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Emergency Incidents
Dumpster fire on Charlton Street in Oxford
Fire
Charlton St, Oxford, MA 01540
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a dumpster fire near a garage at a home under construction on Charlton Street in Oxford. Command authorized reopening westbound traffic. A first-alarm assignment was requested for station coverage while on-duty companies remained at the dumpster fire.
Neighbor reports fight in apartment building
Assault Report
Main St, North Oxford, MA 01537
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported fight at an apartment building on Main Street after a neighbor heard banging, yelling, and screaming and saw a woman holding another person down on the ground. Units were directed to the scene and the caller was asked to come outside to show officers where the problem was.
Dumpster fire near garage on Charlton Street
Fire
Charlton St, Oxford, MA 01540
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a dumpster fire near a garage and a home under construction on Charlton Street in Oxford. Responders requested a hydrant, temporarily closed part of the street, and reported water on the fire.
Dumpster fire with large flames on Charlton Street
Fire
Charlton St, Oxford, MA 01540
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were dispatched to a reported dumpster fire with large flames near Charlton Street in Oxford, beside a house under construction.
Kids repeatedly open door and let animals out
Suspicious Activity
Orchard Hill Dr, Oxford, MA 01540
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to an apartment on Orchard Hill for a report from a minor home alone about several kids repeatedly entering her apartment, opening the door, and letting her animals out. The kids were reportedly at a nearby basketball court.
Fire crews check legal burn on Howarth Road
Fire
Howarth Rd, Oxford, MA 01540
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported open burning near Old Depot and later confirmed a legal pit fire at a residence on Howarth Road with no hazards, then cleared all units.
Additional outdoor fire reported on Old Worcester Rd
Fire
Old Worcester Rd, Oxford, MA
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible additional outdoor fire or smoke source near a location on Old Worcester Road, described as a couple of houses past Old Depot. Units plan to stop and check the reported location.
Contained backyard fire at Old Depot Road home
Fire
Old Depot Rd, Oxford, MA 01540
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a possible backyard fire near Old Depot Road in Oxford that was reported as contained and burning within regulation.
Smoke complaint at Clara Barton School investigated
Fire
Depot Rd, Oxford, MA 01540
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews investigated a reported smell of burning plastic and hazy conditions near a school on Depot Road after a caller reported occupants still inside. Responders found no visible smoke or alarms at the school, searched the building and nearby streets, and later believed the smoke odor was coming from a nearby chimney rather than the school. The school area was cleared and crews moved to another location.
Smoke and burning odor reported near school
Fire
Depot Rd, Oxford, MA 01540
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were assigned to a possible smoke issue at a school on Depot Road after a passerby reported haze and a plastic burning smell. Radio traffic later suggested the smoke may not be coming from the school and could be toward Old Worcester Road to the north.
Smoking vehicle on I-395 north near exit 3
Fire
I-395, Oxford, MA
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible vehicle fire on I-395 north near exit three in Oxford.
Alarm at tax office on Main Street
Break-In
Main St, Oxford, MA 01540
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a possible burglary alarm at a business on Main Street in Oxford, with an activation reported at a first-floor side door.
59-year-old male with vomiting and weakness at home
Medical Emergency
Sutton Ave, Oxford, MA 01540
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a medical call at a residence on Sutton Avenue for a 59-year-old man reported to be vomiting, having diarrhea, and experiencing extreme weakness.
Alarm at business on Industrial Park East Road
Break-In
Industrial Park Rd E, Oxford, MA 01540
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a commercial burglar alarm at a business on Industrial Park East Road. The key holder reported that an employee should be opening the business, but officers were still requested to verify the situation.
Report of speeding BMW leaving highway in Oxford
Traffic
Cudworth Rd, Oxford, MA
As discussed during the dispatch call, state police reported a possible BOLO for a dark-colored BMW traveling at about 130 mph that exited I-395 southbound onto Cudworth Road and may have taken Route 12. Officers were trailing behind without actively pursuing the vehicle.
Driver tries to flee traffic stop on I-395
Traffic
I-395, Oxford, MA
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop on I-395 near the Cudworth area involving a BMW sedan and a pickup truck that appeared to try to evade the officer. The vehicle was identified as a 2023 Chevy Silverado with an active license and registration linked to a male owner on West Point Road.
Officers investigate possible squatting at Walmart
Suspicious Activity
Main St, North Oxford, MA 01537
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers checked a Walmart for possible squatting, searched the back rooms, and reported that nothing was found. They were also talking with (person_name withheld) about the situation.
Mulch fire reported at Market Basket parking area
Fire
Sutton Ave, Oxford, MA 01540
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were dispatched to a possible mulch fire or smoke at a Market Basket store on Sutton Avenue, near Home Depot, after a direct call to fire headquarters.
71-year-old male with altered mental status in Oxford
Medical Emergency
Paige Ln, Oxford, MA 01540
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a home near Paige Lane for a reported 71-year-old man with altered mental status. Basic life support and an ambulance were already on scene when the call was received around 13:51.
Report of aggressive driver on Sutton Avenue
Traffic
Sutton Ave & Joe Jenny Rd, Oxford, MA 01540
As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer on Sutton Avenue was flagged down by a caller reporting a possible erratic driver who ran a stop sign at Joe Jenny Road and continued driving aggressively. The vehicle’s license plate was provided to officers in Sutton.
