The 400 block of Ashland Avenue in Elgin turned into an active police scene Friday after officers responded to reports of gunfire, according to Elgin police. The incident was logged under case number EPD# 2026-21436. In their initial public update, officials did not release any information about possible injuries, suspects or arrests.
Police post and case details
The Elgin Police Department followed up on Saturday with a public post confirming that officers were dispatched to the 400 block of Ashland Avenue on Friday and that gunfire was verified at the scene. The department notes that its gunfire data is updated manually, with historical records available beginning in 2016. Incidents are cataloged under case numbers such as EPD# 2026-21436, but the public listing for this case does not include any victim information or an arrest at this time.
How Elgin tracks gunfire
Elgin tracks shots-fired incidents across the city as part of its crime reporting. Last year, the city recorded a record-low 24 shots-fired reports, the Daily Herald reported. That drop follows several years of targeted enforcement efforts and community programs focused on reducing gun violence.
How to report tips
Investigators are asking anyone with video, photos or other information related to the Ashland Avenue case to contact the department. Tips can be directed to the Major Investigations Division at 847-289-2600. Anonymous tips are also accepted through the City of Elgin’s tools, including texting 847411 (starting the message with “ELGINPD”) and using the online tip form, according to the City of Elgin…