Automated crash alert turns out to be dropped phone, Republic MO


An automated emergency call reported a possible car crash at a location in Republic, MO, but further investigation revealed it was a dropped phone and no accident occurred.
Audio|Source: Springfield Police and Fire, Greene County Sheriff and Fire
01:6
Transcript:
111 caller's been advice. Okay. Thank you. 525. 525. We have a possible crash. The Republic Units, Medical Responding, 3044, East Heritage. from Meldick-LF's but is conscious and breathing. Approximate location in 244 South Scenic. It was an automated crash notification. Call-taker could hear (name withheld) talking in the background, but then the phone just connected. It's just a dropped phone, no motor vehicle accident. I'm clear, thank you.
111 caller's been advice. Okay. Thank you. 525. 525. We have a possible crash. The Republic Units, Medical Responding, 3044, East Heritage. from Meldick-LF's but is conscious and breathing. Approximate location in 244 South Scenic. It was an automated crash notification. Call-taker could hear (name withheld) talking in the background, but then the phone just connected. It's just a dropped phone, no motor vehicle accident. I'm clear, thank you.
Disclaimer:
This was transcribed by AI and may contain errors. Please verify the information independently.
Location mentioned:
Near E Heritage St, Republic, MO 65738
Correct
Incorrect