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Emergency Incidents
Trespassing complaint at Stripes on US 290
Suspicious Activity
US-290, Elgin, TX 78621
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a trespassing complaint at a convenience store on West US 290 in Elgin. A man in a black jacket with a backpack and water jug was reportedly sleeping outside and then walking toward a nearby pawn shop. Store managers said they did not want to pursue criminal trespass action.
Trespassing complaint at store on US 290
Break-In
US-290, Elgin, TX 78621
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported trespassing incident near a convenience store and pawn shop on West US 290 in Elgin. A man wearing a black jacket, backpack, and carrying a water jug was reportedly sleeping outside and had been there since the previous day. The store manager reported that the man moved from the back to the front of the property after being told to leave.
City workers accused of damaging front yard
Property Damage
Martin Luther King Blvd, Elgin, TX 78621
As discussed during the dispatch call, a caller requested law enforcement near South Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard in Elgin regarding an issue with city employees allegedly causing damage to her front yard.
Person chasing cows on property behind school
Other Incidents
Old McDade Rd, Elgin, TX 78621
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers received a report of cows possibly belonging to a property near Old McDade Road, with a person on a four-wheeler chasing them on land behind a school. Units were sent to check the situation and contact the property owner.
Traffic stop on West US 290 in Elgin
Traffic
US-290, Elgin, TX 78621
As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer conducted a traffic stop near the 600 block of West US 290 involving a vehicle reportedly traveling about 25 to 27 miles per hour in a 25 mile per hour zone.
Traffic stop finds vehicle flagged from California
Traffic
S Main St, Elgin, TX 78621
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop near the 300 block of South Main involving a vehicle with a specific license plate. Records indicated a possible stolen vehicle hit from California with no extradition. Later, emergency units were dispatched to a priority traffic accident near State Highway 71.
Person treated after fall near Meadow Cove
Medical Emergency
Meadow Cove, Elgin, TX 78621
As discussed during the dispatch call, paramedics were dispatched to a residence near Meadow Cove in Elgin for a reported fall with a priority two response. One medic unit reported an extended arrival time, another unit was sent, and the initial unit was later canceled after a reported refusal while the other unit continued responding.
Person treated for fall near Meadow Cove, Elgin
Medical Emergency
Meadow Cove, Elgin, TX 78621
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a reported fall injury near Meadow Cove in Elgin, with a priority two response. A fire engine reported arriving on scene, and a medic unit was later rebroadcast the call with an extended estimated arrival time.
Person experiencing breathing problems near Elgin
Medical Emergency
Arbors Cir, Elgin, TX 78621
As discussed during the dispatch call, medic 6 was dispatched to a possible breathing problem at a residence on Arbor Circle in Elgin, Texas.
Woman transported emergent for breathing problems in Elgin
Medical Emergency
Arbors Cir, Elgin, TX 78621
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical crews responded to a home near Arbor Circle for a person having breathing problems. One female patient was transported emergent to a hospital in Lafayette.
Medical alarm dispatched to correct address in Elgin TX
Medical Emergency
FM3000, Elgin, TX 78621
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical crews were dispatched for a possible medical alarm at a residence near Farm to Market Road 3000 in Elgin, Texas, after the initial location was updated from a pinged address to the patient’s actual address.
Traffic stop on US 290 in Elgin
Traffic
US-290, Elgin, TX 78621
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a possible traffic stop on eastbound US 290 near a numbered address and later cleared the scene code four.
Traffic stop finds expired insurance on Subaru
Traffic
US-290, Elgin, TX 78621
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop on a black Subaru on westbound US 290 near River Road. The vehicle’s insurance was reported as expired.
Traffic stop on US 290 in Elgin
Traffic
US-290, Elgin, TX 78621
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop in the 200 block of West 290 in Elgin involving a silver 2010 Ford sedan. The vehicle’s insurance was confirmed, and a driver’s license check was requested.
Infant initially reported not breathing near Old McDade Rd
Medical Emergency
Old McDade Rd, Elgin, TX 78621
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a medical call near Old McDade Rd for a one-year-old initially reported not breathing. Responders began CPR, requested air medical support, and later reported the infant was breathing and canceled additional units.
Traffic stop for vehicle with expired registration
Traffic
US-290, Elgin, TX 78621
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop on the 100 block of West US 290 involving a white 2023 Cadillac Carryall. The vehicle’s insurance was confirmed, but its registration was reported as expired. The driver was identified as eligible for a Class C license.
Large controlled burn at Willow Creek Drive property
Fire
Willow Creek Dr, Elgin, TX 78621
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported outside fire near Willow Creek Drive in Lee County. The incident was determined to be a large controlled burn, with the property owner on scene with machinery and water. Fire units reduced their response and cleared the area.
Loose saddle horse running on County Line Road
Traffic
County Line Rd, Elgin, TX 78621
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a report of a loose saddle horse running down County Line Road near the (address_number withheld) block and Baker, creating a possible traffic hazard.
Outside fire and smoke investigation on Willow Road
Fire
Willow Rd, Elgin, TX 78621
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units were dispatched to a possible outside fire and smoke investigation near Willow Road in Elgin, Texas.
Disabled SUV blocking school bus exit in Elgin
Traffic
N Avenue C, Elgin, TX 78621
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported disabled red SUV blocking the bus exit and roadway near Elgin Middle School on North Avenue C. A tow truck and another unit were requested, and officers discussed whether the vehicle could be moved into neutral and rolled out of the way.
