November 15 Press Release

Office of the Fire Chief
Rudy Horist
815-385-0075

Release date/time: Monday, November 15, 2021 at 4:00 PM.

The McHenry Township Fire Protection District (MTFPD) is aware of the allegations regarding the misuse of funds belonging to the McHenry Firefighter’s Association. The individual involved is a part-time firefighter/paramedic for the district and has been placed on un-paid administrative leave pending the outcome of an internal district investigation.

The McHenry Firefighter’s Association is a non-profit organization comprised of current and former MTFPD firefighters. The McHenry Firefighter’s Association is a separate entity from the Fire Protection District. McHenry Township Fire Protection District funds were not involved in this incident.

Questions regarding the criminal investigation should be directed to the McHenry Police Department at 815-363-2599.