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Emergency Incidents
Juveniles reported at abandoned house on Race Street
Suspicious Activity
Race St, Parkersburg, WV 26101
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched for a possible 10-84/unknown problem near Race Street, where three juveniles wearing all black were reported standing on the porch of an abandoned house.
People reportedly throwing woman’s belongings outside
Disturbance
Hemlock St, Parkersburg, WV 26104
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a possible disturbance near Hemlock Street after a caller reported that people were en route to a residence to throw a woman’s belongings outside.
Woman with fever and confusion found asleep at Market St
Medical Emergency
Market St, Parkersburg, WV 26101
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire and EMS were sent to an apartment on Market Street in Parkersburg for a 51-year-old woman with fever, inability to eat, sleeping, and confusion. Radio static made it unclear if the situation was urgent, but fire personnel were requested to respond.
Female patient with fever and confusion, bed-bound at apartment
Medical Emergency
Market St, Parkersburg, WV 26101
As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS was dispatched to an apartment on Market Street in Parkersburg for a reported 51-year-old woman with sickness, confusion, fever, and difficulty eating. Law enforcement later advised the scene was clear for medical responders.
Shoplifting report at Piggly Wiggly on Plum Street
Theft Report
Gihon Village, Parkersburg, WV 26101
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a possible shoplifting at a grocery store on Plum Street involving a man in a (description withheld) and (description withheld). He was last seen heading toward Seventh Street near a car lot and was later contacted near Fifth and Walnut. The store reported he had taken alcohol, but officers said he had returned it. The man had a (description withheld) and was transported to a hospital.
Man reported acting suspicious near Plum Street store
Disturbance
Plum St & Seventh St, Parkersburg, WV 26101
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a report of a suspicious or disorderly man near a grocery store on Plum Street, last seen heading toward Seventh Street by a car lot. Radio traffic also referenced a separate medical call at an apartment on Highview Terrace in Vienna for an older man having difficulty breathing and possible alcohol involvement.
Woman injured in assault at Pickering Street home
Domestic Dispute
Pickering St, Parkersburg, WV 26101
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible domestic assault at a residence near Pickering Street in Parkersburg, where a 53-year-old woman was reportedly thrown to the ground by her boyfriend and may have broken ribs and difficulty breathing. Responders were advised to stage nearby while EMS was en route, and the suspect was believed to be unarmed.
Elderly woman falls and hits head after kidney surgery
Medical Emergency
Cadillac Dr, Parkersburg, WV 26104
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a home near Cadillac Drive for an 80-year-old woman who reportedly fell and struck her head after recent kidney surgery. The extent of her injuries was unknown.
Disorderly subject reported at behavioral facility
Disturbance
30th St, Parkersburg, WV 26104
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a prior incident at an apartment on 30th Street, after which a person reportedly left and was later seen near a behavioral health facility across from a convenience store in an orange Honda Fit.
83-year-old woman with confusion due to UTI evaluated
Medical Emergency
Cypress St, Parkersburg, WV 26104
As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS was dispatched to a location near Cypress Street and Emerson Avenue in Parkersburg for an 83-year-old woman with confusion and a possible history of a urinary tract infection. Responders were advised to use the front door.
Crash reported beside Dollar Tree on 7th Street
Traffic
E 7th St, Parkersburg, WV 26101
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible traffic crash near a store on 7th Street in Parkersburg.
Elderly woman falls, reports neck and hip pain
Medical Emergency
23rd St, Parkersburg, WV 26101
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were sent to a medical facility near 23rd Street in Parkersburg for an elderly woman who reportedly fell and was complaining of head, neck, and hip pain in a room at the Colonial House.
Elderly man with low blood pressure at nursing home in Worthington
Medical Emergency
36th St, Parkersburg, WV 26104
As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS is dispatched to a nursing and rehabilitation facility on 36th Street for a reported 68-year-old man in the east wing with lethargy, shivers, body aches, and low blood pressure.
Dead deer blocking road near Hill House
Road Closure
Emerson Ave, Parkersburg, WV 26101
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers reported a dead deer blocking the roadway near a location on Emerson Avenue. The road department was contacted to remove the animal.
Medical alarm for unresponsive 65-year-old male
Medical Emergency
16th St, Parkersburg, WV 26101
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible medical emergency involving a 65-year-old man at a location near 16th Street and nearby cross streets, with no contact made with the person.
Siblings argue with knife and hammer in home
Domestic Dispute
Avery St, Parkersburg, WV 26101
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to a possible domestic disturbance near Avery Street involving a brother and sister. One person reported being shoved twice, and a woman reportedly had a knife and threatened to stab a man, who also had a hammer. Law enforcement was requested to respond.
Family dispute and possible assault over keys
Domestic Dispute
8th Ave, Parkersburg, WV 26101
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a residence near 8th Avenue for a possible domestic dispute involving a mother, her son, and another female withholding keys. The mother reported yelling and injuries to her son's face. They declined police response after the keys were given, but dispatch said the situation should still be checked.
50-year-old female with severe chest pain in Parkersburg
Medical Emergency
43rd St, Parkersburg, WV 26104
As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS was dispatched to a residence near 43rd Street and Cypress for a 50-year-old woman with chest pain, difficulty walking, and congestion. A later update reported that her chest pain had become severe under her breastbone.
Welfare check after earlier argument at Fourth Street
Welfare Check
Fourth St, Parkersburg, WV 26101
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to conduct a welfare check near Fourth Street and possibly Base Street in Parkersburg after repeated calls about a possible domestic dispute. Prior information indicated the people involved had argued earlier in the day and one person had reportedly left in a black vehicle about a week earlier. The caller wanted to make sure the parties were separated.
Two-vehicle crash at Texas Roadhouse parking lot
Traffic
Ohio Ave, Parkersburg, WV 26101
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers reported a two-vehicle crash at a restaurant on Ohio Avenue. One vehicle was described as a black Ford Ranger and the other as a red vehicle. County personnel reportedly moved both vehicles into the restaurant parking lot off the roadway.
