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Emergency Incidents
Welfare check on woman folded in half near W 2nd Street
Medical Emergency
W 2nd St, Portales, NM 88130
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to a possible welfare check near West Second Street in Portales for a woman described by her clothing and hair color, with the caller reporting she would be folded in half.
Domestic dispute with physical fight on West Lime Street
Domestic Dispute
W Lime St, Portales, NM 88130
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers received a report of a possible domestic disturbance and physical fight involving a woman and a man at a trailer near the (number withheld) block of West Lime Street in Portales. A black and white truck was reportedly parked in front of the trailer, and the woman went inside while the man remained on the porch.
North Avenue J house fire knocked down; one person taken to hospital
Fire
N Avenue J, Portales, NM 88130
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a house fire on North Avenue J in Portales, established a hydrant water supply and reported an initial knockdown while continuing work on fire extension. One person was transported code 3 to Roosevelt General Hospital.
Man unable to breathe during structure fire near Hickory Street
Medical Emergency
W Hickory St, Portales, NM 88130
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a report of a 55-year-old man who said he could not breathe near Hickory Street and Avenue J in Portales, New Mexico.
House fire on North Avenue J in Portales
Fire
N Avenue J, Portales, NM 88130
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews and police were dispatched to a reported structure fire near North Avenue J in Portales. Radio traffic indicated a back room was on fire with heavy smoke and visible flames from a rear door, and responders were working to evacuate occupants. A man at a nearby location reportedly had trouble breathing, and responders were directed to meet at an intersection nearby.
Suspicious man at front door on South Globe
Suspicious Activity
S Globe Ave, Portales, NM 88130
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to a possible suspicious person near South Globe Avenue in Portales after a caller reported a man in a baseball cap and blue long-sleeve shirt at her front door and then walking south on Globe Avenue. The officer was reportedly out with another person near Valencia.
One-year-old child injured arm near South Avenue A in Portales
Medical Emergency
S Avenue A, Portales, NM 88130
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a medical call near South Avenue A in Portales for a young child who may have injured his arm. The reporting party was unsure how the injury occurred.
Narcotics complaint at office on West Second Street
Substance Use
W 2nd St, Portales, NM 88130
As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer was dispatched to an office near West Second Street in Portales for a possible narcotics-related complaint.
Loose dog reported at stadium in Portales
Other Non-Crime Event
Portales, NM 88130
As discussed during the dispatch call, animal control was requested to respond to a stadium in Portales for a possible loose black and brown dog.
Woman harassing resident in Portales backyard
Disturbance
E 1st St, Portales, NM 88130
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported harassment incident in a backyard near East First Street, where a woman in a blue hoodie and black sweatpants was reportedly harassing the reporting party. She was described as possibly under the influence and slurring her words, with no weapons reported.
Person aged 42 experiencing chest pains in Portales
Medical Emergency
N Avenue A, Portales, NM 88130
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a reported medical call for a 42-year-old with chest pains near North Avenue A in Portales. The patient was reported to be conscious and breathing, and fire units were en route.
Police seek intoxicated driver in blue Chevy pickup
Substance Use
E 18th St, Portales, NM 88130
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers broadcast a possible intoxicated and irate male driver in an older blue-gray Chevy Silverado, last seen eastbound on 18th Street near Avenue I in Portales, New Mexico.
Woman reports domestic dispute with boyfriend
Domestic Dispute
N Main Ave, Portales, NM 88130
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a possible domestic disturbance near North Main Street in Portales. A woman reportedly said she was with her boyfriend and trying to get away from him. Police units were sent to the area, with a later location update near Ivy Avenue and Main Street.
Intruder enters home near South Avenue G in Portales
Break-In
S Avenue G G, Portales, NM 88130
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported breaking and entering at an apartment on South Avenue G in Portales. A reporting party said someone was trying to get in through the garage and kitchen doors, locked herself in a bedroom, and later reported the person was inside the house. Officers were asked to enter through the garage door.
Noise complaint for loud party at apartment
Disturbance
W University Dr, Portales, NM 88130
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a possible loud party and noise disturbance at an apartment near West University Drive in Portales, New Mexico.
Fire alarm activation at Betty Hall
Fire
S Avenue K, Portales, NM 88130
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible fire alarm activation at a school building, and a unit is responding to check the situation.
Fire alarm activation at Eddy Hall in Portales
Fire
S Avenue K, Portales, NM 88130
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible fire alarm activation at a campus building, and a unit is sent to check for an actual fire before deciding whether to call the fire department.
Person repeatedly taking vehicle batteries
Break-In
W 17th St, Portales, NM 88130
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to a possible theft or suspicious activity near South 17th Street and Charles in Portales, where a man was reportedly taking vehicle batteries to test them. The caller also reported loud bangs heard southwest of the location.
Traffic stop for suspended insurance on 1st Street
Traffic
E 1st St, Portales, NM 88130
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop near East 1st Street in Portales involving a red 2022 Toyota. A records check reportedly showed suspended insurance, and an additional unit was requested due to a possible 47.
80-year-old male falls at home, family assists
Medical Emergency
W 6th St, Portales, NM 88130
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were dispatched to a home near West 6th Street in Portales for a reported fall involving an 80-year-old man who was conscious and breathing. Responders later reported no patient contact, with family having already assisted and requesting no further help.
