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Emergency Incidents
Traffic signal malfunction at US 30 and Lincoln Way
Traffic
US-30 & W Lincolnway, Columbia City, IN 46725
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers reported a traffic hazard at the intersection of US 30 and Lincoln Way where the traffic lights were blinking red in all four directions. State highway personnel were notified and expected to respond.
Traffic stop at US-30 and West Lincolnway
Traffic
US-30 & W Lincolnway, Columbia City, IN 46725
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a possible traffic stop near State Road 30 and West Lincolnway involving a vehicle with an Indiana registration. The vehicle reportedly ran all four directions, and an officer requested registration information.
Traffic stop for improper following distance
Traffic
US 30 and Coun Ty Road 450 West, Columbia City, Indiana 46725, United States
As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer conducted a traffic stop eastbound near 3450 West for a white vehicle reportedly involved in improper tailing. The vehicle’s license plate state is uncertain, but the plate was reported as Minnesota.
Reckless driver speeding on N Main Street
Traffic
N Main St, Columbia City, IN 46725
As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer reported a black passenger car, possibly a Honda with a large rear spoiler, driving recklessly eastbound near Main Street at about 60 mph in a 45 mph zone. The officer was attempting to turn around near Armstrong to locate the vehicle.
Man upset sets up tent by railroad tracks after job talk
Medical Emergency
Vine St, Columbia City, IN 46725
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a welfare check near South Oak Street and West Vine Street by the railroad tracks after a caller reported his adult son became upset and set up a tent in the area. Units searched the nearby tracks and surrounding area for him.
Vehicle hits deer on State Road 9 near Kaiser
Traffic
IN-9, Columbia City, IN 46725
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers received reports of a possible two-vehicle crash or a vehicle striking an object on South State Road 9 near Kaiser. A later caller reported that one vehicle had struck a deer, the deer was down, and the vehicle was off the road.
Truck swerving and nearly crossing lanes
Traffic
County Rd 200 S, Columbia City, IN 46725
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of a white tractor pulling a black-tarped box trailer traveling south near the 200 and 279, reportedly unable to stay in its lane and nearly crossing into another lane.
Car damages yard on North 550 East
Property Damage
N 550 E, Columbia City, IN 46725
As discussed during the dispatch call, deputies responded to a reported property damage incident near North 550 East and Taylor Road, where a gray Dodge hatchback or crossover with four males inside was said to have been tearing up a yard before leaving northbound on North 550 East.
Employee pale and lethargic at Ultra Marathon entrance
Medical Emergency
Park 30, Columbia City, IN 46725
As discussed during the dispatch call, medics are assisted at a possible medical emergency involving an employee who is pale, lethargic, and barely able to stand near the Ultra Marathon entrance on East Park 40 Drive in Columbia City.
Possible crash with disabled vehicle on US 30
Traffic
US-30 & IN-9, Columbia City, IN 46725
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of a disabled vehicle, possibly a crash, on westbound US 30 just east of State Road 9. A passerby reported that both vehicles appeared to be off the side of the road, but no other calls were received.
Officer checks on domestic dispute in vehicles
Domestic Dispute
N 450 W, Columbia City, IN 46725
As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer reports being out with a possible domestic violence incident near (number withheld) West and (number withheld) North, with vehicles occupied at the scene.
Female having active seizure near East Colony Ave
Medical Emergency
E Colony Ave, Columbia City, IN 46725
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency units were dispatched to a possible medical emergency involving a female having an active seizure near East Colony Avenue. One unit arrived on scene while additional units were cleared.
Fire alarm with water leak at elementary school
Fire
E Jackson St, Columbia City, IN 46725
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible active fire alarm at an elementary school on East Jackson Street, with water coming from the ceiling.
Fire alarm with water leak at elementary school
Fire
E Jackson St, Columbia City, IN 46725
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported fire alarm at an elementary school on East Jackson Street, where water was reported coming from the ceiling. Multiple fire units arrived on scene.
Involuntary patient transport requested to hospital
Medical Emergency
IN-205, Columbia City, IN 46725
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic describes a possible involuntary patient transport from a facility in Whitley County to a hospital on North Second Street in Indianapolis, with staff requesting that the transport be expedited after a prior delay.
Welfare check conducted near South 400 West in Columbia City
Medical Emergency
County Rd 400 W, Columbia City, IN 46725
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to a residence near South 400 West for a welfare check. They conducted an area search but were unable to locate the person.
Parking complaint over truck on sidewalk
Traffic
N Elm St, Columbia City, IN 46725
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported parking complaint involving a vehicle parked on the sidewalk for several days near North Elm Street. A unit checked the location and reported no answer at the door, then requested contact information for the registered owners.
Reckless white SUV reported on US-30 near IN-205
Traffic
US-30 & IN-205, Columbia City, IN 46725
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a traffic complaint about a white Toyota 4Runner repeatedly driving off the roadway near US 30 and IN 205 in Columbia City. The vehicle was reported traveling eastbound on US 30 toward IN 205, and officers were advised of a possible traffic-related signal for the vehicle.
Patient transferred for medical care at regional center
Medical Emergency
IN-205, Columbia City, IN 46725
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic describes a possible interfacility medical transfer from a hospital in Whitley County to a regional medical center, with patient information shared by initials.
Vehicle windows damaged in rock vandalism
Property Damage
S Ohio St, Columbia City, IN 46725
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported criminal mischief incident near South Ohio Street in Columbia City, where a caller said two vehicle windows were reportedly smashed with a rock earlier that morning.
