Health & Fitness
Chicago Heights Police Officer Tests Positive For Coronavirus
The police officer will be in self-isolation for 14 days.
CHICAGO HEIGHTS, IL — A Chicago Heights police officer has tested positive for the new coronavirus. The officer told the Chicago Heights Police Department command staff of the positive test Wednesday night, according to the Chicago Heights Mayor's Office.
The officer will be in self-isolation and off-duty for 14 days as the department reviews the officer's "recent contacts to identify potential exposure."
The police station, which the department announced Wednesday will still have an open lobby, will be disinfected "to ensure the health and safety of our officers and staff."
Find out what's happening in Chicago Heightsfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
In Illinois, 19 deaths related to the coronavirus and nearly 2,000 cases have been reported as of March 26.
Don't miss local and statewide news about coronavirus developments and precautions. Sign up for Patch alerts and daily newsletters.
Find out what's happening in Chicago Heightsfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.
