Chief Shatonya Johnson | Oak Park Police Department
Chief Shatonya Johnson | Oak Park Police Department
The Oak Park Police Department has recently shared a series of informative tweets addressing key community and safety topics. These updates cover various aspects of public safety, provide community engagement opportunities, and honor those who contribute to emergency response.
On April 15, 2025, the department informed the public that "The latest summary of police activity is now posted at https://t.co/MBntWVSxIC." This announcement provides transparency and keeps residents informed about local law enforcement activities.
Later that day, Oak Park Police expressed their appreciation during "National Public Safety Telecommunications Week," highlighting the work of "the telecommunicators at the West Suburban Consolidated Dispatch Center." It was noted, "They are trained to provide emergency medical assistance to callers while help is on the way." The West Suburban Consolidated Dispatch Center is located in River Forest.
On April 16, 2025, the department invited the community to participate in a significant discussion by tweeting, "Join community members and neighbors for an important conversation about firearm safety and suicide prevention at the Save Storage Saves Lives event at 7 p.m. TONIGHT, April 16 at the Community Recreation Center." This free educational event focuses on empowering community members and fostering awareness on these critical issues.
Additional information for Step 3: The West Suburban Consolidated Dispatch Center serves Oak Park, River Forest, and Elmwood Park. https://wsdispatch.org/
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