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Emergency Incidents
Person turning over gun to police at home
Weapons
Thompson Ln, Forest, VA 24551
As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer was requested near Thompson Lane after a complainant reported he was returning home and wanted to speak with law enforcement to turn over a gun, expected to arrive in about 10 minutes.
Argument over person in truck at Blackwater Road
Domestic Dispute
Blackwater Rd, Forest, VA 24551
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to a possible family dispute near Blackwater Road in Forest, where a caller requested help getting a woman out of a truck after an argument involving the caller’s son, who reportedly owns the vehicle.
Porch entry alarm at Whispering Springs home
Break-In
Whispering Springs Ct, Forest, VA 24551
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a possible burglary alarm at a home near Whispering Springs Court in Forest, Virginia, after an entry sensor on the porch reportedly activated.
Debris reported on railroad tracks near milepost 16
Traffic
Elkton Farm Rd, Forest, VA 24551
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible hazard with material in the middle of the railroad tracks near a milepost by Elkton Farm Road. Crews are instructed to pull up, stop, and then move forward.
Deer removed from roadway near car wash on 221
Traffic
Forest Rd, Forest, VA 24551
As discussed during the dispatch call, a deputy reported a road hazard involving a deer in the middle of the roadway near a car wash on 221, and then cleared the area after moving the animal.
Person with chest pain treated near Horizon Drive
Medical Emergency
Horizon Dr, Forest, VA 24551
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a priority chest pain medical call near Horizon Drive. Radio traffic also mentioned an open line with male parties arguing near the English Tavern, but the main confirmed incident was the medical response to the same address on Horizon Drive.
Possible poisoning reported near Lynchburg Highway
Medical Emergency
Lynchburg Hwy, Forest, VA 24551
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a stage near Lynchburg Highway for a possible poisoning, with the sheriff’s office also responding.
Man reports poisoning and dizziness at flea market
Medical Emergency
Lynchburg Hwy, Forest, VA 24551
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a welfare and possible medical check at a flea market on Lynchburg Highway for a 21-year-old man who reported being poisoned, hearing things, and feeling dizzy when standing after running through nearby woods.
Noise complaint and argument at Cedar Haven Court
Disturbance
Cedar Haven Ct, Forest, VA 24551
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are responding to multiple reports of a party restarting and women arguing near Cedar Haven Court in Forest, Virginia.
Cars blocking driveway and loud music reported
Disturbance
Cedar Haven Ct, Forest, VA 24551
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported noise complaint near Cedar Haven Court involving several vehicles blocking a driveway and playing loud music. Units were dispatched to check a red house near Josiah Drive.
Search for intoxicated driver who left possibly stolen SUV
Substance Use
Woodbridge Ct, Forest, VA 24551
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers reported a possible intoxicated male driver with a cut on his head leaving a residence on Woodbridge Court in a black Hyundai SUV and later a white Toyota SUV, heading toward route 221. The vehicle was reportedly reported stolen to another jurisdiction, and units were asked to stop it if seen.
Abandoned damaged minivan found outside bank
Traffic
Gristmill Dr, Forest, VA 24551
As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer checked a black Chrysler minivan parked in front of a bank in the Grissomville area. The vehicle appeared abandoned and possibly involved in a crash, with both right-side tires damaged and a likely busted axle. The tag was reported to be from New York and associated with a rental company in New Jersey.
Fight at West Apartments leaves one person injured
Assault Report
Odara Dr, Forest, VA 24551
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported fight at an apartment complex on Addair Drive involving three people near a gray Toyota Corolla in a handicap parking spot. One male appeared injured, and two males reportedly ran toward Waterlick Road. One male was later taken into custody, and the gray vehicle was seen moving within the complex before the caller lost sight of it.
Reckless driver nearly hits group of people
Traffic
Jefferson Ridge Rd & Perrowville Rd, Forest, VA 24551
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of a possible reckless driver in a silver SUV traveling from Jefferson Ridge Road toward a business area near Pearlville Road. The driver was reportedly possibly intoxicated and nearly hit a group of people.
Underage party causes disturbance at apartments
Disturbance
Jefferson Ridge Rd, Forest, VA 24551
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a large, possibly underage party at an apartment complex near Jefferson Ridge Road, where hundreds of people were reported yelling and moving through the area. A car alarm and possible property or vehicle impact noises were heard, and officers worked to disperse the crowd and contact the person in charge. A separate call reported very loud music from a vehicle parked outside a residence near West Lynchburg Town Turnpike.
Two unconscious individuals found near building in Forest
Medical Emergency
Smartview Lane, Forest, Virginia 24551, United States
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a possible medical emergency near a building on Smartview Lane in Forest, Virginia, where two people were reported passed out and it was unclear if they were breathing or had been drinking.
Car hits deer and leaks fluids at gas station
Traffic
Waterlick Rd, Forest, VA 24551
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic describes a possible car-versus-deer collision near a Marathon gas station on Waterlick Road. The vehicle reportedly pulled into the gas station parking lot, where it was smoking and leaking fluids, and responders were sent to manage the hazard and traffic.
Group of kids loitering/trespass complaint on Forest Road in Forest
Disturbance
Forest Rd, Forest, VA 24551
As discussed during the dispatch call, trespass/loitering call reporting a group of kids loitering in the area of Forest Road in Forest (exact business/location not clearly stated in the audio).
Person experiencing diabetic emergency at home
Medical Emergency
Merrywood Dr, Forest, VA 24551
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic indicates a possible diabetic medical emergency near Merrywood Drive in Forest, with Medic 27 responding and later going on scene.
Welfare check on woman seeking protective order
Domestic Dispute
Valleywood Dr, Forest, VA 24551
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to a home near Valleywood Drive for a welfare check on a caller’s daughter after she reportedly texted about trying to get a protective order against an ex-boyfriend.
