Accident Investigation Centre

Similar to the Patrol Centre, but is only for dispatched calls regarding accident investigation requests, so usually only Traffic division will see in here,

"CI-1 respond to East Hanlon Street, we've got a small commerical truck that tipped, gotta see why. Respond using non priority" (You may yuse the orange light function, but not the red lights on your unit's bar)

EAT
PPD responded to a tipped commercial transport truck. Looks like there was some kinda commercial violation. Check it out and if it's a violation, call in CE, the driver is still on scene with a marked PPD unit. The truck is at the very end of the road, so there is very little traffic disruption

"CI-1 10-4"
*I walk out of the station to the CI car which is a Crown Vic and get in and Procede to the location. A few minutes later i am on the scene and see a bakery's Step Van on its side and the driver with the PPD Officers. I walk over*
'Hi Im Officer Russo with the ERT PD Traffic unit Can you tell me what happened?'
'I was going to make the turn into the driveway and it tipped over'
'How fast were you going?'
'About 30 MPH'
'Going a little fast there Jeff Gordon'
'I know i had a date tonight and wanted to finish work early'
'That worked out well'
'I know'
'Can you unlock the back for me so i can get a few pictures for the accident report?'
'Sure'
*He unlocks the back of the truck for me and i get a few pictures of the interior. It is very Disheveled Because its on its side. I notice that the truck looks over loaded*
"CI-1 to CE-1 Can you guys swing by here? I have an overturned truck and it looks like its overloaded and i need help in determining if it is"

"CE-1 to CI-1, we're on a traffic stop, will respond when the stop is finished, over."

"10-4"

(Use more than just one liners guys..)
"CI-1, do I have an update of the scene?"

"10-4 The Truck is still over turned. I also need a plate run for an ownership and warrant check. THT-1618 Commercial plates"

"CE-1 is clear of the traffic stop, issued 1 violation. We will now be en route code 1 to East Hanlon Street. RE: Traffic collision investigation with CI-1"

"Plate comes to Evergreen Enterprises, a company for heavy goods and toxic transports based out of Texas. Vehicle was marked in town to pick up a ton of supplies and bring it to a warehouse in Huston"

(@Burke, we were just using one liners because we were using radio as we were off scene, sorry for that.)

I pull the car up to the scene and park it by the side of the road, and turn on the rear emergency lights, I climb out, still with my traffic vest on and check out the scene. 'Matt, got a toppled Step Van, I'll grab the gear, you get the info?' I say as I radio COPA. "CE-1 is with CI-1 at accident. Over." I put the radio back as I open the boot, and click on the boot lights, so that we're still visible incase anyone comes down the road. I start to get the measuring equipment and pick them up, and start to walk over to Russo.

"COPA did you say Toxic? This Van is marked for a local Bakery"
*I see CE-1 pull up*
'Hey Jackson, Hey Linda. Thanks for coming out. I have a funny feeling about this. The van is registered to a toxic transport company but its marked for a local bakery. I can already see a few things wrong with this picture already. But i wanted to get your take on this'

"I know, the truck in question should be picking up machines for a bakery, the company also does toxic hauling"

'Well I know one thing guys he doesnt have a Hazmat placard at all on the truck. Thats a citation. Did you get any info on how he tipped or anything?'

'Told me he turned into a driveway a little too fast. I think he might have also been over his weight limit that didn't help at all '

(Unless he's carrying the goods, he doesn't need a placecard. Several companies transport toxic goods, but only have a few vehicles that do the actual transport of toxic goods, the rest that don't do the transport of those don't need the cards)

****RING***RING****RING**** (Russo's cell)

*He answers.*

'Hey, what's going on out there?'

I head over to the two conferring officers and put the equipment on the floor in front of them, as I head back to the car to grab the camera and tripod, to document the scene. I arrive back, and before setting up the camera say 'Hey guys, all the measuring gear's there, I'm just gonna get some photos taken, and look around for any witnesses to assist with what happened. Ok?' I ask as I start to snap the scene.

