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8/23/2026
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12:11 a.m. — Mexico — Disturbance on River Road
Police were dispatched to River Road in Mexico for a male. He was believed to have left the area on foot rather than in his vehicle. People were reportedly yelling back and forth, and police were advised he might have a hatchet with him.
12:13 a.m. — Paris — Verbal Dispute
Paris Police were contacted regarding a verbal argument. Officers were dealing with the parties involved.
12:15 a.m. — Oxford — Police Follow-Up
Police continued working to locate a person connected with an earlier complaint. The caller believed the person had left on foot rather than in a vehicle.
12:16 a.m. — Casino Parking Lot — Intoxicated Person
Police were dispatched to a casino parking lot for a report of an intoxicated person. The vehicle was described as a black Cadillac parked in row K.
12:17 a.m. — Oxford — Follow-Up Call
An officer asked dispatch to contact a caller again and determine whether other subjects were still at the residence and whether police response was needed. The caller was reached and transferred to an officer.
12:19 a.m. — Oxford — Vehicle Dispute
Police were working an earlier complaint involving a woman and a male subject near Railroad Street. Radio traffic indicated the woman drove the vehicle regularly, the two had been arguing, and the male was reportedly intoxicated. An officer attempted to contact him but received no answer.
3:30 a.m. — Greenwood — Gunshot Wound
Dispatch put out a Bravo-level response for a 50-year-old male with a gunshot wound to the head at Howe Hill Road in Greenwood. The dispatcher announced the time of the tone as 3:30 a.m. A responding officer reported that it appeared to be an obvious death. AT 3:32 am, A female complainant called back and reported that she believed the man was breathing. Dispatch checked on the status of LifeFlight, which was reported unavailable. CPR instructions were then underway. At 3:37 am, a second tone was requested for Greenwood Fire and Woodstock Fire. Dispatch advised that the patient had initially been unconscious and not breathing, but had started breathing again, with CPR instructions underway. The dispatcher announced the tone time as 3:37 a.m. At 3:46 a.m. a unit reported on scene at the Greenwood property. Radio traffic indicated the patient was in a barn, and the firearm had reportedly been moved away from the patient. 3:58 a.m. — Greenwood — Woodstock Fire Cancelled
Woodstock Fire's response was cancelled while police and other responders continued working at the scene. 3:59 a.m. — Greenwood — Unit Clears A unit reported clear from the Greenwood scene.
7:05 a.m. — Oxford — Welfare Check
Police were sent for a welfare check, initially listed at Scribner Hill, then changed to Lynn Street.
7:06 a.m. — Paris — Property Damage
A property-damage complaint was reported at Paris Hill Road involving a caller's mailbox.
9:08 a.m. — Brownfield — Information Call
An information call was reported near Hampshire Road and Center Conway Road. The caller was driving around looking for an officer to speak with.
10:36 a.m. — Hebron — Civil Complaint
A civil complaint was reported at Townsend Road after a tenant said a family member had shut off the power without notice.
10:38 a.m. — Mexico — Theft Complaint
A theft complaint was reported, The caller reported a male with their property in a backpack.
11:08 a.m. — Mexico — Domestic Disturbance
Police were called to Granite Street for a reported domestic disturbance involving a male and female walking along Granite Street toward the Circle K. The male was reportedly wearing black and pushing a grocery cart, while the female was carrying a backpack.
11:35 a.m. — Oxford — Suspicious / Unregistered Vehicle
A caller reported her boyfriend was driving an unregistered vehicle somewhere between Raymond and South Paris and believed he had taken her car keys.
11:38 a.m. — West Paris — Request for Police
A request was made for police to contact someone at Briggs Street in West Paris. It was unclear whether the caller was actually at the address.
12:34 p.m. — Rumford — Fire Alarm
Fire crews responded to Madison Resort, West Building, for a smoke/fire alarm in Unit 19. Crews arrived and investigated the two-story condominium building. nFirefighters reported nothing showing from outside and continued investigating. The alarm was determined to be burned food in Unit 19.
At 12:44 pm Fire units cleared the Madison Resort after determining the alarm was caused by burned food.
12:47 p.m. — Hiram — Accident
An accident was reported at Sargent Road in Hiram. The call involved a vehicle that needed to be moved so someone could leave for work.
12:52 p.m. — South Paris — Traffic Hazard
A trailer came off a truck and was reported blocking the middle of the road in South Paris. Assistance was requested to move it.
1:42 p.m. — Oxford — School Alarm
Police were dispatched to 100 Pine Street at Oxford Hills Middle School for a burglary alarm. The alarm was showing on Zone 27, the Shaw Wing, with a motion activation.
1:44 p.m. — Fryeburg — Missing Person
Police received a missing-person report from the Fryeburg Fairgrounds, 1154 Main Street. The person was reported missing from the campground and had last been seen around 11:30 that morning.
2:11 p.m. — Porter — Missing Person
Police received a report from Porter that a caller could not locate his 24-year-old daughter. Officers were checking the property and contacting New Hampshire authorities for information.
2:56 p.m. — Bethel — Civil Complaint
A civil complaint was reported at a Flat Road address.. The caller said a person had shut off the water to his residence. The call was held because there was no emergency.
2:59 p.m. — Porter — Missing Person Located
The missing person from Porter was located with Carroll County personnel in the 700 block of Route 25. A deputy reported that the woman was making suicidal statements, and rescue was being requested.
3:10 p.m. — Riley Township — Sick Hiker
A Bravo-level response was dispatched to the Appalachian Trail in Riley Township for a hiker experiencing stomach cramps and needing assistance getting out. Dispatch announced the tone time as 3:10 p.m. Units began responding, with one going directly to the trail.
3:36 p.m. — Oxford — Traffic Complaint
Police received a traffic complaint involving a 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 with a service body. The caller identified the driver, and police began checking the vehicle information.
3:36 p.m. — Oxford — Report of Shots Fired
A caller reported hearing shots fired near the Dollar Tree/Webster area and the east end of Prospect Avenue. The caller did not see anything and was told to stay out of the area while police investigated.
4:15 p.m. — Rumford — Police Assistance at Hospital
Police were requested at Rumford Hospital to assist with a psychiatric patient. An officer was sent to the hospital.
