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Emergency Incidents
Elderly woman unable to use or feel hand at home
Medical Emergency
S 5th St, Princeton, IL 61356
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical crews were sent to a location near South Fifth Street for an 84-year-old woman who could not feel or use her hand. Responders were advised to use the back entrance.
Caller poses as sheriff in cafe phone scam
Suspicious Activity
N Main St, Princeton, IL 61356
As discussed during the dispatch call, deputies responded to a possible scam call at a cafe where the owner reported someone on the phone claiming to be from the sheriff’s office and asking her to send customers away and report to the office without providing an address. The owner was reportedly on the phone and planned to record the conversation while deputies were directed to contact the business.
Report of speeding pickup on Hudson Street
Traffic
W Hudson St, Princeton, IL 61356
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a traffic complaint about a white Toyota Tundra reportedly driving about 50 to 60 mph on Hudson Street. The caller was a pedestrian, and the vehicle’s current location was unknown while officers checked whether there was a valid complaint.
Traffic stop for improper passing on N Main Street
Traffic
N Main St & Orchard, Princeton, IL 61356
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop near Orchard and Main in Princeton involving a gray Volkswagen utility vehicle. The driver received a verbal warning for a reported improper passing violation.
Infant shocked by electrical outlet at Princeton home
Medical Emergency
S Sunset Dr, Princeton, IL 61356
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were sent to a home near Sunset Drive in Princeton for a reported incident involving a young child who was apparently shocked by an electrical outlet. The child was reported to be conscious and breathing.
Elderly man locked out requests police at home
Medical Emergency
W Central Ave, Princeton, IL 61356
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a welfare check near West Central Avenue after a caller reported an elderly man who said he was locked out of his house and requested police assistance. An officer later reported being out with the man.
Car and deer collision on North Main Street
Traffic
N Main St, Princeton, IL 61356
As discussed during the dispatch call, a deputy requested a report for a car that apparently struck a deer near North Main Street in Princeton. The report was to be documented at the Road Ranger, and the deputy was out removing the deer.
Attempted break-in at Princeton apartment
Break-In
W Peru St, Princeton, IL 61356
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a possible attempted break-in at an apartment on West Peru Street after a caller reported that a neighbor saw someone trying to enter through a window around 1:30. The person was no longer on scene when the caller requested to speak with an officer.
Male with low blood pressure and oxygen levels at warehouse
Medical Emergency
N Euclid Ave, Princeton, IL 61356
As discussed during the dispatch call, princeton EMS was dispatched to a distribution center on North Euclid Avenue for a reported male with low blood pressure and low oxygen levels. Crews were directed to the front north side of the building where an employee would guide them in.
Criminal trespass complaint at Walmart store
Disturbance
Claude Bailey Pkwy, Princeton, IL 61356
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to a Walmart for a possible criminal trespass involving a woman who was reportedly being removed from the store. Store staff requested police contact and wanted her cited, and she may have already left the premises. She was described as wearing a black coat and black pants.
Search for missing man in Princeton area
Missing Person
N Main St, Princeton, IL 61356
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers in the Princeton and Tiskilwa area are searching for a missing man after a caller reported speaking with him around 8:30 and believing he may be at a business with free Wi-Fi to charge his phone. Units are checking nearby businesses and his residence.
65-year-old woman with muscle twitching and low BP
Medical Emergency
S Bureau Valley Pkwy, Princeton, IL 61356
As discussed during the dispatch call, an ambulance was requested near South Bureau Valley Parkway for a reported 65-year-old woman with muscle twitching, lethargy, and low blood pressure.
Front license plate reported stolen overnight
Theft Report
N Church St, Princeton, IL 61356
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to a location near North Church Street to meet with a woman who reported that someone stole her front license plate sometime between last night and this morning.
Unwanted person reported at Plum Street home
Suspicious Activity
N Plum St, Princeton, IL 61356
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a home on Plum Street for a report of an unwanted person. The caller, who was at work, reported that his sister was home at the residence.
79-year-old man collapses at home with skin injury
Medical Emergency
North Jacqualine Lane, Princeton, Illinois 61356, United States
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical responders were sent to a home near North Jacqualine Lane in Princeton for a reported 79-year-old man who collapsed. He was conscious but weak and had a skin tear on his arm, and the front door was reported open.
Injured cat reported at church parking area
Other Non-Crime Event
S Church St, Princeton, IL 61356
As discussed during the dispatch call, a caller reported a cat that was hit by a vehicle near a church on South Church Street, with people on scene and animal control involved.
Traffic stop for wrong-way driving near sheriff office
Traffic
Ace Rd, Princeton, IL 61356
As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer conducted a traffic stop near the sheriff’s office on Ace Road involving a red Chevy Blazer/utility. The driver’s license and vehicle registration were checked, and the driver received a verbal warning for wrong-way driving.
Vehicle window vandalized on South Church Street
Property Damage
S Church St, Princeton, IL 61356
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a report of a gray Nissan with a Florida license plate that was vandalized overnight near an apartment on South Church Street in Princeton. The caller reported that the back window of the vehicle was broken.
Broken window reported after disturbance at home
Property Damage
S 5th St, Princeton, IL 61356
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a home near South Fifth Street for a criminal damage complaint involving a broken window after a reported disturbance the previous night. A subject was seen on camera, but the person could not be identified from the footage.
Noise complaint over loud music at trailer
Disturbance
Jennifer Ave, Princeton, IL 61356
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a possible noise complaint near Jennifer Avenue, where a caller reported loud music coming from a trailer and requested that someone speak with the resident.
