Police Response to Violent Mental Health Crisis Involving Autistic Child at 503 W 125th Street

Summary: Chicago Police responded to reports of a violent mental health disturbance involving a 12-year-old autistic boy at 503 West 125th Street, Cook County, Illinois. Multiple units were dispatched to the scene, with officers coordinating their approach as the boy moved between the residence, a nearby alley, and a bike trail. The situation involved attempts to keep the boy calm and safe, with officers instructed to stop chasing him and to control the mother, who was also agitated. The child was eventually safely detained, and medical evaluation was requested at 124th and Wallace before further action. The event required significant coordination among responding units and highlighted the challenges of managing mental health crises involving juveniles.