4:40 p.m. — Oxford — Domestic / Medical Call
A call involving a family dispute was being handled while another medical call was dispatched. The family complaint involved a mother and sister, with the caller reporting that the sister was assaulting the mother.
4:45 p.m. — Bethel — Medical Emergency / Family Disturbance
A medical response was dispatched to Millbrook Tavern for a 45-year-old male who was pale, on the ground, unable to get up and acting confused. The dispatcher gave the tone time as 4:45 p.m. Police were also responding because of a reported dispute between family members, with the caller saying the sister was assaulting the mother.
4:53 p.m. — Fryeburg — Gas Odor
Fire crews were dispatched to 46 Smith Street in Fryeburg, near Warren Street, for a report of the smell of gas. The call was designated a Delta-level response. Radio traffic later referenced the station time as 4:53 p.m.
4:57 p.m. — Paris — Mental Health Evaluation
Police requested assistance for a mental-health evaluation in Paris. The call was sent as a Code 1 response, with the dispatcher giving the tone time as approximately 4:57 p.m.
5:05 p.m. — Rumford — Domestic Disturbance
Police were dispatched to 80 Main Avenue in Rumford for a domestic disturbance involving an elderly woman and her sister. The caller reported that the sister had started a fight and that the situation was actively occurring.
5:29 p.m. — Mexico — Psychiatric Call
Police were dispatched to Sun Valley Circle, Building in Mexico for a psychiatric call. An officer reported en route at 5:29 p.m.
5:41 p.m. — Mexico — Unwanted Person
Police received an unwanted-person complaint at a Main Street, apartment in Mexico. A male caller wanted a woman removed from the property.
6:47 p.m. — Oxford — Suicidal Complaint
Police received a report involving a 24-year-old male at 56 Glen Street who was reportedly making suicidal threats and had also threatened a caller. The caller said the man could become verbally aggressive and was extremely angry. The caller advised that there were no weapons.
6:50 p.m. — Otisfield — Suspicious Vehicle
Police received a suspicious-vehicle complaint at 303 Oak Hill Road in Otisfield. A vehicle with New York plates had driven past the caller's house and parked at a dead end. At 7:19 pm, the complainant called back and said the vehicle had left. The vehicle was described as a Ford F-150.
7:12 p.m. — Norway — Unwanted Person
Police were advised of an unwanted-person complaint at Lake Road in Norway. The caller reported that a person would not leave the property.
7:30 p.m. — Oxford Area — Search in the Woods
Fire and police personnel were involved in a search after a caller reported being somewhere in the woods near the Maple Street Extension. The caller had been unable to provide a better location and was reportedly heading toward the school area. Responders worked to determine where the person had entered the woods and attempted to maintain contact. Later radio traffic placed responders near the Maple Street Extension and a property in the area.
7:52 p.m. — Oxford Area — Suspicious Vehicle
Police continued working a vehicle complaint near Route 2 and McDonald's. The vehicle's plate reportedly came back to a rental vehicle. The caller later advised that the vehicle had left the parking lot, and an officer attempted to catch up with it.
8:10 p.m. — Norway — Vehicle Accident
Police reported a vehicle accident in Norway and were still gathering information. The initial transmission indicated there may have been multiple people involved.
8:40 p.m. — Paris/Norway Area — Search for Woman
Police and other responders searched for a woman identified in the radio She was reported to be on foot and wearing jeans and a black sweatshirt. Officers were told she had been at or near a McDonald's and was moving through the area. The search continued as officers tracked her movements across the street and toward Main Street. At approximately 8:47 p.m., police reported that the woman had been detained.
9:00 p.m. — Oxford — Aggressive Driving ComplaintA complainant continued requesting contact with an officer and wanted charges filed over an aggressive-driving complaint. An officer agreed to make contact, and the citizen was later cleared from the call.
August 21, 2026
8:38 a.m. — Medical Emergency: A 38-year-old male was reported having difficulty breathing and not responding normally. The call was classified Delta. Unit 555 arrived at 8:50 a.m. and was en route to Rumford Hospital by 9:04 a.m.
9:26 a.m. — Rumford — Police Activity: Police were attempting to locate a male subject somewhere in Rumford and checking a vehicle associated with him.
9:48 a.m. — Canton — Medical: Unit 552 was dispatched to a healthcare facility on Pleasant Street for a 76-year-old male experiencing shortness of breath. The call was classified Alpha. The patient was later transported to Farmington.
10:22 a.m. — Norway — Medical: Unit 655 responded to Elm Street for an 82-year-old female who fell after becoming dizzy. She was later transported to Stephens Memorial Hospital.
11:07 a.m. — Norway — Medical: EMS responded to Cypress Drive for a 77-year-old female reported sick and weak. She was later transported to Stephens Memorial Hospital.
11:42 a.m. — Buckfield — Motor Vehicle Accident: A two-vehicle accident was reported in front of 29 Main Street. Police and fire were requested, and a Buckfield officer advised they would investigate.
11:56 a.m. — Bethel — Deceased Subject: Bethel Rescue responded to Broad Street for a 74-year-old male reported not conscious and not breathing. The subject was later confirmed deceased.
12:06 p.m. — Mexico — Public Assist: Unit 552 responded to Sun Valley Circle for a public assist and later cleared.
12:20 p.m. — Bethel — Removal of Subject: Bethel Fire was requested to assist with removal of a subject.
12:35 p.m. — Buckfield — Fire Alarm: A fire alarm was reported and later canceled after a keyholder arrived and the property was found to be all clear.
1:18 p.m. — Denmark — Second-Alarm Fire: Firefighters responded to a second-alarm fire involving demolition debris. Multiple Denmark Fire units responded.
1:53 p.m. — Rumford — Motor Vehicle Accident: A rear-end collision was reported at Rumford Avenue and Waldo Street. No injuries were reported.
2:00 p.m. — Bethel — BOLO: An orange pickup truck involved in a crash was reportedly traveling south on High Street.
3:56 p.m. — Medical: Police reported the possibility of two stable patients. Unit 601 was dispatched, and both patients later refused transport.
10:07 p.m. — Fryeburg — Medical Emergency: Fryeburg Rescue responded to Monotony Road for a 78-year-old female who was feeling sick. The call was classified Alpha.
10:12–10:13 p.m. — Welfare Check: Police were requested to check on a male and female walking along a road between Woodstock and Paris after they were reportedly flashing a light in the roadway. The responding unit reported a delay of about 12 minutes.
