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Emergency Incidents
Reckless white sedan swerving on Route 119 in Townsend
Traffic
MA-119, Townsend, MA
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a complaint about a newer white sedan reportedly driving recklessly on Route 119 in Townsend, last seen heading toward Ashby. The caller reported the vehicle was having difficulty staying in its lane and was no longer following it.
Medical aid called near Emery Road for mental health hold
Medical Emergency
Emery Rd, Townsend, MA 01469
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire and EMS units were dispatched to a location near Emory Road in Townsend to meet police for a possible involuntary psychiatric evaluation under Section 12.
Child causing disturbance in home on Emery Road
Domestic Dispute
Emery Rd, Townsend, MA 01469
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported family disturbance involving a juvenile at a home near Emery Road. The caller reported the juvenile was throwing objects, hitting parents, and breaking items.
Report of erratic driving on Route 13 north
Traffic
MA-13 & Main St, Townsend, MA 01469
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a motor vehicle complaint about a black Honda SUV reportedly traveling north from Main Street toward Route 13 with possible multiple marked-lane violations. The vehicle may have gone home from a residence near Highland Street.
Go-kart type vehicle stolen from shed on Wilbur Road
Theft Report
Lunenburg Rd, Townsend, MA 01474
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a possible larceny on Wilbur Road involving a male party and a side-by-side or go-kart-type device that was reportedly stolen from a shed.
Elderly woman treated for UTI near Dudley Road
Medical Emergency
Dudley Rd, Townsend, MA 01469
As discussed during the dispatch call, townsend Fire EMS is dispatched to a possible medical call for an 83-year-old woman with a urinary tract infection at an apartment on Dudley Road in Townsend.
Loose horses create road hazard on MA-13
Traffic
MA-13 & Tyler Rd, Townsend, MA 01474
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a report of multiple horses loose in the roadway near Tyler Road and MA-13 South. A passerby reportedly helped wrangle the animals, and the road hazard was later reported clear.
84-year-old female falls out of bed with no injuries
Medical Emergency
Edward Rd, Townsend, MA 01469
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a second medical call near Edward Road in Townsend for an 84-year-old woman who reportedly fell out of bed, with no reported injuries.
Debris in road causing cars to swerve
Traffic
Warren Rd & Pierce Rd, Townsend, MA 01469
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible road hazard with debris in the roadway near Warren Road and Pierce Road in Townsend, causing vehicles to swerve.
Fire alarm on Main Street with one person transported
Fire
Main St, Townsend, MA
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible fire alarm on Main Street in Townsend, Massachusetts. Responders on scene transported one patient to a hospital in Leominster, while another patient reportedly refused care. Additional units were returning to assist with the second patient.
Two-car crash on Main Street in Townsend
Traffic
Main St, Townsend, MA 01469
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire, EMS, and police responded to a reported two-vehicle crash near Main Street in Townsend. One vehicle may have been trying to flee, and airbags were deployed in one vehicle with the operator still inside.
Residential carbon monoxide alarm on Bailey Road
Fire
Bailey Rd, West Townsend, MA 01474
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews are dispatched to a possible residential carbon monoxide alarm near Bailey Road in West Townsend.
Reckless BMW with fighting occupants on Route 119
Traffic
Main St, West Townsend, MA 01474
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received reports of a gray or silver BMW driving erratically at high speed on Route 119/Main Street toward Ashby, with two occupants reportedly fighting inside. Units attempted to catch up as the vehicle continued westbound toward the Ashby town line.
Car hits deer on Greenville Road in Townsend
Traffic
Greenville Rd, Townsend, MA 01474
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible motor vehicle crash involving a deer on Greenville Road near the town line. The driver remained in a brown Honda CRV, and the deer’s location was unknown.
Large pothole reported on Haynes Road
Road Closure
Haynes Rd, Townsend, MA 01469
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported large pothole on Haynes Road at the southern end, with concern that rain could worsen the road hazard and damage vehicles. The highway department was requested to address the possible road damage.
Woman in lobby reporting missing friend
Missing Person
Brookline St, Townsend, MA 01469
As discussed during the dispatch call, a woman in a lobby may be reporting that her friend is missing. Officers are responding to the possible missing person concern.
Vehicle stopped with hazard lights on Fitchburg Road
Suspicious Activity
Fitchburg Rd, Townsend, MA
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of a possible suspicious vehicle pulled over with hazard lights on along Fitchburg Road near the Fitchburg line. The vehicle was reportedly parked there for some time.
Woman with hip pain treated near Main Street
Medical Emergency
Main St, Townsend, MA 01469
As discussed during the dispatch call, townsend EMS and a medical unit responded to a reported medical call near Main Street in Townsend for a 71-year-old woman with hip pain after a fall two days earlier. The location was described as being in the rear of the property.
Well-being check on 19-year-old at Emery Road
Medical Emergency
Emery Rd, Townsend, MA 01469
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible welfare check on a 19-year-old at a location on Emery Road, with advocates expected to arrive in about 15 minutes.
Loose dog after breaking glass door at home
Animal Complaint
W Meadow Rd, Townsend, MA 01474
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a report of a loose dog that escaped through a broken glass door at a residence near West Meadow Road. A FedEx delivery driver reported concern that the dog might be injured by the glass, and an animal control officer was notified and en route.
