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Emergency Incidents
Wrong-way driver reported at Johnson and State
Traffic
State St & W Johnson St, Madison, WI 53703
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible wrong-way driver near Johnson Street and State Street in Madison. A unit indicates they are at a traffic stop and are not available for other calls.
Person resisting at hospital south-side lobby carport
Medical Emergency
Highland Ave, Madison, WI 53792
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a possible disturbance involving one person resisting at the south-side lobby carport entrance of a hospital emergency room. Additional units were sent to assist and provide standby at the ER post.
Suspicious vehicle reported on South Whitney Way
Suspicious Activity
S Whitney Way, Madison, WI 53711
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a report of suspicious activity near a business on South Whitney Way in Madison. A caller reported two men jumping out of a white SUV that was left parked on the street with its driver door open and lights on. The vehicle was later found with the registered owner in the driver’s seat, and it appeared the incident may have involved people going through parked cars.
Officer helps caller cut lost-key bicycle lock
Other Non-Crime Event
W Dayton St, Madison, WI 53715
As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer was dispatched to Union South on West Dayton Street to help a caller cut a bicycle cable lock after she lost her key. The caller was waiting on the Dayton Street side and had a picture of the bicycle and the original lock packaging.
Missing juvenile possibly located at hospital
Missing Person
Hammersley Rd, Madison, WI 53711
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a report of a missing person last seen around 7 a.m. and later possibly found at a residence and then at a hospital emergency room. During the same radio traffic, officers were also dispatched to check suspicious activity involving a vehicle near South Whitney Way.
Unruly person causing disturbance at home
Assault Report
Oriole Ln, Madison, WI 53704
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a reported physical disturbance at a home on Oriole Lane, where a caller reported an unruly man inside who was screaming and trying to start fights and wanted him removed.
Person voluntarily transported to hospital from Madison address
Medical Emergency
Highland Ave, Madison, WI 53792
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic indicates a unit is providing a voluntary medical transport for one person to a downtown hospital near Highland Avenue.
Pedestrian in roadway flagging cars near bus stop
Traffic
N Marquette St & E Washington Ave, Madison, WI 53704
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a report of a man standing in the roadway near East Washington Avenue and Marquette Street, trying to flag people down. The situation was treated as a possible pedestrian violation, and the man was described as an adult male who may have a disability.
Mental health evaluation requested at university campus
Medical Emergency
Marshall Ct, Madison, WI 53705
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are asked to stage near Marshall Court by the bike path on the UW campus for a possible welfare and mental health evaluation involving a person who may not go willingly.
Burnt food fills Mayfair Avenue apartment with smoke
Fire
Mayfair Ave, Madison, WI 53714
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported smoke condition at a two-story multifamily building near Mayfair Avenue. They found burnt food in an apartment and remained on scene to ventilate the area.
Person requiring medical aid near Country Grove Drive
Medical Emergency
Country Grove Dr, Madison, WI 53719
As discussed during the dispatch call, engine and medic units were dispatched to a possible medical incident near Country Grove Drive in Madison, Wisconsin.
Intoxicated son causing disturbance at Eric Circle home
Domestic Dispute
Eric Cir, Madison, WI 53713
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to a reported domestic disturbance near Eric Circle in Madison involving a highly intoxicated son who was screaming and acting uncontrollable. Dispatch indicated the situation had been verbal only and no weapons were involved.
Traffic stop at Parkside and East Washington
Traffic
Parkside Dr & E Washington Ave, Madison, WI 53704
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a possible traffic stop near the intersection of Parkside Drive and East Washington Avenue involving a specific vehicle license plate.
Person shouting outside hospital lobby walks away
Medical Emergency
S Park St, Madison, WI 53715
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to a hospital on South Park Street for a possible psychiatric issue involving a woman reportedly yelling outside. She later walked away, and responding units were told they could disregard.
Noise complaint about generator near public library
Disturbance
W Mifflin St, Madison, WI 53703
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a possible noise disturbance near a public library on Mifflin Street after multiple callers reported a generator running.
Officers search for woman reported missing via app
Missing Person
Walnut St, Madison, WI
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a welfare check and search for a missing woman near Walnut Street Bridge, the Shorewood pool by the railroad tracks, and the bike path behind the tennis courts after her brother reported her last known location through social media. An officer later believed they had located her behind the tennis courts and another unit joined them.
Gun involved in video game console sale dispute
Weapons
Theresa Terrace, Madison, WI 53711
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were asked to check a pending information call from a residence near Teresa Terrace in Madison about a possible sale of a PS5 that reportedly involved a gun.
Patient with psychological issues at Meriter lobby
Medical Emergency
S Park St, Madison, WI 53715
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency units are requested to a hospital in Madison for a patient in the lobby with a possible psychological issue.
Threats reported at middle school on Plum Road
Assault Report
Pflaum Rd, Madison, WI 53716
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported threats call at Senate Middle School on (license_plate withheld). A vehicle with a Minnesota license plate was checked and was reported to be unoccupied.
Armed robbery suspect flees in black Kia in Madison
Robbery Report
St Teresa Terrace, Madison, WI 53716
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported armed robbery on Teresa Terrace in Madison. The victim reported that the suspect fled in a newer model black Kia, last seen heading south on Teresa Terrace. The suspect was described as wearing a black ski mask and all black clothing. A possible suspect address on Burdette Court was broadcast to units.
