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Emergency Incidents
Person at day center shows abnormal behavior
Medical Emergency
Milton St, Waltham, MA 02453
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a possible psychiatric evaluation for a 30-year-old man at a day center near Milton Street in Waltham. Police arrived first, and fire and medical units staged nearby before being allowed to enter through an unlocked rear door. Radio traffic also mentioned possible stroke symptoms on the right side.
Burglar alarm at Leslie Road residence
Break-In
Leslie Rd, North Waltham, MA 02451
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a reported burglar alarm at a residence near Leslie Road, with an indication of front door entry. Units were later told to disregard the call.
Hit-and-run crash on Moody Street
Traffic
Moody St, Waltham, MA
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported hit-and-run crash on Moody Street in Waltham, where a black sedan reportedly left the scene toward Newton. The reporting party was waiting in a black Honda Civic.
Packages reported stolen from apartment mailroom
Theft Report
Building 4, 184 Ridge Ln #303, Waltham, MA 02452
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to an apartment building on Ridge Lane for a reported theft of two packages from the mailroom. A caller requested to speak with a resident about the incident.
Fire alarm response near Moody Street railroad tracks
Fire
Moody St, Waltham, MA
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported fire alarm near Moody Street in Waltham. Train traffic was temporarily held while responders coordinated with transit authorities, and EMS transported a person before all units were cleared.
Person struck by train on outbound track behind Felton St
Medical Emergency
Felton St, Waltham, MA 02453
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a report of a person struck by a train on the outbound railroad track behind Felton Street near Moody Street in Waltham. The person was reported conscious, and police, fire, EMS, and transit were notified.
Elevator alarm sounds near Winter Street in Waltham
Fire
Winter St, Waltham, MA 02451
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible alarm at a building on Winter Street, involving an elevator alarm with no contact from the alarm company.
Minor park lot dispute possibly over car accident
Disturbance
Nipper Maher Park, 65 Dartmouth St, Waltham, MA 02453
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported disturbance in the parking lot of Nipper Maher Park, where two people were arguing, possibly over a motor vehicle accident. Units arrived and later reported it was a minor paperwork exchange and cleared the scene.
Man pushes woman to ground near gazebo in common
Assault Report
Main St, Waltham, MA 02452
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of a possible assault near a gazebo by Main Street in Waltham, where a group was gathered and a male reportedly pushed a female to the ground.
Trespassing complaint at Taylor Street residence
Break-In
Taylor St, Waltham, MA 02453
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported trespass at a residence on Taylor Street in Waltham after a landlord’s daughter said a man was trespassing there. Units followed up and questioned people at the home before clearing the scene.
59-year-old man feeling lightheaded and dizzy
Medical Emergency
Newton St, Waltham, MA 02453
As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS was dispatched to a home on Newton Street for a reported 59-year-old man who was feeling lightheaded and dizzy.
Truck blocking hydrant on Wheelock Road
Traffic
Wheelock Rd, Waltham, MA 02453
As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer responded to a report of a pickup truck blocking a fire hydrant on Wheelock Road in Waltham. The vehicle was later moved and the call was cleared.
Flyers left on cars and possible strike reported
Suspicious Activity
3rd Ave, Waltham, MA 02451
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were requested by a business’s CEO or security near 3rd Avenue in Waltham regarding people reportedly leaving flyers on vehicles and mentioning a possible strike.
79-year-old woman lethargic with blood pressure issue
Medical Emergency
2nd Ave, Waltham, MA 02451
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews respond to a medical call at a hospital in Waltham for a 79-year-old woman who is lethargic, confused, and has an abnormal blood pressure.
False fire alarm at Brandeis University pool
Fire
South St, Waltham, MA 02453
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported fire alarm at a university pool on South Street in Waltham. Responding units found no visible fire and reported a possible condensation issue near the pool station, with university police handling the situation and fire companies clearing the scene.
Fire alarm caused by burnt popcorn in building
Fire
Overland Rd, Waltham, MA 02451
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported central station fire alarm at a building near Overland Road in Waltham. The alarm was traced to burnt popcorn, and the incident was handled by one engine with other companies canceled.
False fire alarms at Cronin’s Landing garage
Fire
Moody St, Waltham, MA 02453
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to repeated fire alarm activations at a building on Moody Street in Waltham. Units worked on the alarm system and later reported the issue appeared to be burnt popcorn. A separate central station alarm at another location on Overland Road was also reported and apparently caused by burnt popcorn.
Traffic lights out at Main and Bear Hill intersection
Traffic
Main St & Bear Hill Rd, Waltham, MA 02451
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible power outage affecting traffic lights at the intersection of Main St and Bear Hill Rd, with a request for stop signs. A 27-year-old man with a swollen right wrist injury is also being transported by ambulance.
Man Injured Hand in Machine Accident at University Garage
Medical Emergency
Parking lot, 515 South St, Waltham, MA 02453
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a reported machine-related right wrist injury involving a 27-year-old facilities worker in a garage at a university on South Street. The person was conscious and alert with swelling but no entrapment or deformity reported.
Suspicious car with hazards on Forest Drive
Suspicious Activity
Forest St, Waltham, MA 02452
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to check a possible suspicious white Dodge on Forest Drive, reportedly seen about 40 minutes earlier with hazard lights on and a driver who appeared confused about what he was looking for.
