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Emergency Incidents
Patient transferred between hospitals in Decatur
Medical Emergency
Armstrong Ferry Rd, Decatur, TN 37322
As discussed during the dispatch call, medical crews arranged an interfacility transport from a hospital to a residence on Armstrong Ferry Road in Decatur, Tennessee. The patient reportedly weighs about 110 pounds and requires no special needs or isolation precautions.
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports that a Rhea County deputy is with a vehicle in Dayton that allegedly struck the side of a bridge on Highway 30 in Meigs County jurisdiction. Local deputies are asked to follow up and handle the incident.
Woman reports assault at sheriff’s office lobby
Assault Report
River Rd, Decatur, TN 37322
As discussed during the dispatch call, a deputy was requested to go to the sheriff’s office in Decatur, where a woman in the lobby wanted to report a possible assault that happened the previous day.
Vehicle hit deer near Big Springs Church of Christ
Traffic
Lamontville Rd, Decatur, TN 37322
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are responding to a reported vehicle crash involving a deer near a church off Lamontville Road. The caller’s black Ford Expedition is apparently not drivable and needs a report.
Report needed for earlier vehicle and deer crash
Traffic
Elm Cir, Decatur, TN 37322
As discussed during the dispatch call, a deputy was sent to a location on Elm Circle in Decatur for a delayed report of a black Toyota Highlander that reportedly struck a deer earlier on the county side of Highway 30.
Reckless truck reported speeding on Highway 30
Traffic
W, Decatur, TN 37322
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a black truck driving recklessly at high speed and onto the shoulder on Highway 30 toward the county.
Guns reported missing from home on Hammond Tree Lane
Weapons
Hammontree Ln, Decatur, TN 37322
As discussed during the dispatch call, a caller requested a deputy response to a home near Hammond Tree Lane off Cottonport to report a possible theft of two firearms, including a pistol and a rifle, with the time of disappearance unknown.
Woman unable to enter vehicle at Goodhope Lane
Medical Emergency
Goodhope Ln, Decatur, TN 37322
As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer was sent to a location on Good Hope Lane to help a woman who reported having her keys but being unable to get into her vehicle.
Altercation reported at Midway Mart parking lot
Assault Report
TN-58, Decatur, TN 37322
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of a possible altercation at a convenience store. One person reportedly remained on the property while another had left, and the caller requested a police report.
Theft reported at Decatur middle school
Theft Report
Main St, Decatur, TN 37322
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers are asked to open a possible theft report at a middle school in Decatur, Tennessee.
Car and deer crash on Highway 30 shoulder
Traffic
W, Decatur, TN 37322
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are responding to a reported car versus deer crash on Highway 30 near the Meigs County line, involving a tan Honda Civic that pulled onto the shoulder.
Caller reports harassment at Sadler Lane home
Domestic Dispute
Hall Cir, Decatur, TN 37322
As discussed during the dispatch call, a caller at a residence near Sadler Lane and Hall Circle requested a deputy’s response to obtain a report for possible harassment and to pursue restraining orders at the courthouse.
Person ordered trespassed from Burdette Chapel
Break-In
TN-58, Decatur, TN 37322
As discussed during the dispatch call, a deputy requested that a person be trespassed from a local chapel and said they would notify the person at the jail. The location was identified near State Highway 58 South by Cameron Road.
Car overturns in crash on Cottonport Road
Traffic
Cottonport Rd, Decatur, TN 37322
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a red sedan overturned on Cottonport Road with three occupants out of the vehicle and possible minor injuries. EMS is being requested and a unit is already on scene.
Rollover crash blocks Cottonport Road in Decatur
Traffic
Cottonport Rd, Decatur, TN 37322
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers received reports of a red sedan that rolled over and flipped upside down near Cottonport Road past Goodfield Creek Road, blocking the roadway. Multiple occupants were initially reported trapped, but later updates indicated everyone was out of the vehicle with only minor injuries.
Car and school bus collide head-on in Meigs County
Traffic
Burkett Chapel Rd, Decatur, TN 37322
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible head-on collision between a vehicle and a school bus just past a location on Burkett Chapel Road in Meigs County. Students were reportedly on the bus, but the number of students is unknown.
Rented vehicle reportedly not returned
Stolen Vehicle
Centerpoint Rd, Decatur, TN 37322
As discussed during the dispatch call, a deputy was sent to a location near Center Point Road to contact a person about a rented vehicle that was reportedly not returned, based on an NCIC message from Orlando police.
18-year-old male seizure on highway bridge
Medical Emergency
W, Decatur, TN 37322
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible medical emergency on Highway 30 at a bridge involving an 18-year-old male reportedly having a seizure and not breathing. Units are en route to assist.
Deputies search for speeding Dodge on River Road
Traffic
TN-58 & River Rd, Decatur, TN 37322
As discussed during the dispatch call, a deputy reported searching the area near River Road and Highway 58 for a Dodge that was reportedly driving quickly. The vehicle was not confirmed to have been located or contacted.
Vehicle off road due to mechanical problem
Traffic
Cottonport Rd, Decatur, TN 37322
As discussed during the dispatch call, a deputy assisted a driver whose black 1997 Jeep went off the side of the road near Cottonport Road after mechanical issues. The driver’s license and insurance were reportedly valid, and a family member was coming to remove the vehicle from the roadway.
