Chicago Ridge Police Department

🎖 Cops & Kids Award winners for the month of October! 🎖

Please help congratulate the following students:
Felix S. - 4th grade - Ridge Central School
Leia N. - 5th grade - Ridge Lawn School
Brooklyn M. - 7th grade - Finley Jr. High School

Again, we would like to thank American Munchies Company and Chicago Ridge Mall for partnering with us!

🎅🏻 It's that time of year again 🎄

🏓 🏈 Officer Steven Smith Toy Drive 🎮🧩

We are collecting NEW unwrapped toys for Toys for Tots ...

Now through Dec 4️⃣th ...

📍Drop boxes are located:
📚Chicago Ridge Public Library
🏫The Village of Chicago Ridge
🎒Chicago Ridge School District 127.5 schools

For Immediate Release
October 27, 2026

On October 27, 2026 at approximately 6:50 pm, The Chicago Ridge Police Department responded to the 10600 block of South Parkside Ave in reference to an ambulance assist for a gunshot victim. Responding Officer’s located a victim laying in the street with an apparent gunshot wound. The victim was transported to Advocate Christ Medical Center in Oak Lawn, where the victim was pronounced deceased. This appears to be an isolated incident and there is no active threat to the community. The Chicago Ridge Police Department is actively investigating this incident along with the South Suburban Major Crimes Task Force.

Anyone with information on this incident is encouraged to call the Chicago Ridge Police Department (708) 425-7831.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- 10/22/2026

Impaired driving is scary: The Chicago Ridge Police Department cracks down on drunk, drugged driving

Remember, It’s Not a Game

Chicago Ridge, IL — The Chicago Ridge Police Department is urging motorists to commit to sober driving, buckling up and following traffic laws this Halloween, when children and their families will be walking through neighborhoods after dark in search of candy and spooky fun. If you'll be out enjoying Halloween festivities, make sure you have a safe, sober ride home. Remember — “It’s Not a Game.”

“Alcohol and cannabis impair your ability to drive safely,” said Corporal Ostrowski. “That’s why it’s crucial to plan how you’ll get home before you head out. And don’t forget to wear your seat belt every trip, every time. Planning ahead, driving sober and buckling up will help keep you and others safe.”

Driving while impaired is never acceptable. Remember: DUIs are not limited to alcohol-related offenses. Driving under the influence of alcohol, cannabis or drugs is illegal — period. While cannabis may be legal for adults, if you drive high, you’ll still get a DUI. Additionally, all vehicle occupants must wear their seat belts or risk a ticket.

The Chicago Ridge Police Department encourages everyone to follow these simple tips to keep our roads safe this Halloween:

· Plan a safe way to get home before attending any party.
· Designate a sober driver, take public transportation, use a ride-sharing service or call a sober friend or family member for a ride.
· Walking while impaired can be just as dangerous as driving. Make sure you have a sober friend to walk you home if needed.
· Always wear your seat belt. It’s your best defense against impaired drivers and crashes.
· Use your community’s sober ride program.
· If you see an impaired driver on the road, contact local law enforcement as soon as it’s safe to do so.
· If you see someone who is impaired and about to drive, take their keys and help them find a safe way home.

The “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” and “Drive High. Get a DUI” campaigns, along with increased traffic enforcement, are funded by federal highway safety grants administered by IDOT. These efforts are supported by the Illinois State Police and local law enforcement agencies across the state. The campaigns are reinforced by IDOT’s “It’s Not a Game” initiative spotlighting safe driving and highway safety across Illinois.

For Information, Contact:
Name: Corporal Ostrowski #302
Phone Number: (708)-425-7831
Email: [email protected]

CHICAGO RIDGE POLICE DEPARTMENT – TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT RESULTS

The Chicago Ridge Police Department continues to prioritize roadway safety through proactive traffic enforcement and participation in grant-funded traffic safety initiatives supported by the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT).

Over the past year, our officers have demonstrated a strong commitment to identifying dangerous driving behaviors, enforcing traffic laws, and making our roadways safer for residents and motorists.

We are proud to share the results of these enforcement efforts, which reflect a significant increase in traffic enforcement activity compared to the previous year.

Traffic safety remains a priority for our department. We encourage all motorists to slow down, buckle up, avoid distractions, and never drive impaired.

Our mission is simple: Safer roads. Safer community.

This past weekend our Chicago Ridge PD Racing Team was finally able to compete in the 5-0 Race to benefit Special Olympics Illinois.

We are proud to have Retired Det. Cholke take 1st place in the race, along with Sgt. Hill coming in 5th.

What a great time, great event, great turnout ... all for a GREAT cause.

We are already looking forward to next year!

FOLLOW CHICAGO RIDGE PD ON X!

The Chicago Ridge Police Department is expanding the ways we keep our community informed!

📱 Follow us on X:

In addition to following us here on Facebook, we encourage residents to follow our official X page for more immediate, real-time updates on incidents and activity happening throughout Chicago Ridge.

On X, we’ll quickly share updates regarding:

• Major traffic crashes involving prolonged road closures
• Police activity and incidents involving public safety concerns
• Missing person information when public assistance is needed

Facebook will continue to be used for department news, community events, press releases, photos, and other important information. X will give us another way to quickly communicate with residents when something is happening around town.

Help us spread the word by sharing this post with your friends, family, and neighbors!