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Emergency Incidents
Officer checks stopped car on Thorndike and Shearer
Traffic
Thorndike St & Shearer St, Palmer, MA 01069
As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer conducted a traffic stop near Shearer Street and Thorndike Street involving a silver Acura. The vehicle initially appeared disabled but was found to be operational. The driver was on a learner’s permit and learning to drive a standard transmission. Both the driver and passenger were checked and then moved along.
Witness reports hit-and-run near Park Street
Traffic
Park St, Palmer, MA 01069
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported hit-and-run crash near Park Street in Palmer. A caller said a vehicle struck another vehicle whose owner was unaware, and the suspect vehicle, described as a brown sedan, fled the scene. Officers later located the struck vehicle near a nearby business.
Lift assist requested for woman near Kirkwood Place
Medical Emergency
Main St, Palmer, MA 01069
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched for a medical lift assist for a 56-year-old woman at an apartment on Main Street in Palmer. The door was reported unlocked, so fire department entry assistance was not needed.
Welfare check at home with no water or heat
Medical Emergency
Orchard St, Palmer, MA 01069
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to a residence near Orchard Street in Palmer for a welfare check after reports of no water or heat and no contact with the resident.
Fire alarm at Cumberland Farms convenience store
Fire
N Main St, Palmer, MA 01069
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units responded to a reported fire alarm and later a trouble alarm at a convenience store in Palmer. The single-story store was evacuated, and crews reported nothing visible on three sides of the building.
Erratic driving report on Shearer Street in Palmer
Traffic
Shearer St, Palmer, MA 01069
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a report of a white Nissan driving erratically on Ware Street and nearly going off the road. The vehicle was last seen heading into Palmer and turning onto Shearer Street. The reporting party was no longer following the vehicle when units checked the area.
Patient transported by ambulance to Wing hospital
Medical Emergency
Wright St, Palmer, MA 01069
As discussed during the dispatch call, brimfield Ambulance is reportedly transporting one patient to a hospital, with the apparent destination described as a wing. The incident is associated with a medical call near Wright Street in Palmer, Massachusetts.
Erratic Toyota tailgating on Massachusetts Turnpike
Traffic
Massachusetts Tpke, Palmer, MA
As discussed during the dispatch call, a caller reported a Toyota Camry traveling westbound near mile marker 62.2 on the Massachusetts Turnpike, tailgating and driving erratically.
Woman having a seizure near Whalen Street in Palmer
Medical Emergency
Whalen St, Palmer, MA 01069
As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS mutual aid was requested for a 57-year-old woman reportedly having a seizure at a residence on Whalen Street in Palmer. Responders were also reported on scene at a separate location on Parker Street.
Elderly man with Parkinson's evaluated after night driving
Medical Emergency
Wilbraham St, Palmer, MA 01069
As discussed during the dispatch call, police requested an EMS evaluation for an elderly man on Wilbraham Street near the town line after he reportedly drove all night and has Parkinson’s. An ambulance was dispatched and responded to the scene.
Patient having difficulty breathing at Commercial St
Medical Emergency
Commercial St, Palmer, MA
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a location near Commercial Street in Palmer for a reported patient having difficulty breathing. The reporting party was not on scene.
Fire crews investigate three-story multi-family home
Fire
Salem St, Palmer, MA 01069
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a possible fire at a large three-story multi-family building near Salem Street and Clear Lane. Engine 2 arrived and began investigating while another unit took command.
Slow 18-wheeler blocking traffic near Big Y
Traffic
Thorndike St, Palmer, MA 01069
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a report of an 18-wheeler traveling much slower than the speed limit near a Starbucks and a Big Y, making it difficult for other vehicles to pass. The caller reported the truck had a paper tag but could not read it, and a later update indicated there was no visual on the vehicle.
Hit-and-run involving school van on Route 65
Traffic
Massachusetts Tpke, Palmer, MA
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of a possible hit and run in Palmer, with a caller following a school bus van eastbound on Route 65. A blue Toyota Corolla was also mentioned in connection with the incident.
Fire alarm activation at townhouse apartments
Fire
Lawrence St, Palmer, MA 01069
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews and an ambulance were dispatched to a possible fire alarm activation at townhouse apartments near Lawrence Street. The exact address was reported as (number withheld) Lawrence Street, with an update expected after arrival.
Report of lost firearm at South Main Street
Weapons
S Main St, Palmer, MA 01069
As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer was asked to respond in person to a location on South Main Street to speak with a caller who wanted to report a lost firearm.
Officer advises two people on permits and rights
Other Non-Crime Event
St John St, Palmer, MA 01069
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers contacted two involved parties near Saint John Street, advised them of their rights and how to obtain the proper permits, and then cleared the scene.
Report of solicitors walking on Old Warren Road
Suspicious Activity
Old Warren Rd, Palmer, MA 01069
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a report of four solicitors walking around properties near Old Warren Road and possibly seen on camera before moving toward St. John Street. An officer checked the driveway and nearby area but did not locate them.
Unauthorized backyard burn on Calkins Road
Fire
Calkins Rd, Palmer, MA 01069
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire personnel responded to a reported unauthorized backyard bonfire near Calkins Road in Palmer. The person involved was letting the fire go out, and no additional alarm response was needed.
Lift assist requested at residential address
Medical Emergency
Beacon Dr, Palmer, MA 01069
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were notified of a possible lift assist at a residence near Beacon Drive after a direct call to the fire alarm station.
