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Sheriff reports 'Shop with the Sheriff', attempted robbery in Amboy and attempted murder in Dixon; year-end collections noted

Lee County Public Safety Committee · January 13, 2026
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Summary

The sheriff reported a successful 'Shop with the Sheriff' event for about 40 children and confirmed a recent attempted aggravated robbery in Amboy (no injuries) and an attempted murder charge arising in Dixon; officials also reported December collections of $12,971.58 and a year total of $133,249.38.

The Lee County Public Safety Committee heard routine operational and incident reports from county law-enforcement and related staff. Chair introduced Mister Wayland, identified in the meeting as the sheriff, who described the "Shop with the Sheriff" program held on Dec. 13. The sheriff thanked McDonald's and Culver's for providing food and…

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