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Emergency Incidents
Disabled vehicle moved to breakdown lane on Route 140
Traffic
US-6 & State Hwy 140, New Bedford, MA 02740
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic describes a disabled vehicle in the right travel lane on Route 140 southbound, later moved to the breakdown lane with assistance from a roadside service. The incident also mentions road debris and two vehicles involved.
Harassment complaint over messages from ex-partner
Domestic Dispute
Dawson St, New Bedford, MA 02745
As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer was sent to meet with a woman near Dawson Street in New Bedford about a possible harassment complaint involving messages from an ex-boyfriend.
Disturbance reported at New Bedford High entrance
Disturbance
Hathaway Blvd, New Bedford, MA 02740
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were asked to check a possible disturbance at the main entrance of a New Bedford high school, but the call was later canceled.
Mother accused of hitting son in apartment
Domestic Dispute
Borden St, New Bedford, MA 02740
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a possible domestic dispute between a mother and her adult son at an apartment on Borden Street, where the son reported that the mother hit him.
Man unconscious and receiving CPR on Summit Street
Medical Emergency
Summit St, New Bedford, MA 02740
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a report of an unconscious man near Summit Street in New Bedford. Medic and fire units were dispatched, and CPR was reported to be in progress.
Two-car crash on Route 18 near Elm Street
Traffic
MA-18 & Elm St, New Bedford, MA 02740
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible two-car crash on Route 18 south near Elm Street, with vehicles moved to a nearby parking lot.
Woman experiences dizziness and fainting in apartment
Medical Emergency
S Water St, New Bedford, MA
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a medical call at an apartment on South Water Street in New Bedford for a 59-year-old woman reporting dizziness and fainting, with one male also involved at the scene.
Dog bite incident near Clark Street
Medical Emergency
Clark St, New Bedford, MA 02740
As discussed during the dispatch call, units were requested to respond to a possible dog bite at an apartment on Clark Street in New Bedford.
Two-car crash at Shawmut and Willow, no injuries
Traffic
Willow St & Shawmut Ave, New Bedford, MA 02740
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported two-vehicle collision near Shawmut Avenue and Willow Street, with no injuries and no airbags deployed.
Two-car crash on Elm Street and Route 18 South
Traffic
MA-18 & Elm St, New Bedford, MA 02740
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a motor vehicle accident involving two vehicles at Elm Street and Route 18 South, with no apparent injuries.
Woman (number withheld) has difficulty breathing near New Bedford
Medical Emergency
N Front St, New Bedford, MA 02740
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to an apartment on North Front Street in New Bedford for a possible medical emergency involving a (number withheld)-year-old woman having difficulty breathing.
Woman with breathing difficulty at New Bedford apartment
Medical Emergency
N Front St, New Bedford, MA 02740
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to an apartment on North Front Street in New Bedford for a 59-year-old woman having difficulty breathing. Responders were advised to use the back porch for access.
Welfare check for person after missed appointment
Missing Person
Allen St, New Bedford, MA 02740
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to check on a woman at an apartment on Allison Street after she missed an online mental health appointment and was not answering her phone.
Woman with c diff and sepsis left hospital unauthorized
Medical Emergency
Adams St, New Bedford, MA 02746
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews are assigned to a possible Section 12 transport for a woman near Adams Street in New Bedford who reportedly has C. diff and sepsis after leaving the hospital against medical advice.
Section 12 transport requested near Adams Street in New Bedford
Medical Emergency
Adams St, New Bedford, MA 02746
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical personnel were requested to a location on Adams Street in New Bedford for a possible involuntary psychiatric transport, with police already on scene.
Man acting erratically and scaring customers in store
Disturbance
Ashley Blvd, New Bedford, MA 02745
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported disturbance at a Superstore on Ashley Boulevard involving a man in a red baseball cap who was acting erratically and scaring customers. A medic was requested to the scene for a possible medical issue.
Person delusional and neglecting self-care at county street
Medical Emergency
County St, New Bedford, MA 02740
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to a possible welfare and mental health concern at a location on County Street for a person described as delusional, not eating, and not taking care of herself.
Traffic lights stuck on red causing heavy delays
Traffic
Pleasant St & Kempton St, New Bedford, MA 02740
As discussed during the dispatch call, police report a possible traffic hazard near Pleasant Street and Kempton Street in New Bedford, where traffic lights appear to be stuck on red and causing heavy traffic.
Person found safe near Brandon Woods
Medical Emergency
County St, New Bedford, MA 02740
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to check on a possible abandoned person in the grassy area behind Brandon Woods near County Street after a meter ping and no answer on callback. The manager later reported that everything was okay and units were told to disregard.
Victim reports trespass near city hall steps
Break-In
William St, New Bedford, MA 02740
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic indicates a possible trespass-related incident, with a victim waiting on the steps of City Hall on the Pleasant Street side.