10:20–10:21 p.m. — Porter — Suspicious Activity: Police responded to Danforth Lane after subjects on Kennard Hill were reportedly shooting guns and setting off fireworks.
10:58–11:01 p.m. — Oxford -Traffic Complaint: Five or six people were reportedly doing burnouts and gathering in a Hannaford parking lot. Additional units responded from a nearby event, and the group left.
11:04–11:09 p.m. — Oxford -Suspicious Activity: Officers responded toward Walmart following a report of a crowd. No one was present when officers arrived, and the call was closed.
11:21–11:30 p.m. — 911 Hang-Up / Police Assistance: Dispatch kept an open 911 line after a hang-up. Sounds of two children could be heard, including one apparently calling for a parent while a younger child was crying. No location could be established.
11:32–11:34 p.m. — Oxford - Suspicious Activity: A caller at Hampton Inn reported believing someone was trying to break into his room. The front desk had not been notified. The door was open and no one was present. The caller requested that the area be checked.
11:56–11:57 p.m. — Buckfield — Welfare Check: Police checked on Mount Road after a report of a man wearing black pants and a blue jean jacket who appeared intoxicated. Officers checked the subject and found no outstanding conditions.
12:06–12:39 a.m. — Rumford — Medical Emergency: EMS responded to Waldo Street, near Essex Avenue and Oxford Avenue, for a 30-year-old female. The specific medical complaint could not be reliably determined from the audio. The patient was transported to the hospital.
1:34–1:36 a.m. — Traffic Stop: Police conducted a registration check on a 2017 maroon Ford Fusion. The registered owner was associated with an Oxford address, and the registration returned revoked. The exact location of the stop could not be established.2:00 a.m. — Mexico — Medical Emergency: A unit responded to Roxbury Road, near Black Bridge Road and Poplar Hill Road, for a possible stroke. Field findings were consistent with a stroke assessment.to Number 6 Road for a person reported to be unconscious. Oxford Fire was also requested for manpower assistance.
August 18, 2026
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8:30 a.m. — Rumford — Medical Emergency: Responders were dispatched for a 53-year-old male who had fallen after reportedly experiencing a heart condition. He was dizzy, not responding normally, and was reported to be in a garage. Rescue personnel arrived, and transport was later reported.
10:09 a.m. — Norway — Fall/Injury: EMS responded for a 72-year-old male who had fallen and suffered a leg injury.
10:46 a.m. — Mexico — Seizure: EMS responded to River Road for a 6-year-old male who had suffered a seizure. The patient was later transported to a hospital.
5:13–5:22 p.m. — Buckfield area — Vehicle Check: Police checked the surrounding area for a Chevrolet Silverado associated with a person identified as "Logan." A Toyota was also checked. A connection to an earlier call was not established.
5:31–5:48 p.m. — Norway — Medical Emergency / Fall: EMS responded to Main Street for a 76-year-old female who had fallen and was injured. The responding unit later cleared.
5:59 p.m. — Rumford — 911 Open Line: An open 911 line was reported near the paper mill. A callback reached voicemail, and no further details were established.
6:56–6:58 p.m. — Hanover — Medical Emergency / Fall: EMS responded to a Howard Pond address, for a 90-year-old male who had fallen and reportedly experienced convulsions. He was awake by the time of dispatch. A responding unit was en route.
7:13–7:19 p.m. — Brownfield — Disturbance: Police responded to the Brownfield Community Center at 90 Main Street after an open 911 line and reports of people shouting and swearing. Follow-up indicated that a physical fight had occurred. Fire personnel were also dispatched.
7:31–7:36 p.m. — Norway — Medical Emergency: Units responded to the intersection of Wiley Road and Morse Road. The nature of the call could not be established, although a patient was later transported to a hospital.
7:45 p.m. — Norway — Motor Vehicle Crash: Police responded to 226 Norway Center Road for a vehicle-versus-deer crash. The deer was reported alive in a ditch. Rescue was not needed.
7:53 p.m. — Norway — 911 Call: A caller at a Town Farm Road address requested a callback within 15 minutes. The nature of the call was not established.
8:04 p.m. — Rumford — 911 Open Line: An open 911 line was reported from a Hartford Street address. A person could be heard clearing their throat, but no sounds of distress were heard.
8:09–8:17 p.m. — Mexico — Welfare Check: Police were asked to conduct a welfare check after a caller reported that her mother had not answered the phone since approximately 3 p.m.
8:31 p.m. — Mexico — Public Safety Complaint: A caller at Granite Street reported that a lady was at the location with a dog. The nature of the complaint could not be fully established.10:18–10:21 p.m. — Oxford — Unconscious Person: Oxford Rescue responded to Number 6 Road for a person reported to be unconscious. Oxford Fire was also requested for manpower assistance.
August 14–15, 2026
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4:34 a.m. — Waterford — Medical: Rescue was dispatched to a Mill Hill Road address for a medical emergency.
5:06 a.m. — Rumford —5:20 p.m. — Byron — Automatic Crash Notification: An automatic crash notification was received from the Swift River Road / Swift River Pond Road area. The caller said a phone had fallen from a vehicle, and no EMS response was needed.
5:29 p.m. — Mexico — Traffic Complaint: A red Dodge pickup was reported driving erratically near Subway, traveling from Oxford Road and fluctuating in speed. Oxford contacted Rumford police regarding the complaint.
8:00 p.m. — Otisfield — Fire: Fire crews responded to a fire that had spread across at least two acres. Crews requested forestry equipment and off-road vehicles and worked to locate and reach the fire. A drone was also requested to help locate or assess the fire. The fire was eventually located near 255 Bean Road, which was identified as the best access point. Later, firefighters reported that most of the fire had burned itself out, with roughly one to one-and-a-half acres of slow-moving fire remaining.
8:12 p.m. — Mexico — Medical / CPR: Oxford RCC requested a second response to a Middle Avenue address for a 68-year-old man who had fallen and was not responding normally. A possible head injury was reported. CPR was later reported in progress, followed by a report that the man was not conscious and not breathing. A second truck was toned at 8:17 p.m. One patient was later transported to Rumford Hospital, while the second truck was canceled.
