement Torch Run event benefiting Special Olympics Illinois athletes. The Sheriff's Police will be present at two locations this year.
Later that day, the Sheriff's Office reported an incident in Ford Heights where officers responded to a street disturbance on the 1500 block of Diplomat Lane. A man named Tony Scales was arrested following his involvement in a physical altercation within a large group. The "Sheriff’s Police" took action upon arrival at the scene.
On May 8, 2025, another tweet highlighted a collaborative effort between generations through chess. The Cook County Sheriff's Office expressed gratitude towards Chicago Senior Services and Mount Carmel High School for participating in their office's chess program during Older Americans Month. This initiative aims to bridge generational gaps while celebrating the month in an engaging manner: "Because every move tells a tale!"
The Law Enforcement Torch Run is known for raising funds and awareness for Special Olympics athletes worldwide.
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