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Heard on: Chicago Police Department Zone 04 · 1/5/2026 11:22 AM
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Got a deceptive practice in progress at Washington and Michigan by the Bean.
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Possible scam near the Bean in downtown Chicago

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As discussed during the dispatch call, officers received a report of a possible fraud or scam near the Bean at Washington Street and Michigan Avenue in downtown Chicago. Two individuals were said to be attempting to deceive or scam visitors in the area.

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E Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60602
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