The Gurnee Police Department urges residents to be cautious of a ruse burglary targeting elderly residents.  While no incidents have been reported in Gurnee, residents should be aware of this increase in activity.

Gurnee - September 29, 2010 - At 3:39 PM on Tuesday, 09/28/2010, a confidence scam was reported to the Gurnee Police Department.

Gurnee - September 24, 2010 - Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for children ages 3 to 6 and 8 to 14. That is why the Gurnee Police Department is urging parents and caregivers to make sure their child safety seats are properly installed on "National Seat Check Saturday," September 25th.

 [Gurnee, IL] – A 48 year old Wadsworth woman came to the Gurnee Police Department on Thursday, 9/16/2010 to report that she discovered her teenage daughter was having sex with an older male.

Join local and state police departments for the 6th annual Lake County Law Enforcement Exhibition this Saturday and Sunday, September 11-12th at Westfield Hawthorn Mall in Vernon Hills. This fun-filled family event will familiarize you with your local police agencies and how they operate. Enjoy events such as the K9 demonstration, helicopter landing, equipment tours and more! View the flyer below for full details.

On Tuesday, 09/07/10 at 2:01 PM, the Gurnee Police Department received a report of an accident with injuries involving an all-terrain-vehicle (ATV) and a utility pole near the intersection of Magnolia and Pacific Avenues.