Chief’s Corner: Galesburg Police Chief responds to your questions

 

Galesburg Police Chief Russ Idle joined WGIL's Jay Redfern and Tyler Gumm on Galesburg's Morning News for an exclusive edition of Chief's Corner.

Idle discussed numerous topics dealing with public safety and crime in Galesburg in a Q&A format, including questions from the public.

Among the topics were:

  • Crime trends
  • Gun violence
  • Homelessness
  • Home invasions
  • Cannabis laws
  • Traffic concerns
  • License Plate Reader cameras
  • Staffing and diversity
  • Social media influence

Galesburg Police Chief Russ Idle.
Galesburg Police Chief Russ Idle. (WGIL)

 
 

Galesburg Police Chief Russ Idle joined WGIL’s Jay Redfern and Tyler Gumm on Galesburg’s Morning News for an exclusive edition of Chief’s Corner.

Idle discussed

 

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