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Emergency Incidents
Two disabled vehicles hit pole on I-80 off-ramp
Traffic
I 80 and Iowa Highway 146 Highway, Grinnell, Iowa 50112, United States
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible traffic incident on I-80 eastbound near mile marker 182, where two vehicles are disabled on the off-ramp after apparently hitting a pole. No injuries were reported, and the involved parties requested a report while a Cedar Rapids officer removed the pole from the ramp.
Two-vehicle crash and downed pole on I-80 off-ramp
Traffic
I-80, Grinnell, IA
As discussed during the dispatch call, deputies responded to a possible traffic crash on an interstate off-ramp near Highway 146 in Grinnell, Iowa, involving two vehicles and a downed utility pole in the roadway. One vehicle was reported as not drivable, and another vehicle was damaged after hitting the pole while it was lying across the road. A reporting party was identified by the caller and associated with the incident.
Pole struck near interstate off-ramp by Highway 146
Traffic
IA-146, Grinnell, IA
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic describes a possible traffic crash on an interstate off-ramp near Highway 146, where a pole appears to have been struck and two vehicles were stopped. Officers checked the vehicles and the roadway was later reported clear.
Air-medical transport request declined due to weather
As discussed during the dispatch call, an interhospital air-medical transport was requested from a hospital in Grinnell to a medical center in Des Moines for a patient weighing about 188 pounds. Multiple air medical services reportedly declined the flight due to weather conditions.
20-year-old woman weak and vomiting at home
Medical Emergency
8th Ave, Grinnell, IA 50112
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical crews were dispatched to a location near 8th Avenue for a reported 20-year-old woman who was weak, dizzy, vomiting, and unable to get out of bed.
Traffic stop on West Street South
Traffic
W St S, Grinnell, IA 50112
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conduct a traffic stop in the (number withheld) block of West Street South involving a vehicle registration check.
78-year-old male needs lift assist near 40th Street
Medical Emergency
40th St, Grinnell, IA 50112
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews are responding to a medical call for a 78-year-old man who needs a lift assist with no reported injuries near 40th Street in Grinnell, Iowa.
Woman reports online harassment by boyfriend
Domestic Dispute
W St S, Grinnell, IA 50112
As discussed during the dispatch call, a caller at a hotel in Grinnell requested police assistance regarding a boyfriend in Pennsylvania who allegedly doxed her and posted her personal information online. She reported being upset, locked out of her accounts, and wanted to discuss her options.
Officer responds to disturbance at McDonald's
Disturbance
West St, Grinnell, IA 50112
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are at a McDonald’s restaurant regarding a call for service that may involve a possible assault. The incident has not yet been coded as an assault.
Vehicle hits mailbox and leaves scene
Traffic
1st Ave W, Grinnell, IA 50112
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported hit-and-run property damage incident near First Avenue West in Grinnell, where a caller reported a vehicle struck and broke a mailbox and left the scene.
Woman injured in fight on 7th Avenue in Grinnell
Assault Report
7th Ave, Grinnell, IA 50112
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers received reports of a disturbance and possible assault near 7th Avenue and Broad Street in Grinnell. A woman reportedly came out of a residence bleeding from the hand, ran between nearby streets, and knocked on doors. Fire and medical units were requested to be on standby near Broad and 7th for the injured woman.
Reckless semi driver reported on I-80 westbound
Traffic
Interstate 80-Westbound, Grinnell, IA 50112
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of a possible reckless driver on Interstate 80 westbound near mile marker 181 involving a blue Volvo semi with a reefer trailer and California plates, allegedly brake checking and driving below the speed limit.
Officers respond to domestic dispute with yelling
Domestic Dispute
12th Ave, Grinnell, IA 50112
As discussed during the dispatch call, two officers are traveling to Grinnell for a reported domestic disturbance involving yelling at an apartment on 12th Avenue. It is unclear if any weapons are involved.
Officer assists couple at Maverick North lot
Other Non-Crime
West St, Grinnell, IA 50112
As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer requested a public assist be moved to a business parking lot to help a possible couple in need.
75-year-old woman with hip injury needs hospital transport
Medical Emergency
West St, Grinnell, IA 50112
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews are dispatched to a reported medical call at an apartment near West Street for a 75-year-old woman who hurt her hip and needs transport to a hospital.
Traffic stop involving gray Dodge Charger on I-80
Traffic
I-80, Grinnell, IA
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop on the interstate near mile marker 182 involving a gray Dodge Charger. Separately, fire and medical crews were dispatched to an apartment on West Street in Grinnell, Iowa, for a 75-year-old woman who reportedly hurt her hip and needed transport to a hospital.
Smoke-filled apartment on Sunset Street
Fire
Sunset St, Grinnell, IA 50112
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a report of an apartment full of smoke at a building on Sunset Street. Command reported there was no fire at that time and crews were ventilating the unit. Ladder 53 was later disregarded and returned to quarters.
Smoke-filled apartment after food left in oven
Fire
Sunset St, Grinnell, IA 50112
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported smoke incident inside an apartment at a building on Sunset Street in Grinnell. A person was reportedly sleeping inside and was awakened by the landlord. The smoke was apparently caused by a pizza left in the oven, and fire units arrived on scene.
Man dancing in street and yelling on Hamilton Avenue
Disturbance
Park St, Grinnell, IA 50112
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to reports of a suspicious man dancing in the street and making loud noises near Hamilton Avenue and Harlan Street in Grinnell, Iowa. Multiple units searched the surrounding area for the man.
Person dancing in street near High Street in Grinnell
Disturbance
High St, Grinnell, IA 50112
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a report of a man in a (description withheld) and (description withheld) dancing and singing loudly in the street near High Street, with concern that he might be hit by a car.
