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Molly Muennich gets law enforcement award
by Randy Pierce • Molly Muennich of Troy has been presented with the Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board 2026 Women in Criminal Justice Female Officer of the Year Award. Muennich, a patrol officer with the Fairview Heights Police Department, was struck in the face by gunfire on May 17, 2025, when responding to…
Read MoreFairview Heights Police Officer Muennich honored at SILEC/SPICA event
by Randy Pierce • For her bravery, courage, restraint and extraordinary teamwork, Molly Muennich of Troy is one of five Fairview Heights Police Department officers who have been presented with medals of valor from the region’s premier law enforcement support and advocacy organizations. Recognized at an annual event hosted jointly by the Southwestern Illinois Law…
Read MorePsychological evaluation ordered for Muennich’s shooter
by Randy Pierce • Elijah Thompson, who is facing multiple felony charges in connection with an incident that occurred in Fairview Heights on May 17, will be undergoing a psychological evaluation administered by Dr. Daniel Cuneo of Belleville as a result of a judicial order issued last week. Molly Muennich, a Fairview Heights Police Department…
Read MoreTrial dates set for man who shot Muennich
by Randy Pierce • Two trial dates have been scheduled for Elijah Thompson, 22, of Belleville concerning his actions in Fairview Heights on the night of Saturday, May 17, when he is alleged to have fired shots from a handgun at city police officers, including Molly Muennich of Troy, responding to a scene where he…
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