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Emergency Incidents
Stolen black mountain bike recovered near 1st St SE
Theft Report
1st St SE, Mason City, IA 50401
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded near 1st Street Southeast in Mason City to handle a possible stolen black Diamond mountain bike. They transported the bike to the police department and continued working on multiple bikes connected to the theft.
Police search for fleeing suspect near East State Street
Suspicious Activity
E State St, Mason City, IA 50401
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers in Mason City conducted a possible felony-level foot pursuit of a male suspect near the bike bridge and East State Street. The suspect reportedly ditched a bicycle and ran through yards near the 700 block of East State Street, with officers setting a perimeter and requesting a K9 unit to assist in the search.
Report of people fighting in street, no assault found
Disturbance
S Louisiana Ave, Mason City, IA 50401
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported fight in the street near South Louisiana Avenue. Callers said a woman was trying to separate people, and later reported the group was no longer fighting and was in a yard. Officers contacted family members, who said they were just horsing around, and responding units were told to disregard.
Police search for fleeing suspect near bike trail
Suspicious Activity
1st St SE & S Carolina Ave, Mason City, IA 50401
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a search for a fleeing male suspect near Carolina Avenue, Kearney Street, First Street, and a nearby bike trail. They checked a gold Mercury Grand Marquis possibly connected to the subject and reported the man last seen running through a yard toward the bike trail, then running north on Carolina Avenue. Units coordinated around the area and spoke with nearby residents to look for witnesses.
Welfare check requested on man at North Jefferson
Missing Person
N Jefferson Ave, Mason City, IA 50401
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to conduct a welfare check near North Jefferson Avenue in Mason City after a caller reported not being able to reach a person for about 24 hours.
Shoplifting suspect flees Walmart on foot
Theft Report
4th St SW, Mason City, IA 50401
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported shoplifting at a Walmart, where loss prevention said a man was removing tags from items and might run. The suspect, described as wearing a (description withheld) and (description withheld), was later seen running across a bridge and through nearby streets. Units searched the area and checked a residence before returning to the store.
Civil dispute over car at campground
Disturbance
Linden Dr, Mason City, IA 50401
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to a possible civil dispute over a car at a campground in the woods, reportedly to the left when entering the campground.
Officer attempts to serve trespass notice
Break-In
Lexington Square, Mason City, IA 50401
As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer is en route to a possible business or residence on Lexington Square in Mason City to attempt service of a trespassing notice.
Traffic stop on black Hyundai with no plates
Traffic
10th St SE, Mason City, IA 50401
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop on a black Hyundai Sonata with no license plates near 10th Street Southeast in Mason City. Dispatch checked the driver and vehicle information, and the driver appeared valid while the vehicle was reportedly registered out of another area.
Reckless driving complaint on Highway 18 near Lark
Traffic
Lark Ave, Mason City, IA
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a traffic complaint about a black Lincoln reportedly weaving at high speed on Highway 18 near Lark Avenue toward Mason City and nearly rear-ending another vehicle. The reported license plate did not match the vehicle and may instead be associated with a gray Toyota Sequoia.
Elderly man assisted after fall at assisted living center
Medical Emergency
W State St, Mason City, IA 50401
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a medical lift-assist call at an assisted living facility on West State Street for an 80-year-old man who was conscious and breathing after a reported fall with no known injuries.
Caller reports son made threats to kill her and may be en route with a gun
Weapons
Onyx Ct, Mason City, IA 50401
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a caller said her son called and threatened to kill her, stating he has a gun, and she believes he may be on his way to her residence near Onyx Ct. The caller reportedly has her doors locked.
Domestic disturbance with threats at South Illinois
Domestic Dispute
S Illinois Ave, Mason City, IA 50401
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported domestic disturbance near South Illinois Avenue. A second caller said the situation had been physical and a woman was threatening others, with no weapons seen and a man inside the building.
Person in power chair riding in traffic zone
Traffic
Mercy Dr, Mason City, IA 50401
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers discussed a possible safety issue involving a person in a power chair reportedly riding in traffic and entering a construction area near the Mercy Drive parking lot in Mason City.
Person needing safe place until recovery at Mason City
Medical Emergency
17th St SW, Mason City, IA 50401
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers in Mason City coordinated a possible medical or mental health crisis involving a man, attempted to contact a family member, and arranged for possible transport to a crisis stabilization facility near 17th Street Southwest.
Officer asked to transport found dog to vet
Other Non-Crime Event
S Birch Dr, Mason City, IA 50401
As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer was requested to go to an animal shelter where someone had found a dog. Shelter staff reported that the dog needed veterinary care and requested an officer to take the animal.
Standby requested after prior altercation at apartment
Assault Report
2nd St SW, Mason City, IA 50401
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were requested to provide a standby at an apartment on 2nd Street Southwest in Mason City for a possible follow-up related to an altercation that occurred the previous night.
Carbon monoxide alarm checked at North 6th Street home
Fire
6th St SW, Mason City, IA 50401
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported carbon monoxide alarm near North 6th Street. Rescue personnel investigated the alarm and reported nothing showing at the time.
Report of suspicious pair near South Madison Avenue
Suspicious Activity
1st St SW & S Madison Ave, Mason City, IA 50401
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to the area near South Madison Avenue and First Street Southwest to check on a caller’s report of a man and woman who had previously stolen from his apartment building and were seen walking around the area, possibly carrying items.
Man with severe abdominal pain and breathing trouble
Medical Emergency
26th St SW, Mason City, IA 50401
As discussed during the dispatch call, mason City ambulance was dispatched to a location on 26th Street Southwest for a 68-year-old man who was conscious but having difficulty breathing, with blood in his stool and severe abdominal pain. He was reportedly inside a vehicle on the street and has a cardiac history.
