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Emergency Incidents
Well-being check requested for woman screaming on call
Medical Emergency
S Vincennes Ave, Chicago, IL 60643
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a possible well-being check at a residence near South Vincennes Avenue after a caller reported that her friend (person_name withheld) had been screaming during a phone call and someone in the background said to let her go. The call dropped, and officers later reported no answer at the door and a callback going to voicemail. The radio traffic also included a separate suspicious person call near West 111th Place and a mental health disturbance reported near 127th Street and Eggleston Avenue.
Possible transformer explosion cuts power, smoke odor
Fire
W Roosevelt Rd, Chicago, IL 60624
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers discussed a possible transformer explosion near West Roosevelt Road after a loud bang, a neighborhood power outage, and a smell of smoke. The fire department was not responding.
Person fainted but is conscious on Wabansia Ave
Medical Emergency
W Wabansia Ave, Chicago, IL 60639
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers reported a possible medical emergency involving a person who fainted but was conscious again near Wabansia Avenue in Chicago. An engine was requested and unit 452 was notified.
Tenant reports being locked out by landlord
Other Incidents
W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60607
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to a residence near Randolph Street in Chicago after a caller reported being locked out by the landlord, who was reportedly not present.
Police check on lost person ringing doorbells
Suspicious Person
S Parnell Ave, Chicago, IL 60609
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to a location near South Parnell Avenue for a possible welfare check on a man who appeared lost and was reportedly walking up and down the block ringing doorbells. The caller requested police assistance.
Construction barrels down on I-90 eastbound wall
Traffic
I-90 E, Chicago, IL
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible road hazard on eastbound I-90 near mile marker 124, where two construction barrels are down on the wall. The contractor involved is believed to be SCS.
Parking dispute blocking driver from leaving
Disturbance
W Oakdale Ave & N Broadway, Chicago, IL 60657
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a reported disturbance near Oakdale Avenue and Broadway involving a white Transit van that was parked too close to the caller and preventing them from leaving.
Car accident at Madison and Central with injury
Traffic
W Madison St & S Central Ave, Chicago, IL 60644
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic indicates a car accident at Madison Street and Central Avenue, with an ambulance and police units requested. A separate report of a person shot on Latrobe was later determined to be a prank call.
Car hits tree in crash on North St Clair
Traffic
N St Clair St, Chicago, IL 60611
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers clarified a report from a possible auto theft to a possible car accident with injuries near North Claire Street in Chicago. A caller reported hearing a crash and seeing one gray car that appeared to have hit a tree.
SUV stolen from downtown parking garage
Stolen Vehicle
E Delaware Pl, Chicago, IL 60611
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible vehicle theft from a parking garage near East Chestnut Street and East Delaware Place in Chicago. A black Land Rover or Range Rover was reportedly stolen from the second floor by suspects wearing black clothing and ski masks. Later updates mention an alarm sounding and a person possibly still stealing items from the vehicle.
Juvenile taken to hospital after possible drug ingestion
Substance Use
N Kedzie Blvd, Chicago, IL 60647
As discussed during the dispatch call, ambulance 52 responded near N Kedzie Blvd for a caller’s juvenile sister who possibly took something at school (possibly drugs). Fire personnel made a removal and the juvenile was transported to a hospital.
Armed suspects abandon vehicle in alley near W Lexington St
Weapons
W Lexington St, Chicago, IL 60624
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a person-with-a-gun call near W Lexington St. A report stated five males in black clothing and masks abandoned a Honda Fit in an alley and fled; two were reported to be armed. Units later reported locating the vehicle unoccupied.
Man found down but walked away near Chicago
Medical Emergency
N Ridgeway Ave, Chicago, IL 60651
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers reported a possible medical emergency involving a man who was initially down near North Ridgeway Avenue but then got up and walked away before responders arrived.
Wide load truck needs assist on I-90 exit ramp
Traffic
I-90 E, Chicago, IL
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers assisted a motorist with a green truck tractor and flatbed trailer carrying a wide load on the I-90 eastbound exit ramp near milepost 68. The vehicle was on the right shoulder and needed to be moved to the main line, and tollway maintenance was to be notified.
Traffic stop at 51st Street and Aberdeen Street
Traffic
W 51st St & S Aberdeen St, Chicago, IL 60609
As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer-initiated traffic stop was reported near West 51st Street and South Aberdeen Street in Chicago.
Open door at vacant building on North Wells Street
Break-In
N Wells St, Chicago, IL 60654
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers respond to a possible burglary at a reportedly vacant building near North Wells Street in Chicago after an open rear door and alley were found, along with a broken second-floor fire escape.
Son and mother in domestic dispute on 32nd and Halsted
Domestic Dispute
W 32nd St & S Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60608
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a possible domestic dispute between a son and mother near West 32nd Street and South Halsted Street. The situation appeared calm, with the parties talking and no immediate issues reported.
Baby almost hit; caller stops responding during check
Medical Emergency
S Wentworth Ave & W 109th St, Chicago, IL 60628
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to the area of 109th Street and South Wentworth Avenue for a welfare check after a female caller reported that a baby was almost hit by a vehicle, then yelled at someone in the background and disconnected. The situation was unverified, and officers planned to check the area.
Home burglary report on North Sheridan Road
Break-In
N Sheridan Rd, Chicago, IL 60626
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported burglary at a residence on North Sheridan Road, where a caller said someone broke into the home and allegedly stole property.
Kidnapping reported near Hyde Park gas station
Other Incidents
E Hyde Park Blvd & S Cornell Ave, Chicago, IL 60615
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible kidnapping in progress near Hyde Park Boulevard and Cornell Avenue in Chicago. A frightened young woman was reportedly taken by a man in a black BMW SUV from a nearby gas station. The vehicle was described as having no front license plate and a possible plate number that was later reported as invalid.
