Ill. PD receives grants for bike patrol, ceremonial rifle

Suburban Life Media

ELMHURST, Ill. — The Elmhurst Citizen Police Academy Alumni Association recently awarded two grants to the Elmhurst Police Department.

Officer John Ryan accepted a grant for a ceremonial rifle for the department’s Honor Guard, and Sgt. Steve Wright’s proposal for accessories on the police bicycles used in patrol was granted, according to a city news release.

“We are fortunate to have such a large and active alumni group. Their contributions to the Police Department and our community are significant and appreciated," Elmhurst Police Chief Michael Ruth said in the release.

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