Parents Learn to Keep Their Kids Safe

Photo: State Rep. Emily McAsey, left, works with a member of the Illinois Masonic Fraternity to fingerprint her daughter as part of McAsey’s child identification program on Saturday, June 13.

Submitted by the office of State Rep. Emily McAsey

State Rep. Emily McAsey recently partnered with the Illinois Masonic Fraternity to host a free child identification program event in Romeoville, providing parents with a child protection kit, including a DNA sample, fingerprints of their children and a flash drive containing a color photo and recorded interview.

“The disappearance of a child is something no parent should have to endure, but it is important to be prepared,” McAsey said. “If a child is reported missing, having fingerprints, a DNA sample and a recent video will greatly assist law enforcement in the search. The Illinois Masonic Fraternity did an outstanding job providing this service to local families. I and encourage anyone who was not able to attend this program to contact my office for assistance.”

For more information, please contact McAsey’s full-time constituent service office at 815-372-0085.