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Emergency Incidents
Pickup reported weaving on Highway 160 westbound
Traffic
US-160 & Sherman Ave, Monte Vista, CO 81144
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of a large pickup truck driving recklessly westbound on Highway 160 near Sherman Avenue, weaving between lanes and onto the shoulder since leaving Alamosa. The caller, who was driving in front of the truck, did not want to sign a statement. Deputies searched the area but no stop was confirmed.
Officer allows vehicle to remain at police station
Other Incidents
1st Ave, Monte Vista, CO 81144
As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer made contact with a woman at the Monte Vista police department. After a records check, she was allowed to leave her vehicle parked overnight at the department after moving it a few parking spaces.
Reckless Jeep nearly hits driver near County Road 7
Traffic
N Rd 2 W, Monte Vista, CO 81144
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of a dark Jeep driving recklessly near US 285 and County Road 7 North, reportedly running a stop sign at about 60 mph and nearly hitting the caller. The vehicle was later reported near a school, and the caller waited nearby to sign a complaint with an officer.
72-year-old woman struggles to breathe at Chico Camino
Medical Emergency
Chico Camino, Monte Vista, CO 81144
As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS was dispatched to a location on Chico Camino in Monte Vista for a 72-year-old woman who was conscious but having difficulty breathing with chest tightness and mucus-sounding breathing. A separate report mentioned a possible reckless driver in a blue Kia on Highway 160, but the main incident was the medical call.
Woman reports earlier harassment to police
Assault Report
1st Ave, Monte Vista, CO 81144
As discussed during the dispatch call, a caller at the police department in a burgundy Toyota Tundra pickup requested to speak with an officer and file charges about a possible harassment incident that occurred earlier in the morning off Mussman.
Carbon monoxide alarm and dizzy person reported
Fire
Jefferson St, Monte Vista, CO 81144
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers reported a possible carbon monoxide alarm at a location near Jefferson Street in Monte Vista, where a woman was feeling dizzy. Fire and EMS units were sent to check the situation.
Carbon monoxide alarm sounding near Rupert Street in Monte Vista
Fire
Rupert St, Monte Vista, CO 81144
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire and EMS units were dispatched to a possible carbon dioxide alarm at a location near Rupert Street in Monte Vista.
Abandoned electric scooter reported near stop sign
Other Incidents
Morton St, Monte Vista, CO 81144
As discussed during the dispatch call, a caller reported an abandoned blue electric scooter with a basket near a stop sign by a home on Morton Street. An officer said he would go pick it up.
Welfare check requested for 94-year-old male missing at home
Medical Emergency
W County Rd 9 S, Monte Vista, CO 81144
As discussed during the dispatch call, deputies were sent to check on a 94-year-old man at a home near West County Road 9 South after his daughter reported she could not see him on her home cameras and neighbors were unable to confirm his condition.
Report of man pushing woman and hitting her daughter near store
Domestic Dispute
N Broadway St, Monte Vista, CO 81144
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported assault near O'Reilly's on North Broadway Street. The caller, who sounded intoxicated, said a man pushed her and hit her daughter. She disconnected, and officers did not find her in the parking lot (number withheld) callback went unanswered, and officers continued checking the area.
Lift assist needed near Sherman Avenue
Medical Emergency
Sherman Ave, Monte Vista, CO 81144
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible medical lift assist at a location on Sherman Avenue, with a law enforcement unit nearby offering to help and EMS reportedly in the area.
73-year-old woman feeling weak at Sherman Avenue
Medical Emergency
Sherman Ave, Monte Vista, CO 81144
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a home near Sherman Avenue in Monte Vista for a 73-year-old woman who was feeling weak and needed help getting out of bed.
Officer finds open door at Modern West Homes
Suspicious Activity
Solar Ave, Monte Vista, CO 81144
As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer reported a possible security concern after finding a door ajar at a business complex near a credit union and requested contact information for keyholders. Another unit responded to check the location.
Customer dispute over propane price at Big R
Disturbance
Chico Camino St, Monte Vista, CO 81144
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were requested to a possible civil dispute at a local store where a customer was upset about the price of propane and believed the store was overcharging.
Theft reported at Alta Convenience Store
Theft Report
1st Ave, Monte Vista, CO 81144
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported theft at a convenience store on First Avenue in the Monte Vista area. A man wearing a large black jacket was reportedly seen heading toward the dairy. Officers checked a possible suspect at a nearby hotel but later cleared the contact while remaining in the area. The stolen items were not clearly identified but may have included beanies.
Reckless driving complaint on Highway 160 westbound
Traffic
US-160, Monte Vista, CO
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of possible road rage involving a dark green Kia Telluride on westbound US 160 near milepost 225. The vehicle was reportedly varying speed, weaving into a turning lane, and possibly using a phone. The reporting party had visual contact but was not willing to sign a statement.
Semi truck drops bottles on Highway 160 roadway
Traffic
US-160, Monte Vista, CO
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a traffic hazard report on Highway 160 near a hotel, where a semi truck with an orange trailer was reportedly dropping wine bottles and leaving shattered glass on the road while traveling westbound toward Del Norte.
Traffic control for funeral procession on Highway 160
Traffic
US-160, Monte Vista, CO
As discussed during the dispatch call, state patrol was asked to provide traffic control for a funeral procession turning into a cemetery on Highway 160 near milepost 212 around 11:00.
Officers check on missing woman near high school
Missing Person
1st Ave, Monte Vista, CO 81144
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were asked to conduct a welfare check near First Avenue by the high school in Monte Vista for a woman who reportedly left New Mexico and has not been heard from. The caller requested a check of the area and a possible darker colored SUV she may be with.
Elderly woman fell and has small head wound
Medical Emergency
Chico Camino, Monte Vista, CO 81144
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a medical call for an elderly woman who reportedly fell and had a small wound on the back of her head at a location on Chico Camino in Monte Vista. She was reported to be conscious, breathing, and not complaining of pain, and multiple EMS, fire, and police units were dispatched.
