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Staff report patient acting violently at businessNeedham MA

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audio iconAssault
Linden St, Needham, MA 02492

As discussed during the dispatch call, at a business near Linden Street in Needham, staff reported a possible behavioral health emergency after a 911 hang-up. A patient was described as acting violently and posing a safety concern to herself and others. Patrol units were sent, and fire/EMS support was discussed for possible assistance.

Audio|Heard on: Needham Police Operations - Primary
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Transcript:
00:00
near Linden Street to Briarwood.
00:01
You just check in with staff.
00:03
We had a 911 hang up from their business line.
00:07
Where is he?
00:08
All right, seven two is out.
00:11
Where is it?
00:14
Need patrol (number withheld).
00:16
Five seven two.
00:21
They just called back.
00:22
They're reporting they have a patient who is delusional and a safety risk to herself.
00:26
We'll be notifying fire.
00:30
Two has that.
00:33
All right, sir.
00:35
Patrol, I'll head that way.
00:38
Received.
00:40
She's hitting people on the floor.
00:44
All right, (number withheld) control.
00:49
Need a patrol.
00:53
I'll be going out.
00:56
Received. Let us know if you want the fire.
00:58
We'll hold off for now.

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Location mentioned:
Linden St, Needham, MA 02492

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