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Aurora Man Sentenced to Prison Following Drug and Firearms Investigation(PDF, 484KB)
Eric Rosales, 18, has been sentenced to prison following a narcotics and firearms investigation in the 1200 block of Gates Street that resulted in the seizure of illegal drugs and multiple weapons, including a fully automatic firearm.
Aurora Police Investigate Shooting On City’s Near West Side(PDF, 244KB)
On December 29, at approximately 6:36 p.m., Aurora Police officers responded to a report of a shooting in the 600 block of Wilder Street.
Aurora Police Investigate Shooting On City’s Near West Side(PDF, 244KB)
On December 25, at approximately 8:08 p.m., Aurora Police officers responded to a report of a shooting in the 300 block of Sunset Ave.
Aurora Man Arrested on Felony Child Exploitation Charges(PDF, 280KB)
Aurora Police have arrested a 25-year-old Aurora man following an investigation into the possession of child sexual abuse material.
Christmas Saved: Aurora Police Release Body-Worn Camera Footage from Fox Valley Mall Grinch Arrest(PDF, 172KB)
The Aurora Police Department has released body-worn camera footage from a holiday incident that briefly put Christmas cheer on the run—but not for long.
Aurora Police Aware of Video Circulating from Fox Valley Mall Incident with the Grinch(PDF, 161KB)
The Aurora Police Department is aware of a video circulating online showing officers pursuing an individual believed to be the Grinch at the Fox Valley Mall.
Aurora Police Investigate Early Morning Shooting on Broadway(PDF, 338KB)
On December 8 at approximately 3:44 a.m., Aurora Police officers responded to a report of a gunshot victim at the Mobil gas station located at 300 S. Broadway.
Aurora Police Investigate Officer-Involved Firearm Discharge; No Injuries Reported(PDF, 221KB)
On December 2, 2025, at approximately 9:33 a.m., Aurora Police Officers responded to a 9-1-1 call reporting a driving-related altercation in the area of Jackson Street and East Benton Street.
Aurora Police Investigate Shooting at Two Brothers Roundhouse(PDF, 254KB)
As the investigation continues into Saturday night’s shooting at Two Brothers Roundhouse, the Aurora Police Department and the Kane County Coroner’s Office are releasing additional information to help the community understand the circumstances behind this tragic incident.
Aurora Police Arrest Two Following Early Morning Burglary
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Two men face felony charges after Aurora Police Officers responded to an alarm activation early Friday morning and discovered damage to two businesses along South Eola Road.
Aurora Police Investigate Shooting On City's Near East Side(PDF, 244KB)
The Aurora Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred at 11:43 P.M. on November 7.
Aurora Police Investigating Fatal Single-Vehicle Crash On Spruce Street(PDF, 241KB)
The Aurora Police Department is investigating a fatal single-vehicle crash that occurred late Wednesday night, November 5, 2025, in the 600 block of Spruce Street.
Aurora Ranked Among Safest Cities in America(PDF, 212KB)
The City of Aurora has been named one of the safest cities in the United States, ranking #33 overall and #17 in the category of “Home & Community Safety” in WalletHub’s 2025 Safest Cities in America study.
Teen Shot on City's Far East Side(PDF, 191KB)
The Aurora Police Department is investigating a shooting that left a 16-year-old injured Thursday evening on the city’s far east side.
Two Firearms Recovered In Separate Aurora Traffic Stops Involving Documented Gang Members; Felony Charges Approved(PDF, 354KB)
In two separate incidents late last week, Aurora officers recovered handguns during traffic stops—one involving an impaired driver with a defaced handgun, and another near a school in which a juvenile fled from a vehicle before being safely taken into custody.
Aurora Police Serve Two Narcotics Search Warrants, Recover Guns, Drugs, and Cash(PDF, 668KB)
Following months-long narcotics investigations, Aurora Police Special Operations Group (SOG) investigators, with the assistance of specialized units including SRT, COP, K9, Drones, and Negotiators, executed two search warrants without incident earlier this month that resulted in multiple arrests and the recovery of firearms, narcotics, and cash.
Aurora Man Arrested for Home Invasion and Domestic Battery After Police Pursuit(PDF, 233KB)
Aurora Police arrested a 26-year-old man on September 15 after he unlawfully entered a residence in the 900 block of Wood St., battered the occupants, and then fled from officers in a vehicle.
Cannabis Grow Operation Discovered After Aurora Police and Fire Respond to House Fire(PDF, 564KB)
What began as a response to a house fire in the 1800 block of Ashwood Lane led Aurora police officers and firefighters to uncover a large cannabis grow operation inside the residence.
Aurora Police Release Footage of Dog Rescue During House Fire(PDF, 664KB)
On Thursday, September 11, 2025, just around 12:51 p.m., the Aurora Police Department and Aurora Fire Department responded to a report of a house fire in the 2000 block of Whitehall Court.
Aggravated Unlawful Use of Weapon Arrest – Firearm and Loaded Drum Magazines Recovered From Aurora Police Traffic Stop(PDF, 353KB)
On September 9, 2025 at approximately 5:43 p.m., Aurora Police Special Operations Group investigators conducted a traffic stop on a Chevrolet Silverado in the 0–100 block of South West Street after observing the driver commit a non-moving violation.
Aggravated Unlawful Use of Weapons Arrests - Aurora Police Recovered Multiple Firearms During Traffic Stop(PDF, 455KB)
On August 30, 2025 at approximately 10:57 p.m., Aurora Police Special Operations Group investigators conducted a traffic stop on a 2022 Nissan Sentra near Route 30 and Route 31 in Montgomery after observing multiple traffic violations.
