Former Silvis alderman under criminal investigation

SILVIS, Ill. (KWQC) - A former Silvis alderman is under criminal investigation.

2nd Ward Ald. Craig Pirmann stepped down from the city council after officials launched an ethics probe in early July.

Neither police nor city officials has said what the allegations entail.

The Silvis Police Department issued a statement confirming the criminal investigation. The Illinois State Police is now the lead agency.

The city plans to fill Pirmann’s vacant seat.

Anyone interested must be a registered voter who has lived in the 2nd Ward for at least one year. Apply by submitting a letter of interest and a resume to Mayor Robert Cervantes at Silvis City Hall.