Police Department | Village of Thayer, IL

The Thayer Police Department is located in the Village Hall building.

214 E. Main Street
PO Box 342
Thayer, IL 62689

Chief Timothy Sullivan

You can contact the police department for non-emergencies at:

(217) 965-4612 – Office
(217) 965-4102 – Fax

For emergencies, dial 911

If you need to report a crime that has or is being committed call:

Sangamon County Dispatch at – (217) 753-6666

The Thayer Police Department provides vehicle lock out service. Anyone needing assistance will have to sign a liability release form before your vehicle is unlocked. Please note the service will only be provided if an officer is on duty. This is a free service to the community, and we will travel to Virden and Auburn to provide this service upon request.

The Thayer Police Department provides security checks for residents that are planning to be away from their home for an extended period of time. Complete the Security Check Report and drop it off at the Village Hall mail slot located to the left of the door. Forms are available at the office and officers will have them in their squad car as well.

Safety Tips:

Never post on social media your intentions of being away from your home for an extended period of time!
If you have solicitors knocking on your door they have to have a permit. You can ask to see the permit and if they don’t show you or “don’t have it on them” then chances are they haven’t applied for one. When they apply for a permit, background checks are completed on these individuals for safety reasons. Never let solicitors inside your home!