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Man with machete blocks traffic near North Washington Blvd, Sarasota County FL

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N Washington Blvd & Myrtle St, Newtown, FL 34234

A man was walking near North Washington Boulevard and Myrtle Street carrying a machete while blocking traffic. He was moving around a bicycle and waved the machete in the area. Police are aware of his description and location.

Audio|Source: Sarasota County Sheriff, Venice and North Port Police
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Transcript:
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Sam 3. Can you copy for a 13 person in Zone 1?
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Please, Sam 3.051.
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Spawning intersection, North Washington Boulevard and Myrtle Street.
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It's a male subject walking around a bicycle, blocking traffic and waving a machete around.
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Black male, we're in blue sweater, tan shorts, and a tan hat.
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Last scene, eastbound on Myrtle.
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On foot.

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Location mentioned:
N Washington Blvd & Myrtle St, Newtown, FL 34234
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