Man threatens to overdose on pills while intoxicated, Paonia CO


A man threatened to overdose on pills while both he and his wife were intoxicated. No pills were taken, no weapons present, and he shook a pill bottle at the woman. The true intent to overdose is uncertain.
Audio|Source: Delta and Northern Gunnison Counties Public Safety
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Transcript:
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I've got a (name withheld) on the line, near 75 Road.
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She stated that her husband did make a suicidal statement that he was going to overdose on his pills.
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He hasn't actually taken anything yet.
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They're both intoxicated requesting a response.
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You know. 1819.
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Melkill 20.
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I copy, Matt, with 19.
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I copy, Matt, 14, 19.
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Bill Toppe, any ambulance?
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Ambulance.
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You can show all units clear and available in all patient transport.
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Copy, Matt 1420.
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Marks, let's not Charlie 11.
00:28
So it sounds like it's going to be one motorcycle and possible head injury overhearing that did say Care Flight is going to be on standby.
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Hi, copy. I have 1421.
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30-upio, I'll be all picture attached, 1421.
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Male party just shook a pill bottle at the female party.
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They do not have any weapons.
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I'm not sure who is in control of the pills, but I don't think he has any intentions of actually taking them.
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They're just talking back and forth.
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Got me.
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Location mentioned:
Paonia, CO 81428
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