Man has manic episode with suicidal thoughts at hospital, Leesport PA


A 60-year-old man at hospital near Berks Rd is experiencing a manic episode with hallucinations and suicidal thoughts. He is uncooperative and is trying to hit staff but has no weapons. Staff have requested a mental health commitment.
Audio|Source: Berks County Fire and EMS - Digital
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Transcript:
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On the near Berks Rd, room Delta 219, Angel's entrance.
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Sixty-year-old male manic episode, hallucinating, suicide ideation will not be cooperative.
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Staff is requesting a 302[1].
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He is aware that you are coming, he is attempting to hit staff members, no weapons.
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247 pounds, hands for caution is not indicated as you're ready.
Police codes explained
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302: Emergency involuntary mental health commitment (Section 302); '302 warrant' indicates an order to take a person into custody for evaluation
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Location mentioned:
Near Berks Rd, Leesport, PA 19533
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