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The Dispatch — Sunday, July 19

By Jake Rivers··3 min read

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Sunday, July 19  ·  Morning Briefing

10 incidents in the last 18 hours  ·  3 news stories  ·  Spokane, WA

📡 TOP STORY

MAJOR: Structure Fire on 24416 E Joseph Ave, Otis Orchards, Wa

SVFD responding with V21, V22, V31, VE4, VE5, VE8, VL8, VL10. Multiple units dispatched.

📍 24416 E JOSEPH AVE AVE, OTIS ORCHARDS, WA

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Traffic 12:16 PM

Traffic Collision at S Walnut St & W Freeway Ave, Spokane, Wa

SFD responding with ST4.

📍 S WALNUT ST & W FREEWAY AVE, SPOKANE, WA

Crime 11:40 AM

Disorderly at Otis Grill

A disorderly individual is bothering customers or refusing to leave Otis Grill, located at 21902 E Wellesley. The individual's behavior is causing a disturbance. Police are responding to the scene.

📍 21902 E Wellesley

Crime 10:52 AM

Child Abuse Reported at North Nevada

A male, approximately 30 years old, was seen shaking and screaming at a 2-year-old child near a bakery on North Nevada. The child was heard screaming and the male was described as being aggressive. The incident is currently unfolding.

📍 9257 North Nevada, Spokane, WA

Crime 10:47 AM

Physical Altercation in Progress

A physical fight is ongoing, with multiple individuals involved. The location is not specified. Units are being dispatched to the scene.

📍 Spokane, WA

Traffic 10:39 AM

Vehicle Accident with Pedestrians on Road

A possible vehicle accident was reported with vehicles in the ditch. A female and child were walking on the road, and the female was unclothed and claimed to be pregnant. There may be a sex-related issue involved.

📍 Spokane, WA

Community 10:21 AM

Pedestrian Claiming to be Pregnant with Medical Issue

A female pedestrian on the side of the road at 295 and 98th claimed to be pregnant and experiencing a medical issue, possibly related to a prostate issue, which seems inconsistent with the claim of being pregnant. The situation is unclear and requires further information. Medical assistance is likely required.

📍 295 and 98th, Spokane, WA

Fire 10:05 AM

Structure Fire at East Olive Avenue and North Rail Street

A fire call was reported at the intersection of East Olive Avenue and North Rail Street. Spokane Engine 7 responded to the scene. The call was designated as a single company fire response.

📍 East Olive Avenue and North Rail Street, Spokane, WA

Traffic 9:58 AM

Medical Emergency on Sprague

A two-year-old child had a seizure and fell, with unknown injuries. The child is currently out of seizure. Medical transport is en route to the scene.

📍 Sprague and McDonald, Spokane, WA

Crime 9:49 AM

Suspicious Activity at 100 N Hathford St

A suspect was reported in the area of 100 N Hathford St, across from Main Valley. The dispatcher is trying to gather more information about the suspect's location. The situation is unclear at this time.

📍 100 N Hathford St

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