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Person detained after foot pursuit near S Merrill Ave and E 97th St, Chicago IL

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S Merrill Ave & E 97th St, Chicago, IL 60617

As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer detained one person near the intersection of S Merrill Avenue and E 97th Street following a foot pursuit.

Audio|Heard on: Chicago Police Department Zone 08
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Transcript:
00:00
So I'll say one detained, 97, 49, Merrill that got that took off on.
00:05
One detained from 9-7 in Merrill.

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Location mentioned:
S Merrill Ave & E 97th St, Chicago, IL 60617

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