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🌱 Patch AM: Woman Cut With Knife, 2 DUI Arrests: Des Plaines Police Blotter

And check out IKEA Frank Mots Int'l Kite Festival on the Des Plaines Patch calendar

Wednesday September 9th Patch AM (Patch graphic)

Hi there, Des Plaines! We've got your morning read ready! Read on to stay connected. β˜•οΈοΈ

In today's newsletter:

  • Knife attack, DUIs and burglaries reported across Des Plaines neighborhoods

Also on today's calendar: IKEA Frank Mots Int'l Kite Festival and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the burglar wear blue gloves? πŸ€” (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Couple of thunderstorms, with a high of 82 and low of 66 degrees.
  • Thursday: Clouds breaking; less humid, temps: high: 78, low: 59.
  • Friday: Plenty of sunshine, with a high of 81 and low of 64 degrees.

πŸ“° News we're reading

β€’ Woman Cut With Knife, 2 DUI Arrests: Des Plaines Police Blotter (patch.com) β€” Residents in Des Plaines can see how local police recently handled a series of incidents, including an alleged knife attack on a 67-year-old woman, multiple DUI arrests, and a residential burglary. The blotter details where these events occurred around town, from Walter Avenue and Pearson Street to Des Plaines River Road, along with several arrests for revoked licenses, protection order violations, and an outstanding warrant.
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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: So he wouldn't get caught red handed. (Thank you Vicki B. for sending it in!)
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