Weekly Safety Report: Vehicle Pursuit, Missing Child, Fire Incidents in Dunkirk, New York

This week in Dunkirk, New York, several incidents occurred that require attention. These incidents include a vehicle pursuit that ended in a crash, a missing 8-year-old girl, assistance provided to a family affected by a massive fire, and a small house fire that was quickly extinguished by firefighters.

Police Investigating Central Avenue Vehicle Pursuit

chautauquatoday.com12-12-2023

A vehicle pursuit began in Dunkirk and ended with a crash in Fredonia. The pursuit started with a traffic stop and the driver struck another vehicle before fleeing south on Central Avenue. Charges are pending.

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• Police Investigating Central Avenue Vehicle Pursuit

Dunkirk Police Seek Public Help in Locating Missing 8-Year-Old Girl

wnynewsnow.com12-13-2023

The Dunkirk Police Department is seeking assistance in locating 8-year-old Leniyah Jones, who went missing near 88 Maple Ave. She was last seen with her mother and is believed to have run away through yards.

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• Dunkirk Police Seek Public Help in Locating Missing 8-Year-Old Girl
• 8-year-old Leniyah Jones has Been Found

Dunkirk City Schools Assisting Family in Aftermath of Massive Fire

chautauquatoday.com12-14-2023

The Dunkirk City School District is providing assistance to five students who were displaced by a fire on Columbus Avenue. The family received immediate help from a district staff member who is also a member of the City of Dunkirk Fire Department.

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• Dunkirk City Schools Assisting Family in Aftermath of Massive Fire

Dunkirk Firefighters Extinguish House Fire on Antelope Street

chautauquatoday.com12-14-2023

Dunkirk firefighters responded to a small fire on Antelope Street in the city's First Ward. The fire was on the exterior of the building with minor extensions into the interior. Firefighters quickly extinguished the fire, and the occupants were able to evacuate safely.

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• Dunkirk Firefighters Extinguish House Fire on Antelope Street

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