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24 Aug 2017

NEWS RELEASE

DUI SATURATION PATROL
CENTRAL (1ST) AND NEAR NORTH (18TH) DISTRICTS

The Chicago Police Department will be conducting a DUI Saturation Patrol in the Central
(1st) and Near North (18th) Districts this weekend. The DUI Saturation Patrol will commence
at 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, August 27th, 2017 and end at 3:00 a.m. on Monday, August 28th,
2017.

The purpose of this program is to saturate a pre-designated area with roving police officers
that continually monitor vehicular traffic for signs of impaired driving. Patrols also place
emphasis on speed, alcohol-related and safety belt violations. Police vehicles equipped for
speed detection are deployed to apprehend speeding violators.

In addition, the Breath Alcohol Testing (BAT) Mobile Unit may also be deployed to allow
officers to expedite the process of charging a person with Driving under the Influence (DUI)
prior to transporting an alleged into the nearest lockup for bonding. The mobile unit also
allows for Individual Recognizance Bonds (I-Bonds) to be issued at the site of the DUI
Saturation Patrol.

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24 Aug 2017

NEWS RELEASE

DUI SATURATION PATROL – JEFFERSON PARK (16th) DISTRICT

The Chicago Police Department will be conducting a DUI Saturation Patrol in the Jefferson
Park (16th) District this weekend. The DUI Saturation Patrol will commence at 7:00 p.m. on
Saturday, August 26th, 2017 and end at 3:00 a.m. on Sunday, August 27th, 2017.

The purpose of this program is to saturate a pre-designated area with roving police officers
that continually monitor vehicular traffic for signs of impaired driving. Patrols also place
emphasis on speed, alcohol-related and safety belt violations. Police vehicles equipped for
speed detection are deployed to apprehend speeding violators.

In addition, the Breath Alcohol Testing (BAT) Mobile Unit may also be deployed to allow
officers to expedite the process of charging a person with Driving under the Influence (DUI)
prior to transporting an alleged into the nearest lockup for bonding. The mobile unit also
allows for Individual Recognizance Bonds (I-Bonds) to be issued at the site of the DUI
Saturation Patrol.

The DUI Saturation Patrol conducted in the Lincoln (20th) District on August 12-13, 2017
resulted in the following:

Driving Under the Influence 0
Unsafe Vehicle Violations 38
Seat Belt Violations 4
Insurance Violations 3
Driver’s License Violations 2
Traffic Violations (Other) 14
Total Citations 61
Other Arrests 0

Vehicles Towed 0

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24 Aug 2017

NEWS RELEASE

DUI SATURATION PATROL – OGDEN (10th) DISTRICT

The Chicago Police Department will be conducting a DUI Saturation Patrol in the Ogden
(10th) District this weekend. The DUI Saturation Patrol will commence at 7:00 p.m. on
Friday, August 25th, 2017 and end at 3:00 a.m. on Saturday, August 26th, 2017.

The purpose of this program is to saturate a pre-designated area with roving police officers
that continually monitor vehicular traffic for signs of impaired driving. Patrols also place
emphasis on speed, alcohol-related and safety belt violations. Police vehicles equipped for
speed detection are deployed to apprehend speeding violators.

In addition, the Breath Alcohol Testing (BAT) Mobile Unit may also be deployed to allow
officers to expedite the process of charging a person with Driving under the Influence (DUI)
prior to transporting an alleged into the nearest lockup for bonding. The mobile unit also
allows for Individual Recognizance Bonds (I-Bonds) to be issued at the site of the DUI
Saturation Patrol.

The DUI Saturation Patrol conducted in the Gresham (6th) District on August 11-12, 2017
resulted in the following:

Driving Under the Influence 1
Unsafe Vehicle Violations 12
Insurance Violations 10
Seat Belt Violations 9
Driver’s License Violations 7
Traffic Violations (Other) 17
Total Citations 56
Other Arrests 0

