Dupage Policy Journal

Sean Noonan, a Western Springs Patrol sergeant and candidate for DuPage County sheriff, expressed concerns about the leniency of Cook County prosecutors. He pledged to support law enforcement and prioritize the incarceration of criminals in DuPage County.

"In Cook County, prosecutors handcuff the police while criminals run free," said Noonan, Candidate for Sheriff. "Here, we'll back our deputies and put criminals where they belong, behind bars."

Cook County's former State’s Attorney Kim Foxx has faced scrutiny over a policy proposal directing prosecutors to reject drug and gun charges stemming solely from routine traffic stops, according to Fox32Chicago. The policy could allow offenders to evade justice, though Foxx presented it as a measure aimed at reducing racial disparity in minor enforcement.

According to Wirepoints analysis, Chicago recorded 573 murders in 2024, marking the highest number nationwide for the 13th consecutive year.

At the county level, car thefts and violent crime remain significantly above pre-pandemic levels, as reported by Cook County law enforcement officials.

DuPage County consistently experiences much lower crime rates than its neighboring Cook County. CrimeGrade reports that DuPage County earns an A+ rating for violent crime with a total violent crime rate of just 1.905 per 1,000 residents. In contrast, Cook County has a higher rate of 3.758 per 1,000 residents, resulting in a C+ rating for violent crime.

Noonan continues his role as a patrol sergeant with the Western Springs Police Department while pursuing his candidacy for sheriff.