A Message from Chief Egan
“As the Chief of Police, I will always strive to provide the highest level of public safety and service to the citizens of the Village of Creve Coeur. I am committed to upholding the law with integrity, honor, duty, and service. I will foster positive relationships with citizens, businesses, and community leaders. I will continuously build a department that is based on transparent communication and collaborative efforts. The preservation of life and property is our most important purpose. However, providing the highest standard of public service is our most important goal. I encourage you to reach out to us with any issues or feedback you may have.”
Chief Justin Egan
After receiving his degree in Criminal Justice, Chief Justin Egan began his career as a law enforcement officer in 2005 with the Creve Coeur Police Department. Chief Egan held the capacity of patrolman until 2007, at which time he was promoted to patrol sergeant. Chief Egan held the capacity of sergeant until 2009, when he departed CCPD for employment with a neighboring agency. Over Chief Egan’s tenure with the neighboring department, he served as patrolman, detective, school resource officer, and commander of the pro-active team. Chief Egan also served with the Illinois State Police as an under-cover narcotics agent. Chief Egan’s professional career also includes time as a college university police officer, correctional officer with the Federal Bureau of Prisons, and law enforcement instructor at Illinois Central College.
In 2020 Chief Egan returned to the Creve Coeur Police Department as the Deputy Chief of Police. In 2022 Chief Egan was promoted to the rank of Chief of Police, a rank of which he has always coveted.
Chief Egan attributes his successful law enforcement career to those who mentored and encouraged him when he was a young officer. He strives to pass along that mentorship and encouragement to the young officers of today, in hopes they too, will experience a successful career.
Deputy Chief Daniel Nelson
Deputy Chief Daniel Nelson began his law enforcement career in 1994 in Southern Illinois. In 1995 Deputy Chief Nelson relocated to Central Illinois where he has held several positions including patrolman, K-9 officer, Sergeant, and Lieutenant. Deputy Chief Nelson joined the Creve Coeur Police Department in 2024 bringing with him many years of experience and knowledge which he hopes to pass along to the younger officers of today.