'I think he's already taken pictures but I'm not to sure'

'Now what do you need us to do to help you out Russo?'

*I pick up my phone*
"Hey Sarge everything is going well, Just a Step van on its side. i have Jackson and Linda here assisting with the investigation. After there done and i have to evaluate whats going on and see where that takes me. See you back at the office"
*I turn to Linda*
'Can you weigh the truck and check the cargo'

'Alright sounds good, Just checking what you got. See you then.'

*I hang up*

'I can't weigh it til they put it upright and then i can weight it'

I go and get the scales set up and wait

'Has anybody run the plates on the EAT?' I ask as I review the photos I've taken, and take a few more of the licence plates and then turn off the camera.

'Yeah i ran the plates over the radio my car doesn't have a terminal. Ok Linda can you inspect the cargo to see if it isnt in violation of any commercial vehicle laws? I just read an article online about how Haz-mat transport companies like to falsify records to avoid paying fees to the EPA. I already see 1 law being broken here, No DOT numbers on the side. What do you guys think the best way to get this truck back on its wheels is?'

"Guys what's the status over there?"

'We could get a tow truck to pull it with a winch, seems the best we can do.' I say as I look over at the scene and think about some calculations in my head. 'Anyway, until then, check over his details again, licence and stuff, need to make sure, I've got some photos, so have you Russo, so we're good on that front, we get a tow to pull him over and we weigh him and check tires and the like.'

'Good idea Jackson'
"COPA we need a tow truck with a cinder block down here to assist us in righting the vehicle"
*I walk over to the driver of the the truck.*
'Can i see your license?'
*He hands me his CDL*
"COPA i need an out of state Commercial license number run, the number is 79371413. I also need his current certs"

'Zach, go and run it on our car's EAT if you need to. I'm gonna try and help the tow trucks right it up.' I say as I walk over to the arriving tow truck.
'Hey, what am I meant to be doing here.' The driver asked in a southern accent.
'Help me get the winch attached to the roof of the car, then we'll pull him onto his wheels, you understand?' I say as I point where to attach the winch.
'Yeah, need to make sure it's all secure inside though.' He replies, I nod and head off to inspect the damage.

*I jump in the magnum and run the CDL on the EAT*


** EAT **
CDL Number 79371413
State of Origin Texas
Name Brian Mcgee
Address 1674 E Mabel Dr. Austin TX
DOB 7/14/1978
Endorsements None
Restrictions No Air Brakes GVWR > 15,000 ONLY
Warrants None
Other *Probationary License If Violations Are Observed Contact Texas DPS*


** EAT **


*I get out of the car and turn to Jackson and Linda*
'I have no idea How this guy is employed. He cant drive anything bigger then a Small Tow Truck. And if hes over weight i have to call Texas DPS'

'Hmm.' I murmur as I return from the step van,where the tow truck driver is being helped by PPD to right the truck. 'Ok, what violations have we got so far, licence, which I assume is enough to impound the vehicle if we have to, possible weight too.' I pause to think for a second 'Anyway, soon as this truck's back upright, which should be a few minutes, probably need to weigh check it, which I think Corporal Linda's got the equipment for, and I'll assist with that, Zach, could you interview the man?' I ask as I see the tow truck just righting the step van.

WE weight the truck
'Hey Ruzzo hes 20 pounds over weight.

'Not putting anyone in danger much.' I say sarcastically as I hear Linda's reading. 'So, we need to phone up Texas about that, great.' I head back to our magnum and grab a cellphone off the dashboard and start to head back to my fellow traffic officers.

(Apologies for double post.)

