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Emergency Incidents
Four-car collision in parking lot on Willow Road
Traffic
Willow Rd, Menlo Park, CA 94025
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a four-vehicle crash in a parking lot near Willow Road, with assistance requested to help the drivers exchange information.
Trespasser barred from Menlo-Atherton campus
Break-In
Oak Grove Ave, Menlo Park, CA 94025
As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer contacted a reported trespasser on a school campus near Oak Grove Avenue across from a church and advised the person he is no longer allowed on campus.
Vehicle break-in reported near lobby at (number withheld) Laurel St
Break-In
Laurel St, Menlo Park, CA 94025
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a reported vehicle break-in in a lobby area near Laurel Street in Menlo Park. The call appears to involve a possible theft from a vehicle, and an officer was assigned to handle the incident.
Two people reported entering creek in Menlo Park
Suspicious Activity
Laurel Ave & Woodland Ave, Menlo Park, CA 94025
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to the area of Laurel Avenue and Woodland Avenue for a report of two males who reportedly entered a nearby creek. The reporting party was waiting to speak with officers.
SUV collides with parked moving truck on Gloria Circle
Traffic
Gloria Cir, Menlo Park, CA 94025
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible vehicle crash involving a gray Toyota Highlander and a parked moving truck near Flores Circle and Gloria Circle in Menlo Park.
Vehicle shining flashlight into parked cars
Suspicious Activity
Branner Dr, Menlo Park, CA 94025
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a possible suspicious vehicle near Branner Drive. A dark-colored sedan was reportedly driving slowly and shining a flashlight into parked vehicles before heading eastbound on Branner.
Reported vehicle break-in at Comcast lot
Break-In
Haven Ave, Menlo Park, CA 94025
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were notified of a possible vehicle break-in at a business on Haven Avenue after security cameras showed a man in a (description withheld) and (description withheld) carrying a (description withheld) or bag, who was believed to have entered one of the vehicles and then left on foot before visual contact was lost.
Traffic stop on Santa Cruz Avenue near restaurant
Traffic
El Camino Real, Menlo Park, CA 94025
As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer conducted a traffic stop near a restaurant on Santa Cruz Avenue involving one person. A records check indicated prior disorderly conduct entries, and the situation was later reported as code four.
Cement bench blocking southbound lane near Safeway
Traffic
Sharon Park Dr, Menlo Park, CA 94025
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported road hazard on southbound El Camino Real near a grocery store, where cement benches or railings were blocking the number one lane. They moved a SamTrans cement bench back onto the sidewalk and requested another unit to help lift it.
Officer runs plate on 2017 Toyota in Menlo Park
Administrative / Routine Check
Ravenswood Ave, Menlo Park, CA 94025
As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer conducted a records check on a Toyota during an active traffic stop in Menlo Park. The vehicle was apparently registered to a person in the area near Ravenswood Avenue.
Alarm at Carlisle Performance and Systems office
Break-In
Ravenswood Ave, Menlo Park, CA 94025
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a possible burglary alarm at a business on Ravenswood Avenue in Menlo Park. Units checked the office area and later reported the front of the building secured.
Officer checks man at Menlo Park train station
Suspicious Activity
Merrill/Santa Cruz, Menlo Park, CA 94025
As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer conducted a person contact with one adult man at the Menlo Park train station on the Alma side. A records check reportedly showed one prior contact and a possible DUI reference, and the officer later advised the situation was code 4.
Traffic stop leads to arrest on warrant
Traffic
El Camino Real, Menlo Park, CA 94025
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop near a gas station by El Camino Real and Oak Grove Avenue involving a Honda with a suspended registration. The driver was reportedly booked on a warrant, cited for traffic violations, and the vehicle was towed.
Traffic lights not working at University and Santa Cruz
Traffic
University Dr & Santa Cruz Ave, Menlo Park, CA 94025
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were notified of a possible traffic hazard at the intersection of University Drive and Santa Cruz Avenue in Menlo Park, where the traffic lights were reported not working.
Suspicious van reported on Blake and College
Suspicious Activity
Blake St & College Ave, Menlo Park, CA 94025
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to check a suspicious large white van parked near Blake Street and College Avenue in Menlo Park. The caller reported the van was parked in the shadows and suspected the driver might be casing the area. The driver was contacted by the caller’s boyfriend and then left the area.
Traffic stop of Nissan utility vehicle on Roble
Traffic
Roble Ave, Menlo Park, CA 94025
As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer conducted a traffic stop on a Nissan utility vehicle near Roble Avenue in Menlo Park. The stop involved checking the vehicle’s plate and driver information, and the contact ended without further issues.
Medical aid called near Willow Road in Menlo Park
Medical Emergency
Willow Rd, Menlo Park, CA 94025
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched for a possible medical issue near Willow Road by Lompoc Park and Boston Street, with Engine 77 assigned and instructed to stage until the scene is secure.
Smoke detector alarm at Menlo Park residence
Fire
Avy Ave, Menlo Park, CA 94025
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported smoke detector alarm at a home near Avy Avenue in Menlo Park. Contact with the homeowner indicated it was a false alarm, and units were canceled. A separate medical call involved an 83-year-old woman with chest pain and breathing difficulty, but the medic unit was canceled after she declined care.
Family requests welfare check for missing person
Missing Person
Hamilton Ave, Menlo Park, CA 94025
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to conduct a welfare check for a person the family is trying to locate, possibly near Hamilton Avenue or an apartment complex in the area. The check may involve a vehicle associated with the person and a specific apartment unit.
Medical aid dispatched to address near Home Depot
Medical Emergency
Biltmore Ln, Menlo Park, CA 94025
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible medical emergency near Biltmore Lane in Menlo Park, across from a large retail store.