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Emergency Incidents
Search for missing person on Blessing Lane
Missing Person
Blessing Ln, West Union, WV 26456
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire and EMS units were dispatched to assist law enforcement with a search for an individual near Blessing Lane. A drone and a side-by-side vehicle were requested to help with the search.
Search for missing man in woods near Riggins Run Road
Missing Person
Riggins Run Road, West Union, West Virginia 26456, United States
As discussed during the dispatch call, law enforcement and EMS conducted a search near Riggins Road and a nearby lane for a male who was reportedly in the woods. A K9 track was started, and fire personnel were requested to assist with a side-by-side once he was located.
Person threatens to burn family home
Domestic Dispute
Blessing Ln, West Union, WV 26456
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a domestic incident at a residence on Blessing Lane in West Union, where a subject is reportedly threatening to burn the family’s house.
Man threatens to burn house with gasoline can
Fire
Blessing Ln, West Union, WV 26456
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers reported a possible arson threat at a home near Blessings Lane off Riggins Run, where a man with a gas can reportedly threatened to burn the house down. The gasoline was taken away, he was said to still have a lighter, no firearms were reported, and his location was later unknown. The caller also reported that he had recently tried to hang himself.
Brush fire near storage building on Howell Run Road
Fire
Howell Run Rd, West Union, WV 26456
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were dispatched to a reported brush fire with exposures in a backyard near a storage building off Big Glen near East Grant. Multiple companies responded to the scene.
Cows reported in roadway near Crystal Lake
Traffic
WV-18, West Union, WV 26456
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of cows loose in a roadway near Crystal Lake. A deputy was sent to check the area, and the caller reportedly pulled into a driveway on Route 18 North.
Traffic stop finds firearm listed as recovered
Traffic
Corridor D, West Union, West Virginia 26456, United States
As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer conducted a traffic stop on westbound Route 50 near the 27.5 mile marker involving a gray Toyota Camry and a male driver. A firearm in the rear of the vehicle was checked and described as a recovered gun, not reported stolen.
Man with psychosis reported near Lois Lane
Medical Emergency
Lois Ln Dr, West Union, WV 26456
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a location on Lois Lane for a 51-year-old man reportedly in medical distress with psychiatric symptoms related to withdrawal.
Officers secure home while search warrant sought
Other Incidents
Virginia Ave, West Union, WV 26456
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers in West Union are securing a residence from the outside while a sheriff’s unit obtains a possible search warrant.
27-year-old male reports chest pain near West Union
Medical Emergency
Punkin Center Rd, West Union, West Virginia 26456, United States
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a location near Pleasant Center Road for a reported 27-year-old man with chest pain and a history of anxiety.
Utility lines down contacting vehicle at garage
Traffic
Smithton Rd, West Union, WV 26456
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible utility hazard near a garage and nearby drive, where a pole with commercial lines was down and the lines appeared to be touching or tracking a vehicle. Multiple units were notified and some were directed to respond or stand by.
Female fell, possibly broke arm near West Union
Medical Emergency
Wabash Ave, West Union, WV 26456
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a medical call near Wabash Avenue in West Union for a woman who reportedly fell from a standing position and may have a broken arm.
Car leaves road while avoiding deer on Grove Summers Rd
Traffic
Grove Summers Rd, West Union, WV 26456
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible single-vehicle crash off the road near Grove Summers Road after a caller said he drove over a hill trying to avoid a deer. The caller requested an officer respond for public service, and injuries were not confirmed.
Elderly woman with extremely high blood pressure at home
Medical Emergency
Crystal Lake Rd, West Union, WV 26456
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a possible medical emergency involving a 72-year-old woman with high blood pressure near Crystal Lake Road in West Union, West Virginia.
Suspicious man with flashlight near Center Point road
Suspicious Activity
Shinnston Turnpike, West Union, West Virginia 26456, United States
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received reports of a suspicious man near Route 23 North, first sitting in the roadway and later near a footbridge close to Center Point. The caller reported that the man appeared to be impaired.
Report of past assault on Doe Run residence
Assault Report
Doe Run, West Union, WV 26456
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a possible beating not in progress near Doe Run in West Union, West Virginia, outside city limits. The caller was contacted and informed that another unit would handle the call.
Small mulch fire along North Main Street
Fire
Main St, West Union, WV 26456
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews from Ellenboro and Doddridge were dispatched to a reported small grass and mulch fire along North Main Street near Main Street in West Union, West Virginia.
Medical alarm alerts near Dakota Lane
Medical Emergency
Dakota Ln, West Union, WV 26456
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a possible medical emergency after an alarm company reported a medical alarm activation at a residence on Dakota Lane and could not reach the resident by phone.
Traffic stop leads to arrest on Smithton Road
Traffic
Smithton Rd, West Union, WV
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop on a 2022 Honda Pilot on Smithton Road near a northwest plant. Two operator checks were run, and one male was transported to Benson police. A subject was being processed for a suspected fleeing from an officer incident.
Reckless van stopped on Route 50 near Doe Run
Traffic
Corridor D, West Union, West Virginia 26456, United States
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop on a white Ford Transit van reported driving recklessly on Route 50 westbound near Smithsburg. Two occupants were detained and officers conducted a probable-cause vehicle search. A driver license check indicated a revoked status for one person.
