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Emergency Incidents
Vehicle missing front tire swerving on service road
Traffic
Interstate 35, Denton, Texas 76207, United States
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a possible traffic hazard involving a vehicle with a damaged or missing front driver-side tire traveling on a service road near Hamlin. They also reported a possible frat party with loud music and marijuana odor at a nearby location.
20-year-old male overdose with racing heart in Denton
Medical Emergency
Sparrow St, Denton, TX 76205
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers received a report of a possible overdose involving a 20-year-old man near Sparrow Street, with concerns about his breathing and heart rate. Units were also sent to a nearby residence for reports of marijuana, loud music, and a large gathering. The patient reportedly wanted to cancel the medical call and be taken to a hospital instead.
Person overdosed near Fairway Drive, Denton
Medical Emergency
Fairway Drive, Denton, Texas 76210, United States
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a possible overdose at a location near Fairway Street in Denton, Texas.
Pickup drives in wrong lane through work zone
Traffic
W Oak St & N Elm St, Denton, TX 76201
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a report of a damaged Chevy pickup with a flat tire driving recklessly near Oak Street and Elm Street, including driving into oncoming lanes, over a median, and through a road construction zone. A separate call reported a possible overdose involving a 20-year-old man at a location on Sparrow Street.
Reckless pickup drives through road construction zone
Traffic
W University Dr, Denton, TX 76201
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic describes a possible reckless driver in a gray Chevy pickup with a flat tire and vehicle damage. The vehicle reportedly ran into road construction, drove through the construction zone, entered oncoming traffic, crossed a median, and continued northwest on Elm near University Drive. Units were dispatched and a security officer was reportedly behind the vehicle.
Traffic stop at Mayhill and University
Traffic
N Mayhill Rd & E University Dr, Denton, TX 76208
As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer conducted a possible traffic stop near Mayhill Road and University Drive involving a vehicle with a specific license plate.
Reckless driver in silver SUV swerving on Mayhill
Traffic
Mayhill, Denton, TX 76210
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of a silver Hyundai Tucson driving recklessly westbound, swerving between lanes and passing several streets in the Mayhill area of Denton, Texas.
Burglar alarm at Upscale Retail on Dallas Drive
Break-In
Dallas Dr, Denton, TX 76205
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a possible burglar alarm at an upscale retail location on Dallas Drive, with no key holder contact at the time of the alarm and a prior alarm history noted at West Falls Alarm.
People with flashlights on front lawn of home
Suspicious Activity
Swallowtail Ln, Denton, TX 76207
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a report of two to four men on the front lawn of a home on Swallowtail Lane in Denton, shining flashlights toward the house and front door. The caller reported the clothing was unknown because it was dark.
Mental health call cleared after caller refused contact
Medical Emergency
W University Dr, Denton, TX 76201
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a possible mental health-related call at Clayton House on West University Drive. The caller later declined to speak with an officer, and the call was cleared.
Reckless driver swerving on northbound highway
Traffic
S Mayhill Rd & S I-35E, Denton, TX 76210
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of a silver Nissan swerving on the northbound highway near mile marker 462, with the driver reportedly using a phone. The reporting party later exited the vehicle and stopped following it.
Harassment complaint near Londonderry Lane
Assault Report
Londonderry Ln, Denton, TX
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers discuss a possible harassment incident reported near Londonderry Lane and Route HQ, with a pending status and a possible related suspect or vehicle mentioned.
Medical transport code three to hospital in Denton
Medical Emergency
Denton, TX 76201
As discussed during the dispatch call, a medic unit is reported to be responding code three to a hospital in Denton for a possible patient transport. The patient’s condition is not stated in the radio traffic.
Possible injury incident at Spencer Rd and Northstar Rd
Medical Emergency
Spencer Rd & Northstar Rd, Denton, TX 76208
As discussed during the dispatch call, medics are responding to a possible injury incident near the intersection of North Star and Spencer Road in Denton, Texas.
Debris reported in roadway on Carroll and Crescent
Traffic
Crescent St & Carroll Blvd, Denton, TX 76201
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers discussed a possible traffic hazard involving debris in the roadway near Carroll Boulevard and Crescent Street, which was later reported to no longer be present.
Shoplifting report at Dillard’s in mall
Theft Report
S Interstate Hwy 35E, Denton, TX 76205
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a reported shoplifting incident at a department store in a mall. The unit later advised they could be cleared from the shoplifting call.
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a report of a verbally aggressive woman in front of a business on East University Drive. The woman was described as wearing a (description withheld) and (description withheld).
Report of vicious dog at Scripture Street home
Other Incidents
Scripture St, Denton, TX 76201
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers discuss a possible service call for a reported vicious dog at a residence on Scripture Street in Denton, with plans to re-contact the caller to see if the attacking dog was found.
Man reports death threat inside Denton apartment
Assault Report
Village E Dr, Denton, TX 76209
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a possible terroristic threat at an apartment complex near Village East Drive. A reporting party stated that someone named (person_name withheld) entered his apartment with a key and threatened to kill him. The reporting party planned to meet officers at the front of the building. Dispatch noted prior criminal trespass and family violence cautions and a possible misdemeanor warrant for another involved person.
