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Emergency Incidents
Traffic stop on gray Audi on West Broadway
Traffic
W Broadway, Council Bluffs, IA 51501
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a possible traffic stop involving a gray Audi in the 2400 block of West Broadway.
72-year-old female assisted near Avenue B in Council Bluffs
Medical Emergency
Avenue B, Council Bluffs, IA 51503
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported medical lift assist for a 72-year-old woman near Avenue B in Council Bluffs. The call involved helping her up with no reported injuries, and the location was described as near a beige Nissan.
Traffic stop in Boys and Girls Club parking lot
Traffic
N 16th St, Council Bluffs, IA 51501
As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer conducted a traffic stop in the parking lot of a local Boys and Girls Club involving a Kia sedan.
Trespassing report for man sleeping in building
Break-In
S 19th St building 2, Council Bluffs, IA 51501
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a possible trespassing incident at a building near South 19th Street in Council Bluffs, where a man was reported sleeping inside with a mini torch and a pocket knife nearby. The caller requested access to an adjacent room with beds.
Disabled cement mixer blocking part of roadway
Traffic
Wabash Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51503
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a disabled cement mixer semi partially blocking the roadway near Wabash Avenue. The driver has placed warning triangles and is attempting to repair a tire, which may cause traffic issues in the area.
Traffic stop on black pickup at West Broadway
Traffic
W Broadway & S 21st St, Council Bluffs, IA 51501
As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer conducted a traffic stop near 21st Street and West Broadway involving a black GMC Sierra pickup truck with an Iowa license plate.
Welfare check for confused woman at car wash
Medical Emergency
W Broadway, Council Bluffs, IA 51501
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to a car wash on West Broadway for a possible welfare check after staff reported a woman in the parking lot who appeared lost and confused.
False residential alarm on South 17th Street
Break-In
S 17th St, Council Bluffs, IA 51501
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a residential alarm at a home on South 17th Street, which was later determined to be false after contact with the homeowner. In a separate call, officers were sent to a car wash on West Broadway for a welfare check on a woman who appeared lost and confused in the parking lot. A traffic stop was also conducted involving a pickup truck with a reported Iowa license plate.
Stalled vehicle on I-80 Madison exit ramp
Traffic
I-80, Council Bluffs, IA
As discussed during the dispatch call, a motorist in a tan Chevy Cruze was reported stalled on the eastbound I-80 Madison exit ramp, and a truck was sent to provide assistance.
Parking complaint on South 8th Street
Traffic
S 8th St, Council Bluffs, IA 51501
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a possible parking complaint near South 8th Street and Reference Road in Council Bluffs.
70-year-old woman having a seizure at Ave C residence
Medical Emergency
Avenue C, Council Bluffs, IA 51501
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a medical alarm near Avenue C for a reported 70-year-old woman having a seizure, with unknown consciousness and breathing and a history of seizures and diabetes.
Truck and e-bike reported stolen from home
Stolen Vehicle
W Broadway, Council Bluffs, IA 51501
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported theft of a truck and an e-bike from a home near West Broadway. The caller planned to meet officers at a clinic near 31st and Broadway in District 6.
Traffic stop on black SUV at North 20th and Avenue G
Traffic
Ave G & N 20th St, Council Bluffs, IA 51501
As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer conducted a traffic stop near North 20th Street and Avenue G involving a black SUV.
Traffic stop on red pickup with no plates
Traffic
N 15th St, Council Bluffs, IA 51501
As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer conducted a traffic stop in the 700 block of North 15th involving a red Chevy Silverado reported to have no license plates.
Unoccupied vehicle off Highway 6 and I-80
Traffic
I-80 & US-6, Council Bluffs, IA 51501
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are checking a possible traffic hazard involving an unoccupied vehicle off Highway 6 near I-80 in Council Bluffs.
83-year-old man falls and experiences full body pain
Medical Emergency
S 20th St, Council Bluffs, IA 51501
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews respond to a medical call near South 20th Street for an 83-year-old man who is conscious and breathing after a reported fall around 4 a.m. and is experiencing full-body pain.
Roommate arguing and throwing items at resident
Domestic Dispute
Avenue D, Council Bluffs, IA 51501
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a disturbance at a home near Avenue D in Council Bluffs, where a caller described as handicapped and recently out of the hospital says a person living with her is arguing and throwing things at her. No weapons or intoxicants are reported.
Employee reports harassment at sandwich shop
Other Incidents
Denmark Dr Ste 700, Council Bluffs, IA 51501
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a restaurant on West Broadway for a reported harassment incident. A female employee said a male entered the business when it opened and harassed her before leaving. The business reportedly has a photo of the male.
93-year-old man with low oxygen level breathing difficulty
Medical Emergency
Macineery Dr, Council Bluffs, IA 51501
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a medical call at a senior living facility on Macineery Drive for a 93-year-old man with low oxygen levels and difficulty breathing.
Welfare check requested for person with depression at apartment complex near 11th Ave
Medical Emergency
11th Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51501
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were requested to conduct a welfare check at an apartment complex near 11th Ave after a VA social worker reported a male subject (name withheld) said he was going to “take a signal 32” to the VA hospital and then hung up. The subject reportedly has a history of depression; it is unknown if he has weapons or intoxicants.