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Emergency Incidents
Crash involving SUV on Illinois Route 3 northbound
Traffic
N Van Buren St, New Athens, IL 62264
As discussed during the dispatch call, a possible traffic crash was reported on Illinois Route 3 northbound south of Van Buren in New Athens involving a 2024 GMC Terrain in the far right lane, and rescue was refused.
Upstairs smoke alarm sounding on North Benton Street
Fire
N Benton St, New Athens, IL 62264
As discussed during the dispatch call, firefighters respond to a possible fire alarm at a home near North Benton Street in New Athens after an upstairs smoke detector sounded and residents were contacted by the alarm company.
Smoke alarm sounding at North Benton Street home
Fire
N Benton St, New Athens, IL 62264
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews are responding to a possible smoke alarm activation at a residence near North Benton Street in New Athens after an upstairs smoke detector was reported sounding and residents were notified by an alarm company.
63-year-old woman unable to stand after fall
Medical Emergency
Spotsylvania St, New Athens, IL 62264
As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS is dispatched to a home near Spotsylvania Street in New Athens for a 63-year-old woman who reportedly fell the previous night and is now unable to stand without falling.
67-year-old woman struggling to breathe with nerve pain
Medical Emergency
S Clinton St, New Athens, IL 62264
As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS is dispatched to a home near South Clinton Street in New Athens for a 67-year-old woman who is conscious but having difficulty breathing and nerve pain.
Suspicious man knocking on door at Kaskaskia home
Suspicious Person
Kaskaskia St, New Athens, IL 62264
As discussed during the dispatch call, deputies were sent to a residence on Kaskaskia Street for a report of a possible suspicious adult male who repeatedly knocked on the door and pressed his face against the glass before leaving. The caller reported that she had a firearm secured inside the home.
85-year-old female with dementia needs hospital transport
Medical Emergency
Hidden Prairie Ln, New Athens, IL 62264
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews are dispatched to a home near Hidden Prairie Lane in New Athens for a reported medical issue involving an elderly woman with dementia who is awake and breathing and needs transport to a hospital.
Elderly woman with dementia needs hospital transport
Medical Emergency
Hidden Prairie Ln, New Athens, IL 62264
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews are dispatched to a home near Hidden Prairie Lane in New Athens for a reported medical issue involving an elderly woman with dementia who is awake and breathing and needs to be taken to a hospital.
Elderly woman with cancer combative, refusing meds
Medical Emergency
Hidden Prairie Ln, New Athens, IL 62264
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews respond to a possible medical issue involving an 85-year-old woman with dementia and advanced cancer who is awake, breathing, but combative and refusing medication near Hidden Prairie Lane and Lory Lane in New Athens.
Police look for DUI suspect in gray Kia Sorento
Substance Use
IL-13, New Athens, IL
As discussed during the dispatch call, state police broadcast a possible DUI-related stop involving a gray Kia Sorento traveling east on Illinois 13 near New Athens. The vehicle was reported to have pulled over, with a female driver and female passenger exiting the car.
Report of impaired driving on Illinois 13
Substance Use
IL-13, New Athens, IL
As discussed during the dispatch call, troopers reported a possible DUI or reckless driving incident on Illinois 13 eastbound near New Athens involving a gray Kia Sorento. The vehicle was last seen pulling over, and a female driver and female passenger reportedly exited the vehicle.
Man with high blood sugar treated in New Athens
Medical Emergency
Peacock Site Rd, New Athens, IL 62264
As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS was dispatched to a home near Peacock Site Road in New Athens for a possible medical emergency involving a 75-year-old man with diabetic issues and high blood sugar.
75-year-old man with diabetic issue gets EMS aid
Medical Emergency
Peacock Site Rd, New Athens, IL 62264
As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS is responding to a medical call for a 75-year-old man with a possible diabetic issue near Peacock Site Road in New Athens, Illinois.
Reckless driving complaint on Illinois 13 eastbound
Traffic
IL-13, New Athens, IL
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported reckless driving incident involving a silver sedan traveling eastbound on Illinois Route 13 near New Athens. The vehicle’s license plate and registration details were checked over the radio.
Report of illegal burn with rubber and wires
Fire
Sandridge Dr, New Athens, IL 62264
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers relayed a report of a possible illegal burn involving burning rubber and wires near Sandridge Drive in the county area, and a unit was sent to investigate.
Alarm complaint at North Street property
Suspicious Activity
North St, New Athens, IL 62264
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of a possible trespass or alarm-related incident at a property on North Street in New Athens, with the property owner reporting an issue with the alarm and uncertainty about whether it was external.
Residential alarm at home on Belcher Street
Break-In
Belsha St, New Athens, IL 62264
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a possible residential burglary alarm at a home on Belcher Street in New Athens, with an inquire and exit alarm in the great room and no contact with the keyholder.
