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Emergency Incidents
Vehicle hits wire causing damage on Winter Street
Fire
Winter St, Waltham, MA 02451
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported fire alarm at a pump house on Winter Street in Waltham. Radio traffic also indicates a vehicle struck a utility pole, causing damage to the vehicle and leaving a wire down near the scene.
Vehicle hits low fiber line at South and Charles
Traffic
South St & Charles St, Waltham, MA 02453
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded near Charles Street and South Street for a fiber optic cable that was knocked down after a vehicle struck it, causing damage to the vehicle. The wire was not fully out of the roadway, and the utility company and police were notified to respond.
Elderly man with fall-related issues near Milton Street
Medical Emergency
Milton St, Waltham, MA 02453
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a possible medical issue involving a 96-year-old man with problems related to a prior fall near Milton Street.
Possible city ordinance violation on Elson Street
Other Incidents
Elson Rd, Waltham, MA 02451
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers respond to a possible city ordinance violation involving equipment activation or operation near Elson Street in Waltham.
Cutting and welding work near (number withheld) in Waltham
Other Non-Crime Event
2nd Ave, Waltham, MA 02451
As discussed during the dispatch call, command was notified of possible cutting and welding activity near (number withheld) in Waltham.
Woman experiencing general weakness at Waltham residence
Medical Emergency
Pine St #1a, Waltham, MA 02453
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical crews were dispatched to a location near Pine Street in Waltham for a 57-year-old woman reported to have general weakness.
Complaint of disturbance involving black Jeep
Disturbance
Pearl St, Waltham, MA 02453
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to a possible disturbance involving a black Jeep across from a location on Pearl Street in Waltham. A Massachusetts license plate was broadcast to the responding unit.
Burglar alarm at restaurant dining area
Break-In
Market Pl Dr, Waltham, MA 02451
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a possible burglary alarm at a restaurant on Market Place Drive in Waltham, with the alarm indicating an inside door in the dining area. Units reported arriving at the scene.
Illegal parking complaint at Summer and Harris
Traffic
Summer St & Harris St, Waltham, MA 02452
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported illegal parking issue near Summer Street and Harris Street, where one citation was issued and the unit cleared the scene.
Person going through dumpsters at apartment complex
Suspicious Activity
Middlesex Cir, Waltham, MA 02452
As discussed during the dispatch call, security reported a possible suspicious person going through dumpsters near Middlesex Circle in Waltham, and police units were dispatched to check the area.
97-year-old male slid out of bed in Waltham
Medical Emergency
Milton St, Waltham, MA 02453
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire and medical crews responded to a reported medical lift assist for a 97-year-old man who slid out of bed near Milton Street in Waltham. Responders arrived and helped the man back into bed.
83-year-old woman treated for nosebleed in Waltham
Medical Emergency
Newton St, Waltham, MA 02453
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a medical call for an 83-year-old woman with a nosebleed at an apartment on Newton Street in Waltham.
Medical aid dispatched near Overland Rd in Waltham
Medical Emergency
Overland Rd, Waltham, MA 02451
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical crews were dispatched for a possible medical emergency near Overland Road and Two Zero Road in a dead-end area, with ALS 10 assigned to respond.
Guest refuses to leave hotel room after checkout
Disturbance
4th Ave, Waltham, MA 02451
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a hotel on 4th Avenue in Waltham for a reported guest who had checked out of a room but was refusing to leave. Staff were waiting at the front desk, and multiple units arrived to handle the situation.
Apartment fire alarm caused by curling iron
Fire
Angleside Rd #111c, Waltham, MA 02453
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported fire alarm at an apartment building on Angleside Road. The alarm was determined to have been triggered by the use of a curling iron in one unit, and no ventilation or additional services were needed.
Motion alarm at Johnson Paint on Warren Street
Break-In
Warren St, Waltham, MA 02453
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a possible burglary alarm at a business on Warren Street after a motion sensor was triggered in the back area. Multiple units were dispatched and arrived at the scene.
Vehicle left parked for days on Orange Street
Traffic
Orange St, Waltham, MA 02453
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a vehicle complaint on Orange Street in Waltham involving a Hyundai reportedly parked for three days.
Static 911 hang-up near Winter Street
Suspicious Activity
Winter St, Waltham, MA 02451
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to a possible 911 hang-up with static on the line near Winter Street in Waltham.
Odor in building near south street traced to leftover food
Fire
South St, Waltham, MA 02453
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews investigated an odor complaint in a building, checked the area with meters, and found no hazardous readings. They later located food left out in a room, which was believed to be the source of the smell reported by police. Facilities remained on scene to check the heating system as a precaution.
Officer requests check of library building
Suspicious Condition
Main St, Waltham, MA 02451
As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer requested another unit to check the library in Waltham, and other officers were notified.
