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Semi truck blocks lanes on Western AveChicago IL

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N Western Ave, Chicago, IL

According to the dispatch call, a large semi truck appears to be blocking all northbound lanes on Western Avenue in Chicago, prompting an additional police unit to respond to assist with traffic control.

Audio|Heard on: Chicago Police Department Zone 06
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Transcript:
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Yeah, I'm going to need another squad car.
00:02
This semi is blocking all the northbound lanes on Western Ave.

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Location mentioned:
N Western Ave, Chicago, IL
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Incident Timeline

  1. Confirmation of Full Lane Blockage
  2. Request for Additional Assistance
  3. Initial Report of Traffic Blockage

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