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Riverwoods trustees approve up to $70,000 for replacement police vehicle after crash
Summary
At an emergency meeting, the Village of Riverwoods Board of Trustees authorized up to $70,000 to replace and outfit a police vehicle that was totaled after a crash; insurance proceeds will cover part of the cost and equipment reimbursement when receipts are submitted.
The Board of Trustees of the Village of Riverwoods at an emergency meeting approved authorization of up to $70,000 to purchase and outfit a replacement police vehicle after a 2023 squad car was declared a total loss.
Police Chief said, “we had a 2023 Ford Explorer that was rear ended by a DUI driver on August 24 while the officer was out of the car. … Apparently, the frame was bent or cracked, which wasn't visible until they went in to make the repairs.” The chief told trustees the village’s insurer initially approved repairs but later determined the vehicle’s frame was damaged…
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