Woman checking gates in alley near Altgeld, Chicago IL


Caller requested a wellness check at Altgeld and Ridgeway for an older woman wearing a long red dress and black cap. The woman was seen walking in the alley, checking gates and appearing to try to gain access. The caller said they were unsure if she was mentally ill or related to someone.
Audio|Source: Chicago Police Department Zone 12
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Transcript:
2522. You guys do a wellness check[1] for me. This one's at Altgeld and Ridgeway[2]. (name withheld) said there was an older woman. She had a black cap on and a long red dress. She's thin, walking up and down the alley checking gates, trying to gain access. Not sure if she is mentally ill or a relative.
2522. You guys do a wellness check[1] for me. This one's at Altgeld and Ridgeway[2]. (name withheld) said there was an older woman. She had a black cap on and a long red dress. She's thin, walking up and down the alley checking gates, trying to gain access. Not sure if she is mentally ill or a relative.
Police codes explained
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[1]
wellness check: Check on individual's welfare
[2]
Altgeld and Ridgeway: Incident location
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Location mentioned:
N Ridgeway Ave & W Altgeld St, Chicago, IL 60647
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