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Emergency Incidents
Vehicle linked to felony drug warrant on Douglas Street
Substance Use
Douglas St, Bristol, VA 24201
As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer conducted a vehicle stop on Douglas Street or Douglas Drive. A license plate check reportedly showed valid registration and a Washington County felony warrant related to dangerous drugs.
Person experiencing difficulty breathing at residence
Medical Emergency
Island Rd, Bristol, VA 24201
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a possible medical emergency involving difficulty breathing near Island Road and the nearby cross streets Cedar Creek Road and Denver Drive.
Person with difficulty breathing at Leisure Park Towers
Medical Emergency
Moore St, Bristol, VA 24201
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched for a possible breathing problem at an apartment in a residential complex near Lewis Street and the cross streets of Cumberland Street and Cotton Street.
Yelling reported in apartment domestic dispute
Domestic Dispute
Lee Hwy, Bristol, VA 24202
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of a possible domestic disturbance at an apartment in a complex on Lee Highway, where a property manager reported yelling and screaming from inside.
Wellness check for man threatening police near Bristol
Medical Emergency
Miller Hill Rd, Bristol, VA 24202
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to a welfare check near Miller Hill Road in Bristol after a man reportedly called in, made complaints, and threatened a police sergeant. The situation may involve possible mental health issues, and the man is described as a former Marine with unknown weapons.
Wellness check after threats to police in Bristol
Traffic
Miller Hill Rd, Bristol, VA 24202
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to a possible welfare check near Miller Hill Road in Bristol for a man who reportedly made complaints and threatened a police sergeant. Radio traffic also referenced a separate Virginia ID check involving a revoked license and a probation violation warrant.
Person acting sketchy near Florence Avenue and Princeton Street
Medical Emergency
Vernon St, Bristol, VA 24201
As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS was dispatched to a sick person at a location on Florence Avenue near Princeton Street and Vernon Street. The patient reportedly acted suspiciously and repeatedly said police were not needed, so law enforcement was also sent to assist.
Loud yelling reported at King Mill Pike address
Disturbance
King Mill Pike, Bristol, VA
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a possible disturbance involving loud yelling near King Mill Pike in Bristol, Virginia, after an anonymous tip and a request for an additional night-shift unit.
Person experiencing heavy breathing at Gordon Avenue
Medical Emergency
Gordon Ave, Bristol, VA 24201
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a possible medical emergency involving heavy breathing near Gordon Avenue by Gordon Park in Bristol.
Pickup truck off roadway on I-81 near exit 7
Traffic
I-81, Bristol, VA
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible traffic hazard involving a white pickup truck off the side of the highway near mile marker 4 and Exit 7 on I-81 in Bristol, Virginia.
Suspicious person at laundromat on Gate City Highway
Suspicious Activity
Gate City Hwy, Bristol, VA 24201
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a possible suspicious person near a laundromat on Gate City Highway by Midway Street and Randolph.
Person having difficulty breathing near Douglas Street
Medical Emergency
Douglas St, Bristol, VA 24201
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews respond to a possible breathing problem near Douglas Street and Seward Avenue in Bristol.
Person with abdominal pain at Bristol apartment
Medical Emergency
Old Airport Rd, Bristol, VA 24201
As discussed during the dispatch call, medic 3 was dispatched to a possible medical emergency involving abdominal pain at an apartment near Bulls Airport Road and nearby cross streets in Bristol, Virginia.
Person with abdominal pain at apartment in Bristol
Medical Emergency
Old Airport Rd, Bristol, VA 24201
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched for a possible medical issue involving abdominal pain at an apartment near Old Airport Road in Bristol.
Caller reports possible theft outside business
Suspicious Activity
Lee Hwy, Bristol, VA 24201
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a possible theft-related complaint at a business called Country Boy. The caller reported someone outside with theft-related concerns, but officers were unable to reach anyone at the premises after two attempts.
Officer chases fleeing subject near Bridge 18
Suspicious Activity
18th St, Bristol, VA
As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer reported a possible foot pursuit near a pull-off by a bridge on 18th Street in Bristol, where a subject ran into nearby woods.
Man with handgun makes death threats at business
Weapons
Lee Hwy, Bristol, VA 24201
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a weapons complaint at a business on Lee Highway, where a male subject was reportedly holding a handgun and threatening to kill people. It was unclear if the subject was still on scene.
Person yelling in bathroom at Dollar General
Disturbance
Gate City Hwy, Bristol, VA 24202
As discussed during the dispatch call, police were dispatched to a retail store on Gate City Highway after a manager reported an adult man yelling and using profanity in a restroom and trying to leave the building.
Trespasser reported at Holly Shopping Center
Break-In
Holly Ln, Bristol, VA 24201
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a report of a possible trespasser at a shopping center near Holly Lane in Bristol, Virginia.
Group hitting truck windows in parking lot
Disturbance
Little Crk Xing, Bristol, VA 24201
As discussed during the dispatch call, security reported a possible disorderly group of about 20 people in a parking lot near Little Creek Crossing, beating on truck windows and preventing people from entering. The group may have been leaving the property.
