Reckless driver reported on Illinois 159 near Douglas Rd, Smithton IL
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TrafficAs discussed during the dispatch call, police received a report of a gray sedan driving recklessly southbound on Illinois Route 159 near Douglas Road. The vehicle was unable to stay in its lane, tailgating others, and nearly forcing another vehicle off the road while traveling at high speed.
Audio|Heard on: East Alton, Hartford, Roxana, S. Roxana and Wood River Police / Fire
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Transcript:
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Attempt to locate DUI, Illinois 159 southbound from Douglas Road.
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Twenty 300.
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Gray sedan, bright lights on.
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Gray sedan, bright lights on.
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Illinois registration numerals unknown.
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Illinois registration numerals unknown.
00:14
Unable to maintain lane, tailgating, attempting to run one of the motorists off the roadway, traveling at a higher speed.
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Thank you. Okay, six.
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Location mentioned:
IL-159 & Douglas Rd, Smithton, IL 62285
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