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Emergency Incidents
Report of hit-and-run crash on Madison Avenue
Traffic
Madison Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51503
As discussed during the dispatch call, a reporting party is waiting at the police station to speak with an officer about a reported property-damage hit and run that occurred the previous night on Madison Avenue.
73-year-old woman falls in garage with no injuries
Medical Emergency
1/2 Woodbury Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51503
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded for a lift assist near Woodbury Avenue for a 73-year-old woman who reportedly fell in a garage and was reported to have no injuries.
Traffic stop on gray Nissan with no plates
Traffic
I-29, US-275, Pacific Junction, IA 51561, Council Bluffs, IA 51503
As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer conducted a traffic stop on a gray Nissan Altima with no license plates on Highway 37.2 northbound.
Vehicle fire extinguished at Menards parking lot
Fire
Menards Dr, Council Bluffs, IA 51503
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported vehicle fire at a Menards store. The fire was put out, and the vehicle owner arranged for a private tow to remove the vehicle from the lot.
Alleged mistreatment of dogs outside Cattleman Pool
Other Incidents
16th Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51501
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a possible animal welfare concern at a parking lot near 16th Avenue in Council Bluffs. A caller reported three dogs running through her yard, and two people, one male and one female, allegedly grabbed the dogs by the neck and dragged them into a vehicle parked at the lot. The caller believed the people may be living out of the vehicle.
Truck parked for a week blocking traffic lane
Traffic
Ave F, Council Bluffs, IA 51501
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a parking complaint near Avenue F in Council Bluffs involving a gray Dodge pickup reportedly obstructing traffic and parked there for about a week.
Erratic driving report on Interstate 29 near exit 47
Traffic
I-29, Council Bluffs, IA
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of a gray SUV driving erratically and brake-checking the caller near Interstate 29 southbound exit 47. The vehicle reportedly had a male driver and a small child inside, and the child was reported to be screaming before the SUV exited at exit 47.
Car fire in store parking lot near entrance doors
Fire
Menard Dr, Council Bluffs, IA 51503
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported vehicle fire in the Menards parking lot near the entrance doors. A black Dodge Avenger was reportedly on fire with smoke and flames, and someone was trying to put it out with an extinguisher.
Man reported assaulting woman in car at Regal Towers
Assault Report
S 6th St, Council Bluffs, IA 51501
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported assault at an apartment building on South 6th Street. A witness reported that a man threw a cup at a woman in a gray sedan. The man was later said to be waiting outside the building, and no weapons were reported.
Break-in reported at Avenue B residence
Break-In
Avenue B, Council Bluffs, IA 51501
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a possible break-in at a residence on Avenue B, where they were asked to meet with the reporting party and review available suspect information.
Elderly woman receives lift assist at Perrin Place
Medical Emergency
Perrin Pl, Council Bluffs, IA 51503
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a lift assist medical call for a 79-year-old woman at a residence near Perrin Place. She was reported conscious and breathing with no injuries, and the unit cleared the call as a priority two response.
Residential alarm reported on Gladbrook Drive
Break-In
Gladbrook Dr, Council Bluffs, IA 51503
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported residential alarm at a home on Gladbrook Drive, with alarm zones for the basement and front or patio door. No responsible party was reached, and one assisting unit was canceled.
Minor fluid spill after two-car crash on Frontage Road
Traffic
W Broadway, Council Bluffs, IA
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a minor fluid spill from a two-vehicle accident on southbound Frontage Road near West Broadway Street. One truck continued to the scene while another unit was told to disregard because the incident was not on the interstate.
Two-car crash with fluid spill on West Broadway
Traffic
W Broadway, Council Bluffs, IA
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a two-vehicle crash at South Frontage Road and West Broadway involving a Toyota RAV4 and a Dodge Charger. No injuries are reported, but there is a fluid spill and the fire department has been dispatched to respond.
Elderly woman assisted after fall at apartment
Medical Emergency
North Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51503
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a lift assist at an apartment in North Avenue Towers on North Avenue for an 84-year-old woman who had fallen and was conscious and breathing, with no reported injuries. A separate minor fluid spill was reported on southbound Frontage Road near West Broadway Street.
Traffic stop on unplated blue Ford Edge
Traffic
Valley View Dr & Madison Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51503
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop near Valley View Drive and Madison Avenue involving a blue Ford Edge that reportedly had no license plate.
68-year-old woman with abdominal pain and dizziness
Medical Emergency
S 3rd St, Council Bluffs, IA 51503
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a medical call for a 68-year-old woman at an apartment in Camelot Village on South 3rd Street. She was conscious and breathing but unable to eat and reported abdominal pain and dizziness, with a possible diverticulitis flare-up.
Woman conscious with abdominal pain at Ave Q and N 25th St
Medical Emergency
N 25th St & Ave Q, Council Bluffs, IA 51501
As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS units were sent to Avenue Q and North 25th Street for a reported 45-year-old woman who was conscious and breathing but experiencing abdominal or side pain. Responders were directed to open gates near the intersection.
92-year-old woman with severe cold and unable to eat
Medical Emergency
Midland Dr, Council Bluffs, IA 51503
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a reported medical issue involving a sick elderly woman at a home near Midland Drive. The woman reportedly had a bad cold, was having difficulty speaking, had not eaten for about a week, and was alone. Responders arrived and requested no lights or sirens if possible.
Panic alarm activated at Dodge House main floor
Suspicious Activity
S 3rd St, Council Bluffs, IA 51503
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a possible panic alarm at a building on South Third Street, described as the Dodge House, with an audible alarm on the main floor and a silver trip wire.
