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Emergency Incidents
Person reports family killed and hides near car lot
Suspicious Person
US-1, Vero Beach, FL 32967
As discussed during the dispatch call, deputies responded to a report of a suspicious person near car dealerships on US Highway 1 in Vero Beach. A caller reported a shirtless man in (description withheld) who said someone had killed his family and boyfriend, asked for help, and then ran toward the dealerships. The man was reportedly seen hiding under a gray SUV before getting up and walking away in an unknown direction.
Person unresponsive and intubated near Old Dixie Hwy
Medical Emergency
Old Dixie Hwy, Vero Beach, FL 32967
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a possible medical emergency near Old Dixie Highway in Vero Beach, where a patient was reported unresponsive and intubated.
Man with suicidal thoughts taken to hospital under Baker Act
Medical Emergency
13th Pl, Vero Beach, FL 32960
As discussed during the dispatch call, deputies and EMS responded to a medical assist at an apartment complex for an adult male reporting mental health issues and suicidal thoughts without self-harm. The man requested to go to the hospital and was later transported, possibly under a Baker Act order.
Suspicious person pulling on car door handles
Suspicious Activity
US-1, Vero Beach, FL 32960
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of a possible attempted vehicle burglary at a dealership on US 1 in Vero Beach. A man in dark clothing was reportedly pulling on vehicle door handles, then got into a blue Subaru SUV and was later seen walking northbound on the sidewalk and standing in an overflow parking lot north of the dealership.
Disabled vehicle on 66th Avenue northbound
Traffic
66th Ave, Vero Beach, FL 32967
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were advised of a possible disabled vehicle traveling northbound on 66th Avenue near the 2800 block with its hazard lights on, and units were asked to check on it.
Elderly homeless woman with neck pain at school
Medical Emergency
20th Ave, Vero Beach, FL 32960
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were requested to assist an 83-year-old homeless woman with reported neck pain near a Catholic school, with access through a nearby street and closed road area.
Injury crash involving two vehicles on Highland Drive
Traffic
Highland Dr SE, Vero Beach, FL 32962
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a crash with injuries near Highland Drive Southeast involving a red Mazda 3 and a black Ford SUV. One patient reportedly complained of chest pain and medical assistance was requested.
All mailboxes left open near 44th Street
Theft Report
44th St, Vero Beach, FL 32967
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a property complaint near 44th Street in Vero Beach, where a caller reported that all the mailboxes at the location were reportedly left open.
Vehicle and bicyclist crash on US-1 in Vero Beach
Traffic
U.S. Rte 1, Vero Beach, FL 32960
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported crash between a vehicle and a bicyclist near a business on US-1. The bicyclist reportedly had a head injury but later refused medical treatment and was alert and responsive.
Red crossover blocking eastbound lane on 12th Street
Traffic
12th St, Vero Beach, FL 32960
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported traffic hazard involving a red Chevy crossover eastbound in the right lane and blocking traffic near the (number withheld) block of 12th Street.
Suspicious hang-up call on 1st Street southeast
Suspicious Activity
1st St SW, Vero Beach, FL 32968
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a possible long hang-up call near 1st Street Southeast in Vero Beach. Radio traffic indicates contact was made and then no contact was established.
Adult female detained under Baker Act at Cleveland Clinic ER
Medical Emergency
36th St, Vero Beach, FL 32960
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic indicates an adult female at a Cleveland Clinic emergency room in Vero Beach is being held under a possible involuntary psychiatric hold.
Front door motion alarm at Vero Beach residence
Break-In
100th Ct, Vero Beach, FL 32967
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported front door motion alarm at a home near 100th Court in Vero Beach. A black Chevy truck associated with the address was noted, and later radio traffic indicated contact was made and the alarm was confirmed as a front door motion activation.
Loud yelling complaint at Vero Beach apartment
Disturbance
71st Cir unit 201, building 10, Vero Beach, FL 32966
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a reported disturbance at an apartment complex on 71st Circle in Vero Beach, where a caller reported yelling, shouting, profanity, and loud noise coming from a male in an apartment. The caller later indicated the noise was coming from apartment (number withheld) and did not want contact with officers.
Suspicious running SUV parked at Vero Beach Wawa
Suspicious Activity
US-1, Vero Beach, FL 32967
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a report of a dark blue Ford SUV parked for hours in front of a convenience store on US Highway 1 with no one nearby and the vehicle still running.
Alarm call for trespasser at highway property
Break-In
Jimmy Buffett Mem Hwy, Vero Beach, FL 32963
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received an alarm call for a possible trespasser at a business near Highway A1A in Sebastian, Florida.
Man in hospice care found deceased at home
Medical Emergency
96th Ct, Vero Beach, FL 32967
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers reported a possible death investigation at a residence near 96th Court in Vero Beach. A caller said her husband, who was in hospice care, had passed away, and nurses were already on scene. The patient was described as a 68-year-old man.
Person loitering in McDonald’s parking lot
Suspicious Activity
S U.S. 1, Vero Beach, FL 32962
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a report of a suspicious man in a black hoodie walking around the parking lot and building area of a fast food restaurant on South US 1 in Vero Beach. The man was reportedly in the area for about two hours while people were trying to leave.
Crash scene with person down and no movement on I-95 northbound near the Oslo Road on-ramp
Traffic
I 95 and Oslo Road, Vero Beach, Florida 32968, United States
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic describes a crash scene on I-95 northbound near the Oslo Road on-ramp. Airbags deployed and responders report one person on the ground with no movement; they indicate only one subject appears to be involved and no others are outstanding. Traffic is backed up and the on-ramp is being shut down.
Traffic stop on black Honda at 20th Street
Traffic
20th St & 43rd Ave, Vero Beach, FL 32960
As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer conducted a traffic stop near 20th Street and 43rd Avenue in Vero Beach involving a black Honda, after an initial report of a black Corolla.
