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Person in mental health crisis acts violently on highway, Fort Lauderdale FL

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Near S Federal Hwy, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316

A 36-year-old person with bipolar disorder is acting violently near South Federal Highway. Police are responding for an involuntary mental health evaluation.

Audio|Source: Broward County Sheriff Dispatch - North
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Transcript:
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I was requesting unit to Baker Act[1] patient (name withheld).
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He's life now 36 years.
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He's wearing a black shirt, tan pants.
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He's acting violent.
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Advise he's bipolar, but no weapons.
Police codes explained
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[1]
Baker Act: Involuntary psychiatric evaluation

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Near S Federal Hwy, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316

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