Patrol assists distressed person at airport checkpoint, Grand Rapids MI
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As discussed during the dispatch call, airport patrol units responded to a report of a person displaying possible mental distress near an airport security checkpoint. The individual was observed wearing a coat with unknown items concealed underneath. Patrol monitored the situation, and the person eventually left the area without incident or requesting medical aid.
Audio|Heard on: Kent MI Law Dispatch Group Calls
Listen to dispatch call
01:18
Transcript:
00:00
Just received a call from an airline employee about a middle-aged male in a black hat and camo coat heading toward the TSA checkpoint with items underneath his coat.
00:18
The airline employee was worried.
00:23
Patrol three.
00:24
Copy, any other information on the items underneath his coat?
00:26
Caller mentioned that the man may be experiencing mental health issues.
00:30
He said that the man mentioned something about terrorists and probes in his brain, so proceed with caution.
00:39
We are looking on camera trying to locate him now. He is described as wearing a black hat and camo coat, middle-aged.
00:48
He still has items underneath his coat at this time.
00:52
All patrols copy and en route.
00:55
Checkpoint now.
00:56
In front of Clear checkpoint.
00:58
I'll be at checkpoint now.
01:03
Command center, patrol two.
01:07
Definitely going to be a 1096 subject.
01:10
He says he is going to be leaving.
01:13
We are going to walk and follow him toward the door.
01:16
At this point, he has denied any medical assistance.
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Location mentioned:
Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR), 5500 44th St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49512
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