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Student pulls fire alarm at Phoenix Central School

Heard on: Licking OH Law Dispatch Group Calls

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Unit 17 at Phoenix Central School, (number withheld) West Church Street with 10-20.

2/17/2026 06:42 AM

Fire & Arson

W Church St, Newark, OH 43055

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Fire & Arson reported near W Church St, Newark, OH 43055 on Feb 17, 2026, 6:42 AM. As discussed during the dispatch call, report requested at Phoenix Central School (116 W Church St) for a student who pulled the fire alarm; possible code '20B' noted. AI-generated summary from public dispatch audio. Not an official report.

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