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Emergency Incidents
69-year-old woman falls, possible hip fracture at Burgess Rd
Medical Emergency
Burgess Rd, Townsend, MA 01469
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a medical call for a 69-year-old woman who fell near Burgess Road in Townsend, with a possible hip fracture or dislocation. The address was corrected to (number withheld) Burgess Road.
Police respond to verbal dispute between spouses
Domestic Dispute
Mason Rd, West Townsend, MA 01474
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a possible verbal domestic dispute between a wife and husband at a home near Mason Road, after a report from their son. An additional officer from another nearby department was requested to assist.
Woman with extreme vertigo needs medical aid at Center St
Medical Emergency
Center St, Townsend, MA 01469
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire and EMS units responded to a medical call for a 40-year-old woman with extreme vertigo near Center Street in Townsend.
Attempted theft of red vehicle on Fitchburg Road
Stolen Vehicle
Fitchburg Rd, Townsend, MA 01469
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to a location near Fitchburg Road in Townsend for a report of an attempted vehicle theft. A caller reported that someone may have tried to steal his red vehicle, and he was waiting for officers to arrive.
Woman with abdominal pain reported at public safety building
Medical Emergency
Main St, Townsend, MA 01474
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a medical call at the public safety building on Main Street in Townsend for a 66-year-old woman with abdominal pain, reportedly outside in a silver Nissan. Mutual aid from another fire department was requested.
81-year-old woman with severe abdominal pain in Townsend
Medical Emergency
Sumac Dr, Townsend, MA 01469
As discussed during the dispatch call, townsend Fire EMS and Medic 1 were dispatched to a home near Sumac Drive in Townsend for an 81-year-old woman with severe abdominal pain, possibly related to a hernia.
95-year-old female falls near Birch Lane with no injuries
Medical Emergency
Birch Ln, Townsend, MA 01469
As discussed during the dispatch call, townsend Fire EMS is dispatched to a possible medical emergency at a home on Birch Lane in Townsend for a 95-year-old woman who reportedly fell and is in the restroom with no reported injuries.
61-year-old woman with stroke symptoms at home
Medical Emergency
W Elm St, West Townsend, MA 01474
As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS responds to a medical call near West Elm Street in Townsend for a 61-year-old woman with high blood pressure and a recent stroke.
Two-car crash with no injuries on Main Street
Traffic
Main St, Townsend, MA 01469
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a two-car motor vehicle accident with no injuries in front of a business on Main Street in Townsend.
Welfare check for man walking near Emery Road
Medical Emergency
Emery Rd & S Row Rd, Townsend, MA 01469
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched for a welfare check on a man walking on the wrong side of the roadway near Emory Road, with concern he could be struck by a vehicle.
Irate driver in parking lot at donut shop
Disturbance
Main St, Townsend, MA 01469
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported disturbance involving an irate man in a parking lot near a business on Main Street. A second unit was requested, and information about the owner or operator was obtained.
Reported theft of dogs from Fitchburg Road home
Theft Report
Fitchburg Rd, Townsend, MA 01469
As discussed during the dispatch call, a caller reported that his dogs were allegedly stolen from a home on Fitchburg Road in Townsend sometime after 3 p.m. the previous afternoon. Dispatch noted prior similar complaints at this location.
Vehicle rolling into oncoming lanes near Route 13
Traffic
MA-13 & Pheasant Ridge Rd, Townsend, MA 01469
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of a disabled Ford Escape stopped in the roadway near Pheasant Ridge Road and Route 13 in Townsend, with hazards on and reportedly rolling into oncoming traffic. Fire personnel later advised they had moved a vehicle near a tower, and the caller reported the vehicle had turned onto Beville Road near a tavern.
82-year-old woman falls, possible focal seizure in West Townsend
Medical Emergency
Horseshoe Dr, West Townsend, MA 01474
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire and EMS were dispatched to a home near Horseshoe Drive for an 82-year-old woman who reportedly fell with general weakness. The caller later reported a possible focal seizure.
Police search for elderly lost driver on Route 13
Missing Person
MA-13 & North End Rd, Townsend, MA 01469
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are searching for an elderly, lost driver reported to be traveling north on Route 13, possibly crossing into New Hampshire. A female party is tracking the vehicle and may pick him up if he returns to her location. Officers are checking along Route 13 and near North End Road.
Police check on very young child walking alone
Missing Person
Depot St, Townsend, MA 01469
As discussed during the dispatch call, police responded to a welfare concern after a caller reported seeing a very young child walking alone along the side of the road near Townsend House Restaurant, in the area of O Street in Townsend, Massachusetts.
Brush fire near house on Madison Ave in Townsend
Fire
Madison Ave, Townsend, MA 01469
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a brush fire near Madison Avenue in Townsend, reportedly started by a lawnmower about 10 feet from a house. A woman reportedly evacuated the home, and the fire was reported to still be active but not closer to the house.
Gas odor reported at preschool on Main Street
Fire
Main St, Townsend, MA 01469
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were dispatched to a preschool on Main Street in Townsend for a possible outside odor of gas near a meter, and the building was evacuated.
Juveniles blocking parking lot at Sophie's Pizzeria
Disturbance
Main St, Townsend, MA 01469
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported disorderly group of juveniles riding bikes and blocking customers at a business on Main Street. The owner reported that the group refused to leave and appeared to be retaliating after being asked to leave. Units were directed to the right side of the building where the juveniles were reportedly located.
68-year-old woman with altered mental status and breath issues
Medical Emergency
New Fitchburg Rd, West Townsend, MA 01474
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire and EMS are dispatched to a possible medical emergency involving a 68-year-old woman with altered mental status and shortness of breath near New Fitchburg Road in Townsend.
