Water rescue for person refusing help after boat theft attempt, Elk WA


A water rescue is underway for a person yelling for help but refusing assistance. The individual appears not to be trying to get out of the water and was reportedly trying to steal a boat from a neighbor near North Sylvan Road.
Audio|Source: Spokane County Sheriff and Fire, Spokane City Police / Fire - Digital
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Transcript:
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Water Rescue, engine 46, 420, near North Sylvan Road, Channel Fire Up.
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836.
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336. 336, 5055.
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768 status?
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6, 768. 675.
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675.
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It will be on up 1515.
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6.7-8.
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Push down every greet.
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Tom, inner-y ocean.
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6-78, 50-6.
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Can you switch over to 15-0.15?
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Currently set of zero, he is extensive.
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They're advising, at this point he's just yelling from the water, refusing help and doesn't seem to be trying to get himself out of the water.
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They said he was trying to steal the boat from the neighbors near North Sylvan Road.
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Continue to see if they can offer some assistance.
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Location mentioned:
Near N Sylvan Rd, Elk, WA 99009
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