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Emergency Incidents
Report of man seen at apartment mailboxes
Suspicious Activity
W Lincoln Hwy a403, DeKalb, IL 60115
As discussed during the dispatch call, a caller reported a concern about a man at an apartment complex near a highway. The caller said a photo of the man is posted on mailboxes with instructions to call police if he is seen and believes he may have been there before and may be homeless.
Assisting police with crash on Ridge and Blacktop
Traffic
Ridge Dr & Blackhawk Rd, DeKalb, IL 60115
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are assisting with a possible traffic crash near Ridge Drive and Blackhawk Road in DeKalb.
Escort requested from dispatch to Sycamore Road
Other Non-Crime Event
Sycamore Rd, DeKalb, IL 60115
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are requested to provide a possible escort for a woman at the dispatch center to a location near Sycamore Road.
Fire alarm at East Lincoln apartment building
Fire
E Lincoln Hwy, DeKalb, IL 60115
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units responded to an activated fire alarm at a commercial building near East Lincoln Highway in DeKalb. Crews investigated a two-story structure and reported possible burnt food on the third floor. A separate escort request was also handled at a location on Sycamore Road.
Fire alarm at two-story building on East Lincoln
Fire
E Lincoln Hwy, DeKalb, IL 60115
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units responded to a reported activated fire alarm near East Lincoln Highway and North Main Street in DeKalb. Crews arrived at a two-story apartment-style building and reported nothing showing from two sides.
63-year-old woman needs lift assist at apartment lobby
Medical Emergency
N 14th St, DeKalb, IL 60115
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical crews were dispatched to a lift assist for a 63-year-old woman in the lobby of an apartment building on North 14th Street in DeKalb, Illinois, who reportedly needed help getting to her apartment.
Complaint of cannabis odor near Stevenson South Tower
Substance Use
Stevenson South, DeKalb, IL 60115
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to investigate a reported odor at Stevenson South apartments in DeKalb after a front desk caller reported a resident said a neighbor was smoking cannabis inside a unit. The number of people in the room was unknown.
Complaint of cannabis odor near Stevenson South A Tower
Substance Use
Stevenson South, DeKalb, IL 60115
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to a tower at Stevenson South in DeKalb for an odor investigation after a caller reported that a resident said a neighbor was smoking cannabis inside a room. The number of people in the room was unknown.
Vehicle hits pedestrian on Blackhawk Road
Traffic
Edgebrook Dr & Blackhawk Rd, DeKalb, IL 60115
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a reported vehicle versus pedestrian crash near Blackhawk Road by Edgebrook Drive and Rich Drive. A male pedestrian was reported breathing but with labored breathing.
Vehicle strikes pedestrian on Blackhawk Road
Traffic
Edgebrook Dr & Blackhawk Rd, DeKalb, IL 60115
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews respond to a reported vehicle versus pedestrian crash in the 1300 block of Blackhawk Road near Edgebrook Drive and Ridge Drive. The male pedestrian is reported to be breathing, but may have labored breathing.
Stroke victim reported at Bethany Healthcare facility
Medical Emergency
Resource Pkwy, DeKalb, IL 60115
As discussed during the dispatch call, engine and medic units were dispatched to a possible stroke victim at a healthcare facility on Resource Parkway near East Bethany Road and Meadow Drive.
Vehicle parked in fire lane at Grant North
Traffic
N Grant Dr, DeKalb, IL 60115
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers reported a vehicle parked in a fire lane near Grant Drive in DeKalb and requested contact with the vehicle’s owner.
Unoccupied car with alarm sounding at college
Suspicious Activity
Barsema Alumni and Visitors Center, 231 N Annie Glidden Rd, DeKalb, IL 60115
As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer reports an unoccupied vehicle with its alarm sounding in front of a college and says they will make sure it is moved before clearing the area for the night.
Cannabis odor complaint at Neptune West dorm room
Substance Use
Neptune West Hall, 800 Lucinda Ave, DeKalb, IL 60115
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to Neptune West dormitory for an odor investigation after a caller reported three people smoking cannabis in a room. The caller noted the activity had been ongoing for some time and requested to remain anonymous.
Man shooting in backyard leads to rifle dispute
Weapons
Keslinger Rd, DeKalb, IL 60115
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of a man possibly firing a rifle or shotgun in a backyard near Keslinger Road. The caller said her husband went outside with a shotgun and argued with the man, who was later reported to be outside in a black Bronco in the driveway. Deputies responded to the scene.
Traffic stop for no headlights on Annie Glidden Road
Traffic
N Annie Glidden Rd, DeKalb, IL 60115
As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer conducted a traffic stop in the 300 block of North Annie Glidden Road involving a white Hyundai Santa Fe. The driver received a written warning for not using required headlights.
Traffic stop on gray Honda with no headlights
Traffic
Lincoln Hall, 1151 Lucinda Ave, DeKalb, IL 60115
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop on a gray Honda near Lincoln Hall on Lucinda Avenue. The vehicle was reported to have no headlights and was registered to a named individual.
Vehicle with no headlights checked near Lincoln Hall
Traffic
Lincoln Hall, 1151 Lucinda Ave, DeKalb, IL 60115
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a gray Honda stopped in front of Lincoln Hall with no headlights on and unknown occupants. The vehicle’s license plate reportedly returned clear.
Behavioral health call at DeKalb library
Medical Emergency
Oak St, DeKalb, IL 60115
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible behavioral health emergency at a public library, with unit 33 asked to assist another unit.
Traffic stop on blue Hyundai with insurance issue
Traffic
Spruce Dr, DeKalb, IL 60115
As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer conducted a traffic stop on a blue Hyundai near Spruce Court in DeKalb. The vehicle’s license plate was reported suspended for an insurance violation, and the status was later updated to clear.
