West Cook News

Oak Park Police Department has recently posted a series of updates on its official Twitter account, addressing community events and public safety information.

On August 19, 2025, the department announced an upcoming event focused on suicide prevention. According to the post, "This September, join fellow community members for an impactful event focusing on suicide prevention. On Friday, Sept. 19, a diverse group of professionals will gather at the Hyatt Lodge Conference Center in Oak Brook to advance suicide prevention through education, connection and https://t.co/jOwx6LpOpW".

The following day, August 20, 2025, the department provided information regarding police activity reports. The tweet stated: "The latest summaries of police activity are now posted at https://t.co/vmBRaFYGgt. https://t.co/pk2ajYjspf".

Later that same day, Oak Park Police Department addressed concerns about property crimes in the area. The post read: "Home and garage burglaries are among the most common crimes in #OakPark. In many cases, offenders walk through an unlocked door or crawl through an unlocked window. Property owners can reduce the likelihood of becoming a burglary victim by following a few simple steps such as https://t.co/ydEqqT9i5f".

Burglaries remain a persistent issue in Oak Park. The police have previously advised residents to secure doors and windows and remain vigilant about suspicious activity in their neighborhoods.

The Oak Park Police Department regularly communicates with residents via social media platforms to provide updates on crime trends and promote community events aimed at public safety and well-being.