8:34 p.m. — Otisfield — Welfare Check: A unit requested a welfare check on a subject who had previously been disabled off the roadway. A tow company had canceled and asked someone to check on the person.
8:39 p.m. — Norway — Automatic Crash Notification: An automatic crash notification was received from 215 Lake Road. There was no contact with the vehicle.
8:40 p.m. — Otisfield — Property Check: A report was received that dogs at a property were behaving unusually and barking.
8:44 p.m. — Norway — Welfare Check: A welfare check was requested at a Hayden Ave address. A subject's device had triggered an emergency-contact alert, but nobody was answering at the residence. Police were not responding unless needed on scene. The call was later determined to be unfounded, and units returned to service at about 8:50 p.m.
8:53 p.m. — Norway — Medical Assist: A 76-year-old woman at an Old Stage Road address was reported slipping out of her chair and needing help getting up. The call was an Alpha response.
9:04 p.m. — Otisfield — Unpermitted Burn: The earlier fire was later determined to involve an unpermitted burn. No additional response was needed.
9:51 p.m. — Paris — Missing Juvenile: Police were attempting to contact the complainant in a possible missing-juvenile case. The complainant later called back and requested a phone call.
10:46 p.m. — Rumford — Juveniles Reported Gathered on Hancock Street: A caller reported about 13 juveniles gathered near a dog-grooming business. The caller reported possible unknown weapons.
10:52 p.m. — Mexico — Suspicious U-Haul: Police were asked to check 56 Pine Street for a U-Haul truck that had reportedly been parked there for some time and was possibly involved in burglarizing the residence.
11:54 p.m. — Paris — Combative Patient: Police and EMS responded to Market Square Healthcare at 3 Market Square for an 86-year-old female patient reported to be combative. A possible medical issue was reported, and additional EMS assistance was requested.
1:12 a.m. — Waterford — Electrical / Smoke Investigation: Fire and rescue crews responded to 573 Valley Road after a caller reported smoke coming from an electrical outlet. The smoke had stopped, and the caller had taken the outlet apart. Fire crews later reported there was not much of an issue and were able to stage before clearing. Engine 2 was responding at about 1:16 a.m., with all units later clearing around 2:01 a.m.
August 12–13, 2026
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11:13 a.m. — Hiram — Property Damage Complaint: A caller at 88 Mountainside Road reported property damage and wanted a report for insurance purposes. The caller was not on the property.
11:55 a.m. — Oxford — Medical: A 44-year-old male at a King Street address reported stomach pain and heavy breathing while working outside. The call was coded as a heat/cold exposure, with Unit 602 responding.
12:17 p.m. — Paris — Medical: An 81-year-old male needed medical evaluation and transport. A heavy lift was requested, with Unit 602 responding.
12:45 p.m. — Bethel — Possible Dehydration: A 67-year-old woman was reported in the North Road area behind the cemetery near the riverbank. The caller reported possible dehydration and said the woman may have been near an ATV or kayak.
1:53 p.m. — Rumford — 911 Hang-Up: An open 911 line at 11 Kennedy Lane, Rumford Community Home, had people talking in the background. Units 551 and 402 responded.
2:09 p.m. — Mexico — Medical: A 43-year-old man at Sun Valley Circle apartment, reported dizziness when standing, a rapid heartbeat and stomach pain.
2:10 p.m. — Denmark — Theft: A mountain bike was reported stolen from 507 Denmark Road. The caller said it had been taken Monday.
2:42 p.m. — West Paris — Police: A town manager requested that court paperwork be brought to Church Hill Road and taped to a door.
2:46 p.m. — Paris — Vehicle Smoking: Fire units responded to McDonald's at 118 Main Street for a vehicle reported to be smoking. A unit arrived and reported nothing showing.
4:31 p.m. — Rumford — Welfare / Family-Related Call: A caller wanted to go to a sister's home to get away from their mother.
4:40 p.m. — Bridgton / Denmark — Traffic Complaint: A dark-colored Chevrolet Equinox was reported traveling toward Denmark on Mountain Road, crossing the center line and driving erratically. Unit 913 was advised.
4:47 p.m. — West Paris — Medical: A 76-year-old man reportedly passed out and then regained consciousness. Unit 655 responded.
4:56 p.m. — Oxford — Welfare Check: A person was reported on the side of the road near 980 Main Street. The vehicle was gone when officers checked the area.
5:06 p.m. — Norway — Protective Order: A protective-order-related call was reported at 31 Green Street.
5:07 p.m. — Oxford — Drug Complaint: A drug-related complaint was reported Unit 936 responded.
5:15 p.m. — Dixfield — Odor Investigation: Engine 31 investigated a reported odor near 16 Main Street.
5:17 p.m. — West Paris — Domestic / Disturbance: Police responded to a North Paris Road address for a reported disturbance. Unit 656 was on scene.
5:20 p.m. — Byron — Automatic Crash Notification: An automatic crash notification was received from the Swift River Road / Swift River Pond Road area. The caller said a phone had fallen from a vehicle, and no EMS response was needed.
5:29 p.m. — Mexico — Traffic Complaint: A red Dodge pickup was reported driving erratically near Subway, traveling from Oxford Road and fluctuating in speed. Oxford contacted Rumford police regarding the complaint.
8:00 p.m. — Otisfield — Fire: Fire crews responded to a fire that had spread across at least two acres. Crews requested forestry equipment and off-road vehicles and worked to locate and reach the fire. A drone was also requested to help locate or assess the fire. The fire was eventually located near 255 Bean Road, which was identified as the best access point. Later, firefighters reported that most of the fire had burned itself out, with roughly one to one-and-a-half acres of slow-moving fire remaining.
8:12 p.m. — Mexico — Medical / CPR: Oxford RCC requested a second response to a Middle Avenue address for a 68-year-old man who had fallen and was not responding normally. A possible head injury was reported. CPR was later reported in progress, followed by a report that the man was not conscious and not breathing. A second truck was toned at 8:17 p.m. One patient was later transported to Rumford Hospital, while the second truck was canceled.
8:34 p.m. — Otisfield — Welfare Check: A unit requested a welfare check on a subject who had previously been disabled off the roadway. A tow company had canceled and asked someone to check on the person.
8:39 p.m. — Norway — Automatic Crash Notification: An automatic crash notification was received from 215 Lake Road. There was no contact with the vehicle.
