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Emergency Incidents
Traffic stop on Allen Street in Amherst
Traffic
Allen St, Amherst, MA 01002
As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer requested a traffic CAD for a possible vehicle stop on Allen Street in Amherst, with the vehicle’s license plate to be sent through the mobile data terminal.
Traffic stop on East Pleasant Street
Traffic
E Pleasant St, Amherst, MA
As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer conducted a possible traffic stop near East Pleasant Street and a nearby intersection in Amherst, in front of a business.
Cars towed from no-parking zone on Phillips Street
Traffic
Phillips St, Amherst, MA 01002
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are requested to address a reported parking enforcement issue near Phillips Street and Helen Street, where cars in a tow zone need to be tagged and towed.
Protesters banging on doors at Amherst residence
Disturbance
N Pleasant St, Amherst, MA 01002
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported disturbance near North Pleasant Street in Amherst, where a resident reported protesters banging on doors and windows. UMP was staging nearby for possible support.
21-year-old male having seizure at Amherst College dorm
Medical Emergency
N Campus Dr, Amherst, MA 01002
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a possible seizure involving a 21-year-old man at a dormitory at Amherst College. Engine One and Medic Two were dispatched, and Medic Three was held in quarters.
College age female under section 12 at Amherst College
Medical Emergency
College St, Amherst, MA 01002
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical crews were dispatched to a possible mental health emergency involving a college-age woman at a dormitory on College Street at Amherst College. The call referenced an involuntary psychiatric evaluation under section 12.
74-year-old man with abdominal pain at Station Rd
Medical Emergency
Station Rd, Amherst, MA 01002
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical crews were dispatched to a location near Station Road in Amherst for a possible medical call involving a 74-year-old man with abdominal pain.
Toddler conscious after head injury near Pelham Road home
Medical Emergency
Pelham Rd, Amherst, MA 01002
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were sent to a medical call near Pelham Road for a young child who reportedly fell and hit his head on a chair. The child was reported to be conscious.
Commercial alarm with front door open
Break-In
Research Dr, Amherst, MA 01002
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a possible commercial burglary alarm at a business on Research Drive after the alarm company reported the front door open and an alarm zone active.
Burnt food triggers fire alarm at Pine Street home
Fire
Pine St, Amherst, MA 01002
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported fire alarm activation at a residence on Pine Street in Pine Hollow. An elderly woman reportedly burned food, set off the alarm, and could not reset it. Engine 2 arrived at a two-story wood-frame home, found nothing showing, and began investigating.
Man with numbness and tingling in neck and arm
Medical Emergency
Woodlot Rd, Amherst, MA 01002
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical crews were dispatched to a home near Woodlot Road in Amherst for a reported 50-year-old man with numbness and tingling in his neck and arm.
Disabled vehicle blocking traffic on Main Street
Traffic
Main St & Triangle St, Amherst, MA 01002
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers respond to a disabled vehicle reportedly blocking a travel lane near the DMV at Triangle Street and Main Street, with a request for expedited towing or removal.
Report of underage girl driving near bus stop
Suspicious Activity
Olympia Dr, Amherst, MA 01002
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers discussed a report of a possible concern about a seventh-grade girl driving a vehicle near a bus stop in the Olympia Drive area. The reporting party was at an apartment in the area, and officers referenced the vehicle's owner and last known operator for follow-up.
Report of middle school child driving pickup truck
Missing Person
Olympia Dr, Amherst, MA 01002
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to an apartment complex near Olympia Drive after a caller reported a possible juvenile driving a white pickup truck. The caller said the vehicle was associated with another resident and had video for police review.
Resident complaint over smoking outside building
Disturbance
University Dr, Amherst, MA 01002
As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer responded to a resident complaint about a 60-year-old man smoking outside near University Drive in Amherst. The man was contacted, complied with the request, and left the property.
Resident complaint about person in yards
Suspicious Activity
S Sunset Ave, Amherst, MA 01002
As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer responded to a resident complaint about a woman with a history of reportedly wandering through yards near South Sunset Avenue in Amherst and planned to speak with her.
Elderly woman repeatedly crossing backyard
Other Incidents
Brigham Ln, Amherst, MA 01002
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to a home on Brigham Lane in Amherst for a reported complaint that an elderly woman was repeatedly walking through a resident’s backyard.
Disabled vehicle on North Pleasant Street
Traffic
Governors Dr, Amherst, MA
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to the area of North Pleasant Street and Governor’s Drive in Amherst for a reported disabled black Jeep Wrangler. The vehicle’s license plate and operator information were relayed by radio for verification.
22-year-old male has flu-like symptoms at apartment
Medical Emergency
N Pleasant St, Amherst, MA 01002
As discussed during the dispatch call, medic 3 was dispatched to an apartment at a residential complex on North Pleasant Street for a 22-year-old man with possible flu-like symptoms.
27-year-old woman with chest pain at UMass
Medical Emergency
Infirmary Way, Amherst, MA 01003
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a medical call at a campus clinic on Infirmary Way for a reported 27-year-old woman with chest pain. Medic and engine units were dispatched and one engine was later reported on scene.
