Daily Summaries

2025-11-17 06:00:27

  • Single Vehicle Crash Injuring Multiple Persons

    • Type of Incident: Traffic Accident
    • Location: 29 Road and B Road
    • Time: Approximately 07:35
    • Details: A single vehicle crashed into a pole and rocks at the intersection, causing moderate damage. At least one patient is reported with a broken hand. State Patrol was notified, and fire and EMS responded code 3. The power pole was broken as a result. One patient transported; a second patient with injuries was also reported.

  • Runaway Child Incident with Golf Cart

    • Type of Incident: Missing Juvenile / Traffic Hazard
    • Location: Palisade area, primarily on D. David and a half Road, progressing westbound toward 29 Road and Bonito Avenue
    • Time: Starting around 07:59 to 09:21
    • Details: A 7-year-old boy named Lucas Smith, diagnosed with ADHD and intermittent explosive disorder, ran away from home. He was last seen driving a purple golf cart with custom chrome wheels, wearing blue pants, a gray and blue striped shirt, and lime green shoes. The child was observed pulling off the road to let cars pass but continued driving on public roads, posing a safety risk. Multiple units and a police officer followed him while coordinating with dispatch. The child was safely located near 29 Road and Bonito Avenue around 09:18, and guardians were en route.

  • Shots Heard – Possible Firearm Discharges

    • Type of Incident: Shots Fired Report
    • Locations:
      • 112 North Willow Street area (reported around 07:47)
      • 340 25 and 3 quarters Road (reported around 08:41)
      • 3427 Season Charles Road (reported around 17:23-17:24)
    • Details: Multiple reports of gunshots or loud pops were received. At 112 North Willow Street, a caller heard three series of shots directed southwest near City Market. Another report of three gunshots came from 340 25 and 3 quarters Road; the caller thought someone was pushing a deer. At 3427 Season Charles Road, shots were reported east of the property by an Xcel employee. No injuries were reported, and investigations were ongoing.

  • Obvious Death at Midlands Village

    • Type of Incident: Death Investigation
    • Location: Midlands Village, 43532 Road, Unit 402
    • Time: Around 17:00
    • Details: A 70-year-old female was found non-conscious and not breathing. The caller was from the neighboring unit and was waiting outside. Law enforcement and coroner were dispatched. Fire and EMS responded code 2.

  • Domestic Disturbance with Assault

    • Type of Incident: Domestic Violence / Assault
    • Location: 2314 Araba Court
    • Time: Around 17:14
    • Details: An 82-year-old male was assaulted, reportedly unconscious but now coherent. The assailant was another adult male throwing punches. EMS and law enforcement responded code 2, and the coroner was notified.

  • Commercial Structure Fire with Smoke

    • Type of Incident: Commercial Fire Alarm/Smoke Investigation
    • Location: 2311 River Road, Rinker Materials warehouse
    • Time: Around 19:56
    • Details: Passersby reported heavy smoke coming from the back of the commercial warehouse. No employees were on scene. Fire units responded and began ventilation. The incident was managed on TAC-1 channel.

  • Multi-Vehicle Crash on I-70

    • Type of Incident: Traffic Accident
    • Location: I-70 Mile Marker 51 ½ Eastbound
    • Time: Around 19:15-19:18
    • Details: Three vehicles involved in a crash with airbags deployed and fluids on the ground. Initially reported as no injuries but later confirmed airbags deployment. Incident blocked traffic; State Patrol en route. Ambulance and fire units dispatched code 3 for patient care and traffic control.

  • Medical Emergencies and Welfare Checks

    • Numerous EMS calls for medical emergencies including falls, dizziness, chest pain, overdoses, and psych issues were reported throughout the day across Grand Junction and surrounding areas. Notable among them:
      • Suicidal female at Downtown Suites, 104 White Avenue, Unit 224 (approx. 14:44)
      • Dog bite on 2369 Henry Road; 11-year-old male bitten while trying to free dog from fence (approx. 15:21)
      • Elderly female with dementia acting violent at Comfort Care Group Building, 445 Sandia Drive, Unit 6 (approx. 18:00)
      • Overdose patient en route to St. Mary’s Hospital (multiple calls throughout the day)

  • Miscellaneous Notable Incidents

    • Welfare check and assistance to a female stuck on the floor at Midlands Village, 43532 Road, Unit 104 (early morning)
    • Verbal disturbance with males yelling and throwing lit cigarettes at 3184 Kennedy Avenue (approx. 09:49-09:52)
    • Report of a highly intoxicated male at Maverick, 3249 F Frank Road (approx. 15:50)
    • Possible ongoing harassment and assault calls with multiple units responding and follow-ups documented

  • Animal-related Calls

    • Aggressive loose yellow labs at 788 Abigail Court attacked resident’s husband (approx. 15:21-15:29)
    • Various animal control requests including dog bites, loose animals, and welfare checks throughout the day

  • Power Outages and Traffic Signal Issues

    • Multiple reports of power outages and traffic light malfunctions affecting intersections such as 6 and Highway 50, 28 and a half Road, and 32 Road and Highway 50 (afternoon to evening)
    • One incident of shots possibly linked to damage to a transformer near power lines (reported near 17:25)

  • Miscellaneous Alarms

    • Multiple burglar and commercial alarms were reported and cleared, including at Northeast Tech Shop, Johnstone Supply, and various residential addresses. Most were determined to be false alarms or equipment malfunctions.

This summary highlights the significant incidents and provides context for routine calls and follow-ups omitted for brevity.