Disclaimer
CrimeRadar content is provided for situational awareness purposes only and does not constitute an official report, record, verified account, or legal determination.
Audio is sourced from publicly accessible public-safety dispatch communications. Transcripts, headlines, and summaries are generated by automated systems based on this audio. Users should rely on official sources for verified information.
By clicking continue, I agree I have read and understand the above and agree to these terms and conditions.

Fire crews investigate trash fire near Park AvePlainfield NJ

Please note:
This is not an official report. The headline and summary are generated by automated AI systems from public-safety dispatch audio. Always verify with official sources.

audio iconFire & Arson
Park Ave & Crescent Ave, Plainfield, NJ 07060

As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews in Plainfield responded to a possible trash fire near Crescent Avenue and Park Avenue. Dispatchers mentioned a person may have ignited trash outside, leading to a minor fire and a man found on the sidewalk during the investigation. Police were requested to assist, but nothing further was found at the scene.

Audio|Heard on: Union NJ Fire Dispatch Group Calls
Listen to dispatch call
01:22
Transcript:
00:00
Central to Engine Two, you'll be responding to Crescent Avenue and Park Avenue for reports of a trash fire.
00:06
It's going to be Crescent Avenue on Park Avenue for reports of a trash fire.
00:11
Call the state today.
00:13
A person reportedly lit trash on fire outside.
00:15
Realize no one else is around.
00:18
Time out for (number withheld).
00:21
All right, so that's gonna be squad one.
00:28
Squad one, just spotted area of Crescent and Park reported a trash fire.
00:38
Central squad, one's in the area, Crescent and Park.
00:44
Is there any location of where the person was at?
00:50
Central on scene, (number withheld), be advised.
00:53
The caller said they saw it from outside the window.
00:55
They stated that right on the corner.
00:58
Received you in the area investigating.
01:04
Central Fire Squad One.
01:10
Can you have a police unit respond to Crescent and Park? We have a person down on the sidewalk, still investigating the area of this fire.
01:21
Nothing found at this time.

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:
Park Ave & Crescent Ave, Plainfield, NJ 07060

This shows a Google Street View of the area near the location, which might not be the exact address.

Correct
Incorrect

Note:
Auto-generated from live dispatch audio, which may contain errors. Dispatch calls are not confirmed incidents. Always verify with official sources.

Share This Information

Recent Fire & Arson Incidents in Plainfield, NJ

Explore the dispatch alert map for more.