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Emergency Incidents
Woman with psychiatric issue walking in circles at Forest Park
Medical Emergency
Des Plaines Ave, Forest Park, IL 60130
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers reported a possible psychiatric issue near Des Plaines Avenue involving a woman in her mid-30s to 40s who was reportedly walking in circles for about half an hour. An ambulance was sent and police were taking her into custody.
Police activity near Harlem and Lake cleared
Other Incidents
Harlem/Lake, 1 S Harlem Ave, Forest Park, IL 60302
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic indicates a possible police-related incident near Harlem and Lake, after which the right-of-way was reported clear and power restoration began from Harlem Yard through Harlem station to Central station.
Fire alarm at home on Marengo Avenue
Fire
Marengo Ave, Forest Park, IL 60130
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were dispatched to a reported fire alarm at a home near Marengo Avenue in Forest Park. The homeowner called in, and no smoke or flames were seen. The alarm may have been caused by a boiler malfunction.
Man reportedly brandishing knife on CTA train
Weapons
S Harlem Ave, Forest Park, IL 60302
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic describes a possible knife being brandished by a man in the second rail car of a train in the North Pocket area near the Oak Park terminal. Police and fire units were dispatched, and officers searched the train and platform while trains were stopped. At one point, officers reported no sign of the subject.
Fire alarm at Marengo Avenue building
Fire
Marengo Ave, Forest Park, IL 60130
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible fire alarm at a building near Marengo Avenue in Forest Park, with an ambulance and multiple engine units sent to the scene.
Bariatric lift assist near Hannah Avenue in Forest Park
Medical Emergency
Hannah Ave, Forest Park, IL 60130
As discussed during the dispatch call, ambulance 408 responds to a reported bariatric lift-assist medical call at a residence on Hannah Avenue, with a rear-entry patient reportedly weighing 320 pounds.
Sick person reported near Des Plaines and Jackson
Medical Emergency
Des Plaines Ave & Jackson Blvd, Forest Park, IL 60130
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a sick person near Des Plaines Avenue and Jackson Boulevard in Forest Park. Engine 402 and Ambulance 611 responded, and radio traffic later checked whether they had a patient and noted police were supposed to be with them.
Flames reported at Forest Park convenience store
Fire
Des Plaines Ave, Forest Park, IL 60130
As discussed during the dispatch call, units responded to a possible fire at a convenience store near Des Plaines Avenue in Forest Park. One unit reported being on scene.
Sick person reported near Des Plaines Avenue in Forest Park
Medical Emergency
Des Plaines Ave, Forest Park, IL 60130
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched for a possible sick person near Des Plaines Avenue in Forest Park. An ambulance was sent and later reported en route to the area.
Apartment fire alarm at Marengo Avenue complex
Fire
Marengo Ave, Forest Park, IL 60130
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported fire alarm at a mid-rise apartment building near Marengo Avenue in North Riverside. Units arrived and reported the alarm was sounding but nothing showing, and incoming units were canceled. A separate vehicle accident with injuries was also reported near Chicago Avenue and North Reethland Avenue.
Unconscious person found near Roosevelt Road in Forest Park
Medical Emergency
Roosevelt Rd, Forest Park, IL 60130
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a possible unconscious person near Roosevelt Road in Forest Park, with an engine and ambulance responding.
Fire alarm at six-story building on Washington Street
Fire
Washington St, Forest Park, IL 60130
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire and EMS units responded to a reported fire alarm at a six-story mid-rise building near Washington Street. Engine 401 arrived and reported nothing visible on three sides of the building while investigating.
Man having asthma attack near Forest Park
Medical Emergency
Marengo Ave, Forest Park, IL 60130
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were sent to a possible asthma attack involving a 55-year-old man near Marengo Avenue in Forest Park. Ambulance 408 and Engine 401 were assigned to the call.
Van hits person on scooter at Forest Park intersection
Traffic
Des Plaines Ave & Washington St, Forest Park, IL 60130
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible traffic crash at Desplaines Avenue and Washington Street, where a van apparently hit someone on a scooter and the fire department is responding.
Elevator alarm at Des Plaines Avenue building
Fire
Des Plaines Ave, Forest Park, IL 60130
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were dispatched to a possible elevator alarm at a building near Des Plaines Avenue in Forest Park, with Engine 401 responding.
Traffic crash with injuries on Roosevelt Road
Traffic
Roosevelt Rd, Forest Park, IL 60130
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a reported traffic accident with possible injuries near Roosevelt Road in Forest Park. An ambulance and engine company were dispatched, and additional units were en route.
Elderly man with COPD struggles to breathe in Forest Park
Medical Emergency
Franklin St, Forest Park, IL 60130
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a reported breathing problem involving a 70-year-old man near Franklin Street in Park Forest. An ambulance and an engine company were dispatched, and the engine later returned to service.
Stroke suspected in 71-year-old male at Roosevelt Road
Medical Emergency
Roosevelt Rd, Forest Park, IL 60130
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews respond to a possible stroke involving a 71-year-old man near Roosevelt Road in Forest Park. The man is reported to be conscious and breathing.
Police activity shuts power near Harlem station
Road Closure
Harlem/Lake, 1 S Harlem Ave, Forest Park, IL 60302
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a person described as a white male on the platform at Harlem and Lake, with Arlington police and fire responding. Police activity in the area leads to power being removed and service being limited between Lotus and Harlem, including all yards, at the request of Oak Park Police.
Person suffering breathing difficulties at Roosevelt Road
Medical Emergency
Roosevelt Rd, Forest Park, IL 60130
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched for a possible breathing problem near Roosevelt Road in Forest Park, with an engine and a North Riverside ambulance responding.
