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Emergency Incidents
77-year-old female with safety concerns at care center
Medical Emergency
University Dr, Amherst, MA 01002
As discussed during the dispatch call, medic units were dispatched to an extended care center near University Drive in Amherst for a medical call involving an elderly woman reporting safety concerns and described as awake and talking.
Person kicks town hall handicap button and leaves area
Disturbance
Boltwood Ave, Amherst, MA 01002
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a complaint at a town hall where a person reportedly damaged an accessibility door button and then left on foot. The person was last seen walking along Main Street toward Sweetser Park, and officers searched the nearby park and Clark House area while a trespass request was discussed.
85-year-old woman fell out of bed in Amherst apartment
Medical Emergency
Greenleaves Dr Unit 504, Amherst, MA 01002
As discussed during the dispatch call, medic 3 was dispatched to an apartment on Green Leaves Drive in Amherst for a reported 85-year-old woman who fell out of bed and may have an unknown injury. The patient was reported to be awake.
80-year-old male falls, hits head, bleeds in apartment
Medical Emergency
University Dr, Amherst, MA 01002
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical crews were sent to an apartment at The Arbors on University Drive for a reported 80-year-old man who fell, hit his head, and was bleeding. He was reported to be conscious and alert, with staff present.
Two-car crash at Northampton Road and Hazel
Traffic
Northampton Rd & Hazel Ave, Amherst, MA 01002
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported two-car crash near Northampton Road and Hazel Avenue. They obtained both vehicle license plate numbers and requested information about the drivers.
70-year-old female having difficulty breathing at care center
Medical Emergency
University Dr, Amherst, MA 01002
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical and fire units were dispatched to a care facility on University Drive for a reported 70-year-old woman having difficulty breathing.
Fire alarm sounding at Montague Road apartment
Fire
Montague Rd #12a, Amherst, MA 01002
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a sounding alarm at a multifamily building near Montague Road. Units arrived to find a two-story building with no smoke or fire showing, and additional units were held or returned to service.
Female needing mental health evaluation at Grantwood Drive
Medical Emergency
Grantwood Dr, Amherst, MA 01002
As discussed during the dispatch call, medic units were dispatched to a location near Grantwood Drive in Amherst for a possible mental health emergency involving a 26-year-old woman, with police already on scene.
80-year-old woman falls, needs lift assist
Medical Emergency
Trillium Way, Amherst, MA 01002
As discussed during the dispatch call, medic One was dispatched to a home near Trillium Way for an 80-year-old woman who had fallen. Her husband requested help lifting her, and there were no apparent injuries reported.
Traffic stop for revoked registration in Amherst
Traffic
Colonial Village & Belchertown Rd, Amherst, MA 01002
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop near Belchertown Road and Colonial Village in Amherst involving a blue Honda Civic with a reportedly revoked registration for no insurance.
Traffic stop at Blue Hills and Northampton roads
Traffic
Blue Hills Rd & Northampton Rd, Amherst, MA 01002
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a possible traffic stop near Northampton Road and Blue Hills Road in Amherst involving a vehicle with a Massachusetts license plate.
Traffic stop on Northampton Road in Amherst
Traffic
Northampton Rd & Kendrick Pl, Amherst, MA 01002
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop near Northampton Road and Kendrick Place in Amherst. A vehicle’s registration was checked, and the driver was reported to have a suspended license. The unit later cleared the scene.
Traffic stop after crash in Cummings parking lot
Traffic
Unnamed Loop Back Trail, Amherst, MA 01002
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop in a parking lot on Old Town Road involving a blue Ford Focus. The registered owner was later reported to be coming out for an accident.
Woman having anxiety attack with breathing issues
Medical Emergency
E Pleasant St, Amherst, MA 01002
As discussed during the dispatch call, medic 3 was dispatched to an apartment at Village Park on East Pleasant Street for a 25-year-old woman reportedly having an anxiety attack with shaking, cold sweats, and shortness of breath. The unit responded and arrived on scene.
Confused young male found lying on couch at Clark House
Medical Emergency
Lessey St, Amherst, MA 01002
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers, firefighters, and EMS were sent to a well-being check at an apartment building on Lessey Street after a resident reported a confused young adult man lying on a couch in a common area.
Woman aged 62 having mental health episode at Pine Street
Medical Emergency
Pine St, Amherst, MA 01002
As discussed during the dispatch call, medic 3 was dispatched to a location on Pine Street for a possible mental health episode involving a 62-year-old woman, with police also responding. The medic unit arrived on scene.
62-year-old female screaming at Amherst group home
Medical Emergency
Pine St, Amherst, MA 01002
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were sent to a group home near Pine Street in Amherst for a possible medical and mental health emergency involving a 62-year-old woman who was reportedly screaming. Staff requested transport, and responders were en route.
Two-car crash with vehicle in ditch on West Street
Traffic
West St, Amherst, MA 01002
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a two-vehicle crash near West Street and Plain Road, where one car was apparently in a ditch. One vehicle had arrived to help pull the other out, and a tow was requested. Fire and ambulance assistance was discussed but not confirmed.
Officers check area after 911 hang-up call
Suspicious Activity
West St, Amherst, MA 01002
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were asked to check the area across from a building near West Street and Plain Road after a 911 hang-up with no answer on callback.
Burnt food sets off fire alarm at Rolling Green
Fire
1A Rolling Green Dr, Amherst, MA 01002
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews investigated a fire alarm at a multi-family building near Rolling Green. The alarm was reportedly caused by burnt food in an apartment, and the fire system had been reset before crews arrived.
