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Emergency Incidents
Power outage affecting traffic lights in Essex
Road Closure
N Marlyn Ave & Eastern Blvd, Essex, MD 21221
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible blackout near Eastern Boulevard and North Marlyn Avenue, with traffic lights out in both directions and nearby homes and businesses without power. Utility and light crews were requested to respond to the affected intersections.
Person experiencing trouble breathing on Franklin Avenue
Medical Emergency
Franklin Ave, Essex, MD 21221
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical crews were dispatched for a possible breathing problem near North Street, First Avenue, and Franklin Avenue in Essex.
Gas leak reported on Poles Road in Essex
Fire
Poles Rd, Essex, MD 21221
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were dispatched to a possible gas leak near Poles Road by Crow Road and Silver Road in Essex, Maryland.
Man attempts to drown but avoids water at Essex dock
Medical Emergency
Nicolay Way, Essex, MD 21221
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded near a dock and nearby school area after a report that a man had attempted to drown in the water but did not get in. Units searched the area including the woods and back of the school, located the man, and took him into custody. A medic was later canceled after officers reported the man began to fight.
Woman reports being chased near Middleborough woods
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to check a report near Middleborough Road and Queen’s Purchase Road, where a caller said a known person was chasing her while she was in the woods near the water. A later radio update mentioned someone attempting to run toward another person.
Person taken into custody on Homberg Avenue
Other Incidents
Homberg Ave & E Homberg Ave, Essex, MD 21221
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers discussed a possible arrest near East Homberg Avenue and Homberg Avenue in Essex, with one person reported in custody and case and arrest numbers being exchanged over the radio.
Two suspects flee abandoned car near Elks Lodge
Suspicious Activity
E Homberg Ave, Essex, MD 21221
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a report of a vehicle that reportedly drove into the Elks Lodge parking lot near East Homberg Avenue. Two male suspects were said to have abandoned the car and fled on foot toward nearby woods and water. Officers set up a perimeter around the area, checked school cameras, and searched with a K9 unit.
Maternity emergency near Tace Drive in Essex
Medical Emergency
Tace Dr, Essex, MD 21221
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched for a possible maternity-related medical emergency near K Drive by Martin Avenue and Middleborough Road. Engine 71 and Medic 58 were assigned to the call.
Traffic stop on silver Acura at South Maryland
Traffic
Renfrew St & S Marlyn Ave, Essex, MD 21221
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop on a silver Acura near South Maryland and Rumford Drive. The stop was later reported as already cleared.
Man tries to open doors at Essex apartment building
Suspicious Activity
Southeastern Ct, Essex, MD 21221
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a report of a suspicious person near Southeastern Court by Pleasant Road and Hooper Avenue. A caller reported an older man dressed in black clothing trying to open or pick a door and knocking on random doors before leaving on foot toward Hooper Avenue and Pleasant Road.
Ongoing yelling complaint at High Seas Court home
Disturbance
High Seas Ct, Essex, MD 21221
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a noise complaint near High Seas Court in the Hopkins Creek area, where yelling was reported for several hours, possibly related to someone playing a video game and becoming frustrated.
Ongoing yelling noise complaint on High Seas Court
Disturbance
High Seas Ct, Essex, MD 21221
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a reported noise complaint near High Seas Court in the Hopkins Creek dead-end area, where yelling and possible video game frustration had reportedly been ongoing for several hours.
Unconscious person found near Foxwood Lane
Medical Emergency
Foxwood Ln, Essex, MD 21221
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched for a possible unconscious person near Foxwood Lane by Penge's Road and Paper Mill Lane in Essex, Maryland.
Gas odor reported at Poles Road residence
Fire
Poles Rd, Essex, MD 21221
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of a possible gas odor near Poles Road. The caller was outside the location, and fire personnel were being directed to the scene.
Gas odor reported inside home on Poles Road
Fire
Poles Rd, Essex, MD 21221
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of a possible gas odor inside a location on Poles Road, and fire personnel were notified to respond.
Traffic stop on black Honda Civic in Essex
Traffic
Middleborough Rd, Essex, MD 21221
As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer conducted a traffic stop on a black Honda Civic between Mansfield Road and Middleborough Road in Essex, Maryland.
Person with chest pain near Maryland Avenue
Medical Emergency
Maryland Ave, Essex, MD 21221
As discussed during the dispatch call, paramedics were dispatched for a possible chest pain medical emergency near South Maryland Avenue across from Sandalwood Road in Deep Creek.
Person with hemorrhage near Foxwood Ln
Medical Emergency
Foxwood Ln, Essex, MD 21221
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency units were dispatched to a possible hemorrhage at a residence near Foxwood Lane in Essex, with an ambulance and a fire engine responding as first responders.
Person with hemorrhage at Foxwood Lane, Essex, MD
Medical Emergency
Foxwood Ln, Essex, MD 21221
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency units are responding to a possible hemorrhage at a residence near Foxwood Lane in Hanover Ridge, close to Benji's Road and Pepper Lane.
Unoccupied gray SUV blocking part of roadway
Traffic
Ashbridge Dr, Essex, MD 21221
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a gray SUV partially in or over the roadway near Ashbridge Drive in Essex, with no occupant visible. EMS requested police to secure the vehicle because it may be a roadway hazard.
