Welfare check requested for frail woman with mental illness, Bristol VA


Police are conducting a welfare check on a frail woman with schizophrenia at a residence near Maple St after concerns were raised by her sister from North Carolina about her safety and the presence of many dogs in the home.
Audio|Source: Washington County and Bristol City Public Safety
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Transcript:
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Eric Carter's speaking.
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I need you to respond to near Maple St.
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Mrs. Castles from North Carolina is requesting a welfare check on her sister (name withheld).
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She's married to Joseph Hollenberry, and this female is very frail and schizophrenic.
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There are a lot of dogs supposedly in this house.
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The caller last saw them in May almost.
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It's a dangerous situation for her sister with the evaluation. I said I can send an officer out for a welfare check. You'll be calling back after the welfare check.
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Location mentioned:
Near Maple St, Bristol, VA 24201
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