Trash dumped in bags near Airport Road boat launch
DisturbanceAs discussed during the dispatch call, a caller reported a man allegedly dumping trash in contractor bags near the boat launch on Airport Road in Gardner.
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DisturbanceErratic driver follows woman and throws food at car
TrafficAs discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of a possible erratic driver in a dark gray Toyota Avalon who allegedly followed a caller from West Street toward a grocery store near Main Street in Gardner, brake-checked the caller’s vehicle, and threw food at it. The caller reported no damage to her vehicle and no injuries.
Person revived after overdose on Vernon Street
Substance UseAs discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers received a report of a possible overdose at an apartment on Vernon Street, with Narcan reportedly given and the patient’s lips described as blue. EMS was already on the way, and a responding officer later reported the male patient was conscious and alert.
Accidental 911 call from Main Street barber shop
Non-Crime EventAs discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to a possible accidental 911 call from an upstairs business on Main Street, where a man reportedly was trying to fix his phone and may have dialed emergency services by mistake.
Possibly rabid coyote near rotary off-ramp
Other Non-Crime EventAs discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of a possible rabid coyote hanging out on the Simplicity Rotary off-ramp toward Ashburnham.
Two-car crash at Parker and Nichols streets
TrafficAs discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a two-car motor vehicle crash near Nichols Street and Parker Street in Gardner, with fire and EMS units responding to the scene.
Welfare check at Gardner apartment ends with no contact
Medical EmergencyAs discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a welfare check at an apartment on Manca Drive in Gardner after a woman was not answering the door or texts. Her caretaker was on scene, and the call was later cleared with no contact made.
Animal quarantine issued at Baker Street home
Other Non-Crime EventAs discussed during the dispatch call, an animal control officer reportedly issued a possible quarantine order at a location on Baker Street and then cleared the scene.
Female allergic reaction to vaccine at community college
Medical EmergencyAs discussed during the dispatch call, mutual aid ambulance units were requested to a community college on Green Street in Gardner for a reported allergic reaction to a vaccine at the front entrance of the main building.
Officer follows up on nighttime barking complaint
DisturbanceAs discussed during the dispatch call, an officer spoke with residents about a reported barking dog problem at night near Highland Street and then went to a nearby location on Pearl Street to try to make contact with someone related to the complaint.
Officer observes barking dog complaint on Highland
DisturbanceAs discussed during the dispatch call, an officer was sent to Highland Street to check a possible barking dog complaint related to a nearby address on Pearl Street.
Neighbor dispute reported in apartment lobby
DisturbanceAs discussed during the dispatch call, an officer was requested to speak with someone in a lobby about a possible neighbor dispute.
Barking dog complaint on Pearl Street
DisturbanceAs discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a reported barking dog complaint near Pearl Street, where a caller said a dog was outside all day and night and requested that the owner be contacted.
Woman walking in roadway on West Street reported
Suspicious ActivityAs discussed during the dispatch call, a caller reported a woman walking in the middle of the roadway near West Street by Foss Road, and later on Han Street. An officer reported locating her and making contact.
Welfare check for missing adult with dementia
Missing PersonAs discussed during the dispatch call, officers respond to a welfare check near Coleman Street after a woman reported that her husband with dementia left the home. Her son is with him, and he is described as wearing a plaid shirt and jeans.
Intoxicated pedestrians near supermarket and CVS
Substance UseAs discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a report of two apparently intoxicated people walking around the Hannaford’s area. One was described as wearing an orange sweater. They were later reported walking toward the station and then near a CVS store.
Suspicious man reported on Allen Street in Gardner
Suspicious ActivityAs discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a report of a suspicious man near Allen Street who was allegedly lurking behind vehicles, trying to jump out at a caller’s car, and possibly following a woman walking a dog. The man was later contacted by officers in the area.
Vehicle dispute near Sherman street in Gardner
TrafficAs discussed during the dispatch call, an officer handled a vehicle-related complaint near Sherman Street involving a vehicle on private property. The woman involved was advised of her options, and the officer cleared the scene.
Vehicle left in unpaved lot at club entrance
Suspicious ActivityAs discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a fishing and gun club on Clark Street for a motor vehicle complaint involving a silver Dodge reportedly parked in the middle of an unpaved lot, with two people requesting that it be removed because it was not part of the club.
Road rage crash with airbags deployed on Chestnut St
TrafficAs discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic describes a past motor vehicle crash near Chestnut Street in Gardner, with airbags deployed and a possible road rage connection. One involved vehicle is described as an unoccupied U-Haul ramp truck, and another vehicle is identified by a Massachusetts commercial plate. A fire is reported to be obstructing the scene, and officers coordinate with other units and a nearby business.
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