False crash alert near Hopkins St, Reading MA
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TrafficAs discussed during the dispatch call, police and fire units responded to a smartphone crash alert near Hopkins Street in Reading. After investigation, responders determined the alert was accidentally triggered by a phone that had fallen from a vehicle. No crash or injuries occurred.
Audio|Heard on: Reading Police & Fire Dispatch
Listen to dispatch call
02:35
Transcript:
00:00
We're heading to police and fire units.
00:02
Apple crash notification showing up in the area near Hopkins Street.
00:09
No response from the caller.
00:36
We're in the area near Hopkins Street.
00:39
We're attempting callback now.
00:41
We were unable to get in contact with the caller.
01:24
Last four on that phone number is (number withheld).
01:33
I think it'll be out with that vehicle (number withheld).
01:49
It was an accidental activation by the iPhone.
01:59
This was an accidental activation, no motor vehicle accident.
02:24
Great, I spoke with the RTO (name withheld).
02:26
(Name withheld) stated she had her phone on the top of the car and it fell off and was run over by a vehicle.
02:33
Everything checks okay here, you can show me clear.
Disclaimer:
This transcript is automatically generated by AI from live dispatch audio. Dispatch communications may include background noise, overlapping speakers, or rapidly evolving situations, and automated transcription may not capture all details or context.
Location mentioned:
Hopkins St, Reading, MA 01867
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