Daily Summaries

2026-01-23 06:00:53

  • Cardiac Arrest on East Parkview Drive

    • Type of Incident: Medical Emergency - Cardiac Arrest
    • Location: 281 East Parkview Drive, Grand Junction
    • Time: Approximately 06:09 to 06:20
    • Details: An 87-year-old male was initially unconscious but breathing, later showing agonal breathing, prompting CPR and a code 3 response. Multiple units, including Engine 4, Ambulance 4, and Sam 1, responded. Patient had an internal defibrillator. CPR was ongoing, with EMS starting resuscitation efforts.

  • Brush Fire near Orchard Mesa Pedestrian Bridge

    • Type of Incident: Fire - Brush Fire
    • Location: Southeast side of Orchard Mesa Pedestrian Bridge, near Eagle Rim Park, Grand Junction
    • Time: Around 16:50 to 17:00
    • Details: A 20 by 20 foot brush fire with heavy smoke and explosions reported in a homeless camp area. A white male in all black was seen fleeing the scene. Brush 4 responded, with a fire control panel issue suspected. Law enforcement also on scene. Fire was slow-moving and contained with no structure involvement.

  • Motorcycle Crash at Rimrock Walmart

    • Type of Incident: Traffic Accident - Motorcycle Crash
    • Location: Rimrock Walmart, 2545 Rimrock Avenue, Grand Junction
    • Time: Around 17:50 to 17:54
    • Details: Single motorcycle accident reported with the motorcycle flipped over on Base Rock Street near Walmart. Two subjects were standing near the motorcycle but refused ambulance transport. Law enforcement on scene investigating.

  • Illegal Burn and Trash Fire on 43830 Road

    • Type of Incident: Fire - Illegal Trash Burn
    • Location: 43830 Road, Grand Junction
    • Time: 16:09 to 16:21
    • Details: Passerby reported subjects burning trash in the front yard of a residence known for drug issues. Fire and sheriff units responded. Trash fire was legal but needed to be extinguished before units cleared.

  • Infant Cardiac Arrest on Bookcliff Avenue

    • Type of Incident: Medical Emergency - Infant Cardiac Arrest
    • Location: 3178 Bookcliff Avenue, Grand Junction
    • Time: Approximately 02:42 to 02:45
    • Details: An eight-week-old baby was not breathing and unconscious. CPR was initiated immediately by EMS. Law enforcement responded to assist. The baby was reported to be crying intermittently during resuscitation.

  • Patient Bitten by Dog During Dog Fight

    • Type of Incident: Medical Emergency - Animal Bite
    • Location: 433 1/2 Colorado Drive, Grand Junction
    • Time: Around 13:57 to 14:10
    • Details: A 63-year-old female was bitten in the right shoulder while trying to separate fighting dogs. Patient conscious and breathing but with difficulty. Animal control and deputies responded due to aggressive dogs on scene; pepper spray was used for containment.

  • Vehicle vs. Bicycle Incident on Broadway and West Scenic Drive

    • Type of Incident: Traffic Incident - Vehicle vs. Bicycle
    • Location: Intersection of Broadway and West Scenic Drive, Grand Junction
    • Time: Around 12:48 to 13:01
    • Details: A collision involving a white Jeep and an older male bicyclist was reported. The bicyclist was found unconscious but breathing; CPR was initially considered but later not required. Investigation found no vehicle on scene, indicating a possible solo bicycle accident.

  • Unconscious Patient at Aztecas Family Restaurant

    • Type of Incident: Medical Emergency - Unconscious Patient
    • Location: Aztecas Family Restaurant, 705 Horizon Drive, Grand Junction
    • Time: Around 16:29 to 16:33
    • Details: A 39-year-old male was found unconscious and turning purple on the ground in the parking lot. Code 3 response dispatched with EMS and fire units en route.

  • Fire Alarm Investigations with No Fire Found

    • Type of Incident: Fire Alarm Activation (False Alarm)
    • Locations:
      • 3047 Lancelot Place - Fire alarms going off, no smoke or flames; faulty detector confirmed.
      • 211 Whisper Lane - Fire alarm beeping, no smoke or flames; elderly female unable to reset alarm.
      • CMU Confluence Hall, 745 Elm Avenue - Smoke reported filling building due to soldering issue; building evacuated with no flames.
    • Times: Various throughout the day (06:26, 10:55, 15:47)
    • Details: Multiple fire alarm activations responded to, all determined to be false alarms or minor electrical issues without active fires.

  • Multiple Medical Calls for Falls, Seizures, and Chest Pain

    • Details: Numerous EMS responses for elderly patients with falls, patients experiencing seizures (including a 43-year-old male at El Tapatio and a 64-year-old male at Dollar Tree), chest pains (including a 96-year-old male at 541 Dodge Street), and other medical issues such as abdominal pain and weakness. Many involved conscious and breathing patients with varying severity.

  • Assault and Disturbance Incidents

    • Details: Several calls for assaults and disturbances including a juvenile assault at Longs Park South, verbal disturbances at apartment complexes, and a trespass/trespassing incidents involving intoxicated or aggressive individuals. Law enforcement actively responded with arrests and protective custody when necessary.

  • Suicidal and Mental Health Related Calls

    • Details: Multiple calls involving individuals with suicidal ideations or mental health crises, including a 53-year-old female at Family Health West Urgent Care and a juvenile at Mount Garfield Middle School. EMS and law enforcement coordinated responses with precaution for safety and transport.

  • Animal Control and Aggressive Dog Incidents

    • Details: Several calls involving loose or aggressive dogs, including a fight with multiple dogs, leading to containment and pepper spray use. Animal control and deputies coordinated for safety of medical personnel and the public.

  • Traffic Complaints and Suspicious Activity

    • Details: Police investigated multiple traffic complaints including suspected DUI drivers, suspicious persons near bike racks, and noise complaints. Several stops and warnings were issued, with some arrests and protective custody cases.

  • Other Notable Incidents

    • Lift assist and refusal of care incidents involving elderly patients at senior living locations.
    • Transport requests for patients needing transfers to hospice or hospital facilities.
    • Reports of illegal burns and trash spreading at residences with known drug activity.
    • Hazard and safety checks including a pedestrian walking along I-70 overpass area.

This report highlights the significant emergency calls and police activities in the Grand Junction area, reflecting the community's ongoing response to medical emergencies, fires, traffic incidents, and public safety concerns.