Vehicles Towed 1

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23 Aug 2017

Bureau of Detectives – Area Central
Community Alert
Burglary
003rd District Grand Crossing
About the Crime:
This alert gives notice to citizens residing in the 003rd District (Grand Crossing)
of burglary related incidents that occurred during the month of July/August. The
offender (s) used force to enter the residences via the front/rear door. Once inside,
they removed personal property. Incidents listed below:
6600 block of South Kimbark Ave. approximately 10:30 a.m. on July 26, 2017
6500 block of South Minerva Ave. approximately 7:00 p.m. on July 27, 2017
700 block of East 69th Pl. approximately 1:00 a.m. on August 1, 2017
6600 block of South Drexel Ave. approximately 12:01 a.m. on August 2, 2017
6600 block of South Maryland Ave. approximately 3:30 a.m. on August 7, 2017
600 block of East 69th St. approximately 6:00 a.m. on August 7, 2017
1500 block of East Marquette Rd. approximately 12:00 p.m. on August 7, 2017
6500 block of South Rhodes Ave. approximately 1:50 a.m. on August 8, 2017
6600 block of South Drexel Ave. approximately 7:00 a.m. on August 9, 2017
About the Offenders:
Unknown
What you can do:
• Always be aware of your surroundings
• Report suspicious activity immediately
• If you are confronted by an assailant remain calm
• Remember any unique physical characteristics (scars, limp, acne, teeth,
etc…)
• Never pursue a fleeing assailant, provide the information to the police
• If approached by a witness to the incident, request contact information
• Dial 9-1-1 immediately and remain on scene when possible
If you have any information Contact the Bureau of Detectives –
Area Central
(312) 747-8380
JA364972, JA388288, JA396130, JA374000, JA380638, JA381003,
JA383941, JA391998,
JA384791
Reference: P17-1-223
Alert #P17-1-223CA
August 23, 2017

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23 Aug 2017

Bureau of Detectives – Area Central
Community Alert
Strong Arm Robbery
003rd District Grand Crossing
About the Crime:
This alert gives notice to citizens residing in the 003rd District (Grand Crossing)
of an increase in Robbery related incidents which have occurred during the month of
August. These incidents took place in the vicinity of: Chappel Ave.-South Shore Dr./
6900 – 7400 South Blocks
In these incidents the offender (s) approached the victims, announced a robbery and
physically removed property from victim. In some incidents offenders have been
violent with the victims, striking them during and after the robbery. Detectives are
seeking information from anyone with knowledge of these offenders.
About the Offenders:
Two to four male black offenders approximately aged 8-25 years, 5’09-6’00 tall, 135-
180 lbs.
Vehicle:
A dark colored, 4 door vehicle, with Temporary Plates
Weapon:
Hands & Feet
What you can do:
• Always be aware of your surroundings
• Report suspicious activity immediately
• If you are confronted by an assailant remain calm
• Remember any unique physical characteristics (scars, limp, acne, teeth,
etc…)
• Never pursue a fleeing assailant, provide the information to the police
• If approached by a witness to the incident, request contact information
• Dial 9-1-1 immediately and remain on scene when possible
If you have any information Contact the Bureau of
Detectives – Area Central
(312) 747-8380
JA382568, JA382953, JA385844,JA388466, JA393480
Reference: P17-1-222CA
Alert #P17-1-222CA
August 23, 2017

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21 Aug 2017

21 Aug 17 Robberies – 10, 14, 19, 25 Districts

 

Bureau of Detectives
Area Central/North

Business Alert
Robberies – Districts 10, 14, 19, 25
About the Crime:
This alert gives notice to businesses in the 10th District, 19th District, 14th District and 25th Districts of
Robbery related incidents during the month of July/August. In these incidents, a male white
Hispanic offender armed with a knife entered businesses and demanded proceeds. These incidents
have occurred during the afternoon in the general geographical locations listed below:
• 4700 Block of West Fullerton Avenue on July 28, 2017 at 5:16PM.
• 4300 Nlock of South Archer Avenue on August 3, 2017 at 12:20PM.
• 4600 Block of North Western Avenue on August 4, 2017 at 5:30PM.
• 3500 Block of West 26th Street on August 7, 2017 at 12:41PM.
• 2400 Block of West Armitage Avenue on August 14, 2017 at 10:56AM.
• 2700 Block of West Cermak Road on August 17, 2017 at 11:10AM.
• 1500 Block of North Western Avenue on August 18, 2017 at 9:25AM.
• 6600 Block of South Pulaski Avenue on August 18, 2017 at 1:05PM.
About the Offender(s):
Offender(s) described as a male white hispanic, 5’10-6’01, 160-220lbs., 20-37 years old, brown eyes,
black hair with physical impairment on left eye. Last seen wearing a blue hooded sweatshirt and
jeans.


What you can do:
• Be aware of your surroundings
• Report suspicious activity immediately
• Keep doors and windows secured
• If video surveillance is available, save and make a copy of the incident for investigating
detectives.
• If you are a victim do not touch anything, call police immediately
• If approached by a witness to the incident, request contact information
If you have any information Contact the Bureau of Detectives
Area Central (312) 747-8382
Area North (312) 744-8263
JA367399, JA-375476, JA-377279, JA-381107, JA-390443, JA-394736,
JA-396033, JA-396283, (Reference: 17 CWP 011)

 

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