Self-inflicted gunshot wound at Des Moines residence, Des Moines IA


An adult male in his 60s shot himself at a residence near 14th St in Des Moines. Police and emergency services are assisting. The man was initially reported to need an ambulance for COPD before the self-inflicted gunshot. His son was waiting at the location for responders.
Audio|Source: Des Moines Fire/EMS
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Medic 7, Engine 7, and Truck 9 and DC1, near 14th St.
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On a self-inflicted gunshot, Medic 7, Engine 7,
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Truck 9 and DC1,
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Corresponds 3 on Channel 2, Timeout, 234.
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B.C. 2 in route.
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V.C. 1 and out.
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All right, Medic 7, Engine 7, Truck 9 and DC1, you're going to near 14th St. It's going to be for a self-inflicted gunshot when we do have PD assisting you for an adult male in the 60s. This was...
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call,
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I guess originally wanting an ambulance for COPD,
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and then he shot himself all on the phone with dispatch. The son is home, going to be waiting outside for you and police.
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Location mentioned:
Near 14th St, Des Moines, IA 50313
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