WMOK – Massac County, IL – Massac County Sheriff Chad Kaylor joined WMOK’s Coffee Break program on Tuesday morning for his regular monthly update. As he does on the second Tuesday of each month, Sheriff Kaylor sat down to discuss the latest happenings with the sheriff’s office and detention center, current county crime statistics, and community safety updates.
Here are the key takeaways from this month’s conversation:
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Jail Capacity Updates: The Sheriff reported that the Massac County Jail population has been holding steady recently, with inmate counts hovering in the 20s or 30s.
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Uptick in Domestic Violence: When looking at county crime trends since last month’s check-in, the Sheriff noted an uptick in domestic violence calls across the area.
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Weather vs. The Full Moon: Addressing the popular theory that a full moon drives a surge in erratic behavior and crime, Sheriff Kaylor smiled and noted that he leans much more heavily on seasonal weather trends than lunar phases. Hotter weather and changing seasons traditionally correlate more closely with shifting crime patterns than the night sky.
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County Vandalism: The department has also seen a recent rise in vandalism calls throughout the county, prompting reminders for residents to stay vigilant and report suspicious activity.
You can listen to our full, uninterrupted conversation regarding county crime trends, jail logistics, and seasonal shifts in the SoundCloud Player below.
