Northbrook Police Chief Resigning, Interim Chief Named: Village
NORTHBROOK, IL — After three years in the position, Northbrook Police Chief Christopher Kennedy is resigning. The last day for Kennedy, who has held the position since 2021, will be Oct. 2. Officials said he is pursuing opportunities outside of law enforcement.
Deputy Police Chief John Ustich will become interim police chief on the same day, according to the Village of Northbrook.
Currently, the Northbrook Police Department includes 60 sworn personnel, 30 civilian staff, and 20 crossing guards.
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Ustich was appointed as interim chief by Village Manager Cara Pavlicek. Ustich has served in the NPD for more than 28 years, having been promoted to Deputy Chief in May 2023. Officials said Ustich will serve as interim chief during a “transition period,” and the Village will conduct an internal search for a permanent chief of police in the coming weeks.
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