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Emergency Incidents
64-year-old woman seeks evaluation for surgical incision
Medical Emergency
Wells Rd, Cheshire, MA 01225
As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS was dispatched to a location on Wells Road in Cheshire for a 64-year-old woman concerned about a recent surgical incision and requesting transport for evaluation.
Reckless red pickup reported near Route 8 in Cheshire
Traffic
MA-8 & Church St, Cheshire, MA 01225
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of a possible erratic driver in a red Dodge Ram near Route 8 by Cheshire Lake. The vehicle was reportedly passing cars on the left in the breakdown lane, swerving, and driving without headlights before going down Church Street. The caller was no longer following and lost sight of the vehicle.
Reckless pickup driving north on Route 8
Traffic
Church St, Cheshire, MA 01225
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of a red Dodge Ram driving recklessly northbound on Route 8, passing multiple vehicles in the breakdown lane and failing to stay in its lane. The vehicle was later reported to have possibly turned onto Church Street before the reporting party stopped following.
Tree blocking Route 8 traffic near Ingalls Road
Road Closure
MA-8 & Ingalls Rd, Cheshire, MA 01225
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a tree down on Route 8 near the 47 mile marker by Ingalls Road, initially blocking both lanes and causing traffic backup. The debris was later reported to be mostly in the breakdown lane, and crews indicated hand tools or a chainsaw might be needed. MassDOT was notified about the roadway obstruction.
Motor vehicle crash on North State Road
Traffic
N State Rd, Cheshire, MA
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency units were dispatched to a possible motor vehicle crash on North State Road in Cheshire, Massachusetts.
Car hits tree after being cut off by red sedan
Traffic
N State Rd, Cheshire, MA 01225
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible crash near the Berkshire barracks parking lot, where a vehicle reportedly cut off another car and crashed into a tree. EMS and fire were requested, and a red sedan was sought northbound on Route 8.
Crash with unknown injuries near state police barracks
Traffic
N State Rd, Cheshire, MA 01225
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a motor vehicle accident with unknown injuries on Cheshire in front of the Massachusetts State Police barracks, with fire units and Northern Unit 5 responding.
Two-car crash near state police barracks parking lot
Traffic
N State Rd, Cheshire, MA 01225
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers reported a possible motor vehicle crash on Route 8 near the Massachusetts State Police barracks in Cheshire. The occupants reportedly self-extricated, and a Northern Berkshire unit was sent to the scene.
Report of erratic driver on Route 8 northbound
Traffic
N State Rd, Cheshire, MA 01225
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers discussed a possible erratic driver traveling northbound on Route 8 near the barracks, with reports of brake-checking behavior. A caller provided a callback, and officers advised another agency and considered responding if the vehicle pulled over.
Water leaking from electric panel in building
Fire
Old State Rd, Cheshire, MA 01225
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews respond to a report of water coming from an electrical panel at a location on Old Street.
Loose dog running in roadway near Harbor Inn
Traffic
N State Rd, Cheshire, MA
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a loose black poodle running into the roadway near the Harbor Inn on North State Road in Cheshire, with an off-duty officer requested to respond.
Officer monitors green vehicle after report
Suspicious Activity
South St, Cheshire, MA 01225
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were advised to look for a green 2023 Subaru Forester near a liquor store in Cheshire after a possible property-related sale. The vehicle’s license plate was corrected, and the registration reportedly returned to a green Chevy Silverado. An officer discussed whether to follow the vehicle or meet the reporting party first.
Officer locates vehicle in property sale inquiry
Suspicious Activity
South St, Cheshire, MA 01225
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were advised to look for a green 2023 Subaru Forester near a liquor store in Cheshire after a report that someone was selling property. The vehicle’s license plate reportedly returned to a green Chevy Silverado, and an officer planned to meet the reporting party at the store.
34-year-old male treated after seizure near Cheshire
Medical Emergency
Old Cheshire Rd, Cheshire, MA 01225
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a location near Old Cheshire Road in Cheshire for a possible seizure involving a 34-year-old man.
Two-car crash with airbags deployed in Cheshire
Traffic
MA-8 & Lanesboro Rd, Cheshire, MA 01225
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a two-car motor vehicle crash on Lanesboro Road near Route 8 in Cheshire, with airbags deployed. Fire and EMS were sent to the scene, and one operator reported that everyone appeared to be okay and was advised to move the vehicles out of the roadway if it was safe to do so.
Unanswered 911 open line with children heard in background
Suspicious Activity
Lanesboro Rd, Cheshire, MA 01225
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers reported a 911 open line plotting near Lanesboro Road in Cheshire. There was no response to a page or TTY, but children could be heard talking in the background.
Small dog running in roadway near Route 8
Traffic
MA-8 & Lanesboro Rd, Cheshire, MA 01225
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a report of a small dog in the roadway near the Route 8 intersection on Lanesborough Road, where it was reportedly trying to run toward vehicles. It is unknown if the dog may be coming from a nearby house.
Traffic stop on Route 20 North in front of barracks
Traffic
North St, Cheshire, MA 01225
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop on Route 20 North near the barracks involving a Dodge Durango with two occupants and requested additional units to respond.
Crash with possible injuries on South State Road
Traffic
S State Rd, Cheshire, MA 01225
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible motor vehicle accident with unknown injuries near South State Road in Cheshire, with fire and ambulance units responding. A separate mutual-aid call requests an ambulance for a 73-year-old woman with breathing difficulty near Prince John Drive in Becket.
Person passed out in bathroom near Depot Street
Medical Emergency
Depot St, Cheshire, MA 01225
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire and EMS units were dispatched to a location near Depot Street for a report of a person found passed out in a bathroom, with a possible overdose. Police were also notified to respond.
