Financial Crimes

Financial crimes are one of the fastest growing crime trends in the country. For additional financial crimes questions, please contact the Major Investigations Division at 847-289-2600.

Investigation Responsibilities

The Major Investigations Division detectives are responsible for investigating crimes involving:

  • Internet / computer fraud
  • Theft involving electronic means
  • Other white collar crimes

Information for Victims

If you are the victim of a financial crime and it occurred within the city of Elgin, you may file a report online using the Online Reporting system, or you may come to the Elgin Police Department information desk to make a report. Additionally, please contact the appropriate financial institutions and credit bureaus as soon as possible.

Jurisdiction

The Elgin Police Department primarily investigates crimes that actually occur within the Elgin city limits. Internet and other crimes where the suspect and / or transaction location occurred outside the city should be reported to the appropriate local jurisdiction or to one of the following agencies:

Obtain a Copy of Your Credit Report

Obtain a FREE copy of your credit report by visiting www.annualcreditreport.com, or call 1-877-322-8228. The law requires that major nationwide consumer reporting companies (Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion) provide you with a free copy of your credit report each year upon your request.