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Emergency Incidents
Carbon monoxide alarm investigated at Phillips Hill home
Any Other Non-Crime Events
Phillips Hill, Adams, MA 01220
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were dispatched to a residence near Phillips Hill in Adams for a possible carbon monoxide issue after a caller reported an unfamiliar noise from a CO alarm. Adams fire units and cars responded to check the building.
Ongoing domestic dispute at Adams apartment
Domestic Dispute
Park St a, Adams, MA 01220
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a reported active domestic disturbance at an apartment on Park Street in Adams. A third-party caller reported that a tenant was involved, and officers were advised of prior disturbances at the location and a history of violence and firearms.
Caller reports attempted property damage at apartment
Property Damage
Spring St, Adams, MA 01220
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to assist with a reported property damage incident at an apartment on Spring Street in Adams. A caller who sounded intoxicated reported someone trying to destroy property, but the situation later calmed down and the person was no longer damaging property.
35-year-old man breathing difficulty at 75 Commercial St
Medical Emergency
Commercial St, Adams, MA 01220
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a possible medical issue at a mill house on Commercial Street in Adams involving a 35-year-old man with reported difficulty breathing.
Man with severe breathing and speaking difficulty in apartment
Medical Emergency
Commercial St, Adams, MA 01220
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical responders were dispatched to an apartment on Commercial Street in Adams for a 35-year-old man reportedly having severe difficulty breathing and speaking. A third-party caller reported the emergency, and EMS requested possible police assistance if needed.
Stolen ladder reported near Howland Avenue in Adams
Theft Report
Howland Ave, Adams, MA 01220
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are looking for a callback about a possible stolen ladder and related footage left near Howland Avenue in Adams, Massachusetts.
Traffic stop on Park Street in Adams
Traffic
Park St, Adams, MA 01220
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a motor vehicle stop on Park Street near a credit union involving a red Dodge SUV with a Massachusetts license plate.
Medical alarm activation with no response at apartment
Medical Emergency
Commercial St, Adams, MA 01220
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a possible medical emergency at an apartment on Commercial Street in Adams after a medical alarm activated with no response.
Complaint about barking dog near Park Street
Disturbance
Pleasant St, Adams, MA 01220
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a possible disturbance involving a barking dog near Park Street, reportedly behind a business called Custom Cycle. An officer was asked to speak with a person about quieting the dog.
Vehicle hits fire hydrant on East Mountain Road
Traffic
E Mountain Rd, Adams, MA 01220
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic describes a vehicle-related incident near East Mountain Road in Adams involving a commercial vehicle. A fire hydrant was reported completely dislocated from its position with no water flowing, and the water department was requested to respond. A separate call mentions a lift assist near the same road.
Combative patient lifted with police and fire assistance
Medical Emergency
E Mountain Rd, Adams, MA 01220
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a medical call near East Mountain Road in Adams, Massachusetts, for a patient who was reportedly somewhat combative. Police and fire units were requested to help safely carry or lift the patient out of the location.
Report of erratic driver on Route 8 in Adams
Traffic
MA-8, Adams, MA
As discussed during the dispatch call, a caller reported a gray or bluish Toyota Highlander driving erratically northbound on Route 8 near Whitney’s Farm and Green Acres in Adams. Troopers checked the area but did not find the vehicle, and the complaint was reported as unfounded.
Husband threatens to kill spouse at Gilead Street home
Domestic Dispute
Gilead St, Adams, MA 01220
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a possible domestic dispute near Gilead Street in Adams, where a caller reported her husband had kicked her out of the home and threatened to kill her. The caller had already left the residence and was at a nearby Cumberland Farms, where a unit was sent to meet her. The incident was noted as related to a previous domestic dispute in Lenox.
Small campfire reported near Harmony Street field
Fire
Harmony St, Adams, MA 01220
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews and forest wardens responded to a reported outdoor campfire near the ball fields and rail trail by Harmony Street in Adams. They found a small campfire and began investigating. A separate call reported an elderly man who fell at a residence on Pine Street with unknown injuries.
Phone or cable line down on East Road
Utility Hazard
East Road, Adams, MA 01220
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a report of downed wires on East Road in Adams. A unit on scene reported the line appeared to be a phone or cable line.
Wires down reported on East Road in Adams
Fire
East Road, Adams, MA 01220
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers received a report of wires down near East Road, with wires connected between poles but lying on the ground. Fire crews were sent to check the area. In a separate call, a man sitting by the roadside near Miss Hall’s was checked on after saying he was hungry and was taken to a restaurant for food.
Parents refuse to leave adult child’s apartment
Domestic Dispute
Park St, Adams, MA 01220
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a reported unwanted party at an apartment on Park Street in Adams, where a caller said her parents would not leave after being asked multiple times.
Welfare check for student absent from school
Missing Person
Bobs Hill, Adams, MA 01220
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to a home near Bob's Hill to check on a student after the school reported she had not been attending for several weeks.
Erratic blue van reported on Route 116 and nearby roads
Traffic
MA-116 & Commercial St, Adams, MA 01220
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a report of a possible erratic driver in a blue Ford Transit van near Commercial Street and Route 116 in Adams, Massachusetts. The vehicle was reportedly unable to stay in its lane and was last seen heading northbound.
Patient evaluation near Graylock Apartments in Adams
Medical Emergency
Myrtle St, Adams, MA 01220
As discussed during the dispatch call, police are requested to assist with a possible medical evaluation at an apartment building on Myrtle Street in Adams.
