December 27, 2021

Monday, December 20

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers were called to Beacon St for a report of a package theft. The reporting party stated they found open packages strewn around the vestibule, the contents missing. The matter is under investigation.

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers were called to Winslow Rd for a report of a package theft. The reporting party stated they witnessed two individuals grab a package from the front steps of a building and proceed to rip open the box and remove its contents. The matter is under investigation.

LARCENY - Officers responded to Harvard St for a report of a theft of a moped. The reporting party stated they parked their moped on the street and later noticed it was missing. The matter is under investigation.

Tuesday, December 21

LARCENY - Officers took a report of a larceny that occurred on Beacon St. The reporting party stated they left their belongings in an unsecured room and returned to find money had been removed from their wallet. The matter is under investigation.

FRAUD - Officers took a report of fraud. The reporting party stated they were texted by an unfamiliar individual who asked for assistance in sending money to people in need. They asked for a series of checks to be deposited into an account. The reporting party then discovered the checks had bounced and funds had been withdrawn from their personal account.

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers responded to Buckminster Rd for a report of a package theft. The reporting party stated they received notification that packages had been delivered, but when they went to retrieve them, they were missing. The matter is under investigation.

Wednesday, December 22

MALICIOUS DAMAGE - Officers were called to Beacon St for a report of malicious damage to a building's door. The matter is under investigation.

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers responded to Boylston St for a report of a past larceny. The reporting party stated they received confirmation of a package's delivery, but it was gone when they went to retrieve it.

Sunday, December 26

FRAUD - Officers took a report of a fraudulent use of credit card. The reporting party stated they had lost their wallet and checked their banking statements to discover their credit card had been used multiple times without their knowledge or consent. The matter is under investigation.

December 20, 2021

Monday, December 13

GRAFFITI - Officers were called to Amory Park for a report of graffiti. The matter is being referred to the Community Service Department.

GRAFFITI - Officers responded to the intersection of Babcock St and Freeman St for a report of graffiti. The matter is being referred to the Community Service Department.

Tuesday, December 14

ASSAULT - Officers were called to Winchester St for a report of an altercation between two individuals. They had entered into a verbal argument over a traffic dispute when one individual struck the other multiple times then fled. The matter is under investigation.

MAIL THEFT - Officers responded to Beacon St for a report of mail theft. The reporting party stated they found envelopes ripped open in the building's foyer. The matter is under investigation.

FRAUD - Officers were called to Rawson Rd for a report of ID fraud. The reporting party stated they received notification about a bank account opened with their social security number and, upon further investigation, that money had been transferred out of a previous account. The matter is under investigation.

Wednesday, December 15

FRAUD - Officers responded to James St for a report of fraud. The reporting party stated they called a customer service number found online, which they believed to be legitimate. They were then alerted to attempts trying to access their accounts, which they did not initiate themselves. The matter is under investigation.

FRAUD - Officers were called to Park St for a report of a scam. The reporting party stated they received a call from an individual regarding Social Security accounts. The individual asked for identifying information and threatened to freeze social security benefits if they did not comply. The matter is under investigation.

Thursday, December 16

ATTEMPTED BURGLARY - Officers responded to Pond Av for a report of an attempted breaking and entering. An individual was witnessed trying open multiple locked doors but left when they were unsuccessful. Officers identified the suspect and placed them under arrest.

SHOPLIFTING - Officers were called to Washington St for a report of shoplifting. The reporting individual stated they witnessed an individual conceal multiple items on their persons, and when they confronted the suspect, the individual dropped some items and left the store without incident. The matter is under investigation.

FRAUD - Officers responded to Kent St for a report of fraud. The reporting party stated they received notification about a change on their phone bill and a new purchase, that was done without their knowledge or consent. The matter is under investigation.

Friday, December 17

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers were called to Longwood Av for a report of a package theft. The reporting party stated they received notification that the item was delivered, but they never received it. The matter is under investigation.

LARCENY - Officers took a report of a larceny of a license plate. The reporting party stated they had  parked the car in a lot and later discovered the license plate had been removed. The matter is under investigation.

Saturday, December 18

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers responded to Freeman St for a report of a package theft. The reporting party stated that two packages had been taken from their residence. The matter is under investigation.

