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Officer called to road crew causing traffic confusionBristol VA

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Lee Highway and Old Abingdon Highway, Bristol, VA 24201

As discussed during the dispatch call, police were dispatched to the intersection of Lee Highway and Old Abingdon Highway in Bristol, Virginia, after reports that road construction workers were directing traffic in a way that confused drivers and required officer assistance.

Audio|Heard on: Washington County and Bristol City Public Safety
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Transcript:
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Can you head to Lee Highway and Old Abingdon Highway?
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For or below where they’re doing the work at exit five,
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Someone called in and said traffic workers were directing vehicles and confusing drivers.
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They need an officer to look at it and speak to the workers.

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Location mentioned:
Lee Highway and Old Abingdon Highway, Bristol, VA 24201
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