Sgt. Marlene Rittmanic
EOW December 30, 2021
Sergeant Marlene Rittmanic was shot and killed as she and another officer investigated a noise complaint at the Comfort Inn at 1500 Illinois 50.
The officers had responded to the motel at approximately 9:30 pm to investigate reports of barking dogs that were left unattended in a vehicle. They located the room where the vehicle's owner was staying and contacted the occupants. During the encounter, the occupants attacked and shot both officers. Sergeant Rittmanic and the other officer were transported to a local hospital in serious condition. Sergeant Rittmanic succumbed to her wounds shortly after midnight.
Marlene was a 21-year law enforcement veteran, having served as both an Iroquois County Deputy and then Bradley Police Officer as of Feb. 13, 2007; she was promoted to Sergeant on Sept. 2, 2014.
Marlene was a leader in community policing — Marlene believed in people and her ability to speak to the community with respect; meet them where they are in life; try to understand their true needs; and work together to find a solution that produced the least disruption in people’s lives. To her, the job was about making the community safe for everyone, she believed and said, “just because you can, doesn’t mean you should.” She was awarded Law Enforcement Officer of the Year in 2020.
Marlene is a published poet, she was an amateur photographer and film producer for many of her family’s events and also Bradley Police Department and community events.
To donate to Officer Tyler Bailey’s recovery fund, who responded to the call with Sgt. Rittmanic, please click here
Continue to keep the Bailey’s in your prayers as Officer Bailey recovers.
Coffee: This blend is an extra dark roast. Available in ground only. A portion of the proceeds are will be given directly back to the family or charity of their choosing. Available to order through February 23rd.
*Orders will not begin shipping until February 7th. Please expect up to 14 business day shipping delays due to volume. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
EOW December 30, 2021
Sergeant Marlene Rittmanic was shot and killed as she and another officer investigated a noise complaint at the Comfort Inn at 1500 Illinois 50.
The officers had responded to the motel at approximately 9:30 pm to investigate reports of barking dogs that were left unattended in a vehicle. They located the room where the vehicle's owner was staying and contacted the occupants. During the encounter, the occupants attacked and shot both officers. Sergeant Rittmanic and the other officer were transported to a local hospital in serious condition. Sergeant Rittmanic succumbed to her wounds shortly after midnight.
Marlene was a 21-year law enforcement veteran, having served as both an Iroquois County Deputy and then Bradley Police Officer as of Feb. 13, 2007; she was promoted to Sergeant on Sept. 2, 2014.
Marlene was a leader in community policing — Marlene believed in people and her ability to speak to the community with respect; meet them where they are in life; try to understand their true needs; and work together to find a solution that produced the least disruption in people’s lives. To her, the job was about making the community safe for everyone, she believed and said, “just because you can, doesn’t mean you should.” She was awarded Law Enforcement Officer of the Year in 2020.
Marlene is a published poet, she was an amateur photographer and film producer for many of her family’s events and also Bradley Police Department and community events.
To donate to Officer Tyler Bailey’s recovery fund, who responded to the call with Sgt. Rittmanic, please click here
Continue to keep the Bailey’s in your prayers as Officer Bailey recovers.
Coffee: This blend is an extra dark roast. Available in ground only. A portion of the proceeds are will be given directly back to the family or charity of their choosing. Available to order through February 23rd.
*Orders will not begin shipping until February 7th. Please expect up to 14 business day shipping delays due to volume. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
EOW December 30, 2021
Sergeant Marlene Rittmanic was shot and killed as she and another officer investigated a noise complaint at the Comfort Inn at 1500 Illinois 50.
The officers had responded to the motel at approximately 9:30 pm to investigate reports of barking dogs that were left unattended in a vehicle. They located the room where the vehicle's owner was staying and contacted the occupants. During the encounter, the occupants attacked and shot both officers. Sergeant Rittmanic and the other officer were transported to a local hospital in serious condition. Sergeant Rittmanic succumbed to her wounds shortly after midnight.
Marlene was a 21-year law enforcement veteran, having served as both an Iroquois County Deputy and then Bradley Police Officer as of Feb. 13, 2007; she was promoted to Sergeant on Sept. 2, 2014.
Marlene was a leader in community policing — Marlene believed in people and her ability to speak to the community with respect; meet them where they are in life; try to understand their true needs; and work together to find a solution that produced the least disruption in people’s lives. To her, the job was about making the community safe for everyone, she believed and said, “just because you can, doesn’t mean you should.” She was awarded Law Enforcement Officer of the Year in 2020.
Marlene is a published poet, she was an amateur photographer and film producer for many of her family’s events and also Bradley Police Department and community events.
To donate to Officer Tyler Bailey’s recovery fund, who responded to the call with Sgt. Rittmanic, please click here
Continue to keep the Bailey’s in your prayers as Officer Bailey recovers.
Coffee: This blend is an extra dark roast. Available in ground only. A portion of the proceeds are will be given directly back to the family or charity of their choosing. Available to order through February 23rd.
*Orders will not begin shipping until February 7th. Please expect up to 14 business day shipping delays due to volume. Thank you for your patience and understanding.