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Emergency Incidents
Vacant house fully involved in West Terre Haute fire
Fire
N 8th St, West Terre Haute, IN 47885
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews respond to a reported fully involved vacant single-story home near North 8th Street and H Street in West Terre Haute. Heavy smoke and flames are reported from multiple sides, and units are conducting defensive operations with hydrant supply and exposure protection.
Woman in cardiac arrest found unresponsive on toilet
Medical Emergency
Gannon Rd, West Terre Haute, IN 47885
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a reported cardiac arrest involving an approximately 80-year-old woman who had passed out and was not breathing at a residence near Gannon Road. The patient was reportedly still in a small bathroom and could not be moved, and multiple fire and medical units were dispatched to the scene.
Juvenile reported trying to stab boy with a knife
Weapons
S 6th St & W Nat'l Ave, West Terre Haute, IN 47885
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded near 6th Street and West National Avenue in West Terre Haute for a report that a juvenile was trying to stab another person and still had a knife. The juvenile reportedly fled northbound on a bicycle with another group of juveniles. The reporting party was waiting just north of the intersection on the east side of the road.
Traffic stop at Ninth and National in West Terre Haute
Traffic
S 9th St & W Nat'l Ave, West Terre Haute, IN 47885
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop near Ninth Street and National Avenue by a local business involving a blue Ford F-150 and a trailer. The stop included checks of the vehicle’s license plate and trailer plate information.
Traffic stop at Ninth and National near gas station
Traffic
S 9th St & W Nat'l Ave, West Terre Haute, IN 47885
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop near Ninth Street and National Avenue by a gas station in West Terre Haute.
Traffic stop on Pennington Road passenger
Traffic
Pennington Road, West Terre Haute, Indiana 47885, United States
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop on Pennington Road in West Terre Haute involving a passenger. A records check was requested and the unit was told to hold until further instructions.
Older man slurs words and falls at Casey's store
Medical Emergency
W Nat'l Ave, West Terre Haute, IN 47885
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were sent to a general store near West National Avenue in West Terre Haute for an older man who was slurring his words and had fallen down in front of the building. Responders were unsure if this was a medical issue or possible intoxication.
Injured deer in roadside ditch on Old Paris Road
Animal Incident
Old Paris Rd, West Terre Haute, IN 47885
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of a possible injured deer in a roadside ditch on the north side of Old Paris Road. The reporting party apparently struck the animal, declined to make a report, and left the area.
Person treated for diabetic issue at Lower Sandford Road
Medical Emergency
Lower Sandford Rd, West Terre Haute, IN 47885
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a possible diabetic medical problem near Lower Sandford Road in West Terre Haute, with an ambulance responding from a nearby location.
Caller reports possible break-in attempt at home
Break-In
W Leiber Ave, West Terre Haute, IN 47885
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of several males outside a home on West Leiber Avenue, with one yelling and the caller fearing they may have tried to break in. The caller reportedly locked herself in a bathroom. Dispatch noted a history of similar calls at this location.
Person needing lifting assistance at West Terre Haute address
Medical Emergency
US-150, West Terre Haute, IN 47885
As discussed during the dispatch call, engine 41 was dispatched to a possible lift-assist medical call near US Highway 150 in West Terre Haute.
Sick person reported near West Thralls Avenue
Medical Emergency
W Thralls Ave, West Terre Haute, IN 47885
As discussed during the dispatch call, engine 42 and a TransCare ambulance were dispatched to a possible sick person at a location near West Thralls Avenue in West Terre Haute, Indiana, with an alpha priority response.
Altercation and property damage at South 6th Street home
Assault Report
S 6th St, West Terre Haute, IN 47885
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported verbal and physical disturbance near South 6th Street in West Terre Haute involving several adults and juveniles causing problems with a daughter. Screaming was heard, and there were reports that someone may have been hit in the head and that a car was damaged with a brick.
Woman with COPD experiencing shortness of breath
Medical Emergency
Hill Rd, West Terre Haute, IN 47885
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a home near North Short Road in West Terre Haute for a reported female with shortness of breath and a history of COPD.
Noise complaint with people yelling at residence
Disturbance
S 8th St, West Terre Haute, IN 47885
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a possible noise disturbance near South 8th Street in West Terre Haute, where multiple people were reportedly yelling both outside and inside a building.
Person experiencing heart problems at residence
Medical Emergency
Old Paris Rd, West Terre Haute, IN 47885
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a location near Old Paris Road for a possible heart-related medical emergency. Engine 41 and an ambulance unit were assigned to respond.
Suspicious person reported at firehouse
Suspicious Activity
W Nat'l Ave, West Terre Haute, IN 47885
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a report of a male standing near the firehouse at National and Church, possibly getting into a vehicle that may have left westbound on National. The officer was unable to locate the vehicles, spoke with the reporting party, and planned to contact the building owner for possible video footage. The male was reportedly trespassed from the area and a report was taken.
Fire crews find only recreational bonfire
Fire
Cook Rd, West Terre Haute, IN 47885
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units responded to a reported outdoor fire on Cook Road, but it was determined to be a recreational bonfire and units were told to disregard.
Driver refuses to exit car during traffic stop
Traffic
I 70, West Terre Haute, Indiana 47885, United States
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop on a black Hyundai sedan on westbound I-70 near the 3 mile marker by Vigo County. The driver reportedly did not follow repeated instructions, and officers placed stop sticks behind the rear tires. One person was later reported in custody and the vehicle was cleared.
Complaint about hunting gunfire near wildlife reserve
Weapons
S McIlroy Ave, West Terre Haute, IN 47885
As discussed during the dispatch call, a caller reported seeing two people in hunting camouflage near a wildlife reserve and hearing about 10 gunshots. A deputy said it was opening day for hunting and that the call could be taken down, but they would still check the area near South McIlroy and West Arrowhead.