8:40 p.m. — Otisfield — Property Check: A report was received that dogs at a property were behaving unusually and barking.
8:44 p.m. — Norway — Welfare Check: A welfare check was requested at a Hayden Ave address. A subject's device had triggered an emergency-contact alert, but nobody was answering at the residence. Police were not responding unless needed on scene. The call was later determined to be unfounded, and units returned to service at about 8:50 p.m.
8:53 p.m. — Norway — Medical Assist: A 76-year-old woman at an Old Stage Road address was reported slipping out of her chair and needing help getting up. The call was an Alpha response.
9:04 p.m. — Otisfield — Unpermitted Burn: The earlier fire was later determined to involve an unpermitted burn. No additional response was needed.
9:51 p.m. — Paris — Missing Juvenile: Police were attempting to contact the complainant in a possible missing-juvenile case. The complainant later called back and requested a phone call.
10:46 p.m. — Rumford — Juveniles Reported Gathered on Hancock Street: A caller reported about 13 juveniles gathered near a dog-grooming business. The caller reported possible unknown weapons.
10:52 p.m. — Mexico — Suspicious U-Haul: Police were asked to check 56 Pine Street for a U-Haul truck that had reportedly been parked there for some time and was possibly involved in burglarizing the residence.
11:54 p.m. — Paris — Combative Patient: Police and EMS responded to Market Square Healthcare at 3 Market Square for an 86-year-old female patient reported to be combative. A possible medical issue was reported, and additional EMS assistance was requested.
1:12 a.m. — Waterford — Electrical / Smoke Investigation: Fire and rescue crews responded to 573 Valley Road after a caller reported smoke coming from an electrical outlet. The smoke had stopped, and the caller had taken the outlet apart. Fire crews later reported there was not much of an issue and were able to stage before clearing. Engine 2 was responding at about 1:16 a.m., with all units later clearing around 2:01 a.m.
Sunday, August 9
A busy overnight and morning period across Western Maine included medical emergencies, a domestic disturbance, roadway hazards, a motor vehicle crash, an injured animal, alarms and several police calls.
Medical Call — Milton Township
Milton Road, Milton Township 2:16 a.m. A medical response was dispatched for a person experiencing head pain/migraine. The call received an Alpha-level response. The patient later requested that the ambulance approach without lights and siren.
Intoxication / Vehicle — Oxford
Casino area 2:49 a.m. Police were advised of an intoxication-related call involving a vehicle leaving the casino. The vehicle was described as a white SUV carrying five people. Vehicle information and its direction of travel were broadcast to responding personnel.
Generator / Noise Complaint 3:26 a.m.
A unit reported speaking with a subject regarding a generator. The subject agreed to move the generator farther away.
Medical Emergency — Stoneham
Allen Road, Camp Susan Curtis 3:32 a.m.
Stoneham Rescue was requested for a 19-year-old female staff member with diabetes who had reportedly been found unconscious on the floor. An in-house medic was requested, followed by additional medical assistance.
Medical Emergency — Waterford
Mill Hill Road 4:18 a.m. Stoneham Rescue was dispatched for an 85-year-old female experiencing difficulty breathing. Waterford Fire was requested to assist with the response.
Medical Emergency — Fryeburg
Pine Street, 4:27 a.m. A medical response was dispatched for a 75-year-old female reporting abdominal/stomach pain.
Domestic Incident — Rumford
Washington Street, 4:40 a.m. Police responded to a reported domestic incident involving a female party. Dispatch reported that the woman had allegedly been dragged across the house by her hair. MedCare was requested to stage for police and evaluate the woman for possible injury.
Tree in Roadway — Norway
46 Yagger Road, 7:48 a.m. Norway Fire was dispatched for a large tree blocking the roadway.
Tree and Utility Lines — Sweden
Hardscrabble Road, 8:25 a.m. Sweden Fire responded to a large tree blocking the roadway with power lines and cable service involved. Later traffic identified the area as 259 Hardscrabble Road. CMP was working on the power lines, and the roadway remained closed while utility work continued.
Motor Vehicle Crash — Canton
Turner Street, 9:44 a.m. Canton Fire and MedCare responded to a vehicle-versus-motorcycle crash.The motorcycle rider was reported conscious and lying face-down in the roadway. Subsequent traffic reported complaints involving the neck, back and wrist.
Injured Deer — Peru, Rt. 108, Auburn Road, 9:48 a.m. A caller reported an injured deer at 760 Auburn Road. The deer was reported to have two broken legs and needed to be dispatched.
Suspicious Vehicle — South Paris
1 Park Street, South Paris Baptist Church 10:03 a.m. Police received a suspicious-vehicle complaint involving a blue Mustang reportedly parked at the church since Friday night. The caller reported that the person who exited the vehicle walked toward the bank and did not return.
11:47 AM — Greenwood — Attempted Burglary
Police responded to 14 Mann Camp Lane for a reported attempted break-in. The suspect was described as a male in a blue shirt with a mullet. At approximately 12:05 PM, police reported the subject was cooperative and claimed he had permission to be on the property.
11:54 AM — Fryeburg — Unconscious Female
Rescue responded for a 55-year-old female who had reportedly collapsed and become unconscious. Unit 503 arrived at approximately 12:00 PM.
12:14 PM — Waterford — Threats
Police received a report of threats at Mill Hill Road.
12:25 PM — Bethel — Custodial Interference
Police received a report of custodial interference at Vernon Street.
12:32 PM — Roxbury — Road Closure
Frye Crossover Road was reported closed for approximately one to one-and-a-half hours.
12:42 PM — Otisfield — 911 Hang-Up
Dispatch received a 911 hang-up associated with a Harrison Road address. Multiple callback attempts were unanswered. The call was later disregarded.
1:05 PM — Roxbury — Police Assignment
Unit 555 was dispatched to Roxbury for an assignment identified only as "DTL." The nature of the call could not be determined.
1:30 PM — Rumford — Assault
Police and EMS responded to 77 Main Avenue for a reported assault involving a 56-year-old male who was reportedly not alert and bleeding heavily. Rumford Rescue arrived on scene. The patient's outcome was not available.
1:32 PM — Roxbury — Trespassing / Property Complaint
Police responded to a Roxbury Road address after a homeowner reported people driving a Chevy pickup around his property.
