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Emergency Incidents
Loose dog nearly hit by traffic
Animal Hazard
E Pierce St & S 1st St, Council Bluffs, IA 51503
As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer reported a dog running loose near East Pierce Street and South First Street, where it nearly got hit by a vehicle. The officer planned to drive by to try to locate the owner.
Person possibly suicidal or sick at Walgreens refuses help
Medical Emergency
W Broadway, Council Bluffs, IA 51501
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a possible medical emergency or suicidal person beside a Walgreens on West Broadway in Council Bluffs. The patient reportedly refused treatment and transport.
Verbal disturbance in hallway at Marshall Avenue
Disturbance
Marshall Ave #1a, Council Bluffs, IA 51503
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of a possible verbal disturbance involving three to four people in a hallway at an apartment on Marshall Avenue. The caller reported two younger females and one male, with weapons status unknown.
Man possibly suicidal or medical emergency at Walgreens
Medical Emergency
W Broadway, Council Bluffs, IA 51501
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were requested to assist the fire department with a possible medical emergency or suicidal concern involving a man outside a Walgreens on West Broadway in Council Bluffs.
Report of erratic red pickup on Old Lincoln Highway
Traffic
Old Lincoln Hwy, Council Bluffs, IA
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers broadcast a report of a red Ford Ranger driving erratically and cutting off a caller, last seen northbound on Old Lincoln Highway near Curtis Road.
Residents yelling profanities from Paige Lane home
Disturbance
Paige Ln, Council Bluffs, IA 51503
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a possible disorderly conduct incident near Paige Lane after a passerby reported residents screaming and yelling profanities from a window. The number of people involved was unknown, and one unit was later told to disregard the call.
Elderly male dizzy and disoriented in apartment
Medical Emergency
Nash Blvd Apt 5, Council Bluffs, IA 51501
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a medical alarm pendant activation at an apartment on Nash Boulevard. A 71-year-old man was reported conscious and breathing but dizzy, sweating, and disoriented, and responders were asked to come without sirens.
Person having medical emergency near Nash Boulevard
Medical Emergency
Nash Blvd, Council Bluffs, IA 51501
As discussed during the dispatch call, medics were dispatched to a reported medical emergency on Nash Boulevard in Council Bluffs.
Intoxicated man refuses to leave grocery store
Disturbance
N Broadway, Council Bluffs, IA 51501
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a report of an intoxicated man refusing to leave a convenience store on North Broadway. The man was described as bald, wearing a blue parka and khaki pants, and was reportedly moving between the store and parking lot. The store requested that he be banned from returning, and no weapons were reported.
Elderly female assisted with no injuries at Lynch Circle
Medical Emergency
Lynch Cir, Council Bluffs, IA 51503
As discussed during the dispatch call, medic 6 was dispatched for a reported lift assist with no injuries for an 80-year-old woman at a location near Lynch Circle.
Confused woman reports possible burglary at residence
Medical Emergency
E Pierce St, Council Bluffs, IA 51503
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a welfare check near East Pearson Street for a confused woman waiting at an ambulance entry. She reportedly mentioned a possible burglary at her residence and her daughter and requested to speak with officers.
Person assisted after fall with no injuries
Medical Emergency
Lynch Cir, Council Bluffs, IA 51503
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were dispatched for a possible lift assist with no reported injuries near Lynch Circle in Council Bluffs.
Husband reports missing wife with mental health issues near Avenue A
Missing Person
Ave A B, Council Bluffs, IA 51501
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to an apartment on Avenue A in Council Bluffs for a missing person report. A caller reported that his wife left earlier in the day and could not be contacted, and she was said to be experiencing possible mental health issues.
Elderly woman with urinary retention seeks medical help
Medical Emergency
N Broadway, Council Bluffs, IA 51503
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a living center on North Broadway Street in Council Bluffs for a reported sick person, a 78-year-old woman who was conscious, breathing, and alert with urinary retention and pain. Responders were asked to use the main entrance.
Woman punched and knocked down at North 9th Street home
Assault Report
N 9th St, Council Bluffs, IA 51503
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible assault at a residence near North Ninth Street in Council Bluffs. A caller said a man punched her and knocked her down. The man was reportedly inside the house, while the caller was outside in the driveway and refusing rescue. No weapons were reported.
79-year-old woman found unresponsive
Medical Emergency
Perrin Pl, Council Bluffs, IA 51503
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a possible cardiac arrest involving a 79-year-old woman who was reported unconscious, not breathing, and cold to the touch near Perrin Place. Engine 61 and Medic 6 arrived on scene, and Engine 61 took command of the incident.
Smoke investigation finds grill as source
Fire
Ave A, Council Bluffs, IA 51501
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews investigated a reported smoke odor near Avenue A in Council Bluffs. The smoke and odor appeared to be coming from a grill, and the engine returned to service.
Man falls off chair and loses consciousness at bar
Medical Emergency
Ave A, Council Bluffs, IA 51501
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a reported fall at a lounge on Avenue A in Council Bluffs. A 72-year-old man reportedly fell from a chair after having drinks, hit his head, and was later reported unconscious while on oxygen. Police were initially involved but were later told they could disregard.
Two-vehicle crash on West Broadway, no injuries
Traffic
W Broadway, Council Bluffs, IA 51501
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a property-damage crash involving two vehicles in the intersection near West Broadway. No injuries or fluid leaks were reported, and another unit later took over the call.
Woman reports choking by boyfriend at hotel
Domestic Dispute
S 24th St, Council Bluffs, IA 51501
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of a possible domestic assault at an inn on South 24th Street. A woman came into the office and said her boyfriend choked her in a room. The man reportedly remained in a room at the inn.