Aurora Police Seek Public’s Assistance In Locating Witness Vehicle From Serious Crash(PDF, 243KB)
The Aurora Police Department is asking for the public’s help in identifying the driver of a vehicle that was in the area of a serious crash involving a motorcycle on Tuesday morning.
Attempted Robbery and Aggravated Battery Arrest – Elderly Victim Targeted in Aurora(PDF, 242KB)
On August 28, 2025 at approximately 11:13 p.m., Aurora Police responded to the 2000 block of West Galena Boulevard for a report of an attempted robbery and aggravated battery involving a 70-year-old victim.
Full Compliance Found During Aurora Alcohol/Tobacco Checks(PDF, 243KB)
Aurora Police Department Cadets and Special Operations Group Investigators conducted undercover alcohol and tobacco compliance checks at nine businesses late last week.
Aurora Police Take Shooting Suspect Into Custody(PDF, 359KB)
After a lengthy search, Conley turned himself in at the Aurora Police Station with family members at approximately 3:00 a.m. on August 11.
Aurora Police Join Statewide Labor Day Traffic Safety Effort Focused on Impaired, Distracted, and Unsafe Driving(PDF, 222KB)
The Aurora Police Department is proud to be one of more than 200 law enforcement agencies across Illinois participating in the statewide “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over,” “Drive High Get a DUI” and “Click It or Ticket” campaigns this Labor Day.
Aurora Police Investigate Shooting On City’s East Side(PDF, 350KB)
On August 10, 2025 at approximately 6:08 a.m., Aurora Police officers responded to a report of a shooting in the 500 block of Station Blvd.
Aurora Police Department Releases Fourth of July Enforcement Statistics(PDF, 241KB)
The Aurora Police Department made three arrests and issued 40 citations during the recent Fourth of July “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over,” “Drive High Get a DUI,” and “Click It or Ticket” safety campaigns that ran from June 20 through July 7.
‘Speeding Catches Up With You’(PDF, 236KB)
The Aurora Police Department is partnering with the Illinois Department of Transportation, the Illinois State Police, and more than 200 local law enforcement agencies to step up traffic safety efforts statewide aimed at reducing speeding.
Aurora Police Charge Suspect In Deadly Shooting(PDF, 246KB)
Aurora Police have charged 44-year-old Nathanael Carire-Arocho of Aurora in connection with the June 29th shooting death of a 21-year-old Aurora man.
Aurora Police Department Begins Fourth of July Traffic Safety Campaign(PDF, 241KB)
The Aurora Police Department is launching a Fourth of July traffic enforcement campaign focused on identifying and removing impaired and unbuckled drivers from the road.
Aurora Police Investigating Fatal Multi-Vehicle Crash(PDF, 248KB)
The Aurora Police Department is investigating a fatal crash that occurred on June 4, 2025, at approximately 6:30 AM on Butterfield Road near Eola Road.
Aurora Police Department Announces ‘Click It or Ticket’ Campaign Numbers(PDF, 236KB)
The Aurora Police Department today announced it issued 57 citations during the Memorial Day “Click It or Ticket” enforcement period.
Aurora Police Investigating Fatal Shooting on City’s East Side(PDF, 240KB)
On May 19th at approximately 9:33 p.m., Aurora Police officers responded to a report of shots fired in the 500 block of Metropolitan Street.
‘Click It or Ticket’: Buckle up Memorial Day and Every Day(PDF, 238KB)
The Aurora Police Department is reminding drivers to buckle up as part of the national “Click It or Ticket” campaign.
Aurora Police Investigating Fatal Shooting(PDF, 238KB)
On April 12th at approximately 3:34 a.m., Aurora Police officers responded to a report of a person with a weapon in the 400 block of Weston Avenue. Upon arrival, officers located a 35-year-old male victim suffering from two gunshot wounds.
Aurora Police Investigating West Side Shooting(PDF, 238KB)
On April 2nd, at approximately 5:16pm, Aurora Police officers responded to a report of a battery in the 700 block of Spruce Street. Upon arrival, officers discovered a male victim suffering from a single gunshot wound.
Aurora Police Involved in Shooting on City's East Side(PDF, 234KB)
On Wednesday, March 19th at around 1:30 AM, Aurora Police responded to a mutual aid request attempting to locate a person wanted in connection with aggravated battery to a Geneva police officer.
Police Ask For Assistance to Identify Hit-and-Run Driver(PDF, 237KB)
The Aurora Police Department is seeking the public's assistance in identifying the driver involved in a vehicle vs. pedestrian hit-and-run accident that occurred in the early morning hours of Sunday, February 23, 2025.
Fatal Vehicle vs. Pedestrian Traffic Crash Investigation(PDF, 241KB)
On February 18th at approximately 8:46am, the Aurora Police Department responded to a vehicle-versus-pedestrian crash at the intersection of N Illinois Route 59 and Fox Valley Entrance 1.
Fatal Single Vehicle Accident Investigation(PDF, 243KB)
On February 2, 2025 at approximately 3:45am, the Aurora Police Department is investigating a fatal single-vehicle crash that occurred near the intersection of Illinois Route 59 and Meridian Parkway.
APD Seeks Public Assistance In January 1st Homicide(PDF, 363KB)
The Aurora Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating Jose Barragan, wanted for the January 1st shooting that killed an 82-year-old Aurora man.
APD Investigates Shooting On East Side(PDF, 239KB)
On January 1st, at approximately 6:52pm, Aurora Police officers responded to a ShotSpotter alert in the 0-49 block of North Anderson Street.
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