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Heard on: Salem Fire and Surrounding Fire, Police & EMS · 1/15/2026 11:40 PM
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Salem, there was a speed limit sign that was damaged and broke it in half here where the accident occurred.
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It's going to be on the southwest corner of all of Jefferson towards that retaining wall.
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Vehicle damages road signs near Jefferson St

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As discussed during the dispatch call, officers in Salem investigated a possible hit-and-run incident where a vehicle struck and damaged a speed limit and children-at-play sign near Jefferson Street. The vehicle reportedly left the scene heading south. Law enforcement checked nearby cameras and surrounding areas for the suspected vehicle.

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N Jefferson St, Salem, IL 62881
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