Possible armed person near South Essex Ave, Chicago IL
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As discussed during the dispatch call, officers received a call about a person acting strangely and possibly carrying a knife or sword near South Essex Avenue. The individual was described as wearing a red hoodie, black pants, and brown boots. No further information was available.
Audio|Heard on: Chicago Police Department Zone 08
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Transcript:
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Put a unit ten four in the citywide report of a person with a knife.
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Person with a knife, near the 7600 block of South Essex Avenue.
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(name withheld) is reporting a male wearing a red hoodie, black pants, and brown boots, talking to himself while walking southbound, possibly armed with a large sword.
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Acting strange.
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No further details or information.
00:18
Zone eight radio station clear.
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Location mentioned:
S Essex Ave, Chicago, IL 60649
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