2:00 PM — Oxford — Electrical Hazard / Tree on Wires
Oxford Fire responded to 94 Robinson Hill Road for a tree limb arcing and sparking on power lines. CMP was notified. The branch was no longer burning when firefighters cleared, with the homeowner awaiting CMP.
2:04 PM — Bethel — Railroad Problem
The railroad crossing gate at Mechanic Street and Railroad Street was reported to be malfunctioning. A railroad technician was responding.
2:19 PM — Rumford — Welfare Check
Police responded to a Front Street address for a welfare check. Further details were unavailable.
3:16 PM — Oxford — Animal Bite
Oxford Rescue was placed on standby for a reported animal bite on Lion Lane. The caller later chose to go to the hospital by private vehicle.
3:50 PM — Woodstock — Difficulty Breathing / Medical Transport
EMS responded to Harlow Drive for a 75-year-old female experiencing difficulty breathing with a history of COPD. Later traffic indicated a Code 3 transport from the same location. .
4:21 PM — Oxford — 911 Hang-Up
Police responded to an Evans Dodge Road address for a 911 hang-up. A callback produced an open line, but officers were unable to make contact and left a voicemail.
4:26 PM — Bethel — Vehicle vs. Deer
A vehicle struck a deer near Bethel Auto Sales. No injuries were reported; the deer fled, and the vehicle sustained hood damage.
4:42 PM — Canton — Disabled Vehicle
Police responded to a Pleasant Street address for a disabled 2010 black Land Rover. The vehicle was expected to remain there until the owner returned.
4:46 PM — Andover — Difficulty Breathing
Andover Rescue and MedCare responded to a Church Street address for a 60-year-old male experiencing difficulty breathing. Additional information indicated the patient was unable to keep food down or use the bathroom and reported lung problems.
4:59 PM — Lovell — Attempted Theft
Police responded to Town Beach Road for a report of someone attempting to steal a donation box used to collect money for flowers. The suspect was reportedly seen using a screwdriver and believed to be at the beach.
5:04 PM — Norway — Welfare Check
Police and rescue were dispatched to an Orchard Street address for a welfare check on a person reportedly not heard from in several days.
5:06 PM — Denmark — Alarm
Police responded to a guest house on Camarac Lane for an alarm. No emergency was established.
5:08 PM — Mexico — Reported Domestic Disturbance
Police responded to a house on 4th Street after a caller reported hearing glass breaking and screaming. Officers found one person inside and no active disturbance. Both units cleared at approximately 5:16 PM.
5:17 PM — Peru — Tree Across Road
Peru Fire responded to Tower Road near Packard Road for a tree across the roadway and wires. The road was blocked, but firefighters reported the nearby line did not appear energized. Units cleared at approximately 5:48 PM.
5:20 PM — Newry — Diabetic Emergency
MedCare responded to Bear River Road for a 49-year-old diabetic male feeling faint. A paramedic intercept was arranged due to limited medic availability. Responding resources were later redirected to a serious motorcycle crash in Newry.
5:23 PM — Hebron — Carbon Monoxide Alarm
Hebron Fire responded to a Station Road address for a CO alarm. Firefighters determined the detector was faulty and cleared the scene.
5:58 PM — Newry — Serious Motorcycle Crash
Emergency crews responded to Bear River Road for a motorcycle crash involving one patient. The rider was initially reported unconscious, bleeding and not moving. Life Flight was requested due to the severity of the injuries. Responders established a landing zone before moving operations to Woodstock Fire. The patient was reported to have a compromised airway and a head injury. Life Flight arrived at approximately 6:52 PM and transported the patient, lifting off at approximately 7:21 PM.
6:52 PM — Norway — Reported Domestic Disturbance / Vehicle Search Police investigated a reported possible domestic disturbance on Fur Drive. Officers contacted the homeowner and later searched for a male party believed to have left the area in a vehicle. Officers subsequently made contact with the associated female and her son in Oxford.
7:59 PM — West Paris - Four-Wheelers Complaint - Callers reported people riding four-wheelers at a High Street address who were reportedly not supposed to be there.
8:00 PM — Fryeburg - Drug Complaint — A caller reported a drug-related complaint after someone reportedly found a needle at the scene. An Oxford unit was dispatched/assigned to the call.
8:06 PM — Brownfield - Downed Power Lines — Brownfield Fire was dispatched for an electrical hazard involving wires reportedly down in the roadway on Haley Town Road. The fire department had difficulty communicating with dispatch because of heavy static. CMP was contacted and advised it was aware of an outage and had personnel responding. Later traffic indicated there was still some power in the area, but much of the surrounding road was without power. CMP responding; fire units working around the electrical hazard.
8:21 PM — Hanover - Traffic Hazard — A caller reported a red pickup truck with a trailer blocking one lane of Gore Road. The caller said multiple vehicles were nearly striking it. Later traffic clarified the vehicle was a pickup with lawn equipment in the back, rather than a boat on a trailer.
8:24 PM — Norway - Medical Call — Medical personnel were dispatched for a 68-year-old male experiencing pain extending from his right groin toward his knee at Norway Rehab and Living Center.
8:31 PM — Fryeburg - Dizziness / Medical Call —Fryeburg Rescue was dispatched to West Fryeburg Road for a 53-year-old male experiencing dizziness. The incident subsequently developed into a manpower request. Rescue requested Fryeburg Fire and Saco Valley Fire to assist with getting the patient out of the residence for transport. At approximately 9:04 PM, the additional units were dispatched to assist. Later traffic confirmed that the patient had been extricated from the residence.
9:29 PM —West Paris - Residential Fire Alarm — West Paris Fire and Woodstock Fire were dispatched for a residential smoke-detector/fire-alarm activation on Tool Town Road. Responders later reported nothing showing and cleared the residence. The department indicated the alarm company was responsible for the activation and noted there had been numerous alarms at the location
9:52 PM — Motorcycle Crash — Roxbury Road, Mexico. Mexico Fire and MedCare were dispatched for a motorcycle crash. Initial information indicated someone had fallen from the motorcycle and was having difficulty breathing, with road rash reported. Later traffic indicated a male subject was conscious and alert with a leg injury.
