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Emergency Incidents
Male patient with chest pain and breathing trouble
Medical Emergency
Broad St, Grinnell, IA 50112
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a medical call for a man with trouble breathing and chest pain near Broad Street in Grinnell. The reporting party was later with the patient, who was alert and conscious, and he was transported to a local hospital.
Intoxicated student found unresponsive at Smith Hall
Medical Emergency
Smith Hall, 1322 Park St, Grinnell, IA 50112
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a dormitory on Park Street for a reported medical emergency involving an 18-year-old student who was reportedly intoxicated and unresponsive but still breathing with a pulse.
Officers search for wanted man near fast food area
Domestic Dispute
West St, Grinnell, IA 50112
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers searched for a man with a reported in-house warrant for domestic abuse after he ran on foot near a video store and a fast-food restaurant, with updates on his direction and clothing as he moved through the area.
Employee feeling unwell sitting in car at Hy-Vee
Medical Emergency
W St S, Grinnell, IA 50112
As discussed during the dispatch call, ambulance is requested for a possible medical issue involving a store employee sitting in a silver sedan in the Hy-Vee parking lot after leaving work early and reportedly appearing sweaty.
Unattended damaged SUV blocking driveway
Traffic
West St, Grinnell, IA 50112
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a possible disabled vehicle blocking a south-end driveway at Maverick North. A Jeep Cherokee with front-end damage was reportedly parked in the middle of the driveway with hazard lights on, forcing other vehicles to go around. Ground units arrived on scene.
94-year-old with high blood sugar at Pearl Street
Medical Emergency
Pearl St, Grinnell, IA 50112
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a medical call at an apartment on Pearl Street for a 94-year-old patient with reportedly very high blood sugar.
Elderly patient near Pearl Street has high blood sugar
Medical Emergency
Pearl St, Grinnell, IA 50112
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews respond to a medical call for a 94-year-old patient with very high blood sugar at an apartment on Pearl Street in Grinnell.
Traffic stop for driver with suspended license
Traffic
High St, Grinnell, IA 50112
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop in the 800 block of High Street involving a vehicle with a valid Iowa plate. A records check indicated the driver may be suspended with prior offenses.
Underage drinking and unattended fire at Elm Street
Substance Use
Elm St, Grinnell, IA 50112
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a report of several juveniles drinking in a backyard near Elm Street with no adults present. A later update indicated a fire was burning behind the residence, and an officer planned to try making contact at the door.
Traffic stop on Fourth Avenue in Grinnell
Traffic
4th Ave W, Grinnell, IA 50112
As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer conducted a possible traffic stop near the (number withheld) block of Fourth Avenue in Grinnell involving a vehicle with a specific license plate.
Officer checks repeated 911 open-line call
Suspicious Activity
10th Ave, Grinnell, IA 50112
As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer was sent to check a possible abandoned 911 open-line call associated with a residence near 10th Avenue in Grinnell after no answer on callback and prior open-line history at that address.
69-year-old female treated for constipation at home
Medical Emergency
Hamilton Ave, Grinnell, IA 50112
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire medical personnel responded to a reported medical issue involving a 69-year-old woman with constipation near Hamilton Avenue in Grinnell. County 62 units were dispatched and arrived on scene.
Disabled vehicle on I-80 westbound near 186
Traffic
I-80, Grinnell, IA
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a disabled car traveling westbound on a highway near Grinnell, with no injuries reported. County units are being contacted to see if a closer unit is available.
Suspicious activity around truck and trailer at Walmart
Suspicious Activity
Industrial Ave, Grinnell, IA 50112
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a report of a suspicious blue truck with a white box trailer in the back of a Walmart parking lot near the tobacco store. The caller reported dogs barking, the vehicle suspension bouncing, and a lot of activity and movement around the vehicle.
Note left after parked car hit at Ahrens Park
Traffic
Paul w Ahrens, Grinnell, IA 50112
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of possible vehicle damage at Ahrens Park near the park gym. A woman said she found a note on her car stating that someone hit it, but the note reportedly did not include a name or phone number.
Traffic stop near fitness center on West Street
Traffic
W St S, Grinnell, IA 50112
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop in the 100 block of West Street South near a fitness business, checking a vehicle license plate.
Fire alarm investigated at Loose Hall
Fire
Loose Hall, 1215 East St, Grinnell, IA 50112
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported fire alarm at Loose Hall on East Street in Grinnell. Units arrived and reported nothing showing while they investigated.
Fire alarm activation at Loose Hall on campus
Fire
Loose Hall, 1215 East St, Grinnell, IA 50112
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported fire alarm sounding at a campus hall near East Street in Grinnell. Nothing was showing on arrival, and fire personnel were requested to respond and shut off the alarm.
Traffic stop on Fifth Avenue in Grinnell
Traffic
5th Ave, Grinnell, IA 50112
As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer conducted a traffic stop in the (number withheld) block of Fifth Avenue in Grinnell. The vehicle’s registration and driver status were checked, and the driver appeared to have a prior record for excessive speed.
Male fallen near East Street not injured
Medical Emergency
East St, Grinnell, IA 50112
As discussed during the dispatch call, a ground ambulance was dispatched to a location on East Street for a man who had reportedly fallen and was apparently not injured.
