That investigation, led by agents from the Illinois State Police, has been going on more than two months. Michael Van Vleet will say little while the investigation is ongoing. One suspect, a department employee, has been identified. Investigators are planning to examine that person's financial records once the subpoena is approved by a grand jury, Carrigan said. The toll the investigation is taking on the department is minimal, the chief said.
People are upset about it, obviously, and frustrated by it.
But they've dealt with it. You still have to have that trust. As for the Thelen vacancy, the department is conducting a background check on a possible replacement, but Carrigan said job applications continue to be available at Loves Park City Hall. They must be filled out and returned by Monday. A written test for viable applicants would follow on April 28.