DeSoto Police and Fire Departments Weekly Call Volume Reports

The DeSoto Police and Fire Departments have released their call volume reports for the week of June 9-15, detailing a wide range of emergency responses and community services.

The DeSoto Police Department reported a total of 2,380 calls during this period.

The majority of these calls were neighborhood patrol calls, totaling 762.

Directed patrol followed closely with 430 calls.

Business calls accounted for 280, while animal-related incidents resulted in 75 calls.

Additionally, there were 53 calls regarding suspicious activity and 266 traffic-related incidents.

The DeSoto Fire Department responded to 239 emergency calls for service within the same week.

Of these, 180 were medical calls, highlighting the department’s crucial role in providing medical assistance.

The fire and rescue team handled 59 calls, which included 10 major vehicle accidents, 1 structure fire, 2 car fires, 1 RV fire, and 12 fire alarms.

71 of the 180 medical calls required additional assistance or manpower from a fire engine.

Both departments encourage residents to stay informed about safety protocols and to reach out in case of emergencies or suspicious activities.

For more information, residents can contact the respective departments through their official communication channels.

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