Male caller in mental distress reported armed at residence, Massillon OH


A male caller identified as (name withheld) called 911 from near North Avenue Northeast stating he has schizophrenia and was rambling. The caller is considered armed and dangerous and may be experiencing a mental health crisis.
Audio|Source: Stark County Police
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Transcript:
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Check near North Avenue Northeast, near North Avenue Northeast.
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Male called it on 911[1], (name withheld), advising that he is schizophrenic and was rambling.
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Sounds like he might be in some sort of mental distress.
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He does have cautions for armed and dangerous[2].
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Thank you, please.
Police codes explained
The following codes appeared in the transcript and are explained below:
[1]
911: Hang-up call from the emergency number
[2]
armed and dangerous: Caution flag indicating the subject may be armed and poses a danger to officers/public
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Location mentioned:
Near North Ave NE, Massillon, OH 44646
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