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Emergency Incidents
Vehicle hits deer on West Main Street
Traffic
W Main St, Buena Vista, CO 81211
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers discussed a property-damage crash near West Main and T Road in Buena Vista, where a driver in a silver or gray Jeep Grand Cherokee reportedly struck a deer, continued home, and reported no injuries. The deer was in a roadside ditch, and the vehicle had headlight damage and airbag deployment.
Man in thirties possible overdose at correctional complex
Medical Emergency
US-24, Buena Vista, CO 81211
As discussed during the dispatch call, ambulance crews were dispatched to a correctional facility in Buena Vista for a man in his thirties with a possible overdose. Responders were directed to Tower One on arrival.
Elderly woman falls and blocks door in Buena Vista
Medical Emergency
Trent Dr, Buena Vista, CO 81211
As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS responded to a home near Trent Drive in Buena Vista for a lift assist after an 85-year-old woman reportedly fell to her knees and went down on concrete, blocking the front door. No injuries were reported.
Traffic stop with blue pickup near City Market
Traffic
US Hwy 24 N, Buena Vista, CO 81211
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop near a city market in Buena Vista involving a blue Nissan Frontier with a Colorado license plate. The vehicle was located and found to be drivable, and the officer cleared the call with a report and no citation.
Traffic stop on West Main Street in Buena Vista
Traffic
W Main St, Buena Vista, CO 81211
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop involving a suburban vehicle near Crest and West Main in Buena Vista, Colorado. The stop was later cleared.
Traffic call near West Main St and Alexis in Buena Vista
Traffic
W Main St, Buena Vista, CO 81211
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers handled a traffic-related call near West Main St and Alexis in Buena Vista, Colorado, including a check on a Colorado registration. In a separate related check of the area, an officer responded after an RP reported several kids running around who then left in a truck; the officer did not locate anything and planned extra patrol.
Traffic stop at Baylor Drive and South Railroad Street
Traffic
Baylor Dr & S Railroad St, Buena Vista, CO 81211
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop near Baylor Drive and South Railroad Street in Buena Vista. The vehicle’s license plate was reported clear and current.
Accidental 911 pocket dial at North Railroad
Non-Crime Event
N Railroad St, Buena Vista, CO 81211
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers received an open 911 call with loud background noise near North Railroad Street in the Crites area. The caller was later contacted by phone and reported it was an accidental pocket dial, with no signs of distress found.
False elevator entrapment reported at Sunrise Manor
Medical Emergency
Alsina St, Buena Vista, CO 81211
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers reported a possible elevator entrapment at Sunrise Manor Apartments on Alsina Street. Fire and law enforcement units responded to check the situation, but no one was heard from inside the elevator and staff could not be contacted.
Power outage prompts welfare check at assisted living center
Medical Emergency
Alsina St, Buena Vista, CO 81211
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers requested a welfare check at an assisted living facility on Alsina Street after a large power outage. Staff reported multiple residents with disabilities who use oxygen and wanted to confirm that no one needed immediate medical help.
Downed power line on trail behind elementary school
Fire
E Main St, Buena Vista, CO 81211
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible downed power line on a nature trail behind an elementary school. A school principal was previously aware of the issue, and the utility company was advised to watch for it.
Power outage investigated at City Market
Fire
US Hwy 24 N, Buena Vista, CO 81211
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire personnel responded to a widespread power outage affecting businesses in Buena Vista, including a local grocery store and a residential facility. Crews checked for downed power lines and other hazards, found no immediate fire risks, and arranged for a fire watch at the grocery store until power and alarm service were restored.
94-year-old female falls out of bed, needs help
Medical Emergency
Mill St, Buena Vista, CO 81211
As discussed during the dispatch call, an ambulance was dispatched for a lift assist after an older adult reportedly fell out of bed at a residence near Mill Street in Buena Vista.
Woman choking on pill at San Isabel Road
Medical Emergency
San Isabel Rd, Buena Vista, CO 81211
As discussed during the dispatch call, ambulance dispatched to a location near San Isabel Road for a reported medical emergency involving a 65-year-old woman who swallowed a pill that became stuck and was having difficulty breathing.
Officers check black SUV and gray truck on Co Road 321
Suspicious Activity
Co Rd 321, Buena Vista, CO
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers made contact with a black Dodge Journey and a gray Dodge truck near Larissa Lane and County Road 321. One vehicle was reportedly stopped off the road during the incident.
Woman tries to enter home on Grouse Road
Suspicious Activity
Grouse Rd, Buena Vista, CO 81211
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers sent deputies to a home near Grouse Road for a reported disturbance. A caller said a woman was trying to get into the house through the windows and doors and was accusing the resident of having an affair with her boyfriend. The woman was believed to have left in a blue Subaru, and deputies checked the area and made contact with the resident. A separate call involved an ambulance response to a home on San Isabel Road for a 65-year-old woman who reportedly swallowed a pill and was having trouble breathing.
87-year-old female with heart palpitations unable to walk
Medical Emergency
W Ridge Rd, Buena Vista, CO 81211
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a medical call near West Ridge and Gem Trail in Buena Vista for an elderly woman who was unable to walk, reported possible heart palpitations, and was confused but conscious and breathing normally.
Traffic stop on white truck at Ark Valley
Traffic
Gregg Dr, Buena Vista, CO 81211
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop in front of Ark Valley involving a white Ram pickup truck with a Colorado license plate. The plate was checked and reported to be clear and current.
Traffic stop on US 24 near mile 199 westbound
Traffic
US-24, Buena Vista, CO 81211
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop on westbound US Highway 24 near mile marker 199 involving a silver Nissan Pathfinder. The vehicle’s license plate was checked and reportedly came back clear, and the driver was contacted.
Welfare check finds no suicidal intent near Buena Vista
Medical Emergency
N Pleasant Ave, Buena Vista, CO 81211
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a welfare check on a woman near Pleasant Street after a neighbor reported concerns. The woman initially did not want to come outside, but officers spoke with her by phone. She was upset with the neighbor who called, was reported not to be suicidal, and discussed a recent conversation with her therapist. The call was then cleared.
