Officer requests check of library building
Suspicious ConditionAs discussed during the dispatch call, an officer requested another unit to check the library in Waltham, and other officers were notified.
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Suspicious ConditionParking complaint about gray landscaping truck
TrafficAs discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a possible parking or traffic complaint near Bolton Street involving a gray landscaping truck with marked tires.
Unknown odor reported at Brandeis University dorm
FireAs discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported odor inside a university building on South Street, initially described as a possible natural gas smell. University maintenance later reported they did not believe it was gas and were unsure what the odor was.
Natural gas odor reported at Brandeis University hall
FireAs discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were dispatched to a university building on South Street for a reported inside odor of natural gas, with a possible gas leak investigation underway.
Deceased cat found on Trapelo Road in Waltham
Other Non-Crime EventAs discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a report of a deceased cat in the roadway on Trapelo Road near Miriam Road in Waltham. The animal was apparently located at that intersection, and city pickup was requested.
Officer speaks with resident about phone call
Other IncidentsAs discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to the area of College Farm Road and Trapelo Road in Waltham to check for a reported deceased cat in the roadway and to speak with a person about a possible phone call they received.
73-year-old female falls and suffers head injury
Medical EmergencyAs discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to an apartment on Grove Street in Waltham for a 73-year-old woman who reportedly fell, struck her head, and had difficulty breathing. The patient was reported conscious and alert while responders assessed her, and a medic unit arrived after a brief delay from a train.
Two-car crash with no injuries on Moody Street
TrafficAs discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a two-car crash with no injuries near a Mobil gas station on Moody Street involving a Honda Accord and a white Mazda. A tow truck is being started for the Honda Accord. Separate medical units are dispatched to a nearby Grove Street location for a (number withheld) woman who reportedly fell, struck her head, and is having difficulty breathing.
Couple reportedly fighting in Crescent Street lot
Assault ReportAs discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to a reported physical fight between a couple in a parking lot near Crescent Street. A 27-year-old male son was also reported to be on scene, and one party was said to live on a bus.
Alarm at gas station, no problem found
Break-InAs discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a possible alarm at a gas station near Main Street. Units investigated and reported nothing showing.
Female experiencing withdrawal symptoms at police station
Medical EmergencyAs discussed during the dispatch call, ambulance 1 is dispatched to a police station booking area on Lexington Street for a female party reportedly going through withdrawals.
Teenager threatens suicide by train at Waltham gas station
Medical EmergencyAs discussed during the dispatch call, police and EMS responded near Crescent Street and a nearby gas station for a possible Section 12 psychiatric evaluation of a 17-year-old male who reportedly threatened suicide by train. Staff at a group home requested officers to write the Section 12, and an ambulance was sent to the parking lot across from the gas station for the evaluation.
Youths banging on gas station doors leave after call
DisturbanceAs discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to a gas station on Trapelo Road for a report of three juveniles banging on the glass doors. The employee called 911, and the juveniles reportedly left before officers arrived. An officer was asked to confirm the situation was okay.
Patient status changed during EMS transport in Waltham
Medical EmergencyAs discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical crews reported a change in a patient’s care status and pulled over at a plaza across from a grocery store near Lexington Street in Waltham before planning to resume transport.
78-year-old woman with breathing difficulty at Seminole Ave
Medical EmergencyAs discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were sent to the rear of a building near Seminole Ave in Waltham for a reported 78-year-old woman having difficulty breathing, with AFib and low blood pressure.
Officers escort lost child home on Moody Street
Missing PersonAs discussed during the dispatch call, officers are walking a child back to a possible family residence near Moody Street after he reportedly said he lives there with family members.
Fire alarm at residential building on Garden Circle
FireAs discussed during the dispatch call, fire units were dispatched to a possible fire alarm activation at a building near Gardencrest Circle, with multiple engines and a rescue unit responding.
Possible intoxicated male at 130 River Street
Medical EmergencyAs discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a possible medical issue involving a man in a blue coat near the entrance of a supermarket on River Street in Waltham. Police, an engine company, and an ambulance were dispatched to the scene.
Lost child reported alone with dog on Riverwalk near Elm/Moody
Missing PersonAs discussed during the dispatch call, police were sent to the Riverwalk in the Elm-to-Moody area (just in from Elm) for a report of a young child alone with an unleashed dog. A later update indicated the child said they were lost, and another unit was directed to check the Riverwalk area behind The Edison.
72-year-old woman falls, injures knee and head
Medical EmergencyAs discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a medical call near Chaffee Avenue in Waltham for a 72-year-old woman who fell on the sidewalk, injuring her left knee and possibly striking her head. Responders assessed a possible broken kneecap.
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