Welfare check requested for unresponsive elder at home, Elkton VA


Police responded to near Mount Olivet Church Road in Elkton for a welfare check on a 70-year-old man who had not answered calls or texts for two days. Concern was raised for his health and the pets inside his home.
Audio|Source: Rockingham and Harrisonburg Fire/EMS
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2344, respond to near Mount Olivet Church Road in Elkton, cross streets,
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Rass Valley Lane and Waterloo Mill Lane for welfare check in progress.
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It's going to be on (name withheld), 70-year-old male.
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Complaintant is calling from Indiana for a welfare check on this individual, stating that he has unknown recent medical issues and isn't returning calls or texts for the past two days.
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That's very unusual for him.
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He has pets on location, the golden retriever and two cats inside of the house that he's concerned for.
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The dog will bark loudly but will back away if they need to make entry.
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He doesn't think it will be aggressive.
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They would like a callback with findings.
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We also have a key location, contact DCC for that.
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Location mentioned:
Near Mt Olivet Church Rd, Elkton, VA 22827
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