Coroner reports rising suicides and previews county forensic-lab collaboration

Feb 13, 2026

Kane County Coroner Dr. Silva told the committee that deaths and suicides rose in recent years, noted a $20/hr starting wage for deputies as a staffing challenge, and described a developing regional forensics lab project coordinated with the coroner’s office, sheriff and state's attorney.

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Kane County Coroner Dr. Silva presented the office’s annual trends and operational items at the Feb. 13 Judicial & Public Safety Committee meeting.

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