Man with severe abdominal pain threatens to use firearm, Medford OR


A 99-year-old man near Northwood Dr is experiencing severe abdominal pain following a recent liver biopsy. He became agitated, refused to answer further questions, hung up 911, and stated he would have a firearm ready unless paramedics arrive, causing responders to stage for safety.
Audio|Source: Jackson County Public Safety
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Transcript:
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176, this is the code one for abdominal pain near Northwood Dr,
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cross of Bonbon Circle and Skeeter's.
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This is a 99-year-old male who's had a recent liver biopsy.
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He's having stomach pain,
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he believes, from his liver.
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He's very agitated and refused to answer further questions for 911 and hung up.
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He describes the pain as being unbearable.
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Engine 15 has been dispatched, meant for primary.
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Code 1.
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1-7-6-second, code one.
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31.71.2188.
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One called the mail back. He answered his questions, but said he'd have his firearm ready in case it was not paramedics being sent.
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He started making odd statements.
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Turn one to stage[1].
Police codes explained
The following codes appeared in the transcript and are explained below:
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stage: Hold nearby and wait until law enforcement secures the scene
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Location mentioned:
Near Northwood Dr, Medford, OR 97504
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