Delta Assault Response and Staging on SW 43rd Ave & SW Dickinson St

Summary: Emergency services responded to a reported Delta-level assault in the area of Southwest 43rd Avenue and Southwest Dickinson Street in Portland, Oregon. Police were dispatched but not yet on scene due to other incidents tying up officers. The assailant was believed to live in nearby apartments but was not present with the victim at the time. Fire and medical crews staged nearby for safety, awaiting police presence. Eventually, Engine 18 made contact with the patient, who was awake and refused care. The situation was monitored closely due to the unknown location of the assailant.