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City of Chicago officials, including the Mayor’s Office and the Chicago Police Department, provided written and verbal briefings this week on measures being taken to enhance safety and security through the extended holiday weekend.

Specific Measures

Safety Tips During or Near Protest Activity

As always, if you “See Something, Say Something.” For life-threatening emergencies, call 911. To report suspicious activity, call 855-RPRT-2-S4 (855-777-8274).

Titan Security continues to monitor the status of the Georgia murder trial in the death of Ahmaud Arbery. New information will be posted as it is received and vetted.

Update 1: As of the evening of Monday, November 22, closing arguments have been completed by both the prosecution and the defense. Brief rebuttal arguments are expected on Tuesday, November 23, and the jury could begin formal deliberations that same afternoon.

A coalition of activist groups have announced a planned protest on the evening of any verdict announcement, commencing at 6:00pm in Federal Plaza (230 S Dearborn). We will continue to monitor for additional demonstration activity.

Update 2: As of 10:45am Central time on Tuesday, November 23, the jury has begun formal deliberations in Brunswick, Georgia. We will continue to monitor multiple sources for updates, while any specific timeframes rest largely in the hands of the 12 jurors. We continue to anticipate a protest in Federal Plaza at 6:00pm on the evening of any verdict announcement.

Update 3: As of the evening of Tuesday, November 23, the jury has concluded deliberations for the day. Per law enforcement sources, the jury will reconvene to deliberate for a half day on Wednesday, November 24. If no verdict(s) has been reached by midday, they will break for the Thanksgiving holiday, and return for a full day of deliberation on Friday, November 26.

Update 4: As of midday on Wednesday, November 24, the jury in Georgia returned guilty verdicts in 23 of the 27 charges facing the defendants, including multiple counts of felony murder. A sentencing date is pending. As a result, any scheduled demonstrations are more likely to be nonconfrontational in nature. Titan Security continues to monitor the situation both nationally and locally.

Anticipated Demonstration Activity

11/24 @ 6:00pm, 230 S Dearborn (Federal Plaza), Group will gather for their cause “Ahmaud Arbery Murder Trial”

Safety Tips In/Near Protest Activity

Additional Resources

As always, if you “See Something, Say Something.” For life-threatening emergencies, call 911. To report suspicious activity, call 855-RPRT-2-S4 (855-777-8274).

Titan Security continues to closely monitor pending demonstration activities, and planned special events, in or near the Chicago Loop. Please see a current list of anticipated events below for your reference.

Anticipated Demonstrations/Events

Notes/Analysis

* = Two separate protests are expected for the evening of any verdict announcement in the Rittenhouse trial; online interest is light/modest thus far

** = Competing demonstrations between right-wing anti-vaccine group and left-wing counterprotesters; turnout for previous occurrences involving these groups has been low

Safety Tips During or Near Protest Activity

As always, if you “See Something, Say Something.” For life-threatening emergencies, call 911. To report suspicious activity, call 855-RPRT-2-S4 (855-777-8274).

Titan Security is a proud participant in the leadership of the BOMA/Chicago Preparedness Committee, dedicated to the safety of highrise commercial structures in the City of Chicago. Minutes from the most recent monthly meeting of the group are shared below.

The murder trial of Antioch teen Kyle Rittenhouse is nearing its conclusion in Kenosha, Wisconsin.

Update 1: As of Thursday, November 11, the defense team had rested its case. Final arguments are anticipated on Monday, November 15, and the trial could go to the jury at that time. Titan Security will continue to closely monitor events in Wisconsin, and any related protest or demonstration activity in the Chicago area.

Update 2: As of Tuesday, November 16, the jury has officially started deliberations. There is no immediate indication indicating a verdict outcome, a hung jury, etc. The judge in the case has promised “at least” one hour of notice prior to any verdict announcement(s) being made. Two protests in the Chicago area have been announced for the evening of any verdict announcement – one in Millennium Park and one in Federal Plaza.

Update 3: As of the evening of Thursday, November 18, the jury in Kenosha has concluded its third day of deliberations without reaching a formal verdict. Jurors have been dismissed for the night and will resume deliberations on the morning of Friday, November 19.

Update 4: As of midday on Friday, November 19, the jury in the Kyle Rittenhouse has returned verdicts of not guilty on all five counts faced by the defendant. Again, Rittenhouse has been acquitted on all counts. We will continue to closely monitor any local impacts to Titan’s service area and Client sites.

Safety Tips In/Near Protest Activity

Additional Resources

As always, if you “See Something, Say Something.” For life-threatening emergencies, call 911. To report suspicious activity, call 855-RPRT-2-S4 (855-777-8274).

Titan Security continues to partner with law enforcement and professional security organizations to monitor upcoming protest/demonstration activity and special events. An updated listing, with notes and analysis, is presented here.

Anticipated Demonstration/Event Activity

Notes/Analysis

Safety Tips During or Near Protest Activity

As always, if you “See Something, Say Something.” For life-threatening emergencies, call 911. To report suspicious activity, call 855-RPRT-2-S4 (855-777-8274).

Titan Security has been notified of a range of upcoming protests and demonstrations in or near the Chicago Loop. We continue to monitor the following activity.

Anticipated Demonstrations In or Near the Loop

Safety Tips In or Near Protest Activity

As always, if you “See Something, Say Something.” For life-threatening emergencies, call 911. To report suspicious activity, call 855-RPRT-2-S4 (855-777-8274).

The annual Hot Chocolate Run returns to Grant Park on Sunday, November 7, 2021. Please see the attached details for the race course, and for associated street closures in and around the Loop.

Hot Chocolate 15K/5K Race Route for 11/07

ALTERNATE ACCESS TO LOOP
The Loop will be accessible by the following streets from Upper Wacker Dr. and
North of the Chicago River:

INBOUND
Upper Wacker Dr.
Clark St.
State St.
Michigan Ave.
Upper Columbus Dr.

OUTBOUND
Upper Wacker Dr.
Dearborn St.
State St.
Michigan Ave.
Upper Columbus Dr.

Location, Location, Location: Don’t Be Surprised

Certain areas make it easier for carjackers to engage with you. Drivers should be aware of the following frequent carjacking locations:

Scenarios: Be Aware

Bump and Run

Stranded Motorist

Safety Tips: Think Ahead

Always be aware of your surroundings. Make it a habit to enter your car, lock your doors immediately and drive away. Look around for suspicious persons sitting in vehicles or loitering in the area before entering your vehicle.

Create a Smart 911 profile and include your vehicle information.

If You Are The Victim Of A Carjacking

Download Carjacking Prevention Tips Flyer

Chicago Police Vehicular Hijacking Task Force

Expanded in 2021, the Vehicular Hijacking Task Force consists of Chicago Police, Cook County Sheriffs, Illinois State Police, and federal law enforcement professionals who specialize in the investigation of robbery and violent crime cases, dedicated to the vehicle hijacking incidents in Chicago.

You can contact the Vehicle Hijacking Task Force by email at [email protected] – or – you can submit videos, photos and detailed descriptions of the events, people involved and other information relevant to investigations at CPDtip.com.

You can choose to remain anonymous or to provide your contact information for future contact if needed. Click here to get started.

As always, if you “See Something, Say Something.” For life-threatening emergencies, call 911. To report suspicious activity, call 855-RPRT-2-S4 (855-777-8274).

In partnership with our law enforcement and public safety partners, please find an updated list of anticipated demonstration activity in or near the Loop.

Safety Tips During or Near Protest Activity

As always, if you “See Something, Say Something.” For life-threatening emergencies, call 911. To report suspicious activity, call 855-RPRT-2-S4 (855-777-8274).