Man demands $4,000 in kidnapping-related phone threat, Chicago IL


A man speaking on the phone demanded $4,000 and threatened to harm a woman if not paid. The caller heard a female crying and cannot reach her daughter at the location near Leclaire. The situation suggests a possible kidnapping or abduction with a ransom threat.
Audio|Source: Chicago Police Department Zone 06
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Transcript:
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Hi, I got a citizen near Leclaire.
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Plain got a call of a female crying, mom, mom, male Hispanic in his 30s with an accent, got on the phone and stated he wants $4,000 or we'll chop her up in pieces.
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She can't get in contact with her daughter.
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No one's answering the phone.
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No further.
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Location mentioned:
S Leclaire Ave, Chicago, IL 60638
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