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Emergency Incidents
Vehicle hits deer on US 50 in Brownstown
Traffic
US-50, Brownstown, IN
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible vehicle collision with a deer on US 50 near Brownstown. The driver reportedly reached code one and wants the deer moved to a location just west on the highway. The vehicle is described as a white Ford F-350 with a trailer attached.
Vehicle hits deer on West Commerce Street
Traffic
W Commerce St, Brownstown, IN 47220
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of a possible property-damage crash after a vehicle hit a deer west of Brownstown. The driver then went to a business parking lot on West Commerce Street and requested a report for work involving a white pickup truck with a trailer.
Teen with suicidal thoughts reported near Marathon in Brownstown
Medical Emergency
N Main St, Brownstown, IN 47220
As discussed during the dispatch call, deputies were asked to check on a juvenile near a gas station on North Main Street due to a welfare concern and prior suicidal ideation. EMS was requested to respond without lights and sirens.
Officer responds to report of runaway near North Main Street
Missing Person
N Main St, Brownstown, IN 47220
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a location near North Main Street for a possible runaway juvenile who wanted someone to talk to.
Disabled pickup blocking part of rural intersection
Traffic
N County Rd 225 W & W County Rd 450 N, Brownstown Township, IN 47220
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a red GMC 1500 pickup that broke down while turning and is partly blocking the roadway at the intersection of 225 West and 450 North, creating a traffic hazard. Units are en route to assist.
Power pole fire at Brownstown courthouse
Fire
S Main St, Brownstown, IN 47220
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were dispatched to the courthouse on S Main St for a telephone/power pole and power lines on fire on the south side of the building, with loud explosion noises and visible flames reported. A large tree was noted nearby, and the electric company was contacted.
44-year-old male confused with seizure history at home
Medical Emergency
W Walnut St, Brownstown, IN 47220
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a possible medical emergency involving a 44-year-old man near West Walnut Street in Brownstown. He was reportedly nauseous, confused, talking to someone not present, and grabbing at the ground. Fire, EMS, and law enforcement units were dispatched, and Medic 8 later advised that other units could cancel.
Vehicle hits deer on Highway 50 near Brownstown
Traffic
US-50, Brownstown, IN
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of a possible vehicle-deer collision on Highway 50 about two to three miles east of Brownstown involving a white 2019 Chevy Silverado. The caller requested a tag for the deer.
Car hits telephone pole after swerving for deer
Traffic
E County Rd 700 S, Brownstown, IN 47220
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a reported single-vehicle crash near East County Road 700 South in Brownstown after a caller said a deer ran in front of their vehicle, causing them to swerve and hit a telephone pole. Airbags deployed, and a female occupant reportedly had blood on her face, while both occupants were alert and talking.
Children hiding after running around water facility
Suspicious Activity
W Spring St, Brownstown, IN 47220
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a report of suspicious activity at a water facility on West Spring Street, where children were reportedly running around and then hiding.
Kids seen running around water plant, then leaving
Suspicious Activity
W Spring St, Brownstown, IN 47220
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of suspicious activity at a water treatment plant on West Spring Street, where children were reportedly running around the facility and then left in a 4Runner.
Elderly man falls, injured with multiple lacerations
Medical Emergency
S Main St, Brownstown, IN 47220
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a medical call for an elderly man who fell in a parking lot near South Main Street by a Dollar General, with lacerations above his eye, on his hand, and on his knee.
Reckless white Cadillac reported on Highway 50
Traffic
US-50, Brownstown, IN
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of a possible reckless driver in a white Cadillac traveling westbound on Highway 50 from Crane Hills toward Brownstown, reportedly speeding, tailgating, and passing other vehicles.
False fire alarm at middle school on West Walnut
Fire
W Walnut St, Brownstown, IN 47220
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported fire alarm at a middle school near West Walnut Street. The alarm was reported by an alarm company, and responders found the front door propped open after a school dance. They checked the building and parking lot and cleared with no people found. In a separate call, a man was reported sleeping in a U-Haul parked on a roadside pull-off near North and West.
Reckless driving complaint on Highway 50 near Brownstown
Traffic
US-50, Brownstown, IN
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a complaint about a purple four-door car, possibly a Honda Civic, driving recklessly on Highway 50 westbound toward Brownstown, reportedly passing on the shoulder. Units attempted to locate the vehicle, which may have turned off somewhere in Brownstown.
Man passes out standing after hip replacement
Medical Emergency
Jodi Dr, Brownstown, IN 47220
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a home near Jodi Drive in Brownstown for a 58-year-old man who recently had a hip replacement and reportedly became unconscious when he stood up. He did not fall or hit his head, was on blood thinners, and had a last reported blood pressure of 98 over 68.
Handcuffed man threatens to break cuffs at Sally Port
Disturbance
Kelly Dr, Brownstown, IN 47220
As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer requested a jailer to meet outside the sally port for a handcuffed man who was reportedly threatening to break the handcuffs. The officer later indicated the situation was under control and no additional assistance was needed near Kelly Drive in Brownstown, Indiana.
Officer checks possibly injured deer near fairgrounds
Other Non-Crime Event
E County Rd 100 S, Brownstown, IN 47220
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of a possible struck deer lying in a yard near the fairgrounds. A unit agreed to check the animal to see if it could be picked up by someone on the deer kill list.
Officers search for vehicle that left crash scene
Traffic
US-31 & 1100 N, Reddington, IN 47274
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic indicates a possible traffic crash where one vehicle left the scene, and an officer is searching the area near 1100 North just west of US-31.
Child reports head pain after hit-and-run at highway intersection
Medical Emergency
US-31 & 1100 N, Reddington, IN 47274
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible hit-and-run crash near 1100 North and Highway 31, where a young girl is complaining of head pain after possibly hitting her head.
