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2019-2022

Major Case Squad of Greater St. Louis

Certificate of Merit or outstanding investigative skills with high-profile murder cases

In 2022 and 2019, the Major Case Squad of Greater St. Louis recognized Kris for his outstanding investigative performance while participating in two (2) high profile homicide investigations in the Riverbend area.

Madison County Sheriff’s Office

30+ Service Commendations for work performed on homicides, kidnappings, missing persons, burglaries, and criminal sexual assaults

In 2022 and 2019, the Major Case Squad of Greater St. Louis recognized Kris for his outstanding investigative performance while participating in two (2) high profile homicide investigations in the Riverbend area.

1999-2022-Madison County Sheriff’s Office – Kris Tharp has received 30+ commendations for outstanding performance in high profile investigations including homicide, kidnapping, missing persons, burglaries, and criminal sexual assault.

2018

Guns & Hoses

contributions to assist families of first responders killed in the line of duty

Guns and Hoses St. Louis recognized Kris for his outstanding contributions to the organization which raises money to support the families of first responders who have been killed or seriously injured in the line of duty.

2014

Illinois Attorney General’s Office

Recognized as an “Outstanding
Elderly Service Officer”

In 2014 and 2018 Kris was recognized as an “Outstanding Elderly Service Officer” by the Illinois Attorney General for his work advocating for crime victims, senior citizens, and vulnerable populations.

2012

Riverbend Growth Association

Named “20 under 40”

Alton Telegraph/Riverbend Growth Association, Kris was recognized as one of the young leaders named to the “20 under 40” in the Riverbend area.

Education

  • BACHELOR'S & MASTER'S DEGREE
    Criminal Justice Administration from Lindenwood University-Belleville
  • Graduate Certificate
    Criminal Justice from the University of Virginia while attending
  • Graduate
    The prestigious FBI National Academy in Quantico, Virginia
  • Associates Degree
    Lewis & Clark Community College

other

accomplishments

FBI National Academy Associates
Police Benevolent and Protective Association #118
Illinois Rail Splitters
Illinois Sheriff’s Association
Illinois Correctional Association
International Association of Chiefs of Police
International Homicide Investigator’s Association
National Internal Affairs Investigator’s Association
Wood River Township Kiwanis
Special Olympics Volunteer
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