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Emergency Incidents
Truck slides under tractor trailer, no injuries
Traffic
Lynch Mill Rd & Main St, Altavista, VA 24517
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers reported a motor vehicle crash at Main Street and Lynch Mill Road involving a tractor trailer and a truck. The truck reportedly hydroplaned and went underneath the tractor trailer. The caller reported no injuries, unknown fluids, and that the road was blocked. Responding units later reported one vehicle under the trailer, all occupants out, and no injuries while investigating.
Traffic stop on Main Street in Altavista
Traffic
Main St, Altavista, VA 24517
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop at a gas station on Main Street involving a black 2016 Chevy. A second unit arrived to assist from the Clarington Road ramp on 29 northbound.
Diabetic emergency near Amherst Avenue in Altavista
Medical Emergency
Amherst Ave, Altavista, VA 24517
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical responders were dispatched to a location near Amherst Avenue for a possible diabetic emergency.
Person with difficulty breathing at Avondale Drive
Medical Emergency
Avondale Dr, Altavista, VA 24517
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical responders were dispatched to a home near Avondale Drive for a possible priority medical emergency involving difficulty breathing.
Two-vehicle crash reported at Autumn Care facility
Traffic
Lola Ave, Altavista, VA 24517
As discussed during the dispatch call, a two-vehicle crash was reported near Lilac Avenue at a care facility, with one vehicle possibly located near a nearby church. Dispatch indicated no reported injuries and no fluids in the roadway.
Suspicious person reported at church on Lynch Mill Rd
Suspicious Activity
Lynch Mill Rd, Altavista, VA 24517
As discussed during the dispatch call, a caller reported a suspicious man near a church on Lynch Mill Road. The man, described as a white male in a green coat and hat, was last seen near the front door walking toward town and may now be in the nearby woods. Deputies were asked to check on him.
88-year-old woman falls at Autumn Care facility
Medical Emergency
Lola Ave, Altavista, VA 24517
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical crews are dispatched to a care facility on Lola Avenue for a possible fall involving an 88-year-old woman.
Vehicle taken and not returned in Altavista
Stolen Vehicle
Riverview Ct, Altavista, VA 24517
As discussed during the dispatch call, a caller reported a possible vehicle theft near Riverview Court, stating that another person took the vehicle about six days earlier and has not returned it.
Man reportedly tried to hit boyfriend with hammer
Assault Report
Amherst Ave, Altavista, VA 24517
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of a possible assault at an apartment on Amherst Avenue, where a cousin allegedly tried to hit a complainant’s boyfriend with a hammer. Deputies responded, contacted subjects and a vehicle, and requested EMS for reported assault injuries at the same location.
Noise complaint over loud music at gas station
Disturbance
Wards Rd, Altavista, VA 24517
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported noise complaint at a gas station on Lodge Road, where a gray Chevy pickup was reportedly blasting music at the pumps and the driver was not an employee.
Trespassing complaint at business on Avondale Drive
Suspicious Activity
Avondale Dr, Altavista, VA 24517
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a report of a suspicious person possibly trespassing at a business on Avondale Drive. An employee reported a man going around a gate and fence, and officers checked the area before the person reportedly left and the call was cleared.
Traffic stop for prior revoked license and inspection
Traffic
Clarion Rd, Altavista, VA 24517
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop in a fast food restaurant parking lot in Altavista, Virginia, involving an orange Dodge sedan. The driver was checked for a suspended license, and the vehicle reportedly had an inspection issue and prior citations for driving with a revoked license.
Traffic stop in Walmart parking lot in Altavista
Traffic
Clarion Rd, Altavista, VA 24517
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop in a Walmart parking lot near Clarion Road in Altavista, Virginia, involving a tan 2001 Chevy four-door. The driver’s license was reported as negative plus five during the stop.
Suspicious person claims to be storm inspector
Suspicious Activity
Myrtle Ln, Altavista, VA 24517
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a report of a suspicious person walking near Myrtle Lane in Altavista. The person was described as a man with dreadlocks wearing a (description withheld) and dark blue pants, claiming to be a certified storm inspector. An officer later made contact with the subject near another location on Myrtle Lane and checked a vehicle license plate.
Person fallen at English Park soccer fields
Medical Emergency
English Park, 206 Pittsylvania Ave, Altavista, VA 24517
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a possible fall at English Park near the soccer fields on 3rd Street. Medic 82 was dispatched from the station and unit 612 reported arriving on scene.
Trash pileup at locked dumpsters in Altavista
Other Incidents
Dearing Ford Rd, Altavista, VA 24517
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a complaint about locked dumpster gates at a landfill near Dearing Ford Road in Altavista, with trash piled outside the gates. The dispatcher attempted to contact the landfill and reached an automated system.
Unresponsive patient with possible allergic reaction at residence
Medical Emergency
Oak Ridge Dr, Altavista, VA 24517
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical crews were dispatched to a home near Oak Ridge Drive in Altavista for a priority call involving an unresponsive person with a possible allergic reaction.
