Disabled motorist changing tire near State Road 17
TrafficAs discussed during the dispatch call, a motorist reported being disabled and changing a tire near Mary Street in Punta Gorda, close to the area just before State Road 17.
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TrafficFire alarm at Sandra's Restaurant
FireAs discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible fire alarm at a restaurant near West Olympia Avenue. Fire personnel are asked to advise if law enforcement is needed.
Fire alarm at restaurant on West Olympia Avenue
FireAs discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible fire alarm at a restaurant on West Olympia Avenue, and firefighters request an ambulance.
Officers locate intoxicated man on Arica Street
Substance UseAs discussed during the dispatch call, officers tracked and contacted an intoxicated man near a convenience store and then located him in the (number withheld) block of Arica Street after following his direction of travel.
Intoxicated man causing disturbance at 7-Eleven
Substance UseAs discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a welfare check at a convenience store on Tamiami Trail for a reportedly intoxicated older man outside the store. He was described as wearing (description withheld), carrying a case of beer, and possibly having urinated on himself while standing in the parking lot and asking for a ride.
Gunshot reported after knife dispute at Mango Drive
WeaponsAs discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a possible weapons disturbance near Mango Drive across from Palmerston Avenue after callers reported a man with a knife, a neighbor with a gun, arguing, and possible gunshots in the area. Responding units detained two people at gunpoint, who said they were not involved and that the shots came from farther down the road. Officers did not find any evidence of a disturbance on arrival and continued checking the area.
Report of gunfire in a driveway near Mango Drive
TrafficAs discussed during the dispatch call, units were advised of a report that a neighbor fired a gun into the ground in a driveway; emergency traffic was broadcast for an officer at Mango Drive. Separate radio traffic also mentions changing a call type to reckless driving, and a trailer stop with no tag.
Possible blood clot reported after surgery at Punta Gorda home
Medical EmergencyAs discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews respond to a medical call near Suzi Street and La Costa Island Court for a 53-year-old woman who is awake and breathing and reports a possible blood clot near a recent surgical incision.
Traffic crash closes turn lanes at Harbor View Road
TrafficAs discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic indicates a possible traffic crash near Harbor View Road and southbound Tamiami Trail, with the left turn lane from Tamiami onto Harbor View and the right turn lane from Harbor View to northbound US 41 closed. Traffic control is requested near Kings and Harbor View, and units are directed to park on the western side of Harbor View while directing traffic behind nearby businesses.
Driver accused of nearly hitting child with car
TrafficAs discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of a possible reckless driver near Arrowhead Circle and Preston Avenue. The caller said the driver nearly hit a child, kept honking, and would not stop. The caller followed the vehicle to a nearby home and waited for a deputy to respond.
Traffic stop on Honda near US 41 and Airport Road
TrafficAs discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop near US 41 and Airport Road involving a black and yellow Honda with a Florida license plate.
Report of leaf burn near Boots Street address
FireAs discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were dispatched to a possible leaf burn near Boots Street by Jones Loop Road in Punta Gorda.
Player falls at South County Regional Park in Punta Gorda
Medical EmergencyAs discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a possible medical issue involving a player who fell at a regional park near Cooper Street.
Person locked inside condo due to jammed door
Other Non-Crime EventAs discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews are dispatched to a possible lockout rescue at a condo near Harbor View Road and Melbourne Street, where a caller reports being locked inside due to a jammed door lock.
Person injured in fall at Orange Avenue Drive
Medical EmergencyAs discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a possible fall near Orange Avenue Drive and Palmetto in Punta Gorda, Florida.
Plaza fire alarms sounding at 1900 Tamiami Trail
FireAs discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were dispatched to a reported audible fire alarm across a plaza near Tamiami Trail in Punta Gorda. No smoke or flames were seen, and one responding truck was later canceled for a recurring alarm.
Possible illegal burn on Boots Street
FireAs discussed during the dispatch call, fire units were dispatched to a location near Boots Street and Jones Loop Road for a possible illegal burn, but the call was later changed to a lift assist rescue.
Person boarding boat without permission at marina
Suspicious ActivityAs discussed during the dispatch call, officers are investigating a report of a suspicious man boarding a boat at a marina in Punta Gorda. The man is reportedly on a vessel that does not belong to him.
Two-car crash with pole strike in Punta Gorda
TrafficAs discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a two-vehicle crash with no injuries near West Marion Avenue and Morningside Street in Punta Gorda. A utility pole was reportedly struck, and the utility company was notified.
Two-car crash with no injuries on West Marion
TrafficAs discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported no-injury crash involving two vehicles near West Marion Avenue and Monte Street. Both vehicles were pulled onto the side of the road.
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