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Emergency Incidents
Alarm investigation at Lakeshore Drive home
Fire
Lakeshore Dr, Dowagiac, MI 49047
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported fire alarm at a residence near Lakeshore Drive in Wayne Township. The caller was unsure if it was a smoke or carbon monoxide alarm. Responders reported no obvious signs of smoke or fire and nothing showing on arrival.
Money stolen from bank account at Riverside apartment
Fraud Report
Riverside Dr, Dowagiac, MI 49047
As discussed during the dispatch call, a caller reported that money was stolen from a bank account at an apartment on Riverside Drive in Dowagiac.
Elderly woman with head bump after fall in assisted living
Medical Emergency
Amerihost Dr, Dowagiac, MI 49047
As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS reports transporting an 86-year-old woman from an assisted living facility to a hospital after a reported ground-level fall about 40 minutes earlier. She has a small bump on her head, stable vital signs, and is expected to arrive in about three minutes.
86-year-old female falls and hits head at assisted living
Medical Emergency
Amerihost Dr, Dowagiac, MI 49047
As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS was dispatched to an assisted living facility on Amerihost Drive for an 86-year-old woman who reportedly fell and struck her head. She was conscious, alert, and responding appropriately, and responders were requested to evaluate her.
Driver found with suspended license in Dowagiac
Traffic
W High St, Dowagiac, MI 49047
As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer conducted a records check on a man during a traffic stop near West High Street. The check indicated the man’s license was suspended, with no wants or warrants reported.
47-year-old man fell and now has weakness at home
Medical Emergency
Spruce St, Dowagiac, MI 49047
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a priority medical call near Spruce Street and the intersection of Center and Green for a 47-year-old man who reportedly fell on Monday and is now weak and unable to get up.
84-year-old woman falls from chair needing lift assist
Medical Emergency
Morton St, Dowagiac, MI 49047
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched for a priority two lift assist near Morton Street between Arnold Avenue and Lakeview Drive for an 84-year-old woman who reportedly fell from her chair and needed help getting up, with no injuries reported.
Person requires lift assist at residence on Spruce Street
Medical Emergency
Spruce St, Dowagiac, MI 49047
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a reported medical alarm and lift assist at a residence near Spruce Street. The call was reported by an alarm company, with no contact made at the location and lockbox information available.
Man pushing van along road near gas station
Suspicious Activity
W Telegraph St & N Front St, Dowagiac, MI 49047
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a report of a suspicious man pushing a silver or white van southbound near North Front Street and West Telegraph Street in Dowagiac. The man was reportedly dressed in black and had the vehicle lights on, and he may have entered a nearby gas station.
Man feeling unwell after medical procedure in Dowagiac
Medical Emergency
Indian Lake Rd, Dowagiac, MI 49047
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a medical call for a 26-year-old man feeling unwell after a recent procedure near Indian Lake Road and School Street in Silver Creek Township.
Possible house fire ruled out on 95th Ave
Fire
95th Ave, Dowagiac, MI 49047
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a possible structure fire at a single-story residence near 95th Avenue in Dowagiac. The first-arriving unit reported nothing showing from three sides, investigated the area, and incoming units were later cleared and told to return.
Woman aged 37 has seizure due to alcohol withdrawal
Medical Emergency
Co Rd 690, Dowagiac, MI 49047
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical responders were dispatched to a location on County Road 690 for a 37-year-old woman reportedly having an active seizure related to alcohol withdrawal.
Minor crash in parking lot on North Law Street
Traffic
North St, Dowagiac, MI 49047
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported private property crash on North Law Street in Dowagiac involving a Chevy Silverado and a Hyundai Santa Fe. The caller reported that one vehicle was trying to park when it struck the other, and both drivers were standing outside.
Dispute over belongings at East Main Street home
Domestic Dispute
Jefferson St, Dowagiac, MI 49047
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a possible civil or property dispute near East Main Street and Jefferson Street in Dowagiac, where a caller reported a man in a white Bronco asking for belongings from a relationship.
Suicidal situation with possible intoxicants near Morton Street in Wayne Township
Medical Emergency
Morton St, Dowagiac, MI 49047
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews staged near Morton Street in Wayne Township for a reported suicidal situation with possible intoxicants. Law enforcement was en route. The subject was reported to be in a gray SUV in the driveway, and the subject’s mother reportedly had possession of both firearms.
Suspicious van reported at dark house on Alma Street
Suspicious Activity
Alma St, Dowagiac, MI 49047
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to conduct a welfare check near Alma Street and McClure after a caller reported a white van in the driveway of a dark house believed to be a residence. The caller requested contact at her own home after knocking with no answer.
Medical units respond to incident near E Railroad St in Dowagiac
Medical Emergency
E Railroad St, Dowagiac, MI 49047
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical and police units responded to a possible medical emergency near East Railroad Street in Dowagiac. The exact medical issue was not stated in the radio traffic.
Neighbor dispute after condiments reportedly poured on porch
Property Damage
E Railroad St, Dowagiac, MI 49047
As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer was requested regarding a neighbor dispute/possible vandalism near E Railroad St. A caller reported a child at a nearby apartment may have poured condiments along a porch, and the caller also requested an officer at their residence.
Intoxicated man reportedly makes threats at Parkside Apartments
Assault Report
E Railroad St, Dowagiac, MI 49047
As discussed during the dispatch call, caller at Parkside Apartments on E Railroad St reported an apparently intoxicated white male from a nearby gray house walking back and forth and making threats to harm her and her family. Dispatch also indicated the situation may be connected to related calls involving nearby residences on E Railroad St, and officers responded.
Online theft of personal ID reported
Fraud Report
Yaw St, Dowagiac, MI 49047
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported identity theft incident at a residence near Yale Street in Silver Creek Township, where a caller said their identification was stolen online.
