Elderly patient expresses self-harm thoughts and violence, Overton TX


A home health nurse requested emergency help for a 71-year-old patient who expressed thoughts of self-harm and showed violent behavior. EMS is nearby and requested law enforcement due to concerns about violence and firearms inside the residence.
Audio|Source: Rusk County Public Safety
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Transcript:
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Can you be around near Co Rd 114 north for an EMS assist?
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Caller stated that she's a home-held nurse, her 71-year-old patient had made comments yesterday of wanting to self-harm.
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She stated in the conversation that he is violent, so EMS stated they're going to be staging and requested a deputy.
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10-4[1]. 10-4.
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531 also be advised caller did state there are firearms in the residence but he does not currently have any out.
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10-4[1].
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10-4: Acknowledgment / Message received
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Location mentioned:
Near Co Rd 114, Overton, TX 75684
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