Crash reported on Highway 70 in Catawba
TrafficAs discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic indicates a possible vehicle crash on Highway 70, with a trooper stating they will handle the incident.
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TrafficMinor injury crash involving motorcycle on I-40
TrafficAs discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible minor injury crash on I-40 eastbound near Exit 128 involving a black sports motorcycle, with multiple units responding.
Smoking blue truck with hazards on I-40 westbound
TrafficAs discussed during the dispatch call, troopers responded to a report of a blue truck with a camper top smoking and using hazard lights on I-40 westbound near mile marker 120. The driver reportedly refused to stop, but a trooper checked several nearby vehicles and canceled the contact.
Person with unknown medical issue on US-70 in Catawba
Medical EmergencyAs discussed during the dispatch call, medic 4 was dispatched to a possible medical emergency near East US 70 Highway in Catawba, close to James Street and Oxford School Road.
Two-vehicle crash on I-40 westbound near mile 160
TrafficAs discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible traffic crash on I-40 westbound near mile marker 160 involving a black Acura and a white box truck.
Disabled cargo van on I-40 eastbound shoulder
TrafficAs discussed during the dispatch call, an officer assisted a motorist with mechanical issues in a white Dodge cargo van on the right shoulder of I-40 eastbound near mile marker 154, and a tow truck was requested.
Ladder reported in westbound lanes on I-40
TrafficAs discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers reported a possible ladder in the westbound roadway near NC 138, and a unit was sent to check the road hazard.
Truck passes stopped school bus on North Main
TrafficAs discussed during the dispatch call, a caller reported a possible traffic violation where a white two-door pickup truck reportedly passed a stopped school bus near Pips Lane and North Main Street.
Elderly man needs medical aid at Catawba home
Medical EmergencyAs discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical crews are dispatched to a residence near 36th First Avenue Northwest in Catawba for a reported 93-year-old man in his bedroom, with the door reportedly unlocked.
Disabled truck with flat tire on I-40 ramp
TrafficAs discussed during the dispatch call, officers assisted a disabled white pickup truck on the right shoulder of I-40 eastbound near the Exit 148 ramp merge. The driver reported a flat tire and did not need further assistance.
Laser reported pointed at aircraft from residence
Suspicious ActivityAs discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report from Charlotte Douglas Airport that someone at a location near Mirror Lake Drive off Buffalo Shoals Road allegedly pointed a laser at an aircraft. An officer was requested to respond and report what was found.
Possible break-in reported at Sunrise Beach Road home
Break-InAs discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of a possible breaking and entering in progress at a home near Sunrise Beach Road. A caller said his father saw or reported someone inside on video, and the front door was open. It was unclear if anyone was still inside, and the caller was on the way to the location.
Man having trouble breathing and speaking at home
Medical EmergencyAs discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a reported breathing problem involving a 32-year-old man at a residence near Lynn Lane in Catawba. The man was conscious and breathing but had difficulty speaking between breaths, and responders were directed to enter through the front door.
Tractor trailer hazard on I-40 westbound
TrafficAs discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible traffic hazard on I-40 westbound near Exit 126 involving a tractor trailer close to the white line.
Complaint about suspicious delivery at residence
Suspicious ActivityAs discussed during the dispatch call, a deputy was requested to meet in person regarding a possible suspicious Amazon delivery reported on Long Island Road.
Reckless pickup with trailer reported on I-40
TrafficAs discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a complaint about a dark-colored pickup truck pulling a trailer possibly driving recklessly or speeding eastbound on I-40 near Catawba. The caller exited at US-321 southbound, and the truck reportedly continued past NC 123.
Car hits deer on I-40 shoulder in Catawba
TrafficAs discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible property-damage crash on I-40 east near mile marker 156, where a Kia Sportage apparently struck a deer and is on the shoulder. Both vehicles are being held for further investigation.
Van hits rest area fence on I-40 eastbound
TrafficAs discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible vehicle crash on I-40 eastbound near mile marker 136, where a maroon Dodge Caravan apparently struck a rest area fence.
Unanswered 911 hang-up at highway rest area
Suspicious ActivityAs discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible 911 hang-up at a rest area along Interstate 40, with the call mapped to the parking lot and no answer on callback. Deputies are checking the area.
Officers search for truck with stolen Indiana plate
Stolen VehicleAs discussed during the dispatch call, officers were notified of a possible stolen Indiana license plate on a tractor-trailer Volvo entering town and were sent to check the area around the 3700 block of Highway 70.
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