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Emergency Incidents
Traffic accident on I-95 near mile marker 105.9
Traffic
I-95, Newark, NJ
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a possible traffic accident on I-95 south near the eastern spur around mile marker 105.9, between Wilson Avenue and the East Brunswick area.
Two-vehicle crash at Central Avenue and Lock Street
Traffic
Lock St, Newark, NJ 07103
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible two-vehicle crash at the intersection of Central Avenue and Lock Street in Newark.
Two-car crash with disabled vehicles in Newark
Traffic
Lock St & New St, Newark, NJ 07103
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a two-car crash near Lock Street and New Street in Newark, with two disabled vehicles, airbags deployed, and traffic being diverted west by police and fire units.
Bus strikes pedestrian at 12th and Bergen
Traffic
Bergen St & 12th Ave, Newark, NJ 07107
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible bus accident involving a pedestrian near the bus stop at 12th Avenue and Bergen Street in Newark, with EMS and rescue units dispatched to the scene.
Person requiring advanced medical care near William Street
Medical Emergency
William St, Newark, NJ 07102
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched for a possible medical emergency involving a sick person at an apartment on William Street in Newark.
Two-car crash injures child at Central and Lock
Traffic
Lock St, Newark, NJ 07103
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a possible two-car crash near Central and Lock Streets in Newark. A juvenile boy was reported with pain, initially in the elbow and later in the head. Traffic was diverted northbound on New Street while two disabled vehicles with deployed airbags were towed from the scene.
Person experiencing severe headache at Sherman Avenue apartment
Medical Emergency
Sherman Ave, Newark, NJ
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a possible medical emergency involving a person with a headache at an apartment near Sherman Avenue in Newark, New Jersey.
Suspected drug offense at C Avenue apartment
Substance Use
US-1, Newark, NJ
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a possible controlled substance incident at an apartment on C Avenue in Newark, New Jersey. Multiple units were assigned and responded to the location.
Fire crews find no hazard on South Orange Avenue
Fire
S Orange Ave, Newark, NJ
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units investigated a possible fire-related call near South Falls and South Orange Avenue. Crews searched the area and reported finding nothing, then cleared the scene.
Crash reported on South Orange Avenue
Traffic
S Orange Ave, Newark, NJ 07103
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible motor vehicle accident near South Orange Avenue in Newark, across the street from an engine unit’s location.
Transformer fire causes partial power loss
Fire
Warren St, Newark, NJ 07103
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported transformer fire outside a building, which caused partial power loss. The utility company was requested to respond to the location.
Two-car crash on South Orange Avenue in Newark
Traffic
S Orange Ave, Newark, NJ
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic describes a possible single vehicle crash in the roadway on South Orange Avenue in Newark. Fire crews requested EMS and police response, reported no entrapment, and later discussed rescue support.
Two-car crash on McCarter Highway in Newark
Traffic
McCarter Hwy, Newark, NJ
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a second motor vehicle accident on McCarter Highway involving a two-car collision with airbags deployed and no entrapment. Police are on scene and additional responding units are being canceled.
Four people injured in crash near McDonald’s
Traffic
Chestnut St & McCarter Hwy, Newark, NJ 07102
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a possible motor vehicle crash near McCarter Highway and Chestnut Street in Newark, with four people reported outside the vehicle near a fast-food restaurant.
Person with breathing problem at Roseville Avenue
Medical Emergency
Roseville Ave, Newark, NJ 07107
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency units were dispatched to a possible breathing problem at a first-floor location on Roseville Avenue in Newark. Responders were told to park in front and were given a specific door number for access.
Fire alarms sounding at NJ Transit bus garage
Fire
Wilson Ave, Newark, NJ 07105
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible fire alarm activation at a NJ Transit bus garage near Wilson Avenue in Newark, with two alarms sounding in a specific zone.
Crew asked to inspect wire near railroad tracks
Other Non-Crime Event
Roseville Ave & 7th Ave W, Newark, NJ 07107
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible wire close to the railroad tracks near track 2 between Green and Roseville, and asks a crew to inspect and report what they see.
Person reported sick near Farm Avenue and 16th Avenue
Medical Emergency
US-1, Newark, NJ
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical crews were dispatched to an apartment on Farm Avenue near 16th Avenue and Spring Avenue in Newark for a possible sick person.
Broken water pipe reported on South Street
Other Non-Crime Event
South St, Newark, NJ 07105
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units were dispatched to a possible broken water pipe near South Street and Pulaski Street in Newark after a telephone alarm.
Carbon monoxide alarm at South 18th Street home
Fire
S 18th St, Newark, NJ 07103
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units were dispatched to a possible carbon monoxide alarm at a building near South 18th Street by Madison Avenue and Clinton Avenue. Crews were sent to check conditions at the location.
