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False motion alarm caused by birds

Heard on: Richland, Jasper, Wayne, Edwards, Clay and Lawrence Counties Sheriff and Fire

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Walk Avenue,

3/9/2026 07:41 PM

Burglary

Walk Ave, Effingham, IL 62401

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Burglary reported near Walk Ave, Effingham, IL 62401 on Mar 9, 2026, 7:41 PM. As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported motion alarm near Walk Avenue in Effingham. AI-generated summary from public dispatch audio. Not an official report.

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