Odor of smoke reported on Beech Street
FireAs discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were sent to a location near Beech Street in Cranford for a possible odor of smoke, with no smoke or fire seen by the caller.
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Fire87-year-old man found after fall at apartment
Medical EmergencyAs discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to an apartment on Riverside Drive in Cranford for a medical call involving an 87-year-old man who reportedly fell.
87-year-old male fell at Cranford apartment
Medical EmergencyAs discussed during the dispatch call, eMS was dispatched to a location near Riverside Drive in Cranford for a reported 87-year-old man who fell on Thursday and is now in pain.
Tree debris damages fence on Davis Street
Property DamageAs discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to a home on Davis Street in Cranford for a reported property damage incident involving a neighbor’s tree company and branches that apparently fell on the caller’s fence.
Suspicious solicitor and vehicle near North Lehigh
Suspicious ActivityAs discussed during the dispatch call, units were sent to check a report of a suspicious man, possibly soliciting, in the area of North Lehigh Avenue in Cranford. The caller said he became argumentative and mentioned a gray Tesla nearby.
Loose manhole cover reported on Centennial Avenue
Road ClosureAs discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a report of a loose manhole cover on Centennial Avenue. The cover was checked and appeared to be a bit loose but not an apparent hazard at that time, and the public works department was notified.
Welfare check for intoxicated man at South Ave apartment
Medical EmergencyAs discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to an apartment on East South Ave in Cranford for a welfare check after a caller reported that a 17-year-old’s father was intoxicated, not answering the phone, and had not been contacted for less than an hour.
Police check vehicle tied to cosmetic thefts
Theft ReportAs discussed during the dispatch call, officers were asked by New York State Police to check a vehicle at a location on South New Drive in Cranford, New Jersey, for a car reportedly wanted in multiple cosmetic thefts and to determine if it was present.
Water main break on curb in front of home
Other Non-Crime EventAs discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported water main break near Manor Avenue. The issue was found along the curb line or front lawn area rather than in the street, and the water company was requested to be notified. Fire personnel were not needed.
82-year-old woman unconscious, later breathing near Cranford
Medical EmergencyAs discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a location near High Street for an 82-year-old woman who was reported unconscious and having trouble breathing. Radio updates later indicated the patient was breathing.
Person found unconscious then conscious near Cranford
Medical EmergencyAs discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical responders were dispatched to a location on High Street in Cranford for a person who was initially reported unconscious but then corrected to be conscious.
Open business door at Cranford Ruby Theater
Suspicious ActivityAs discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a report of an open front door at the Cranford Ruby Theater on West North Avenue. The owner reported seeing the business door open on cameras, and cleaning staff may have left it unlocked. Officers checked the business and cleared the area.
Elderly man with mental health issue at Spring Garden St
Medical EmergencyAs discussed during the dispatch call, eMS was dispatched to a location on Spring Garden Street for an elderly man with a possible mental or psychiatric issue.
Man with puncture scratches evaluated after fall
Medical EmergencyAs discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were asked to send an ambulance for an injured man near West Holly and Alison, with evaluation requested at a house on Spring Garden Street. The man reportedly had a few puncture scratches and may have fallen.
Psychiatric emergency reported at Ramapo Court
Medical EmergencyAs discussed during the dispatch call, first aid and police were dispatched to a possible psychiatric emergency near Ramapo Court in Cranford, with police already on scene.
Psychiatric emergency near Ramapo Court in Cranford
Medical EmergencyAs discussed during the dispatch call, first aid was dispatched to a possible psychiatric emergency near Ramapo Court, with police already on scene.
Search for disoriented man after leaving home
Missing PersonAs discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent near Spring Garden Street in Cranford after a caller reported her husband (name withheld), an older man who recently had surgery, left the house on foot within the last 30 minutes and may be delirious or hallucinating from medication. The caller said he was not fully dressed and she is unsure where he went. EMS/first aid was also dispatched.
Welfare check requested for man fearing spirit outside home
Medical EmergencyAs discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to a home on Lamberth Court for a welfare check after a caller reported a possible spirit outside and said he feared it might end his life.
Parking complaint about multi-colored vehicle
TrafficAs discussed during the dispatch call, officers are responding to a possible parking complaint involving a blue multi-colored vehicle reported near Chester Lane in Cranford.
Child yelling prompts welfare check at home near Chippewa Lane
Medical EmergencyAs discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers requested a welfare check near Chippewa Lane after a caller reported hearing a child yelling or crying and possible arguing in the background. A mother said her smartwatch indicated she had fallen, but she reported that everything was fine and no response was needed.
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