Summit Police and Fire are on scene of a single car accident. Located in the 6400 block of south bound Harlem. Crews are working to clear the roadway. Please use caution with our emergency personnel out on foot in the roadway.  Adjust your travel accordingly. Thank you fo...

Summit Police responded to Argo High School after the dispatch center received an automated call of an “active threat” at the school. The school resource officer was contacted and out of an abundance of caution a lock down was initiated. Officers cleared the school in search o...

Update: Dog reunited with owner. Thank you all for your assistance.    Found Dog Alert! A brown Yorkie-looking dog was found near the high school and is currently being cared for at the Summit Police Department. The good news is that the dog is microchipped, and we'r...

Here are the results of our recent Occuant Protection Campaign:   19 Seat Belt Violations 17 Speeding Violations 4 Traffic Arrest 3 Distracted Driving 98 “other” violations  5 Criminal Arrests 

Here are the results of our recent traffic enforcement campaign: 6 Seat Belt Violations 26 Speeding Violations 2 Traffic Arrest 2 Distracted Driving 63 “other” violations 

The Summit Police Department recognizes Distracted Driving Awareness Month with a reminder for motorists: Drop It and Drive April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month across the nation, and the Summit Police Department is urging drivers to drop their phones and focus on the r...

Summit Police Department - Burglary Investigation Update On January 5, 2026, Dayshift officers responded to a burglary in progress at Lolly's Gaming Parlor, located at 7211 W 63rd St. Upon arrival, several masked and gloved offenders were seen fleeing the scene in three vehicl...

Beginning March 24th, 2026 through March 31st, 2026, the Summit Police Department will be conducting special patrols to target speed infractions and officers will be enforcing posted speed limits. We urge our community residents and visitors to slow down and drive sa...

With Heavy Hearts, We Mourn the Loss of a Hero Our thoughts and prayers are with the Chicago Fire Department and the family of Firefighter Mike Altman, Truck Co. 47, who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. Last Alarm: 17 MAR 26 We honor Firefighter Altman's braver...

The Summit Police Department would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the Bridgeview, Argo-Summit, and Justice Lions Club for recognizing Officer Armando Dominguez at their annual "Super Sunday" awards luncheon. Officer Dominguez was honored with a Community Impact award ...