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Emergency Incidents
Parking lot crash at Columbia City High School
Traffic
IN-9, Columbia City, IN 46725
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of a possible property-damage crash in a high school parking lot near South State Road 9. A caller reported that someone backed into a vehicle near the athletic entrance, and the other party initially left before the call was updated to indicate they were not leaving the scene.
Parking lot crash at high school on State Road 9
Traffic
IN-9, Columbia City, IN 46725
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of a possible traffic crash in a high school parking lot near South State Road 9. A caller reported that someone backed into another vehicle, left identifying and insurance information, and then left the scene. The involved vehicle was described as a Honda HR-V, and the parents were reportedly on their way to the location.
Report of two males outside, one possibly armed
Weapons
Park Terrace Blvd, Columbia City, IN 46725
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic referenced an apartment complex near Park Terrace Blvd. The situation was initially described as verbal only, then updated to two males outside on the west side of the “(number withheld)” building, with one reportedly having a firearm ("10-32").
Marijuana odor complaint on Raleigh Court
Substance Use
Raleigh Ct, Columbia City, IN 46725
As discussed during the dispatch call, police received a drug complaint reporting a marijuana odor throughout a hallway on East Raleigh Court in Columbia City. The caller identified an address she believed the smell was coming from.
Marijuana odor complaint at East Raleigh Court
Substance Use
Raleigh Court, Columbia City, Indiana 46725, United States
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a possible drug violation at an apartment building on East Raleigh Court in Columbia City after a caller reported a marijuana odor throughout the hallway, believed to be coming from a specific unit.
Minor crash involving van and SUV in parking lot
Traffic
E Van Buren St & N Main St, Columbia City, IN 46725
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a possible minor property-damage crash near Van Buren Street and Main Street, where a van and a black SUV moved into a nearby parking lot by a business. Drivers exchanged information and photos were taken. A separate complaint mentioned an odor of marijuana in a hallway at a nearby address on East Raleigh Court.
Minor parking lot crash near Brew Hall
Traffic
N Main St, Columbia City, IN 46725
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a property-damage-only crash in a parking lot near Brew Hall involving a van and a black SUV. No injuries were reported, and the drivers exchanged information. A separate complaint about an odor of marijuana was reported in a hallway at a residence on East Raleigh Court.
Combative adult experiencing possible mental health crisis at a residence near S Norris Ct
Medical Emergency
Norris Ct, Columbia City, IN 46725
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were requested to assist at a residence near S Norris Ct after a caller reported her elderly father was being combative, not listening, and refusing to come inside.
Fire alarm and light smoke at The Waters facility
Fire
W Ellsworth St, Columbia City, IN 46725
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported fire alarm at an assisted living facility on West Elbert Street. An employee reported the alarm sounding in the dietary department with no evacuation underway. Responders investigated possible smoke near a dishwasher and back room and then silenced and acknowledged the alarm.
Fire alarm in dietary department on West Ellsworth
Fire
W Ellsworth St, Columbia City, IN 46725
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported fire alarm in the dietary department of a building near West Ellsworth Street. An alarm company had called both departments, and Engine 201 arrived on scene and indicated there were three separate alarm profiles before crews began extinguishing activity.
Juvenile runs down street after trying to harm herself with saw
Medical Emergency
S Cross Creek Way, Columbia City, IN 46725
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible self-harm incident involving a juvenile near South Cross Creek Way. The juvenile reportedly tried to hurt herself with a saw, ran down the street, and was later found lying on the ground near the intersection of Cross Creek Way and Ravenwood Lane, with a passerby nearby.
Stabbing reported at Park Terrace apartment
Assault Report
Park Terrace Blvd, Columbia City, IN 46725
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a possible stabbing reported by a property manager at a location on Park Terrace. The situation appeared calm, the parties were separated, and medics and fire were later told to disregard.
Domestic disturbance involving brother reported near North Park Terrace Blvd
Domestic Dispute
Park Terrace Blvd, Columbia City, IN 46725
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched for a reported domestic disturbance near North Park Terrace Blvd where a 56-year-old male was reported out of control, yelling and hitting. Caller later advised he was in a back bedroom and had calmed down, and units reported the parties separated. During the response, dispatch relayed a separate report that someone had been stabbed at (number withheld) Park Terrace, and units indicated they would go investigate that incident.
Hit-and-run crash at Walmart parking lot
Traffic
W Plaza Dr, Columbia City, IN 46725
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a possible hit-and-run crash at a Walmart near the grocery entrance and police parking area. The suspect reportedly went inside the store, while the victim remained outside with a silver Suburban. The suspect vehicle was described as a black truck, and a Walmart employee reported the incident and was asked to call back if the suspect vehicle left.
Man threatens couple and bangs on home windows
Assault Report
N Park Dr, Columbia City, IN 46725
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a harassment and intimidation complaint near North Park Terrace Boulevard, where a man allegedly repeatedly showed up at a residence, banged on windows, and threatened the caller and the caller’s fiancée. The man was last reported walking toward Washington Street, and officers later contacted someone near Madison and Van Buren and requested a trespass order from the address.
Officer conducts car stop near Blue River Bridge
Traffic
IN-9 & Blue River Trail, Columbia City, IN 46725
As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer conducted a traffic stop near the Blue River Bridge and planned to check on the situation shortly afterward.
Large metal object blocking eastbound US 30 lane
Traffic
IN-205, Columbia City, IN
As discussed during the dispatch call, a bus driver reported a possible road hazard, described as a large piece of metal, in the eastbound driving lane of US 30 near Columbia City, between the Blue River Bridge and SR 205.
Vehicle lockout at Tokyo Japanese Steakhouse
Other Non-Crime Event
W Van Buren St, Columbia City, IN 46725
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a possible vehicle lockout and illegal parking complaint near a Japanese steakhouse on West Van Buren Street in Columbia City involving a white Ford Explorer.
Bank alarm at Horizon Bank on South Main Street
Break-In
123-129 S Main St, Columbia City, IN 46725
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a possible bank alarm at a bank on South Main Street in Columbia City.
Bank alarm at Horizon Bank on South Main Street
Break-In
123-129 S Main St, Columbia City, IN 46725
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are assisting Columbia City with a possible bank alarm at a bank on South Main Street in Columbia City.
