Elderly man with dementia briefly missing in Turners Falls, Montague MA
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As discussed during the dispatch call, police in Turners Falls responded to a report of an elderly man with dementia missing from his home near Millers Falls Road. He was believed to be heading to a pharmacy and did not have his walker with him. The man was later located at his residence with a minor facial abrasion, and EMS was dispatched to provide medical assistance.
Audio|Heard on: Franklin MA Law Dispatch Group Calls
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02:51
Transcript:
00:00
The RP made mention that he wanted to go to the pharmacy near Millers Falls Road multiple times today, and she assumes that's where he's headed.
00:11
Received. Dispatch 21.
00:17
Sorry, can you check the area near Millers Falls Road?
00:31
I'm going to send you a 2A off his (number withheld).
00:49
Is there any mention of underlying issues, mental health or anything like that?
00:57
Dementia, and he's due for his medication at this time.
01:04
He has a walker that he normally walks with as well.
01:06
However, he doesn't have it with him.
02:45
Dispatch, be advised he just returned home.
02:48
Slight abrasion on his face, if medical can continue this way.
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Location mentioned:
Millers Falls Rd, Turners Falls, MA 01376
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