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Volume 5 Issue 37
By Samantha Fetzner Reporter
FOX LAKE — On the morning of Tues Sep 1, Lieutenant Charles Joseph Gliniewicz was gunned down and killed in the line of duty. Gliniewicz had been on the force for 30 years and had previously served as a sergeant in the U.S. Army. Lt. Gliniewicz was 52 years old and in his death left behind his wife and four children. His death marks the first on-duty death in the history of the Fox Lake Police Department. According to the dispatch Lt. Gliniewicz radioed in to on the morning of his death, he was pursuing three males; two white, one black, whom struck the officer as acting suspicious near the intersection of Route 12 and Sayton Road in Fox Lake. The area the tragedy took
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place in is described as rather desolate with a lot of empty fields and abandoned buildings. Lt. Gliniewicz was LT. JOE pursing the GLINIEWICZ three men on foot when he lost connection with dispatchers. His body was found by responding officers in for back up just after 8 a.m. The two responding officers immediately began to search for the suspects. When the fallen Lieutenant was found, his firearm was missing. As of Thursday evening, whether or not Gliniewicz was killed by his own weapon had not yet been divulged. A manhunt was launched almost instantly
after his body was discovered and utilized over 400 additional police focusing on an area of approximately two square miles. The search concluded over 14 hours later at 10:30 p.m. The firearm was recovered near the scene on Thursday, but the suspects have remained at large. The manhunt for the three men has continued with reduced manpower and a large radius through Thursday. Neighborhoods throughout the town continue to be canvassed by officers in search of the three men. Police are contacting local businesses and homeowners in search of any potential clues or security footage. As of Thursday evening, one homeowner’s security camera footage had been sent to Homeland Security for review. In addition to Fox Lake Police, U.S. Marshals, ATF,
FBI, the Illinois State Police, officers throughout the Northern Illinois area, and SWAT teams were assisting in search efforts. On Wednesday, Fox Lake schools were closed to ensure the safety of staff and students alike. Police presence remains increased while the subjects are still at large. Community members held a vigil in remembrance of the fallen Lieutenant on Wednesday evening at Lakefront Park. Masses of people, many holding signs with “G.I. Joe”, a nickname the Lieutenant held, showed their support publicly throughout the day and at the vigil itself. A press conference was held on Thursday and the hunt has no signs of slowing down. His family, alongside fellow officers and an outpouring of the community, stood tall in their belief that the men responsible
for the murder of Lt. Gliniewicz would be found soon. Funeral arrangements have been determined for the fallen officer. His visitation will take place at Antioch Community High School, located at 1133 Main Street, on Mon. Sept 7 beginning at 9 a.m. A funeral will follow beginning at 1 p.m. and the procession will lead attendees to Hillside East Cemetery following the service. Burial will be at 450 E. Depot Street in Antioch. Anyone with leads regarding the at-large suspects in this case are strongly encouraged to call local police, 911, or the Lake County Sheriff’s office at 847-549-5200 as quickly as possible. Tips can also be sent to Fox Lake Police Department at 847-587-3100. Lieutenant Gliniewicz will be sorely missed by many.
Bark-A-Paw-Looza 2015 By Anne Eickstadt Correspondent
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nder cloudy skies, the Woodstock Square Park is teeming with people and dogs on Sunday, August 30. Today it is the site for Bark-A-Paw-Looza, the first annual event to support the Rescued Dogs Resource
Center. Music streams out of the historic Gazebo as the bands ‘Beyond the Speaker’ and ‘Hat Trick’ play throughout the afternoon. Dogs bark and wiggle and look cute or frightened depending on their temperament and how recently they were rescued. ‘Sit Means Sit
Dog Training’ and the ‘Northwest Obedience Club’ perform training demonstrations while dog/pet services chat with visitors. ‘Pet Care in Motion Mobile Veterinary Services’ will come to you and ‘Dog In Suds Pet Grooming Salon’ will help keep your pet looking spiffy.
Photos by Anne Eickstadt
Callie Reuter, age 11 of Woodstock and Claire Pozza, age 11 of Woodstock are holding adoptable puppies from Ceaser’s Animal Shelter.
‘The Lovin’ Oven Pet Bakery’, ‘Buddy’s Dog House’ and ‘Reeses Barkery & Pawtique’ offer toys and munchies while ‘Charms by Amelia’ and ‘Peaces Jewelry’ will help you adorn your beloved pet for pictures by ‘KL Huguley Photography’. ‘Helping Paws Animal Shelter’ has brought three dogs to today’s event and ‘Starfish Animal Rescue’ has brought four dogs with them.’ Ceaser’s Heaven Animal Shelter’ has brought a number of puppies which are being played with, picked up and carried around by visitors. All of the dogs are eager for adoption into a loving home. ‘Lost Dogs Illinois’ offers free microchip scans and works hard to reunite dogs with their families. This is what they suggest in case you lose your dog: • Set up a home base with food, water and the dog’s bed or an article of your clothing at the point where the dog got lost, there is a good chance your dog will return. • Post flyers and signs with a picture of the dog and your phone number. Take flyers door to door. • Notify authorities, local animal shelters, vet clinics and police to report your dog missing. • Tell the search party NOT to chase or call the dog. Have them sit and toss treats to the side of the dog to lure the dog in. • Post ads in the Lost and Found section of Craigslist and other internet sites and on the Facebook page of Lost Dogs
Illinois ‘Origami Owl’ independent designer Kimberly Sebastian, is donating proceeds from sales to Sally, a 5 month old German Shepherd who is in need of heart surgery. An artery that connected mom to the baby in her womb failed to shut/ heal. The left side of her heart is now becoming bigger than the right side. If she does not have surgery, she has a 60% chance of not making it to her first birthday. www.o2customjewelry.origamiowl.com/shop/ party/136369 Becky Monroe, author of “The Puppy Mill Project” is present and donating part of the proceeds from her book to the Rescued Dog Resource Center.” Most puppies sold on the internet come from puppy mills. An estimated 99% of the puppies sold in pet stores come from puppy mills. Puppy mills are generally registered with the American Kennel Club – this does not mean the dogs are treated well. A breeder licensed by the US Department of Agriculture means that they are a commercial breeder – not necessarily a reputable one. Reputable breeders are private and usually not USDA licensed. Before you buy a dog, first visit the facility where it was bred.” See first-hand if the dogs receive attention and medical care and live in sanitary, healthy conditions. www. thepuppymillproject.org Today’s host, the ‘Rescued Dog Resource Center’ wants to minimize the number of dog surrenders. They will help dogs
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