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Emergency Incidents
Stalled elevator reported at Falls Square station
Other Non-Crime Event
Broadway, Somerville, MA 02144
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers discussed a possible stalled elevator at the Falls Square station on Broadway, with Medford notified and response considered.
Psychiatric emergency response at Clarendon Ave
Medical Emergency
Clarendon Ave, Somerville, MA 02144
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services were dispatched to a location on Clarendon Ave in Somerville for a possible psychiatric emergency, with a unit from Cambridge requested to respond.
Female lying on road expresses desire to be hit by car
Medical Emergency
Clarendon Ave, Somerville, MA 02144
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported disturbance near Clarendon Avenue involving a man and woman arguing. A woman was reported lying in the road and mentioning she wanted to be hit by a car, indicating a possible mental health crisis. The pair were last reported heading toward Churchill Avenue while still yelling at each other.
Minor crash paper exchange on I-93 south
Traffic
I-93, Somerville, MA
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to assist with a possible non-injury motor vehicle paper exchange on I-93 south near exit 22 in Somerville.
Police check on black Toyota near library
Suspicious Activity
Central St, Somerville, MA
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a report of a black Toyota parked near the library on Central Street in Somerville. The vehicle was reportedly backed into a space and police conducted a check of the possible suspicious vehicle.
Vehicle crash on I-93 northbound by Route 28
Traffic
MA-28, Somerville, MA
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible crash on Interstate 93 northbound near Route 28 in Somerville, with a vehicle on the side of the road.
Search for suspect in recent domestic assault
Domestic Dispute
MA-16 & Broadway, Somerville, MA 02144
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers searched the area around Broadway and Route 16 near a cemetery and nearby parks after a resident reported seeing a man connected to a past domestic assault. The man reportedly returned to the area, and officers were advised that an arrest warrant was outstanding.
Traffic returns to normal after tire change on I-93
Traffic
I-93, Somerville, MA
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible traffic hazard on I-93 southbound near Exit 20 in Somerville involving a tire change, with all lanes later reported open.
Cars and dirt bikes doing burnouts on roadway
Traffic
Kensington Ave, Somerville, MA 02145
As discussed during the dispatch call, a caller reported that cars and dirt bikes were doing burnouts on a main roadway near the Kensington lot in Somerville, Massachusetts.
Crash on Route 93 southbound at exit 20
Traffic
I-93, Somerville, MA
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic indicates a possible motor vehicle crash on Route 93 southbound near exit 20, with fire units requested and Somerville coordinating response over MetroFire.
Two-car crash on I-93 north with one injury
Traffic
I-93, Somerville, MA
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic describes a possible two-vehicle crash on I-93 northbound near exit 21, with one vehicle in the left lane and one in the breakdown lane. Fire and EMS were requested, with one person reporting back pain, and a tow truck was requested.
Low wire reported on Huntington Street corner
Other Non-Crime
Hunting St, Somerville, MA
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers discuss a possible low wire problem on Huntington Street near the Somerville and Cambridge border, with public works considering a response.
Person kicking another on Davis Square platform
Assault Report
Davis Square, Somerville, MA
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible assault at Davis Square, where a man on an outbound train platform was reportedly kicking another person. A unit was dispatched and later reported the situation as all clear.
Traffic stop with firearm near Prescott Street in Somerville
Weapons
Prescott St, Somerville, MA 02143
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a motor vehicle stop near Prescott Street involving a reported firearm and requested a narcotics K9 unit to assist. In a separate incident, fire crews investigated a fire alarm near Sycamore Street after detectors went off and an exhaust odor was found, with no immediate issues reported.
Welfare check for man on bridge over train tracks
Medical Emergency
Woodstock St, Somerville, MA 02144
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to check on a possible welfare concern involving a man on an overhead bridge near Woodstock Street. Trains were advised to use caution in the area.
Two-car crash with no injuries in Sudbury
Traffic
Alewife Brook Pkwy & Broadway, Somerville, MA 02144
As discussed during the dispatch call, units were sent to a reported two-vehicle crash with a paper exchange at Old Brook Parkway and Broadway in the Somerville area. Radio traffic indicated no injuries.
Two-car crash for paper exchange, no injuries
Traffic
Alewife Brook Pkwy & Broadway, Somerville, MA 02144
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a possible minor two-car crash at Alewife Brook Parkway and Broadway in Somerville, with no injuries reported.
Traffic stop of school bus van near Derby Street
Traffic
Derby St, Somerville, MA 02145
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop on a school bus van that had just exited Derby Street in Somerville. A records check showed only a prior reckless driving record from 2013.
Motorcycle helmet found on eastbound rail track
Rail Hazard
Magoun Square, Somerville, MA 02145
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible motorcycle helmet lying between the rails on the eastbound track near Magoun Square and Gilman Square in Somerville. Dispatchers coordinate with a portable unit to check the area and consider removing the object.
102-year-old woman with abdominal and back pain
Medical Emergency
Highland Ave, Somerville, MA 02144
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a care facility on Highland Avenue for a reported medical emergency involving an elderly woman with abdominal and back pain.