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Emergency Incidents
60-year-old man falls, has trouble breathing
Medical Emergency
Summit Rd, Martinsville, VA 24112
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a reported medical emergency near Summit Road for a 60-year-old man who fell onto concrete and was conscious but not breathing normally, short of breath, confused, and complaining of stomach pain and weakness.
Object stuck in outlet cuts power to apartment
Fire
Cross St, Martinsville, VA 24112
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of a possible electrical hazard at an apartment on B Drive in Martinsville, where an object was reportedly stuck in a bedroom outlet and power was knocked out, with no sparking or fire reported.
Elderly man found unresponsive on ground with injuries
Medical Emergency
Lyons Trail, Martinsville, VA 24112
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a medical call for a 75-year-old man found outside near Line Trail and Meadowood Trail. He was reported to have been lying on the ground for about an hour, initially partially under a truck, with swollen feet and a scrape near his ankle. He was later reported unresponsive but still breathing and was transported to a Martinsville emergency room.
Elderly woman falls and has possible UTI at motel
Medical Emergency
Greenbrier Rd, Horse Pasture, VA 24112
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a hotel on Greenbrier Road in Horse Pasture, Virginia, for a possible fall involving an elderly woman in a room. She was reportedly left in a bathroom, may have fallen, and was having breathing and medication concerns.
Elderly woman checked after fall at nursing home
Medical Emergency
Kings Way Rd, Martinsville, VA 24112
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a nursing home on Kingsway Road for a medical check on an elderly woman who reportedly fell about a week earlier and was requested by a doctor to be evaluated again.
Vehicle down embankment on A L Philpott Highway
Traffic
A L Philpott Hwy, Martinsville, VA 24112
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a motor vehicle crash near A L Philpott Highway, where a vehicle was found off the roadway behind a guardrail down a steep embankment. Additional units were requested for assistance and traffic control, and a helicopter launch was discussed for the scene.
Single-vehicle rollover crash with injuries on highway
Traffic
A L Philpott Hwy, Martinsville, VA 24112
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a reported rollover motor vehicle crash with injuries near A L Philpott Highway by Yates Road and Pierce Drive. The vehicle was described as a white Chevrolet Malibu with one occupant and airbag deployment.
89-year-old woman injured after fall in nursing home
Medical Emergency
Kings Way Rd, Martinsville, VA 24112
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a nursing home on Kingsway Road for a medical call involving an approximately 89-year-old woman who reportedly rolled out of her recliner and was complaining of leg pain from hip to ankle. Responders were directed to an east entrance near the memory care area.
Reported house fire found to be burn barrel
Fire
Hodges Farm Rd, Martinsville, VA 24112
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were dispatched to a reported structure fire near Hodges Farm Road in Martinsville, but the call was canceled after a first-arriving unit reported it was a burn barrel, not a building fire.
Smoke reported in house fire on Hodge Farm Road
Fire
Hodges Farm Rd, Martinsville, VA 24112
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported structure fire at a home on Hodge Farm Road near Jordan Creek Road and Mount Bethel Church Circle. Smoke was reported coming from the back of the house, and vehicles were seen in the driveway. A hydrant was reported nearby at the intersection of Farm Road and Center Road.
63-year-old man unable to move legs at home
Medical Emergency
Chatmoss Ct, Martinsville, VA 24112
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a home near Chat Moss Court for a possible medical emergency involving a 63-year-old man who was reportedly declining and unable to move his legs.
Brush fire on Highway 220 near Joseph Martin exit
Fire
Joseph Martin Hwy, Martinsville, VA 24112
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported brush fire along Weaverton Highway 220 near the Joseph Martin and Stewart exits. Units arrived on scene and a Bobcat reportedly helped put out the fire. A nearby older white truck with a utility trailer was also mentioned, but it was unclear if it was involved in a crash or just stopped on the roadside.
48-year-old woman with chest pain in Martinsville
Medical Emergency
Dena Dr, Martinsville, VA 24112
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews respond to a priority medical call for a woman with chest pain and possible heart problems near Dana Drive and Joseph Martin Highway. The patient is a conscious adult woman with left-sided chest tightness, weakness, and high blood pressure, and is reported to be diabetic.
Person having seizure and vomiting near Knauss Drive
Medical Emergency
Knauss Dr, Martinsville, VA 24112
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a possible seizure patient near Knauss Drive. The caller reported the person had been vomiting and had recently been using a heart monitor. Responders were directed to the dumpsters by the bottom parking lot, and a unit later transported the patient.
Diabetic man with urinary retention found on floor
Medical Emergency
Mt Olivet Rd, Martinsville, VA 24112
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a possible diabetic illness involving a 74-year-old man at a residence on Mount Olivet Road near Roberts Drive and Sheridan Drive. The caller reported he had a urinary infection for over a week, was unable to urinate, and was found on the floor with concern that his blood sugar was off.
69-year-old diabetic woman feeling weak after missed dialysis
Medical Emergency
Preston Rd, Martinsville, VA 24112
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were sent to a home near Preston Road in Martinsville for a 69-year-old woman who reportedly missed dialysis and was feeling achy, lightheaded, dizzy, and weak while lying on the floor.
Man with severe back and leg pain unable to walk at home
Medical Emergency
Fairwood Dr, Martinsville, VA 24112
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency responders were sent to a home near Bearwood Road and nearby cross streets for a reported medical emergency involving a 69-year-old man with severe back and right leg pain who was unable to walk and was in the basement.
98-year-old female falls in shower with back pain
Medical Emergency
Kings Way Rd, Martinsville, VA 24112
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a priority medical call at an assisted living facility on Kingsway Road for a 98-year-old woman who reportedly fell in the shower and was complaining of back pain.
Elderly woman with abdominal pain and bloating treated
Medical Emergency
Flatrock Dr, Martinsville, VA 24112
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a home near Flat Rock Drive and Dyer Store Road for an 81-year-old woman with reported abdominal and lower back pain and bloating. She was conscious, breathing normally, and had a history of dementia.
64-year-old woman with PTSD feels emotionally unwell
Medical Emergency
Preston Rd, Martinsville, VA 24112
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews respond to a reported mental and emotional medical issue involving a 64-year-old woman at a residence near Preston Road. She reportedly has PTSD, is feeling very emotional, and has not slept since Sunday night, but is not thinking about harming herself. Deputies are also en route.
