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Emergency Incidents
Man found unconscious then awake near East 31st Street, Paterson
Medical Emergency
E 31st St, Paterson, NJ 07514
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were sent to a possible medical emergency involving an unconscious person near East 31st Street and 12th Avenue by a nearby depot. Later radio traffic indicated the male patient was awake and alert, and responding units were told they could disregard if involved.
Candle triggers fire alarm at Pacific Street apartment
Fire
Pacific St, Paterson, NJ 07503
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews investigated a reported fire alarm near Pacific Street in Paterson. They found a candle burning inside an apartment, which caused the alarm activation. The alarm was reset and holding, and command was terminated.
Traffic stop on black BMW near Union Boulevard
Traffic
McBride Ave, Paterson, NJ 07501
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop on a black BMW near Union Boulevard Bridge and then pulled the vehicle off near McBride Avenue in Paterson, New Jersey.
Cooking smoke triggers commercial fire alarm
Fire
Main St, Paterson, NJ 07503
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported commercial fire alarm at a business near Main Street in Paterson. Units found that smoke from cooking had activated the alarm, with no signs of an actual fire, and the alarm was reset and command ended.
Overheated car in parking garage on Kell Street
Fire
Godwin Ave, Paterson, NJ 07501
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a report of a possible vehicle fire near Kell Street between Hamilton Avenue and Godwin Avenue. Responders later reported an overheated vehicle inside a parking garage with no active fire and planned to ventilate the lobby.
Traffic accident with injuries on McLean Boulevard
Traffic
McLean Blvd, Paterson, NJ 07504
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a reported motor vehicle crash with injuries near McLean Boulevard between 18th Avenue and 19th Avenue. Engine units were sent to block traffic while EMS handled the injured people.
Smoking in lobby triggers fire alarm activation
Fire
Godwin Ave, Paterson, NJ 07501
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to an activated fire alarm at a five-story occupied residential building near Godwin Avenue and Rosa Parks Boulevard. A zone four smoke detector was triggered, and crews reported nothing showing from the outside. It was later reported that smoking in the lobby set off the alarm, and the response was reduced. In a separate call, Engine Three was sent to block traffic for EMS near McLean Boulevard for a traffic incident with injuries.
Dispute over belongings between family members
Domestic Dispute
Broadway, Paterson, NJ 07505
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers provided an update on a domestic-related complaint in Paterson. They spoke with the female involved and gathered information for a report; she declined to pursue a restraining order at that time. Officers also spoke by phone with the male involved, who reportedly had her belongings and said he would drop off the phone at a local police department.
Overdose reported near Newark Avenue
Substance Use
Newark Ave, Paterson, NJ 07503
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services were dispatched to an overdose near Newark Avenue in Paterson, with Atlantic and Main streets given as cross streets.
Dust from roofing work mistaken for building fire
Fire
Crooks Ave, Paterson, NJ 07503
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a report of a possible structure fire near Crooks Avenue and Main Street in Paterson. A passerby reported smoke from a building, and crews investigated and found roofers working on a nearby building, with dust or smoke likely responsible. All companies were returned available on a good intent.
Person with respiratory complaint near Park Avenue
Medical Emergency
Park Ave, Paterson, NJ 07504
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical crews were dispatched for a reported respiratory problem near Park Avenue in Paterson. One unit was told to stand down and another was directed to take the call.
Medical call near 20th Ave and Chipman in Paterson
Medical Emergency
20th Ave, Paterson, NJ 07501
As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS unit 701 was dispatched to a possible medical emergency near 20th Avenue and Chipman in Paterson. The specific patient complaint was not stated.
Smoke from cigarette triggers fire alarm in lobby
Fire
Main St, Paterson, NJ 07503
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were dispatched to a reported activated fire alarm near Main Street in Paterson. A later update indicated that someone smoking may have set off the alarm system in a lobby area.
False fire alarm triggered by smoking in basement
Fire
E 32nd St, Paterson, NJ 07504
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units were dispatched to activated fire alarms at a building on East 32nd Street and another on Main Street. Radio traffic indicated that someone smoking set off the alarm at the first location and the system would be reset shortly.
Fire crew responds to stuck elevator at market
Other Non-Crime Event
Mill St, Paterson, NJ 07501
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were dispatched to a market on Mill Street in Paterson for a reported stuck elevator.
Male patient with high blood pressure at dialysis center
Medical Emergency
Getty Ave, 275 Hospital Plaza, Paterson, NJ 07503
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic indicates a possible medical emergency involving a male with hypertension at a dialysis facility near State Street and Hemlock Street in Paterson.
False fire alarm caused by blow dryer smoke
Fire
Carroll St, Paterson, NJ 07501
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to an activated fire alarm at a building on Carroll Street in Paterson. The alarm was reportedly triggered by smoke from a blow dryer, and the system was reset before the incident was terminated.
Man leaves home after missing medication for weeks
Medical Emergency
Jackson St, Paterson, NJ 07503
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to a residence on Jackson Street for a possible medical or mental health concern involving an adult man who reportedly had not taken his medication for several weeks. His father requested an ambulance, but the situation was unclear and the man later left the home in a gray Honda Accord with no known direction of travel.
Dispute over damaged vehicle mirror at work site
Property Damage
Park Rd, Paterson, NJ 07514
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to a location near Rock Park Road in Paterson for a possible minor collision or property damage report. A caller alleged that a construction worker broke a vehicle mirror with a work truck, but the worker reportedly denied causing the damage.
Person having seizures near Straight Street in Paterson
Medical Emergency
Straight St, Paterson, NJ 07501
As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS was dispatched to a location on Straight Street in Paterson for a possible seizure-related medical emergency.
