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Heard on: Alton Police, Fire, EMS and Public Works · 1/13/2026 03:59 PM
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Respond to Alton Square Mall, JCPenney entrance on the upper level.
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Got a black sedan circling the lot.
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Suspicious activity at Alton Square Mall

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As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a report of suspicious activity at Alton Square Mall near the JCPenney entrance. A dark sedan was seen circling the parking lot while an individual inside the mall appeared to be avoiding the vehicle's occupants.

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Homer M Adams Pkwy, Alton, IL 62002
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