Broken-down truck prompts welfare check on Hartford Ave, Johnston RI
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TrafficAs discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a possible medical situation involving a gray Dodge Ram near Hoffer Avenue in Johnston. An elderly male appeared slumped at the wheel, but it was determined the vehicle had simply broken down and the driver was awaiting roadside assistance.
Audio|Heard on: Providence RI Fire Dispatch Group Calls
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Transcript:
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Engine.
00:02
Engine three out of town rescue.
00:04
Engine three in the area of Hoffer Avenue near the dealership.
00:11
Gray Dodge Ram reported with an elderly male slumped at the wheel.
00:18
Engine Three and out-of-town rescue in the area of Hoffer Avenue.
00:25
Westbound lane.
00:28
Across from a gray Dodge Ram pulled over where a male appeared passed out at the wheel.
00:33
Time now 8:43.
00:36
Engine Three on the way.
00:39
Got you on the way 44.
00:41
Rescue One will be with you.
00:43
Engine three, police also en route.
00:49
Engine three received.
00:51
Engine three is responding.
00:55
Roger, three on scene near the overpass.
00:59
We're on the scene.
01:02
Hartford Avenue West just before the 295 overpass.
01:08
Received Hartford Avenue West, right at 295 overpass.
01:12
Rescue One received.
01:15
Rescue One on the way.
01:20
Engine three to file them.
01:23
Good.
01:26
Cancel the rescue.
01:28
Also cancel JPD.
01:30
This is a male party.
01:31
His truck broke down.
01:32
He’s waiting on AAA.
Disclaimer:
This transcript is automatically generated by AI from live dispatch audio. Dispatch communications may include background noise, overlapping speakers, or rapidly evolving situations, and automated transcription may not capture all details or context.
Location mentioned:
Hartford Ave, Johnston, RI 02919
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