10-45: Injured person

In APCO 10-codes, 10-45 refers to "Injured person."

This code is used by law enforcement or emergency responders to indicate that there is a person who has been injured and may require medical attention.

For example:

  • Officer: "Dispatch, we have a situation with an injured person; it's a 10-45."
  • Dispatcher: "Copy that. Are medical units required?"

The use of 10-45 allows for efficient communication regarding the urgency of the situation, prompting the necessary emergency medical services to respond promptly.