Crime at ROYAL BLVD / RUTH DR on 06/16/2026 8:32 PM
Type: Other
Date: 06/16/2026 8:32 PM
Description: Welfare Investigation. Disclaimer: This report is from the Elgin Police calls for service. Information may be subject to change.
Address: ROYAL BLVD / RUTH DR, Elgin, IL
Case Number: 2026-00034860
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