I dial the number of Texas DPS, after obtaining it from a quick check on the EAT and now actually do head back to my fellow traffic officers.
'Hello, Texas Department of Public Safety, how can I help you.' I hear a female voice on the other end of the phone and reply quickly.
'Yeah, hey, it's the ERTPD here, we have a driver, a Mr Brian McGee, on his record, it says to call you if any violations are observed.' I say, and wait for a reply.
'Oh, okay, if you'll just hold for a while, we'll get the record up on him and one of the Driver's Licence Division people will be on shortly.' I clip the phone on my belt as a tune starts to play.
[/b]'Alright, called DPS, they're getting a guy on it now, we'll see what turns out.'[b] I say to Linda and Russo.

(Sorry for the delay ive been working)

'Ok Mr McGee So far it looks like you or your employer has some explaining to do. You dont have DOT numbers on your truck and depending on what the CE Officers say you might be over weight. Now just to cover all bases have you been given a breathalyzer?'
'No'
*I have him blow through it. It reads a 0.01*
'Have you been drinking?'
'I had a beer for lunch'
'While its still legal to drive a truck with a 0.01 Considering the circumstances it can be used against you'
*I turn to Jackson and Linda*
Whats going on with the truck?

'Jackson whats going on with The Texas DPS?'

The annoying song stops and a gruff voice comes on. 'Texas DPS Driver's Licence Division, how can I help?'
'Hello I'm Officer Jackson, ERTPD, need some details on a Mr Brian McGee.' I reply, now happy someone answered
'Uhh...' He pauses for a few seconds. 'Yeah, he's got a provisional licence, what violation you say?'
'Overweight in a Step Van.' I answer.
'Ah ok, well... We'll probably need to check it all over in court, for the mean time punish him for a breach of licence.'
'All right, I understand. Goodbye.' I hang up and walk back to Russo.

'Yep, DPS said punish him for a licence breach, we'll have to impound the van I think and you deal with Mr McGee?' I say to Zach, not happy.

'Thanks Jackson'
*I walk over to Mr McGee.*
'The Texas DPS have told us your in breach of your license. Im going to have to revoke your license right now. This is nothing personal but if you want to get it back thats a matter for you and the Texas DPS to Discuss. Were going to have to impound the truck too. I would advise you call your employer and work this out'

"CI 1 I have a confiscated revoked license should i give it to the Desk Sergent? Also do you need me to go to the 2 Car MVA?"

"Turn in all evidence to the desk sergeant, he'll file it for the court case. CE1 hang around for the tow to remove the truck. CI1, standby for circumstances regarding accident. If it is suspcious we will send you out"

With the tow truck already on scene, I walk over to him.
'Hey, we're gonna need the Van towed back to Impound.' I say, he shrugs and starts to head to the back of his truck.
'Alright, I'll get your truck there.' He replies, looking bored at another tow job. I thank him and head back to the Magnum.
'Hey Matt, grab the scales and stuff, let's head out and get back on the road.' I shout over to the Corporal, who starts to load the stuff in the back and then closes the tailgate.
"CE-1 are returning to patrol duties." I say into our microphone and then start to head off from the scene as the tow truck leaves.

(Sorry for taking so long. work has taken up alot of time in RL)

*I walk towards my office and see several pissed off looking people waiting outside. I walk into my office and
review the video from the dash cam. To see the child running out into the street i had to use a thermal overlay. After viewing the video and making notes i call the child's mother into room*
'Hi my name is Officer Russo and i am investigating the accident'
'Your from the same department as the driver of the fire truck i dont want your department anywhere near the investigation'
'I can assure you that this will be an unbiased investigation. now since your son needs you lets make this short. I saw the video. Now when the vehicle pulled down the block was the emergency warning devices activated?'
'Yes'
'Does your son have any issues with hearing or eyesight.'
'No'
'You can leave but if i need you can i contact you?'
'Yes'
*I pick up the phone and call DC Burke*
"I have reviewed the video from the dash cam. And I have interviewed the witness so i have determined that the accident was caused by something out of the drivers control and my recommendations are an EVOC refresher and counseling be made available to the driver"

"Will send your recommendations to the Deputy Chief of Operations"

"Received a request from TSD to head out to the state fair, a dump truck hit a gate, driver is missing."