This week on Hibernian Media… Paddy Houlihan sits down for a one-on-one with retired Cook County Sheriff’s Police legend Jeff Lange, who brings 30 years of gritty, front-line law enforcement experience to the mic. From nightclub DJ on Division Street to undercover narcotics officer chasing some of Chicago’s most dangerous criminals, Jeff’s story is a masterclass in street smarts, survival, and service.

Lange walks us through his early years at the jail, his path into the Sheriff’s Police and evolution into a trusted deep-cover agent working everything from high-level drug buys to wiretap cases. He shares war stories from his time in the MEG unit, dives into the details of the Michael Gargiulo case, and offers a behind-the-scenes look at the Palatine Brown’s Chicken mass murder investigation—including the infamous piece of chicken that helped crack the case.

Now serving as First Vice President of the Emerald Society of Illinois, Jeff also reflects on his days as an instructor at the Cook County Sheriff’s Academy and the joy of mentoring a new generation of officers. He speaks candidly about the importance of deconfliction in undercover work, the challenges of protecting crime scenes, and the lasting impact of teaching.

If you care about justice, Irish heritage, and real-deal stories from the field, this is one you don’t want to miss.

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