Person with mental illness reported scratching herself, Norfolk VA


A call was made for a person with a history of mental illness who was scratching herself and not feeling well near Springfield Avenue. Police were initially requested due to possible violent behavior.
Audio|Source: Norfolk City Fire and EMS Dispatch
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Medicaid, sick person, 1816 Springfield Avenue, Tech 2. Medicaid, you're responding. Medicaid, sick person 1816 Springfield Avenue, Tech 2 at 1709. Medicaid, you're responding to 1816 Springfield Ave for a sick person. There's a psych violent message in for PD at the location.
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Say she's been scratching herself since last night and say the hospital was not taking her seriously. History of bipolar and schizophrenia. Say she's not feeling well and requested a medic. We'll let you know when it's safe to enter. 1710. Medicaid, Norfolk. Medigate, go ahead. Yeah, you can clear PD. We're very familiar with this patient. She calls often. Copy. Copy. I'll put that in message.
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Near Springfield Ave, Norfolk, VA 23523
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