10:29 PM — Norway - Juvenile / Damaged Vehicle — Police were dispatched after a report that a juvenile had smashed the window of his mother's vehicle at Cumberland Farms, 251 Main Street. Police were already on scene when additional response information was broadcast. A medical unit was initially held/staged and later released toward another disposition after police assessed the situation. A police investigation is underway.
10:33 PM — Oxford - Welfare Check / Suicidal Statements — Oxford Rescue was dispatchedto the Oxford Casino for a welfare check involving a 20-year-old male employee who had reportedly been making suicidal comments. Law enforcement also responded.
10:44 PM — Mexico - Vehicle Crash / Female Possibly Injured — Mexico Fire and MedCare were dispatched to Brown Street for a report involving a female who had been in a vehicle crash. The vehicle reportedly left the scene, and the female was believed to possibly have a broken leg. Additional radio traffic indicated the situation was becoming escalated.
11:15 PM — Lovell - High Blood Pressure — Fryeburg Rescue and Stoneham Rescue were dispatched to a Main Street address for an 87-year-old female reporting high blood pressure.
for a 32-year-old female who reportedly felt faint and was unable to use the bathroom. The incident was dispatched as an Alpha-level response.
Fire
8:44 p.m. – Norway – Smoke Investigation
Norway Fire responded to a report of haze in a basement on Huntington Avenue. Crews determined the incident involved elevated carbon monoxide levels, ventilated the structure, and cleared once conditions returned to normal.
9:14 p.m. – Brownfield – Fire Alarm
Brownfield Fire investigated an automatic fire alarm on Riverbend Road. Crews found nothing hazardous and returned to servi
Saturday, August 8
10:31 a.m. — Norway — Motor Vehicle Crash
Norway Fire, Rescue, and law enforcement responded to the intersection of Harrison Road and Waterford Road for a car-versus-motorcycle crash. Dispatch reported the motorcycle was on fire and the rider had sustained a severe arm injury with significant bleeding. A Delta-level response was assigned.
Approx. 10:47 a.m. — Andover — Trespassing Complaint
A deputy was assigned to investigate a trespassing complaint on Church Street.
10:51 a.m. — Buckfield — Medical Emergency
Buckfield Rescue responded for a 70-year-old male who had fallen on a bathroom floor.
10:57 a.m. — Bethel — Medical Emergency
Bethel Rescue responded to Main Street for a 57-year-old female experiencing a severe nosebleed.
11:27 a.m. — Rumford — Heat Exposure
Med-Care and Rumford first responders responded to the ND Paper mill for a 35-year-old male experiencing heat exposure. Responding units were directed to use the lower gate for access.
11:45 a.m. — Oxford — Medical Emergency
Oxford Rescue responded to Whitney Lane for a 94-year-old female who had fallen from bed and was reported to have a possible back injury.
12:03 p.m. — Bethel — Suspected Overdose
Bethel Rescue responded to the Bethel Rescue Base after a caller reported transporting a 45-year-old male who had reportedly received Narcan twice. Additional responders were requested as the patient's condition worsened while en route. The patient later resumed breathing but remained unconscious upon arrival.
12:40 p.m. — Mexico — Medical Emergency
Med-Care responded to Main Street for a 57-year-old male experiencing severe abdominal pain and nausea.
12:45 p.m. — Lovell — Agency Assist
Responders were dispatched to Harbor Road to assist with a reportedly violent patient.
12:49 p.m. — Norway — Burglar Alarm
Law enforcement responded to a burglar alarm at 176 Main Street following an alarm activation at a commercial property.
12:51 p.m. — Canton — Electrical Hazard
Canton Fire responded to Staples Hill Road for a tree down across the roadway involving power lines.
1:02 p.m. — Canton — Outside Fire
Fire crews responded to a small outside fire on Main Street near the head of the lake.
Approx. 2:00 p.m. — Norway / South Paris — Motor Vehicle Crash
Dispatch advised of a minor crash in Norway. The involved vehicles relocated to Androscoggin Bank in South Paris, where an officer completed the investigation.
2:12 p.m. — Gilead — 911 Pocket Dial
Dispatch investigated an accidental 911 pocket dial near Military Circle and Barracks Road.
3:04 p.m. — Brownfield — Medical Emergency
Fryeburg Rescue, Brownfield Fire, and law enforcement responded to Woodland Acres Campground for a reported overdose involving a 16-year-old male.
Approx. 3:09 p.m. — Norway — Motor Vehicle Crash
Law enforcement responded to a reported two-vehicle crash in front of the Norway Veterinary Hospital.
3:15 p.m. — Batchelders Grant / Evans Notch — Motorcycle Crash
Gilead Fire, Fryeburg Rescue, Saco Valley Fire, and additional EMS agencies responded to Evans Notch Road in Batchelders Grant for a single-motorcycle crash with injuries. Mutual aid was requested, traffic control was established, and LifeFlight was placed on standby while crews evaluated the patient.
3:43 p.m. — Paris — Medical Emergency
Pace Ambulance responded to Paris Hill Road for a 91-year-old female reported unconscious. Paris Fire later assisted EMS.
3:51 p.m. — Canton — Car vs. Deer
Dispatch received a report of a vehicle striking a deer on Pleasant Street.
Approx. 4:28 p.m. — Fryeburg — Traffic Complaint
Dispatch received a report from Conway Police of a white Dodge pickup driving erratically near NAPA on Main Street.
Approx. 4:57 p.m. — Norway — Medical Emergency
Pace Ambulance responded to Pleasant Street for a reported sickness call.
5:59 p.m. — Waterford — Medical Emergency
Stoneham Rescue responded to Bisbee Town Road for a 77-year-old male experiencing fever and vomiting.
6:04 p.m. — Newry — Brush Fire Investigation
Newry Fire responded to Bear River Road near Route 26 after reports that fireworks thrown from a moving vehicle had started one or more roadside fires. Crews located a small brush fire already being extinguished by local residents and found no additional fires during a subsequent search.
7:02 p.m. — Norway — Domestic Disturbance
Law enforcement responded to a Summer Street address after reports of a male destroying property. Responding officers were advised the subject had reportedly been armed with a crossbow during an earlier incident. Pace Ambulance staged nearby until officers secured the scene, after which EMS was cleared to enter. The emergency signal was later cancelled.
Friday August 7th
Coverage Window: Approximately 10:31 a.m. to 7:17 p.m.
