Wayne City, IL – Wayne County Sheriff’s deputies, in partnership with Fairfield Police, completed safety checks on all 44 registered sex offenders in Wayne County this week ahead of Halloween festivities, officials confirmed Wednesday.
According to the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office, the joint operation was designed to ensure compliance with registration requirements and to maintain a safe environment for families participating in trick-or-treating.
During the checks, deputies arrested 18-year-old Jaydon Stallings of Rinard on a Wayne County warrant for Failure to Register as a Sex Offender, authorities said. All other registrants were found in compliance.
Sheriff Chris Otey and Chief Ben Lewis said the operation was part of a broader public safety effort to protect children and neighborhoods during Halloween. “This joint operation ensures that all registrants are in full compliance with their legal requirements,” the statement read, thanking officers for their “continued dedication to public safety.”
Residents are reminded to remain vigilant and follow local trick-or-treating guidelines for a safe and enjoyable evening.
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