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Possible hit-and-run near Westgate and Whitaker

Heard on: Salem Fire and Surrounding Fire, Police & EMS
02:26
00:00
(name withheld)'s got a report of a hit and run.
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Westgate Ave & W Whittaker St, Salem, IL 62881
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As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a possible hit-and-run near the intersection of Westgate Avenue and West Whitaker Street in Salem. Early reports indicated that an older dark blue Subaru may have struck several other vehicles and attempted to flee. One of the vehicles reportedly had a child inside. Multiple callers were involved in the report, and the scene appeared to include several damaged vehicles before officers arrived.

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