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Heard on: Illinois Valley Regional Police, Fire and EMS Dispatch · 1/14/2026 11:04 AM
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Just said (name withheld) took off running towards Walnut Street.
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Dark hoodie on with their hood on their head.
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Officers search for fleeing person near Walnut St

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As discussed during the dispatch call, officers in Ottawa responded to suspicious activity near Walnut Street after a person, whose name was withheld, reportedly fled on foot wearing a dark hoodie. Police units searched around the nearby railroad bridge area, with assistance from other departments. The situation involved a person possibly evading contact, but no injuries or further details were confirmed.

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Walnut St, Ottawa, IL 61350
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