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Heard on: New Bedford Police, Fire and EMS · 1/6/2026 12:53 PM
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Did you meet (name withheld) at near Purchase Street for a check the welfare? There's a male walking in and out of traffic with a sign.
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Welfare check near Purchase St for man in traffic

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As discussed during the dispatch call, a welfare check may involve a man seen walking in and out of traffic near Purchase Street holding a sign.

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Purchase St, New Bedford, MA 02740
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