Police assist medics with violent patient near Barth Ave, Pittsburgh PA
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Medical EmergencyAs discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded near Barth Ave in Pittsburgh for an elderly man who injured his hip. Police were asked to assist because the patient was reportedly violent. Dispatch noted a caution for the location involving a resident with a history of aggressive behavior and possible mental health concerns.
Audio|Heard on: Allegheny County Police, Fire and EMS - Southern Areas
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01:23
Transcript:
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near Barth Ave, 91 year old male fell on his hip.
00:09
Medics can advise.
00:17
Copy. Be aware, there's also a caution on this call.
00:21
The patient has been known to be very violent.
00:25
20-74.
00:28
Copy. Can he start PD as well, please?
00:34
Copy.
00:37
Units for Highland, according to the caller,
00:40
your actor is a male about 50 years old wearing orange and blue pants.
00:45
He made entry to the house through one of the first floor windows.
00:50
Copy. Can you find out if that residence is occupied or abandoned?
00:58
Yeah, I'll confirm.
01:05
(number withheld) County.
01:08
All right.
01:11
There is a caution on this that an adopted male (name withheld) who resides there has mental health issues and can be violent, particularly towards patients.
01:20
EMS request PD respond as well.
01:23
Received.
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Location mentioned:
Barth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15228
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