Discussions with Police Chief Michael Ruth: Seeing Community as a Partner, Transparency as a Priority
Elmhurst Patch kicks off a series of articles based on discussions with our new police chief.
Police Chief Michael Ruth is on the job in Elmhurst as of today, Monday, Nov. 5. He came straight from his position as the top cop in Countryside without a vacation or even a little break in between, because, as he says, "I'm not wired" for time off. "I'm elated to go to Elmhurst," he said last month. "I wish I was there now." We spent some time getting to know the chief, learning a little about his philosophy when it comes to connecting with the community, reducing burglaries, protecting the most vulnerable citizens, drugs in the suburbs and basically getting the bad guys off the streets. Really, we could have talked for days. So, Elmhurst Patch wants to introduce you to Chief Ruth through a series of articles on these topics and more, …
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