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Emergency Incidents
Car hits fence on Dearing Ford Road, no injuries
Traffic
Dearing Ford Rd, Altavista, VA 24517
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency units were dispatched to a motor vehicle accident in the (number withheld) block of Dearingford Road, where a vehicle reportedly went through a fence. Injuries and possible fluids were initially unknown, but later radio traffic indicated the driver did not need EMS and responding units were canceled.
Traffic stop on Main Street in Altavista
Traffic
Main St, Altavista, VA 24517
As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer conducted a traffic stop on Main Street near exit 76 involving a gray 2019 GMC SUV. The vehicle’s license status was reported as negative.
Stolen Hyundai stopped on Route 29 in Altavista
Traffic
US-29, Altavista, VA
As discussed during the dispatch call, deputies conducted a traffic stop on Route 29 southbound near the first Altavista exit involving a silver Hyundai. Radio traffic indicated the vehicle may be a stolen car reported from another county, and another unit responded to assist.
Sick patient reported at UVA Dialysis in Altavista
Medical Emergency
5th St Suite 102, Altavista, VA 24517
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical crews were dispatched to a possible sick patient at a dialysis clinic near Fifth Street. One medic unit was cleared from the call and another unit was reassigned to respond.
Truck fire near Route 43 exit ramp
Fire
VA-43, Altavista, VA
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic describes a fire involving a tractor-trailer near the Route 43 exit ramp. Command later reports the fire is out, the tractor has been separated from the trailer, and crews are waiting for a tow truck to handle the tractor.
Pregnant woman in labor near Melinda Drive
Medical Emergency
Melinda Dr, Altavista, VA 24517
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a reported labor emergency involving a pregnant woman at a home near Melinda Drive. The patient was described as being in active labor with contractions about one minute apart and water not yet broken.
Pregnant woman in labor with contractions at home
Medical Emergency
Melinda Dr, Altavista, VA 24517
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were sent to a home near Melinda Drive for a pregnant woman in labor with contractions about one minute apart. The report also indicated the patient was acting violently.
Traffic stop on blue Buick at Bedford and 7th
Traffic
7th St & Bedford Ave, Altavista, VA 24517
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop near Bedford Avenue and 7th Street at a local business involving a blue Buick. The vehicle registration and driver’s license status were checked during the stop.
Welfare check for elderly man with medical history
Medical Emergency
School St, Altavista, VA 24517
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to check on an 83-year-old man who lives alone near School Street after a relative requested a welfare check. The man reportedly has a medical history and had not been seen since the previous evening.
Pickup truck occupant approached door, then left
Suspicious Person
Gladys Rd, Altavista, VA 24517
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of a possible suspicious person near Gladys Road in Altavista. A caller reported that a pickup truck pulled into her driveway, a subject approached the door, and then the vehicle left toward Altavista. The caller did not request further contact unless law enforcement was involved.
Reckless driver stopped on US 29 near Clarion Road
Traffic
US 29 and Clarion Road, Altavista, Virginia 24517, United States
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers followed a vehicle reportedly driving erratically near Bedford and Route 29, then conducted a traffic stop on Route 29 North near the Lynch Mill exit in Campbell County. The stop involved a possible impaired or reckless driver in a bronze Ford.
Accidental 911 call at Amherst Avenue residence
Other Non-Crime Event
Amherst Ave, Altavista, VA 24517
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported 911 hang-up plotted near Amherst Avenue. They contacted two juveniles behind a nearby residence who said everything was okay and that the call was accidental.
Patient reported sick near Amherst Avenue
Medical Emergency
Amherst Ave D10, Altavista, VA 24517
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical personnel were dispatched to an apartment on Amherst Avenue in Altavista for a possible medical emergency involving a sick patient.
Unresponsive patient near Lynch Mill Road
Medical Emergency
Lynch Mill Rd, Altavista, VA 24517
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical units were dispatched to a possible unresponsive patient at a home near Lynchmill Road in Campbell County, Virginia. Additional responders were also sent to a separate sick patient call near Treadway Circle off Suburban Road.
Residential fire alarm reported as accidental
Fire
Holly Hills Dr, Altavista, VA 24517
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire and medical crews were dispatched to a possible residential fire alarm activation with basement smoke near Holly Hills Drive. The alarm company later reported the activation as accidental.
Single vehicle overturned crash on Wards Road
Traffic
Wards Rd, Altavista, VA 24517
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a reported single-vehicle crash with a possible overturned vehicle and unknown injuries near Wards Road in Altavista.
Teens reported trespassing in backyard with dog near 10th Street
Break-In
10th St, Altavista, VA 24517
As discussed during the dispatch call, a caller reported two male teenagers trespassing in a backyard near 10th Street with a gray and white pit bull; they reportedly left the area.
Fight reported outside business on Amherst Avenue
Assault Report
Amherst Ave, Altavista, VA 24517
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported fight near Amherst Avenue in Altavista involving two men and two women. The group reportedly left in a white Subaru with a specific Virginia license plate and was last seen heading north on Main Street.
Kids reported throwing rocks near 11th Street
Disturbance
11th St E, Altavista, VA 24517
As discussed during the dispatch call, caller requested an officer check/ride-through near 11th Street after children were reported playing earlier and throwing rocks, including at each other. No damage was reported and the children were no longer outside at the time of the call.
53-year-old with altered mental status from medication overdose
Medical Emergency
Lambs Church Rd, Altavista, VA 24517
As discussed during the dispatch call, medics and sheriff’s deputies responded to a possible medication overdose involving an adult with altered mental status near Lambs Church Road. The person was reportedly responsive but altered, and another person was on scene.
