UPDATE: 07/30/24 0313 hours - The Juvenile has been safely located. A news release will be released in the near future with more detailed information. We would like to thank everybody for their assistance.

Thanksgiving Eve is for friends, family, and fun—but it’s also a busy night on the road. APD will be out with a “No-Refusal” DUI operation to keep everyone safe. Plan ahead, get home safe. #ArriveAlive

We’re thankful for our community’s support and committed to your safety this Thanksgiving. 🦃💙 ✔️ Celebrate responsibly ✔️ Lock up if traveling ✔️ Drive carefully in holiday traffic Wishing you health, family, & safety. #ThanksgivingSafety #StaySafeAurora

🛍️✨ BLACK FRIDAY TRAFFIC ALERT Shopping starts at 6 AM on 11/29 at Chicago Premium Outlets! 🚦 Expect delays & plan ahead: 🚧 4 AM-7 PM: ⛔ Corporate Blvd. & Bilter Rd. closed ⚠ Possible rolling closures on Farnsworth. Use I-88 > Farnsworth > Mall entrance. Safe shopping!

🛍️ Black Friday rush at Chicago Premium Outlets! 🚦 📅 Hours: 6 AM – 9 PM 🚧 Traffic Alert: Expect delays & closures: ⛔ Corporate Blvd. (btw Farnsworth & Church) ⛔ Bilter Rd. (btw Farnsworth & Church) Plan ahead! Alternate routes advised if not visiting the mall. #BlackFriday

🛍️ Black Friday Rush @ CPO (Part 2)! 🚦 ⚠ Temporary closures may affect: 📍 Farnsworth Ave. (Southbound) 📍 Bilter Rd. (Eastbound) 🛣️ Use I-88 & Farnsworth for mall access. Stay safe, shop smart, and follow us for real-time updates on traffic & closures. 🛒🎁 #BlackFriday

🚨UPDATE 🛍️ There is heavy congestion in the area of Farnsworth and the I-88 offramp due to high volumes of shoppers heading to Chicago Premium Outlets. If you're not heading to the mall, please avoid the area. Shoppers: allow extra time & follow signage to enter safely! 🚦

🚦 Traffic Alert: Christkindlmarket Aurora 🚦 Big crowds = heavy traffic! Avoid congestion by using parking lots on Lincoln Ave or River St. Plan ahead, stay patient, and enjoy the holiday magic! 🎄🛍️✨ #AuroraTraffic #Christkindlmarket

⚖️ This case shows the power of community & partnerships. Thanks to APD investigators, Homeland Security Investigations, & the DuPage County State’s Attorney’s Office for their dedication to protecting the vulnerable & holding offenders accountable. 🚔 facebook.com/share/p/b8tnL3…

🚧 Traffic Alert 🚧 Starting at 9 AM, crews will repair a water main break at Sullivan Rd. & Randall Rd. 🛑 Eastbound Sullivan will be closed. 🚗 Traffic detoured south to Indian Trail. Repairs may last into early afternoon. Updates only if delays occur. #TrafficUpdate #Aurora

✨ Festival of Lights Traffic Info! 🚗 Time’s running out to see the magic at Phillips Park! Open nightly 5-9 PM thru Dec 29! 🛑 Use 5th Ave/Smith Blvd to enter 🚦 Exit east on 6th Ave ONLY ❌ No access via Windsor, Ziegler, or 6th Plan ahead & avoid traffic! 🎁🎆 #AuroraTraffic

THE GRINCH CAUGHT GREEN-HANDED IN HOLIDAY HEIST   Aurora, IL — The Aurora Police Department (APD) announced today that they have apprehended a notorious holiday criminal, known only as "The Grinch," after a foot chase in downtown Aurora.

🎄You asked and we are providing the aftermath of The Grinch being taken into custody. Kane County State’s Attorney, Jamie Mosser, also announced another charge for Public Indecency. 🎅 #InCustody #Arrest #TheGrinch #merrychristmas #thegrinchwhostolechristmas #nicetry

🎄✨ Final Weekend! 🚦 Time is running out to see the magic at Phillips Park! Open 5-9 PM nightly, last night is Dec 29! 🌟 Know Before You Go ➡️ Enter: 5th Ave & Smith Blvd 🚦 Exit: Eastbound on 6th Ave ONLY ❌ No access from Windsor, Ziegler, or 6th #AuroraFestivalOfLights

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💼 Start your career with APD! Specialize in K-9, Investigations, and more! Enjoy competitive pay & benefits. Apply by 2/14/25! Learn more at JoinAuroraPolice.com. #AuroraPoliceCareers #AuroraJobs

🌟 Over 300 officers strong, Aurora PD is hiring! Join a department with over 150 years of service. Apply by 2/14/25 and make a difference. Visit JoinAuroraPolice.com. #AuroraPoliceCareers #AuroraJobs

Aurora officers recovered 2 illegal guns in separate traffic stops last week. Both arrestees are documented gang members now facing felony charges. Read the full release: facebook.com/share/p/1Ch12S… #AuroraIL #PublicSafety