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Harlem-Roscoe Firefighters responded to a propane grill on fire July 13th on Harrison St. in Roscoe.
Damage was contained to the grill and outside wall of the garage.
No one was injured
Sources are reporting a structure fire in Beloit.
It happened around 3:30 pm today in the 1200 block of Harrison ave in Beloit.
There is a structure fire near this location.
A MABAS 10-11 to the box level was toned out, several fire departments are responding.
Still developing
Sources are reporting a rollover accident.
It happened on Harrison ave near the post office.
Reports of a vehicle that has rolled onto its side.
Possible extrication needed. Injuries were being reported.
They are diverting traffic, avoid the area
Sources are reporting a scene on the East side.
Sources are reporting there is a scene near the apartment complexes near the Mcdonalds on Harrison ave, near Alpine.
We have been told there was a robbery. But that is not yet confirmed.
Sources said at least 10 squad cars are on scene.
No other information at this time.
Sources are reporting several scenes in the Rockford area.
The first scene is around foster on Rockford Westside. Several police officers in a police K-9 are searching the area. We have been told that it was a robbery, but is not yet confirmed. And the suspects fled in the area on foot.
The second scene is on Rockford Eastside just north of the Swedish American Hospital near the Rockford Police Department neighborhood strong house. Reports of at least 10 police cars around scene and have a truck surrounded.
We’ve been told that it was a shooting scene but as you know we cannot confirm anything due to police encryption and the Rockford Police Department have yet to release any information.
The third scene is near Alpine and Harrison at least three gunshots were heard. We’ve been told that there are injuries, but not yet confirmed.
Fourth scene at the Whitman st bridge. A black male had is leg over the railing and it appeared he may be jumping into the Rock River. Emergency personnel arrived on scene but did not see the man, so they went back in service.
No suspect information on any of these at this time
UPDATE:
An elderly woman was hit by a vehicle while crossing the road. She is confirmed dead on the scene.
Sources are reporting a possible fatal accident in Rockford.
It happened just before 5 PM today in the area of South Main and Harrison. Reports are saying is just south of this location.
A pedestrian was hit by a vehicle near this location.
It is reported to be an elderly female victim, but not yet confirmed.
Injuries were being reported.
Unconfirmed reports are saying the victim has passed away.
You want to avoid this area for a while, While police do their investigation.
This is still developing
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Sources are reporting a pedestrian has been hit by a vehicle in Rockford.
It happened around 2:45 pm today in the area of Harrison ave and 20th.
A black male was laying on the ground after being hit by a vehicle. The vehicle stopped at the scene along with another vehicle that helped to assist.
Unknown on the severity of the injuries.
Sources are reporting 2 bad accidents in the area.
Both accidents are reporting injuries. One of the scenes was reporting multiple injuries. Unknown on the severity of the injuries.
There is a large power outage in the Winnebago County area. Unknown if this may have played a factor in either of these accidents. Remember if the lights are out, TO TREAT IT AS A 4 WAY STOP!
UPDATE: Great news! He was located!
Missing Child In Rockford
A 4 year old child is missing in Rockford. It happened around 9 pm tonight near Middlebury in Rockford. That is near Harrison and Alpine.
Police have not released any information or photos.
The missing 4 year old child is a black male, 4 years old, wearing a pink shirt and khaki pants.
Two Rockford men face drug charges following an attempted traffic stop. On Tuesday, June 4, 2019 approximately 11:30 PM the Rockford police observed a vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed westbound on Harrison Avenue near 11th St.
Officers attempted to conduct a traffic stop at South Main but the driver fled from the officers. The vehicle eventually stopped on Clifton Ave. near Blackhawk Avenue. A passenger later identified as Jerome Garrett (31 years old) Got out of the vehicle and fled on foot. He was taken into custody a short time later.
The driver 39-year-old Charles Lewis stayed with the vehicle and was also taken into custody.
During the investigations officers recovered a plastic bag containing more than 40 pills believed to be ecstasy. Several white rocks believed to be cocaine and a small amount of marijuana and cash.
The Winnebago County states Attorney’s office reviewed the case and authorize the charges below:
Jerome Gary: possession with intent to deliver cocaine, Possession with intent to deliver a controlled substance, resisting and obstructing a police officer.
Charles Lewis: possession with intent to deliver cocaine, possession with intent to deliver a controlled substance, fleeing to elude
Lewis also faces several other traffic charges and a citation for the marijuana. Garrett and Lewis were lodged in the Winnebago County jail. The charges against these two men are merely accusations are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law
