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Emergency Incidents
19-year-old female sick after taking edible at dorm
Medical Emergency
John Adams Hall, Fearing St, Amherst, MA 01002
As discussed during the dispatch call, medic 3 was dispatched to a dormitory on Fearing Street for a reported 19-year-old woman who took an edible and is feeling sick and vomiting. She is awake and breathing.
Minor crash near Bangs Community Center
Traffic
Boltwood Walk, Amherst, MA 01002
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported motor vehicle accident near the Bangs Community Center on Boltwood Walk. The crash involved a vehicle described as a 1996 Mazda MX-5, and no injuries were reported.
Fire alarm at Crampton Dormitory at UMass
Fire
Crampton Hall, Amherst, MA 01003
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were dispatched to a possible fire alarm activation at a dormitory near Sunset Avenue at UMass.
Welfare check on male sleeping on bench in Amherst
Medical Emergency
S Pleasant St, Amherst, MA 01002
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were asked to conduct a welfare check on a man reportedly sleeping on a bench near South Pleasant Street by a bank and a former business location.
Search for missing nonverbal person last seen running toward middle school
Missing Person
Chestnut St, Amherst, MA 01002
As discussed during the dispatch call, police responded after an employee reported a missing nonverbal client (name withheld) last seen running up Chestnut Street toward the middle school. Units searched the surrounding area, including nearby playgrounds (Wildwood area mentioned).
61-year-old woman vomiting at Amherst apartment
Medical Emergency
E Pleasant St, Amherst, MA 01002
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical crews responded to a reported vomiting incident involving a 61-year-old woman at an apartment in a Village Park complex on East Pleasant Street in Amherst.
Man reportedly using drugs in alley on North Pleasant Street
Substance Use
N Pleasant St, Amherst, MA 01002
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to check a report of a bearded man in an alley between two buildings near North Pleasant Street who was possibly using narcotics. The caller said children would be arriving soon for appointments and was concerned about safety.
Motor vehicle crash with dizzy driver at UMass lot
Traffic
Commonwealth Ave, Amherst, MA 01002
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a reported motor vehicle accident in a parking lot at a university on Commonwealth Avenue in Amherst, Massachusetts. A college-age woman reportedly felt dizzy after the crash. Medic 3 arrived on scene and advised that Engine 1 could cancel its response.
Utility work closes access to Carriage Lane
Road Closure
Carriage Ln, Amherst, MA 01002
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic indicates a possible road closure near Carriage Lane and the rotary, with utility crews shutting down the area and later reopening a lane for residents.
Patient with bed sores receives EMS at Amherst apartment
Medical Emergency
West St, Amherst, MA 01002
As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS units were dispatched to an apartment on West Street in Amherst for a possible medical issue involving a patient with bed sores.
Downed power line reported on Pomeroy Lane
Road Closure
Pomeroy Ln, Amherst, MA 01002
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers received multiple 911 calls about a possible downed power line and pole near Pomeroy Lane and West Street. The pole was reported to be on a front lawn rather than in the roadway, and police closed the road while requesting utility notification.
71-year-old female with hip pain after a fall
Medical Emergency
Country Corners Rd, Amherst, MA 01002
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical crews were dispatched to a location on Country Corners Road for a reported 71-year-old woman who fell earlier and is now having difficulty walking and experiencing hip pain.
Alarm at business on Main Street in Amherst
Break-In
above Fitness Center, 534 Main St 2nd Fl, Amherst, MA 01002
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a commercial alarm at a business near Main Street. A unit arrived on scene and noted a vehicle in the parking lot with a Massachusetts license plate.
Teen with altered mental state at Amherst Regional High School
Medical Emergency
Mattoon St, Amherst, MA 01002
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were sent to a high school on Matunuck Street in Amherst for a reported medical issue involving a juvenile male with altered mental status and aggressive behavior. Police were already on scene and medical units responded to the location.
Teenager aggressive and threatening in school library
Medical Emergency
Mattoon St, Amherst, MA 01002
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers respond to a possible disturbance at a high school in Amherst involving a juvenile male in crisis who is reportedly acting aggressively, eating non-edible items, standing on a windowsill, and making threats against himself and others.
Man reports back pain at Amherst apartment
Medical Emergency
Summer St, Amherst, MA 01002
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical crews were dispatched to a residence near Summer Street in Mill Hollow for a reported 59-year-old man with back pain. Multiple medic units responded to the scene.
30-year-old male reports chest pain at grocery store
Medical Emergency
University Dr, Amherst, MA 01002
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews are responding to a possible medical emergency involving a 30-year-old man with chest pain at a grocery store on University Drive.
Employee with chest pain at Big Y grocery store
Medical Emergency
University Dr, Amherst, MA 01002
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to Big Y on University Drive for a reported employee with chest pain, located out front by the registers.
Officers stand by during move after dispute with landlord
Domestic Dispute
Beston St, Amherst, MA 01002
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were requested to assist a couple at an apartment on Beston Street in Amherst while they retrieved their belongings after a reported restraining order involving the landlord was lifted. The couple requested an officer present due to possible concerns about the landlord after previous altercations.
Intoxicated person stumbling near North Pleasant Street
Substance Use
N Pleasant St, Amherst, MA 01002
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to check on a possibly intoxicated man stumbling near North Pleasant Street after a caller reported concern he might fall into the street.
