Rescue crews respond to person in river near bridge, Mankato MN
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As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to the area near Veterans Memorial Bridge in Mankato for a possible person in the river. The individual was described as being about 150 yards north of the bridge, roughly 30 feet from shore on the east side, possibly on ice. Rescue units responded to assist at the scene.
Audio|Heard on: Blue Earth and Faribault Counties Sheriff, Police and EMS
Listen to dispatch call
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Transcript:
00:00
Ten four or 0516.
00:02
The location all I know is north of the Veterans Bridge.
00:11
That's all we have so far?
00:14
And there's just one person in the river?
00:16
Far as we know.
00:18
Thank you.
00:32
2901, 2970.
00:34
You're being requested to assist for a person found in the river about 150 yards north of the bridge near Vest Bridge on some ice.
00:46
Looks like 30 feet offshore on the east side of the river.
00:51
Again, about 150 yards north of Vest.
00:56
Near Mulberry St.
00:58
30 ft off the shore.
01:00
He is on ice for 2901 and 2070.
01:04
Justice Center clear at 518.
01:08
Copy.
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Location mentioned:
Veterans Memorial Bridge, Belgrade Ave, Mankato, MN 56001
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