Reckless driving reported on I-74 and I-80, Kewanee IL


A red pickup truck was driving recklessly, trying to force other cars off the road and changing speed suddenly. It was first seen on I-74 near East Belmont and later spotted on I-80.
Audio|Source: Illinois State Police Districts 1, 7, and 16
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Transcript:
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181-104.19[1], clear patrol. 19104[2]. 1.8.1954. Troop 2.8.1954. Troop 2 units, reckless driving[3], I-74, East Belmont, 9.8. Red Chevroverly truck, Red, Chevrolet truck, 3685-190, B-Boy, 3685-190, B-Boy, 10288.
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Philip C. Charles Desmit, Philip C. Charles Desmond, 901, May Street, Kiwani, right, 24 Chevrolet pickup. Vehicles trying to run other vehicles off the roadway, unable to maintain speed and brake checking. Last scene, I-80 eastbound from mile post 10. Make your own case-stake, please, Street 2, Sterling. Charles 217 Stirling status.
Police codes explained
The following codes appeared in the transcript and are explained below:
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181-104.19: clear patrol
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19104: unit identifier
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reckless driving: dangerous driving behavior
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Location mentioned:
Kewanee, IL 61443
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