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Emergency Incidents
Suspicious pair asking to use phones at Dollar General
Suspicious Activity
Sheridan Dr, Tonawanda, NY 14150
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a report of a man and a woman at a Dollar General on Sheridan Drive who were reportedly approaching people and asking to use their phones. Descriptions of their clothing and associated vehicles were broadcast over the radio.
Woman in fifties with abdominal pain and breathing issues
Medical Emergency
Sheridan Dr, Tonawanda, NY 14217
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a possible medical emergency near Sheridan Drive for a woman in her 50s with abdominal pain and difficulty breathing.
Woman with migraine and fever at Sheridan Drive apartment
Medical Emergency
Sheridan Dr Unit 1, Tonawanda, NY 14223
As discussed during the dispatch call, medics were dispatched to a medical call at an apartment on Sheridan Drive for a 38-year-old woman reporting head, ear, eye, and chest pain along with a migraine and fever. The response was later held or adjusted.
Domestic disturbance reported at Ruxton Court North
Domestic Dispute
Wrexham Ct N, Tonawanda, NY 14150
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to a possible domestic disturbance near Ruxton Court North after a woman provided the address on an open line and a language barrier was noted while she appeared to be arguing with a man.
Male evaluated for medical emergency near Niagara Street
Medical Emergency
Niagara St, Tonawanda, NY 14150
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire and EMS units were dispatched for a possible medical issue involving a male near Niagara Street in Tonawanda. Engine 3 responded and arrived on scene.
Younger male bitten by dog on elbow in Tonawanda
Medical Emergency
Brighton Rd, Tonawanda, NY 14150
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a location on Brighton Road for a reported dog bite to a younger male’s elbow, with bleeding described as controlled. Medics were later told to hold their response.
Younger male treated for dog bite near Tonawanda
Medical Emergency
Brighton Rd, Tonawanda, NY 14150
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical crews were sent to a location near Brighton Road in Tonawanda for a possible dog bite injury to a younger male’s elbow, with bleeding reported as controlled.
Odor of natural gas in rear apartment on Fletcher St
Fire
Fletcher St, Tonawanda, NY 14150
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a possible natural gas odor inside a rear apartment near Fletcher Street in Tonawanda. Occupants were advised to evacuate while units checked the situation.
68-year-old woman feels dizzy and nauseous on Cortland Ave
Medical Emergency
Cortland Avenue, Tonawanda, New York 14223, United States
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible medical emergency on Cortland Avenue involving a 68-year-old woman who is dizzy and nauseous, with a family member reportedly on the way.
82-year-old woman with general weakness in Tonawanda
Medical Emergency
Cleveland Dr, Tonawanda Town, NY 14223
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services were dispatched to a location on Cleveland Drive in Tonawanda Town for a possible medical emergency involving an 82-year-old woman with general weakness.
Bedridden man with general illness refuses transport at home
Medical Emergency
Scott St, Tonawanda, NY 14150
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a lower-level residence on Scott Street in Tonawanda for a reported 68-year-old bedridden man with general illness. The patient’s sister met responders outside, and the patient reportedly refused transport after signing a refusal form.
Car swerving through traffic on Route 290 east
Traffic
Youngmann Expressway, Tonawanda, New York 14150, United States
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of a black BMW driving recklessly on Interstate 290 east near Elmwood, reportedly swerving between lanes at high speed. Multiple units were assigned to look for the vehicle.
Northbound Elmwood Avenue temporarily closed at School
Road Closure
Elmwood Ave & School St, Tonawanda Town, NY 14217
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible temporary road closure on northbound Elmwood Avenue near School Street in Tonawanda.
Multi-car crash blocking lanes on Colonial Avenue
Traffic
Colonial Ave, Tonawanda Town, NY 14217
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible three- to four-vehicle property-damage crash near Wood Avenue and Colonial Avenue in Tonawanda Town. Multiple callers reported two vehicles blocking southbound lanes, with no injuries reported. One vehicle remained in the roadway, and the right northbound lane on Elmwood Boulevard was later closed. Both vehicles reportedly needed towing, had airbags deployed, and showed heavy front-end damage. Highway officials were asked to be notified about a no-parking sign on the east side of Elmwood Boulevard.
Nonverbal autistic female aggressive with pain at apartment
Medical Emergency
Sheridan Dr Unit 1, Tonawanda, NY 14223
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers received a report of a 38-year-old woman at an apartment on Sheridan Drive who was reportedly aggressive and complaining of head, ear, and other pain. A unit responded and later indicated they were all set and would request patrol if needed.
77-year-old woman reported cold to touch in apartment
Medical Emergency
Crestmount Ave Apt 317, Tonawanda, NY 14150
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to an apartment on Crestmount Avenue in Tonawanda for a reported medical issue involving a 77-year-old woman who was cold to the touch. The call was later indicated as a basic life support transport with an additional unit responding to the same apartment.
51-year-old man conscious with chest pain in Tonawanda
Medical Emergency
Sheridan Dr, Tonawanda Town, NY 14150
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical crews were sent to a location on Sheridan Drive for a 51-year-old man with chest pain. Radio traffic later indicated he was conscious, alert, breathing, and still complaining of chest pain.
Welfare check upgraded to medic evaluation near Lincoln Park Dr
Medical Emergency
Lincoln Park Dr, Tonawanda, NY 14223
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a welfare check near Lincoln Park Drive after a report that an online classmate sent a group chat message saying she needed help. The call was later upgraded to a possible medical evaluation at the same location. A separate hot response was sent to Sheridan Drive for a 51-year-old man with chest pain.
65-year-old woman can't walk, feels weak in apartment
Medical Emergency
Newell Ave, Tonawanda, NY 14150
As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS was dispatched to an apartment on Newell Avenue in Tonawanda for a possible medical emergency involving a 65-year-old woman who was unable to walk and reported feeling weak but conscious and alert.
