Crime & Safety Report for 1424 Bear Creek Road, Bakersville, NC 28705

Road Closure

06/24/2026 02:37 PM

NC-226 & US-19E, Spruce Pine, NC 28777

As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible full closure of I-485 outer in the area of NC-226 and US-19E near Spruce Pine.

Medical Emergency

06/22/2026 11:06 AM

Hospital Dr, Spruce Pine, NC 28777

As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS unit Medic 53 reports a female patient in her seventies was picked up near her residence for a possible stroke but now shows no clear stroke signs. The patient appears nervous and anxious, similar to a recent visit. No priority symptoms are noted. She is arriving at Blue Ridge Regional ER in about 4 minutes.

Medical Emergency

06/22/2026 09:06 AM

Hospital Dr, Spruce Pine, NC 28777

As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services report a 36-year-old female patient with dizziness and shortness of breath inbound to a hospital near Spruce Pine. Vital signs and treatment details were provided during transit.

Traffic

06/10/2026 10:48 AM

Hospital Dr, Spruce Pine, NC 28777

As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS reports an elderly woman was driving alone when her vehicle struck a bridge, causing minor injuries, and she is being transported routinely to a nearby hospital for evaluation.

Traffic

05/31/2026 03:24 PM

NC-226, Bakersville, NC 28705

As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to two possible vehicle crashes along Highway 226. One was reported near Grassy Creek Drive in Spruce Pine and another in the 500 block near Bakersville.