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Emergency Incidents
ATVs reported weaving through traffic on Route 2
Traffic
Pleasant Ave, Wellsburg, WV
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received reports of multiple ATVs and side-by-side vehicles driving northbound on Route 2 from the Wellsburg Bridge into Wellsburg, weaving between cars and nearly striking a caller’s vehicle. Another caller reported a side-by-side near Route 2 by Pleasant Avenue, and units checked the area around the back side of a nearby cemetery.
Driver reported for swerving and unsafe passing
Traffic
River Rd, Wellsburg, WV 26070
As discussed during the dispatch call, deputies responded to a report of a silver GMC Terrain driving erratically, swerving, and brake-checking a caller near local businesses and Route 2. The vehicle was stopped at the Clark station, where the driver was advised of the complaint and given a verbal warning.
Female patient requires lift assist near 2nd Street, Wellsburg
Medical Emergency
2nd St, Wellsburg, WV 26070
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a reported lift assist for a woman at a location on 2nd Street in Wellsburg after contact was made through a medical alarm company.
Male having a seizure near Bowman Lane in Wellsburg
Medical Emergency
Bowman Ln, Wellsburg, WV 26070
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were requested near Bowman Lane in Wellsburg for a possible seizure involving a man.
Man, 30, actively seizing near Wellsburg
Medical Emergency
Bowman Ln, Wellsburg, WV 26070
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical and fire units were dispatched to a home near Bowman Lane in Wellsburg for a reported 30-year-old man actively having a seizure with a history of seizures.
91-year-old woman with chest pain and dizziness in Wellsburg
Medical Emergency
Apple Pie Ridge, Wellsburg, WV 26070
As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS and fire crews were dispatched to a home near Apple Pie Ridge Road in Wellsburg for a reported 91-year-old woman with high blood pressure, chest pain or pressure, and dizziness.
Female patient with high blood pressure treated in Wellsburg
Medical Emergency
Apple Pie Ridge, Wellsburg, WV 26070
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a reported medical issue involving a woman with a history of high blood pressure near Apple Pie Ridge Road in Wellsburg. Units arrived on scene and transported the patient to a hospital in Wheeling.
Elderly woman falls from wheelchair and hit head
Medical Emergency
Valley Haven Dr, Wellsburg, WV 26070
As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS responded to a medical emergency near Valley Haven Drive in Beech Bottom for a 93-year-old woman who reportedly fell from her wheelchair, struck her head, and had a laceration to her right eye with swelling and bruising and low oxygen saturation.
Traffic stop for speeding near Smith Oil
Traffic
River Rd, Wellsburg, WV 26070
As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer conducted a traffic stop near Smith Oil involving a purple SUV. The driver received a verbal warning for speeding.
62-year-old man with lung issues seeks ER care
Medical Emergency
7th St, Wellsburg, WV 26070
As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS and fire were dispatched to a location near 7th Street in Wellsburg for a reported 62-year-old man with breathing problems. He was breathing and somewhat responsive and wanted to go to the emergency room. EMS arrived on scene and fire was later told to stand down.
Man with severe abdominal pain near Washington Pike
Medical Emergency
Washington Pike, Wellsburg, WV 26070
As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS and fire crews were dispatched to a location near Washington Pike in Wellsburg for a reported 59-year-old man with severe abdominal pain, bloating, and constipation.
Loud banging reported at vacant house on 27th Street
Suspicious Activity
27th St, Wellsburg, WV 26070
As discussed during the dispatch call, a caller reported very loud hammering noises coming from a house on 27th Street that is believed to be vacant, and a neighbor thinks someone unauthorized may be inside.
Gas drive-off theft at Smith Oil station
Theft Report
River Rd, Wellsburg, WV 26070
As discussed during the dispatch call, a gas station manager reported a possible fuel drive-off theft involving a black Honda Grand Highlander that left the station toward town. An officer was requested to take a report.
Gas drive-off theft at Smith Oil station
Theft Report
River Rd, Wellsburg, WV 26070
As discussed during the dispatch call, a manager at a gas station reported a possible fuel drive-off theft involving about $47 in gas taken around 2:30 by a black Honda Grand Highlander that left toward town. An officer was requested to take a report.
Female delivery driver falls and injures knee in driveway
Medical Emergency
Sunflower Ln, Wellsburg, WV 26070
As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS was dispatched to a residence on Sonneborne Lane in Wellsburg for a female delivery driver who reportedly fell in a driveway and injured her knee.
Female with nephrostomy tube drainage at care center
Medical Emergency
Wilson Ln, Wellsburg, WV 26070
As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS units are dispatched to a care facility on Wilson Drive for a possible medical issue involving a woman with drainage from a nephrostomy tube. Responding units are instructed to stage nearby.
Officers check man with warrant at local business
Suspicious Activity
Commerce St Ste 2, Wellsburg, WV 26070
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a business and contacted a man there. They checked his identification and found an active Ohio warrant that was not extraditable. The man was advised not to return to the area and said he was trying to get a contact number for a possible property purchase.
Woman with pacemaker unresponsive during episode in Wellsburg
Medical Emergency
Commerce St, Wellsburg, WV 26070
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a location on Commerce Street in Wellsburg for a woman in her 30s with a pacemaker who appeared to be having a medical episode and was conscious but not responding.
Person at sheriff's office needs blood urgently
Medical Emergency
Main St, Wellsburg, WV 26070
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic indicates a possible medical issue involving someone needing blood at the back door of the sheriff’s office. Responders acknowledge the call.
Two-vehicle crash with no injuries on Washington Pike
Traffic
Washington Pike, Wellsburg, WV 26070
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a reported two-vehicle crash with no injuries near Washington Pike in Wellsburg.
