Person found with gun at hospital entrance, Fort Payne AL
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As discussed during the dispatch call, at DeKalb Regional Medical Center, staff reported a person in a white passenger car under the emergency room awning who appeared to have attempted suicide. The person had a firearm, and officers were dispatched to remove it so medical staff could safely provide assistance.
Audio|Heard on: Fort Payne Police
Listen to dispatch call
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Transcript:
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You're out to the DeKalb Regional, near Medical Center Drive Southwest.
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Nurse called, stated that they have a patient in a white passenger car under the awning at the entrance of the ER, possible suicide attempt, now slumped over.
00:16
There is a gun on the person, they're needing it removed so medical staff can assist.
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Location mentioned:
Medical Center Dr SW, Fort Payne, AL 35968
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