St. Charles Police Department Provides Safe Locations to Perform Internet Transactions

The St. Charles Police Department has designated two parking spots outside the police station as Internet Purchase Exchange Locations for residents to safely conduct transactions made online. The spots are indicated with signage. The lobby of the police station will continue to serve as a safe place for conducting these transactions as well.

Both the lobby and parking spots are monitored by security cameras, and their close proximity to Police personnel means residents can meet there with confidence. You do not need to notify the Police Department before utilizing the spaces.

“When using Internet sale and exchange sites, we encourage you to keep safety in mind,” said Police Chief James Keegan. “If you need to set up a meeting to perform an exchange or transaction with someone online, you can choose the police station as a safe and secure location to do so.”

For more information about the safe exchange locations or internet safety, contact Crime Prevention Officer James Burden at 630.443.3835 or jburden@stcharlesil.gov.