Western Springs Cop Promoted To Sergeant

WESTERN SPRINGS, IL — A longtime Western Springs police officer was promoted to the rank of sergeant Friday. Tony Jemison, who has been with the police department for more than two decades, has held a variety of assignments, including patrol officer in charge, field training and crime prevention officer.

Jemison also is a certified evidence technician, breathalyzer operator and defensive tactics instructor. He is a graduate of Triton College with an associate's degree in criminal justice administration and has completed Northwestern University's Center for Public Safety Supervision of Police Personnel course.

Jemison is taking the place of Sgt. John Piest, who retired Thursday. Piest was with the department for 24 years.