A police investigation is now officially underway after actor Tara Reid reported being the victim of a suspected drugging at a Chicago-area hotel. The incident, which occurred over the weekend, has drawn significant attention and a swift response from local authorities.
Details of the Alleged Drugging
The Rosemont Public Safety Department confirmed that Reid filed a police report on Tuesday concerning a medical emergency that took place at the DoubleTree Hotel in Rosemont, Illinois. The incident was reported at approximately 12:39 a.m. on Sunday.
In a statement, the department acknowledged the severity of the allegations. “The Rosemont Public Safety Department understands the severity of the allegations being reported and are committed to investigating this incident fully,” the statement read. Authorities are currently in communication with the hotel to gather as much video surveillance as possible. The investigation remains open, and no further information is available at this time.
A representative for Reid, famous for her role as Vicky in “American Pie,” did not immediately comment but issued a separate statement noting the actor was “recovering” and requested privacy. The statement also contained a crucial public warning: “She also urges everyone to be careful, watch your drinks and never leave them unattended, as this can happen to anyone.”
Timeline of a Traumatic Event
Reid was in the Chicago area to make a scheduled appearance at the Chicago Sports Spectacular with her “American Pie” co-star, Thomas Ian Nicholas. News of the alleged incident first broke when TMZ published a video showing a disoriented Reid in the hotel lobby being assisted into a wheelchair. The clip later shows paramedics removing her from the hotel on a stretcher.
In an interview with TMZ, Reid provided a harrowing account of the evening. She stated she had ordered a glass of white wine from the hotel bar but stepped outside briefly for a cigarette. Upon her return, she noticed a napkin had been placed over her glass. “Without even finishing my drink, I just, like, passed out, and before I knew it, I was in the hospital, eight hours later,” she recalled. “I can’t even explain it, because I don’t even know what happened.”
Reid regained consciousness in the hospital, where doctors informed her she had been drugged. Despite the traumatic experience, she was released from the hospital in time to attend the Chicago Sports Spectacular as planned.
Aftermath and Public Safety Warning
Reid expressed her fear in the wake of the incident but also her gratitude for being in a public place with security personnel present to assist her. The event has highlighted the very real danger of drink tampering, a risk that Reid’s representative explicitly warned the public about.
The Rosemont police continue their investigation, focusing on gathering evidence from the hotel's surveillance systems. As the probe continues, this incident serves as a stark reminder for everyone to remain vigilant about their personal safety in social settings.
