Geneseo Police Department
Message from the Chief of Police
Welcome to Geneseo! No matter what brings you to our beautiful city, the Geneseo Police Department is here to protect and enhance the safety and well being of our community. We encourage each and every one of you to act in partnership with the Police Department to address crime and quality of life issues, as well as increase the public’s understanding of law enforcement.
On behalf of the men and women of the Geneseo Police Department, we are very honored to serve you!
Casey Disterhoft Chief of Police cdisterhoft@cityofgeneseo.com
Meet our Officers
Jamison Weisser
Sergeant
George Marquez
School Resource Officer
Amber Berthoud
SRO
Ben Sleaford
Sergeant
Alex Ingle
Officer
Seth Rohweder
Officer
Kelly Sullivan
Sergeant
Jamie Shoemaker
Officer
Elliott Vermeire
Detective
Bradley Schulte
Officer
Meet the Telecommuncations Team
Jessica Damewood
Administrative Assistant
Ashley Morse
Telecommunicator
Nancy Stoneberger
Telecommunicator
Brittany Robertson
Telecommunicator
As per Illinois State mandate beginning June 19, 2018, the Geneseo Police Department will no longer be a Public Safety Answering Point. We will no longer be able to dispatch the ambulance for the public. You will have to dial 911 if you have an emergency or need any ambulance services, please DO NOT call our non-emergent phone number. 911 calls will be answered by either the Henry County Sherriff’s Office or Kewanee Police Department. Please assist us with this transition
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🍷 ROAD CLOSURE INFO FOR TODAY! 🍷
Heads up, Geneseo Drivers and Wine Walkers!
To keep everyone safe during the Geneseo Chamber of Commerce Wine Walk, there will be a temporary road closure in effect today.
Where: State Street will be closed from North Street to Park Street.
When: Today from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
Please plan an alternate route if you are driving through the downtown area this afternoon or evening.
To those attending the Wine Walk—have a fantastic, safe time supporting our wonderful local businesses! Cheers! 🥂✨ ... See MoreSee Less
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📸 PASSPORT PHOTO CONTEST: SITE #2! 📸
Ready to check another destination off your city passport? For our next stop, we are throwing it all the way back to the very roots of our community!📍
Site #2: The First Congregational Church
Did you know that the story of this historic spot actually starts back in 1836? The church congregation was organized by a group of anti-slavery colonists in New York before they even climbed into their Conestoga wagons to head out west. They braved a brutal winter journey to settle right here, eventually building this beautiful church as a beacon of justice and community.
Fun fact: When the current sanctuary building was dedicated in 1856, it was considered one of the finest church buildings west of Chicago! Today, it stands as a wonderful piece of our city's heritage and a perfect backdrop for your next contest entry.
How to Enter:
Head over to 101 W. Pearl St. Snap a creative picture of Site #2 (selfies, family shots, or artistic angles are all welcome!). For additional contest information and how to participate, please see the below link:
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80 YEARS OF SAFETY & SERVICE
Last night, the City of Geneseo honored a true community cornerstone! Mayor Johnson presented a special proclamation to Pinks' Bus Service, celebrating their incredible 80th anniversary of keeping our students safe on the road.
Founded in 1946 by George Pinks, this family business has been the heartbeat of our school runs for generations. Today, owner and president Beth Carton—alongside Sue Keegan, Nikki Smith, and their dedicated team of drivers—manages 29 daily routes across 260 square miles, safely transporting 1,750 students and logging a massive 450,000 miles a year!
From navigating harsh winter storms to supporting our athletes and students at every turn, their commitment to Geneseo’s youth has never wavered.
To honor this legacy, the Mayor officially declared May 26, 2026, as Pink's Bus Service Appreciation Day in Geneseo!
Please join us in thanking Beth, Sue, Nikki, and the entire Pinks’ crew for 80 years of dedication, care, and community spirit. Next time you see one of those yellow buses, give them a wave! 👋 ... See MoreSee Less
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This morning, the Geneseo Police Department saw firsthand just how important our Dementia Tracking Program is to our community.
On Sunday, an 83-year-old female was fitted with one of our tracking bracelets through the program. Early this morning, her husband woke up and discovered she was missing. Officers immediately responded and began utilizing the tracking equipment to locate her.
Within approximately 30 minutes of being notified, officers located her.
We are incredibly grateful for the support of the Geneseo Dementia Task Force and the Geneseo Foundation, whose funding helped make this life-saving program possible. This successful outcome is a direct reflection of what can happen when a community comes together to care for and protect one another.
Without the continued support from our community, programs like this would not be possible. Thank you to everyone who has believed in and supported this initiative.
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🚘 Graduation Day Parade 👮
The Geneseo, Illinois Police Department will escort the Senior Parade Group Beginning at 1pm today: Starting location at Fareway.
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