New Unit Already Paying Off

Stephenson County Sheriff, Steve Stovall, stood in front of the County Board and asked them to fund a new CSU (Crime Suppression Unit) that he wanted to form.

"All too often, our officers are simply reacting to crime – answering calls when they come in," Stovall explained. "We want to set up a unit that is proactive, and looks to take the fight against crime right to them."

The vote was approved to begin a special four officer unit, but as it opened up operations, the County only had two deputies employed. (They are still looking to add two more)

The two new officers went to special training a...