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Heard on: Polk IA Interop Group Calls · 1/16/2026 11:44 AM
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(number withheld) East Sheridan Avenue, (number withheld) East Sheridan on trying to meet with (name withheld) and a two-year-old female wearing a purple fleece jacket, no pants, and the diaper running around in the street.
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Possible child seen unattended near East Sheridan Ave

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As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a report of a possible missing or unattended young child seen running in the street near East Sheridan Avenue. The child was reported to be around two years old and wearing a purple jacket. Investigation is ongoing.

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E Sheridan Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316
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