Tazewell County Sheriff's Office
Tazewell County TRIAD Senior Safety Survey
All month long the Tazewell County TRIAD will be asking the community to participate in our Senior Safety Survey.
If you haven’t already, please click the button below and let us know your thoughts.
For questions regarding this survey, please call the Tazewell County Sheriff’s office and ask for the TRIAD representative 309-478-5651.
Sheriff
Jeffrey Lower
Welcome to the Tazewell County Sheriff’s Office Website. The Sheriff is the Chief Law Officer of the County and the sole Law Enforcement Official elected by the people. Many believe that the Office of the Sheriff is the main keeper of accountability between Law Enforcement and the Public. In the spirit of accountability and responsiveness, we are pleased to provide this publicly accessible site on the World Wide Web. We want you to take a look at who we are and our role in Serving and Protect.
The Tazewell County Sheriff’s Office announces the arrest of Michael D. Edie, 64, of 609 East Jackson St, Morton, Illinois, for Possession of Child Pornography, a Class X felony, following an investigation by the Tazewell County Sheriff’s Office.
On November 6th, 2025, at approximately 9:00 a.m., Investigators with the Tazewell County Sheriff’s Office and Morton Police Department conducted a search warrant in Morton, Illinois, during which Edie was taken into custody without incident. At the time of his arrest, Edie had electronic devices containing approximately 1000 images and videos of child pornography.
The Tazewell County Sheriff’s Office investigators are assigned to the Illinois Attorney General’s Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force. Edie was transported to the Tazewell County Jail, where he was booked in for the Unlawful Possession of Child Pornography.
The Tazewell County Sheriff’s Office remains committed to investigating crimes that exploit children and to working closely with local, state, and federal investigators to hold offenders accountable. ... See MoreSee Less
Don’t drive this Halloween if you’re under alcohol’s spell. 🔮 Designate a sober driver so your night doesn’t end in tragedy. ❌☠️ Buzzed Driving Is Drunk Driving. ... See MoreSee Less
Happy Halloween from all of us at the Sheriff’s Office. Have fun and stay safe tonight! ... See MoreSee Less
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Halloween Safety Tips
As Halloween approaches, the Tazewell County Sheriff’s Office reminds everyone to stay safe while enjoying the fun!
FOR TRICK-OR-TREATERS
Be seen: Wear bright, light-colored costumes with reflective tape, and carry a flashlight or glow sticks to improve visibility for drivers.
See and fit: Avoid masks that obscure vision and choose costumes with a proper fit to prevent trips and falls. Use face paint instead of masks when possible.
Travel safely: Always walk in groups and stay on sidewalks and well-lit streets. Cross streets at corners or crosswalks, and make eye contact with drivers before crossing.
Supervise children: Ensure young children are accompanied by an adult. Older children should stay in familiar, well-lit areas and travel in groups.
FOR CANDY AND FOOD
Check All Treats: Before eating, have an adult inspect all candy for choking hazards and any signs of tampering. Throw away any unwrapped or homemade treats.
Carve Pumpkins Safely: Have an adult carve pumpkins. Children can paint or draw a face on them instead.
Light jack-o-lanterns safely: Use battery-operated lights or glow sticks inside jack-o'-lanterns instead of real candles to prevent fires.
FOR DRIVERS
Slow down: Reduce your speed in residential areas, especially where trick-or-treaters are likely to be.
Be alert: Turn your headlights on early to see pedestrians, even in daylight. Scan the road and be prepared for children to dart into the street unexpectedly.
Drive carefully: Enter and exit driveways and alleys slowly and cautiously.
FOR HOSTS
Clear the way: Remove anything on your walkway or porch that could cause someone to trip.
Turn on the lights: Make sure your house and walkway are well-lit for visitors.
Secure pets: Keep pets safely contained so they don't frighten or bite trick-or-treaters. ... See MoreSee Less
#TakeBackDay collection sites are officially open!
Collection sites are officially open! Join us in the fight against prescription drug misuse and drop off your unused medications today. Stop by the Tazewell County Justice Center from 10:00am-2:00pn today or locate a collection site near you at www.DEATakeBack.com. Together, we can make a difference. #TakeBackDay ... See MoreSee Less
#TakeBackDay on Saturday, October 25th
Take a look inside your medicine cabinet and make a difference! If you have medications you no longer need, haven't used, or that have expired, bring them to the Tazewell County Justice Center or a nearby #TakeBackDay collection site on Saturday, October 25th, between 10 am and 2 pm. Get all the details at www.DEATakeBack.com ... See MoreSee Less
Join us this Saturday, October 25th, from 10 am to 2 pm at the #DEATakeBack event!
Join us this Saturday, October 25th, from 10 am to 2 pm at the #DEATakeBack event! Dispose of your unused medications safely and anonymously at convenient local drop-off locations nationwide. Stop by the Tazewell County Justice Center at 101 S. Capitol St. Pekin or locate a collection site near you: www.DEATakeBack.com #safedisposal ... See MoreSee Less
Illinos Route 29 near Hurt Road ( South Pekin) is now open ... See MoreSee Less