Illegal backyard burn sparks child welfare check in Grand Junction, Grand Junction CO
Family OffenseOfficials responded to reports of illegal trash burning and found three children sleeping in a vehicle outside a Grand Junction residence; authorities conducted a welfare check urgently.
Audio|Source: Mesa County and Grand Junction Police, Fire and EMS
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Transcript:
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On June 8, units responded near Kennedy Avenue for an illegal burn reported at 1823 hours.
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Amy on 131.
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Copy at 1823.
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25 to 2.
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25 to 2.
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I'll be clear at 2940, he'll be at the sub.
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Okay.
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Clifton Fire respond to Clifton Liquor 3255S is in Frank Road for the odor of natural gas in the area timeout 1824 break.
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Showing you in round 2980 Kennedy Avenue.
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Reporting party's neighbors at this address have been burning trash in a burn barrel.
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They also have their children sleeping in a vehicle outside.
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The oldest child is 13 years old.
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There should be three children inside.
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Vehicle is running with a lone adult present.
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Reporter thinks she could be waiting for someone, possibly armed.
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Inge 25.
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Dispatch, engine 21's en route on scene.
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We'll be investigating.
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I copy.
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26-3-4-4-2.
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Both units showing en route 2980 Kennedy Avenue.
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The initial call was for neighbors burning trash in a barrel,
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now requesting a welfare check on children.
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Children are sleeping in the Ford Excursion outside.
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Flashlights were seen inside the vehicle during the night.
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The oldest child is 13.
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There should be three boys inside.
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Location mentioned:
Kennedy Ave, Grand Junction, CO 81504
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