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Emergency Incidents
Motorcycle crash into pole at Exit 7 ramp
Traffic
Washington Ave & 9th St, Rensselaer, NY 12144
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a single motorcycle crash near the Washington Avenue and Ninth Street area after a rider reportedly came off an exit ramp too fast and hit a pole. The rider was conscious and breathing but in pain, and traffic control was requested while the motorcycle and driver information were checked.
Traffic crash with injuries at Washington Avenue ramp
Traffic
Washington Ave, Rensselaer, NY
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a traffic accident with possible injuries near the Washington Avenue exit 7 off-ramp in Rensselaer, with a possible motorcycle involved.
Motorcycle crash into pole off exit ramp
Traffic
Washington St, Rensselaer, NY 12144
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a single-vehicle motorcycle crash near the Exit 7 ramp by Washington Street in Rensselaer. A man was found on the ground after apparently leaving the exit too fast and hitting a pole. He was conscious and waking up but reported pain, and EMS, fire, and traffic control were requested.
Male experiencing chest pain at Kaplan Suites lobby
Medical Emergency
Columbia Turnpike, Rensselaer, NY 12144
As discussed during the dispatch call, responders were dispatched to a hotel lobby for a possible medical emergency involving a man reporting chest pain.
62-year-old man with chest pain at hotel lobby
Medical Emergency
Columbia Turnpike, Rensselaer, NY 12144
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a hotel on Columbia Turnpike for a reported 62-year-old man with chest pain in the front lobby area. The patient was reported to be conscious and breathing normally.
Man suffers chest pain in lobby at Columbia Turnpike suite
Medical Emergency
Columbia Turnpike, Rensselaer, NY 12144
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a hotel on Columbia Turnpike for a male in the lobby or front entryway reporting chest pain. A possible broken ankle was also mentioned in the radio traffic.
Domestic dispute involving intoxicated parents
Domestic Dispute
2nd Ave, Rensselaer, NY 12144
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a possible domestic dispute at a residence on Second Ave, where a daughter reported that her stepfather and mother had both been drinking.
Family dispute involving intoxicated parents
Domestic Dispute
2nd Ave, Rensselaer, NY 12144
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to a possible domestic dispute at a home on 2nd Ave involving a stepfather and mother who had reportedly been drinking, with complaints from a daughter at the scene.
Lift assist for female near Second Ave
Medical Emergency
2nd Ave, Rensselaer, NY 12144
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were sent to a possible medical lift assist for a woman near Second Ave after an off-duty sergeant requested help without lights or sirens.
Person with laceration near First Street in Rensselaer
Medical Emergency
1st St, Rensselaer, NY 12144
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a possible laceration injury near First Street and John Street in Rensselaer. Engine units were dispatched and arrived at the scene.
Person experiencing mental health issue near John Street
Medical Emergency
John St, Rensselaer, NY 12144
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports two medical calls in Rensselaer: a mental health call near John Street and a laceration call near First Street. Fire units are dispatched to respond to both locations.
Separate disturbance reported near (person_name withheld) Street area
Disturbance
John St, Rensselaer, NY 12144
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic indicates officers are handling two separate calls: a possible disturbance with a suspect being interviewed near (person_name withheld) Street and a reported weapons complaint on First Street.
Disturbance involving man with gun and knife on First Street
Weapons
1st St, Rensselaer, NY 12144
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to an active disturbance near First Street involving a male reportedly carrying a gun and a knife and not answering questions. Multiple units were dispatched and arrived on scene.
Victim located after knife disturbance near First St and John St
Assault Report
1st St & John St, Rensselaer, NY 12144
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported disturbance involving a knife and a possible gun. Units made contact near First St and John St, separated the involved parties, and detained/interviewed a male. A knife was reported in a pouch on one involved person; officers later advised they did not have a gun. One victim was located and EMS was requested.
Disturbance with man carrying hammer on Glen Street
Weapons
Glen St & Broadway, Rensselaer, NY 12144
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported disturbance with a possible weapon near Broadway and Glen. A shirtless man carrying a flashlight hammer was reported, and a red Chevy Malibu was reportedly parked near Glen and Third while the suspect was last seen walking up Glen.
Person with sledgehammer reported near Broadway and Glen
Weapons
Glen St & Broadway, Rensselaer, NY 12144
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported disturbance involving a person carrying a sledgehammer near Broadway and Glen. The person was later reported walking up Glen, and a vehicle was said to be parked near Glen and 3rd.
Reported burglary/home intrusion near Prospect Hills Road
Break-In
Prospect Hills Rd, Rensselaer, NY 12144
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of a possible burglary/home intrusion at a residence near Prospect Hills Road. The caller (a minor) and a friend reported hiding in the basement while someone (possibly a neighbor/juvenile) was believed to be inside. Dispatch also relayed the caller and friend were at/associated with a daycare center. The suspected person was believed to have left before officers arrived.
Glasses reported stolen from cart at Target
Theft Report
3rd Avenue, Rensselaer, NY 12144
As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer was dispatched to a store on Third Avenue for a possible theft after a caller reported leaving her glasses in a shopping cart, which was then gone. The store planned to review security footage, and the caller was waiting nearby.
65-year-old woman falls, possible broken hip in Rensselaer
Medical Emergency
2nd St, Rensselaer, NY 12144
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a medical call near Second Street in Rensselaer for a 65-year-old woman who reportedly fell on the first floor and may have a broken hip.
65-year-old woman fell with possible broken hip at home
Medical Emergency
2nd St, Rensselaer, NY 12144
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical crews were dispatched to a location near Second Street in Rensselaer for a 65-year-old woman who reportedly fell, cannot move, and may have a broken hip.
