Mental health emergency in Shelton, Shelton CT
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As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency responders assisted a 71-year-old man experiencing a mental health crisis near Webster Drive in Shelton. The man had refused food and water, believing it was poisoned, but agreed to go to the hospital voluntarily. Mobile crisis personnel were present at the scene.
Audio|Heard on: South Central Region Area Fire and EMS
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Transcript:
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Shelton EMS,
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BLS normal travel near Webster Drive.
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We need a mental health emergency.
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You are being Shelton EMS.
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BLS normal travel near Webster Drive for a mental health emergency, time now 1530.
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Uh, it's Victor 60.
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Hi, Victor 60.
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60, we'll be on.
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Actually, a 71-year-old male going to the hospital voluntarily.
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Mobile crisis is on scene with him.
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He refuses to eat or drink.
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He thinks food and water is poisoned.
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Location mentioned:
Webster Dr, Shelton, CT 06484
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