Welfare check requested for erratic male with knives, Chatham IL


A welfare check was requested near Garvey Ln for a male acting erratically. He has a history of suicidal thoughts and takes medication. He does not have firearms but has access to kitchen knives. There are two friendly dogs in the home.
Audio|Source: Sangamon County Public Safety
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121. near Garvey Ln. Check on welfare.
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near Garvey Ln.
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Checking on the welfare of a (name withheld), 17 is the wife.
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She was just on the phone with him. He was acting very erratic, screaming and yelling. She couldn't understand what he says.
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He does have a history of suicidal ideation.
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He does take antidepressants and anti-anxiety meds.
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He does not have access to 32s, but does have access to the normal kitchen knives and whatnot.
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Also advise that there's two dogs in the home, they are friendly, but they will bark.
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Location mentioned:
Near Garvey Ln, Chatham, IL 62629
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