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Emergency Incidents
Smoke reported in stairwell at Stadium Park Plaza
Fire
entrance on 7th street, 360 E 8th Ave, Bowling Green, KY 42101
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were dispatched to a reported smoke condition in a stairwell near Stadium Park Plaza, on the DMV side of the facility. The caller suggested a possible fire may have been started in the stairwell, but responding units were later canceled.
Unauthorized fire in stairwell at Stadium Plaza
Fire
E 8th Ave, Bowling Green, KY 42101
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews and police responded to a possible unauthorized fire in a stairwell at a commercial plaza near East Eighth Avenue, Center Street, and College Street. Security reported smoke in the stairwell and believed a homeless person may have started the fire. Units responded non-emergency and arrived on scene.
Traffic stop at Russellville and University
Traffic
Russellville Rd & University Blvd, Bowling Green, KY 42101
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop near Russellville Road and University Boulevard involving a Kentucky license plate. At the same time, fire units were sent to Stadium Plaza on East Eighth Avenue for a reported unauthorized burn, with smoke found in a stairwell and a possible homeless person suspected of starting the fire. Police were also responding to the scene.
Child with earache and altered alertness at home
Medical Emergency
Collegeview Dr, Bowling Green, KY 42101
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a medical assist near College View Drive for a juvenile male with an earache who was reported to be not fully alert.
Burglary alarm at Dunham stock room
Break-In
Scottsville Rd, Bowling Green, KY 42104
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a possible commercial burglary alarm at a business on Scottsville Road, with the alarm reported in a stock room and no keyholder responding.
Traffic stop on Thoroughbred Drive and medical assist for child reported
Traffic
Collegeview Dr, Bowling Green, KY 42101
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic indicates a unit initiating a traffic stop on Thoroughbred Drive involving a vehicle with a temporary tag (number withheld). Separately, Truck 4 was dispatched to a medical assist at (number withheld) College View Drive for a juvenile boy (age 7) with an earache who was reportedly not fully alert.
Elderly woman found unresponsive with abdominal pain
Medical Emergency
Bellshire Way, Bowling Green, KY 42104
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a medical assist near Bellshire Way for a 75-year-old woman with abdominal pain who was reported as not alert. Additional units were requested and some Alvaton units were later canceled.
Domestic dispute with threats at Louisville Road home
Domestic Dispute
Louisville Rd, Bowling Green, KY 42101
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of a domestic disturbance at an apartment on Louisville Road. A caller said her soon-to-be ex-husband was threatening her and refusing to leave. She reported being armed and said she would use it if he did not back away. Later updates indicated the two were separated, the caller had locked the door, and the man might leave on foot wearing a black hoodie and blue jeans.
75-year-old woman with abdominal pain at Bellshire Way
Medical Emergency
Bellshire Way, Bowling Green, KY 42104
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a medical assist for a 75-year-old woman with abdominal pain near Bell Shire Way and nearby cross streets in Bowling Green.
Patient with head bleed refused transport by Logan Public Safety
Medical Emergency
Ashley Cir, Bowling Green, KY 42104
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews discussed a possible patient transport for triage after a reported head bleed near Ashley Circle in Bowling Green. The receiving agency advised they could not take the transport.
Noise complaint at apartment party where firearms were reported
Disturbance
E Heights Ave B, Bowling Green, KY 42101
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a reported large party at an apartment near E Heights Ave. The caller requested anonymity and reported people outside smoking; firearms were reportedly inside the residence.
Traffic stop on speeding red Ford Mustang
Traffic
Moorman Ln & Louisville Rd, Bowling Green, KY 42101
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop on a red sports car that was reported speeding on Louisville Road near Moorman Lane in Bowling Green, Kentucky. The vehicle was identified as a red 2017 Ford Mustang, and officers checked its registration and driver information.
Welfare check after cries for help reported
Welfare Check
Pleasant Pl Way, Bowling Green, KY 42104
As discussed during the dispatch call, deputies were sent to conduct a welfare check near Pleasant Place Way and Veterans Avenue after a caller reported hearing someone yell for help about five to ten minutes earlier. The caller said the sound may have come from the nearby area and was captured on a home camera, and they wanted to show the video to a deputy.
Traffic stop of white Honda on Stone Lane
Traffic
Stone Ln, Bowling Green, KY 42101
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop on Stone Lane involving a white Honda CRV and checked its registration and insurance. A separate welfare check was requested near Pleasant Place Way after a caller reported hearing someone yell for help, possibly captured on a camera, and deputies were sent to investigate.
Burglary in progress at business on Russellville Road
Break-In
Russellville Rd, Bowling Green, KY 42101
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported burglary in progress at a business on Russellville Road. The building owner reported at least one person inside and said the person shut the door from the inside as the owner approached from the back. The person’s sex was unclear.
Person having a seizure at Emerson Apartments
Medical Emergency
Thoroughbred Dr, Bowling Green, KY 42104
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were dispatched to a medical assist for a reported seizure at an apartment in the Emerson Apartments complex on Thoroughbred Drive. Engine 3 responded and arrived on scene, where a possible issue with a stove burner left on was also reported.
Building inspection at Monday Hall on Normal Street
Fire
1664-1698 Normal St, Bowling Green, KY 42101
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units responded non-emergency to check a building at a university campus on Normal Street, identified as Monday Hall at WKU. Additional units were dispatched to a possible medical assist at an apartment complex on Thoroughbred Drive and to investigate a reported issue at a plant in Warren County.
Person experiencing chest pain near Winners Circle in Bowling Green
Medical Emergency
Winners Cir B, Bowling Green, KY 42103
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a medical assist for chest pain at an apartment on Winners Circle in Bowling Green. Another unit was sent non-emergency to check a building at a university hall on Normal Street.
Traffic stop at Forest Way and Hillview Mills
Traffic
Hillview Mls Blvd, Bowling Green, KY 42101
As discussed during the dispatch call, deputies conducted a traffic stop near Forest Way and Hillview Mills Boulevard in Bowling Green. Radio traffic included a vehicle registration and insurance check, along with a records check for an occupant. Separate radio traffic referenced a medical assist for chest pain near Winter Circle and a non-emergency building check at a university location.
Gas odor reported at Sunny Acres mobile home park
Fire
Mount Olivet Rd, Bowling Green, KY 42101
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units were dispatched to a reported smell of gas inside a building at a mobile home park on Mount Olivet Road. The caller and her children were evacuating the residence, and the gas utility company was notified.
