GLENDALE HEIGHTS — Glendale Heights residents will have the opportunity to securely shred personal documents in June, thanks to an event sponsored by State Senator Suzy Glowiak Hilton.

“Many of us find ourselves hanging onto documents we no longer need, especially after tax season,” said Glowiak Hilton (D-Western Springs). “Instead of tossing papers with personal information into the recycling, I encourage residents to take advantage of shred events that ensure secure disposal.”

Identity theft is one of the top categories of scams targeting Illinois residents. The Better Business Bureau recommends shredding unneeded sensitive documents, such as bank statements, medical bills and pay stubs, to prevent personal information from falling into the wrong hands.

Residents will have the opportunity to safely get rid of documents on Saturday, June 7 at the Glendale Heights Civic Center, 300 E. Fullerton Ave., from 9 a.m. to noon, or until the truck is full. The event is a joint effort between Glowiak Hilton, State Representative Diane Blair-Sherlock, Glendale Heights Mayor Rebecca Giannelli and the Glendale Heights Police Department.

For more information or questions, contact Glowiak Hilton’s office at 630-785-3177.