10:31 a.m. — Norway — Motor Vehicle Crash
Norway Fire, Rescue, and law enforcement responded to the intersection of Harrison Road and Waterford Road for a car-versus-motorcycle crash. Dispatch reported the motorcycle was on fire and the rider had sustained a severe arm injury with significant bleeding. A Delta-level response was assigned.
Approx. 10:47 a.m. — Andover — Trespassing Complaint
A deputy was assigned to investigate a trespassing complaint on Church Street.
10:51 a.m. — Buckfield — Medical Emergency
Buckfield Rescue responded for a 70-year-old male who had fallen on a bathroom floor.
10:57 a.m. — Bethel — Medical Emergency
Bethel Rescue responded to Main Street for a 57-year-old female experiencing a severe nosebleed.
11:27 a.m. — Rumford — Heat Exposure
Med-Care and Rumford first responders responded to the ND Paper mill for a 35-year-old male experiencing heat exposure. Responding units were directed to use the lower gate for access.
11:45 a.m. — Oxford — Medical Emergency
Oxford Rescue responded to Whitney Lane for a 94-year-old female who had fallen from bed with a possible back injury.
12:03 p.m. — Bethel — Suspected Overdose
Bethel Rescue responded to the Bethel Rescue Base after a caller reported transporting a 45-year-old male who had reportedly received Narcan twice. Additional responders were requested as the patient's condition worsened while en route. The patient later resumed breathing but remained unconscious upon arrival.
12:40 p.m. — Mexico — Medical Emergency
Med-Care responded to Main Street for a 57-year-old male experiencing severe abdominal pain and nausea.
12:45 p.m. — Lovell — Agency Assist
Responders were dispatched to Harbor Road to assist with a reportedly violent patient.
12:49 p.m. — Norway — Burglar Alarm
Law enforcement responded to a burglar alarm at 176 Main Street following an alarm activation at a commercial property.
12:51 p.m. — Canton — Electrical Hazard
Canton Fire responded to Staples Hill Road for a tree down across the roadway involving power lines.
1:02 p.m. — Canton — Outside Fire
Fire crews responded to a small outside fire on Main Street near the head of the lake.
Approx. 2:00 p.m. — Norway / South Paris — Motor Vehicle Crash
Dispatch advised of a minor crash in Norway. The involved vehicles relocated to Androscoggin Bank in South Paris, where an officer completed the investigation.
2:12 p.m. — Gilead — 911 Pocket Dial
Dispatch investigated an accidental 911 pocket dial near Military Circle and Barracks Road.
3:04 p.m. — Brownfield — Medical Emergency
Fryeburg Rescue, Brownfield Fire, and law enforcement responded to Woodland Acres Campground for a reported overdose involving a 16-year-old male.
Approx. 3:09 p.m. — Norway — Motor Vehicle Crash
Law enforcement responded to a reported two-vehicle crash in front of the Norway Veterinary Hospital.
3:15 p.m. — Batchelders Grant / Evans Notch — Motorcycle Crash
Gilead Fire, Fryeburg Rescue, Saco Valley Fire, and additional EMS agencies responded to Evans Notch Road in Batchelders Grant for a single-motorcycle crash with injuries. Mutual aid was requested, traffic control was established, and LifeFlight was placed on standby while crews evaluated the patient.
3:43 p.m. — Paris — Medical Emergency
Pace Ambulance responded to Paris Hill Road for a 91-year-old female reported unconscious. Paris Fire later assisted EMS.
3:51 p.m. — Canton — Car vs. Deer
Dispatch received a report of a vehicle striking a deer on Pleasant Street.
Approx. 4:28 p.m. — Fryeburg — Traffic Complaint
Dispatch received a report from Conway Police of a white Dodge pickup driving erratically near NAPA on Main Street.
Approx. 4:57 p.m. — Norway — Medical Emergency
Pace Ambulance responded to Pleasant Street for a reported sickness call.
5:59 p.m. — Waterford — Medical Emergency
Stoneham Rescue responded to Bisbee Town Road for a 77-year-old male experiencing fever and vomiting.
6:04 p.m. — Newry — Brush Fire Investigation
Newry Fire responded to Bear River Road near Route 26 after reports that fireworks thrown from a moving vehicle had started one or more roadside fires. Crews located a small brush fire already being extinguished by local residents and found no additional fires during a subsequent search.
7:02 p.m. — Norway — Domestic Disturbance
Law enforcement responded to a Summer Street address after reports of a male destroying property. Responding officers were advised the subject had reportedly been armed with a crossbow during an earlier incident. Pace Ambulance staged nearby until officers secured the scene, after which EMS was cleared to enter. The emergency signal was later cancelled.
7:49 p.m. – Stow – Anxiety / Difficulty Breathing
Police requested EMS after a woman reported severe anxiety and difficulty breathing on Stow Road. Responding officers later advised the patient refused medical treatment, allowing EMS to stand down.
8:34 p.m. – Mexico – Difficulty Breathing
Med-Care responded to Fourth Street for a 54-year-old male experiencing difficulty breathing. The incident was dispatched as Delta-level.
9:27 p.m. Oxford– EMS Assist
EMS requested police assistance for an in-house welfare check on Main Street.
9:39 p.m. Oxford– Lift Assist
Oxford Rescue requested additional personnel for a lift assist on Main Street.
10:42 p.m. – Rumford – Hospital Transport
EMS transported a patient to Rumford Hospital.
12:32 a.m. – Rumford – Return to Service
An ambulance cleared Rumford Hospital and returned to service.
1:38 a.m. – Fall Injury
Oxford Rescue responded to a reported fall on Fourth Street. Ambulance 602 transported one patient to Stephens Memorial Hospital before returning to quarters.
2:02 a.m. – Denmark – Medical Emergency
First responders were dispatched to East Main Street for a 32-year-old female who reportedly felt faint and was unable to use the bathroom. The incident was dispatched as an Alpha-level response.
Fire
8:44 p.m. – Norway – Smoke Investigation
Norway Fire responded to a report of haze in a basement on Huntington Avenue. Crews determined the incident involved elevated carbon monoxide levels, ventilated the structure, and cleared once conditions returned to normal.
9:14 p.m. – Brownfield – Fire Alarm
Brownfield Fire investigated an automatic fire alarm on Riverbend Road. Crews found nothing hazardous and returned to service.
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