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Weekly Deployment Meeting Highlights
In this post, a community member who sits in on the Evanston Police
Department’s weekly Deployment Meeting shares notes on the topics discussed and writes about public safety matters of interest to people who work or live in Evanston.
Three Shootings, Four Shot
 Credit: Matthew Eadie Evanston Now
In less than 24 hours, from 8:30 p.m. on Monday, August 5, to 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday, August 6, EPD officers responded to three separate shooting incidents, resulting in four individuals being injured and taken to area hospitals.
On Monday, an altercation between known individuals escalated into gunfire on the 1700 block of Dempster. A 9-mm handgun was recovered at the scene. Two male victims were transported to Evanston and St. Francis Hospitals and are expected to recover.
The following day, around 3:00 p.m., officers responded to a report of a man shot near Dempster and Darrow. He was taken to St. Francis Hospital, underwent surgery, and is in stable condition. A person of interest was detained the same day.
Approximately 20 minutes later, at 3:30 p.m., police were called to the 1700 block of Dodge for a report of a man shot in the hand. The man was treated at the hospital.
Special patrols have been deployed in the affected areas.
Investigators have made two arrests. For additional details: Press Release: Evanston Police Make Arrests in Recent Shootings
Details of incidents discussed at the Deployment Meeting follow.
Weekly Crime Map
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Deployment Meeting – August 7, 2024
Animal Cruelty
On 8/5 around 1:00 p.m., a resident called EPD to request assistance in the removal of ten dogs from the basement of her home in the 1100 block of Florence. Animal Warden Kubala responded to the scene and observed the dogs living in uninhabitable conditions, dirty and uncared for. Evanston Animal Shelter assisted with removal of the animals. Evidence Technicians responded and photographed the animals. The animals were transported to the Evanston Animal Shelter. In an exclusive to INSIDER, Animal Warden Kubala confirmed that all ten canines are safe and doing well. “They have been examined and are receiving further care as needed.”
DUI
On August 4, around 10:15 p.m., officers responded to a motorcycle crash near Oakton and Dodge. The driver, found intoxicated, was charged with Aggravated Driving Under the Influence.
Garage Burglary
On August 2, a caller reported an attempted garage burglary using a pry tool on the 2100 block of Greenwood.
Impersonating Police
On August 2, an off-duty EPD officer observed a vehicle attempting a traffic stop using police lights. The vehicle sped off, and persons of interest have been identified.
Motor Vehicle Burglary
- On August 6, a debit card and key were taken from a vehicle on the 900 block of Michigan.
- Between August 3 and 4, an unlocked 2024 Hyundai Kona was ransacked on the 1200 block of Pitner. Documents were reported missing.
Motor Vehicle Theft
- On August 4, around 12:30 a.m., a 2013 Hyundai Sonata was stolen from a gas station on the 100 block of Chicago Avenue. The suspect fled southbound.
- A 2022 RoughHouse 50 scooter stolen from a Northwestern student two months ago was recovered in Waukegan. An individual is in custody for the theft.
Possession of a Controlled Substance
On August 3, detectives observed a suspected drug transaction on the 1100 block of Davis. The offender was charged.
Residential Burglary
- On August 7, residents on the 2100 block of Orrington awoke to breaking glass. Police found a broken basement window. A video captured a man leaving the scene; nothing was reported missing.
- An unlocked home on the 700 block of Colfax was burglarized, and a purse with credit cards and ID was stolen.
Theft
On July 31, a woman shopping at the downtown Target had a blue shopping bag stolen. The suspect was not found.
Weapons-Related Incidents
- On August 2, a citizen reported individuals with guns at a barber shop near Dempster and Darrow.
- On August 2, a road rage incident involving a reported gun occurred at Main and Chicago. No weapon was found.
- On August 6, a citizen reported gunshots on the 1300 block of Darrow.
- On August 2, gunshots were reported on the 500 block of Sheridan Square and the 2000 block of Seward. No evidence was found.
Random Notes/Heads Up
- The Jamaica Fest drew over 3,000 attendees with EPD participation.
- An 82-year-old woman from Skokie has been missing since July 15. Skokie Police ask for any sightings to be reported.
- Color-coded beach warnings are failing to deter all swimmers. A successful water rescue was performed at Lighthouse Beach on August 7. Additional watches will be deployed.
- An Initiation to Eternity Service for William H. Logan, Jr., Evanston’s first Black Chief of Police, will be held on August 17 at ETHS.
Inquiring Minds: Police Cars Following Ambulances
 Its not as action packed as John McClane following an ambulance in Die Hard with a Vengeance
Reader J.M. sent us this great question:
“I live along Ridge Avenue, which is a direct link to Evanston Hospital. Every now and then (and often enough for me to question), the ambulance is followed by a police car. My question is: Why?”
Sgt. Daniel Keeler has the answer:
“There are a number of possible reasons for an EPD vehicle to follow an ambulance to the hospital. One of the most frequent occurrences is for a person who is experiencing a mental crisis and is being taken to the hospital for an evaluation. Normally, an EPD member will ride in the ambulance with the patient and the paramedics, while another member will follow to provide additional assistance if needed and to give the member in the ambulance a ride back to their car.
Another common occurrence is an arrestee who requires medical attention. The vast majority of the time it is for more routine medical care, nothing too serious. The person is in EPD custody, so a member will ride with the paramedics, and another will follow in case assistance is needed and to provide a ride back for the arrestee and the officer who rode in the ambulance.
Also, there are times when the victim of a crime may need medical attention, and an EPD member will go with it and another will follow in order to provide security to the victim.”
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The weekly deployment report is an informational bulletin prepared by a community member that keeps citizens informed about what police do on a weekly basis. Information contained in this report is not to be considered as a media/press release. Any information considered by a media source from this bulletin needs to be verified by an official from the department. This can be done by contacting the media line at 847-866-5026.
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