FRAUD - Officers were called to Beacon St for a report of fraud. The reporting party stated they lost their wallet and later received notification that their credit card had been used in a purchase. The matter is under investigation.

Sunday, December 19

FOUND PROPERTY - An individual came to the station to turn in car keys that were found in the area of Winthrop Square. They will be kept at the station for safe keeping.

LARCENY - Officers took a report of a larceny of a wallet. The reporting party stated they realized their wallet was missing when they received notification of a fraudulent purchase made on their credit card. The matter is under investigation.

LARCENY - Officers took a report of a larceny on Boylston St. The reporting party stated they noticed property missing from a unit they were renting. The matter is under investigation.

December 13, 2021

Monday, December 6

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers were called to Beacon St for a report of a package theft. The reporting party stated they received email confirmation of the delivery, but the package was gone when they went to collect it. The matter is under investigation.

FRAUD - Officers responded to Addington Rd for a report of a scam. The reporting party stated they were in contact with an individual, who advised them to invest money into an online currency website. The matter is under investigation.

FOUND PROPERTY - Officers were called to Washington St for a report of found driver's license. It was taken to the station for safe keeping.

LARCENY - Officers responded to Mason Tr for a report of a theft. The reporting party stated they secured their headphones to a charging station and returned to find them missing. The matter is under investigation.

Tuesday, December 7

ASSAULT - Officers were called to Harvard St for a report of an assault that just occurred. The victim stated they were standing on the sidewalk when an unknown individual struck them in the back of the head then proceeded down the street without any further interaction. The matter is under investigation.

SHOPLIFTING - Officers responded to Harvard St for a report of shoplifting. The reporting party stated they witnessed an individual conceal items in a reusable bag then leave the store without paying. The matter is under investigation.

Wednesday, December 8

ANIMAL BITE - Officers received a report of a past dog bite on Gerry Rd. It was reported that a dog followed and bit someone. Officers were provided the dog's medical records, and the owner was issued a citation.

CAR BREAK - Officers were called to Harvard St for a report of a breaking and entering of a motor vehicle. The reporting party stated property was missing from their car, which had been parked on the street. The matter is under investigation.

FOUND PROPERTY - Officers found a wallet in the area of Marion St and brought it to the station for safekeeping.

MALICIOUS DAMAGE - Officers responded to Beacon St for a report of suspicious activity. The reporting party stated they observed that the front window of a store was broken. The matter is under investigation.

BURGLARY - Officers were called to Tappan St for a report of a burglary. The reporting party stated they returned home to discover several rooms had been rummaged through and property appeared to be missing. The matter is under investigation.

Thursday, December 9

CAR BREAK - Officers took a report of a breaking and entering of a motor vehicle that occurred on Harvard St. The reporting party stated they left their car unlocked in a parking lot and later discovered property had been stolen from their vehicle. The matter is under investigation.

Friday, December 10

ANIMAL BITE - Officers responded to Gerry Rd for a report of a dog bite. The victim stated they were passing a dog that was secured on a leash out front when the dog suddenly bit them. The owner was issued a citation.

LARCENY - Officers were called to Harvard St for a report of a larceny. The reporting party stated an individual filled their gas tank and left without paying. The matter is under investigation.

Saturday, December 11

FRAUD - Officers responded to Pleasant St for a report of fraud. The reporting party stated they were in contact with an individual on Instagram, who had assumed their friend's identity. The impersonator told the victim to contact a third party to receive a federal grant but first had to spend a processing fee through gift cards. The matter is under investigation.

CAR BREAK - Officers were called to Pond Av for a report of a breaking and entering of a motor vehicle. The reporting party stated they parked their vehicle in a garage and later noticed property was missing. The matter is under investigation.

CAR BREAK - Officers responded to Harvard St for a report of a breaking and entering of a motor vehicle. The reporting party stated they left their car unlocked in a parking lot and later noticed property was missing. The matter is under investigation.

Sunday, December 12

SHOPLIFTING - Officers were called to Harvard St for multiple reports of shoplifting. The suspect was identified and will be summonsed to court.

LARCENY - Officers responded to Harvard St for a report of a stolen purse. The reporting party stated they left their bag unattended in a shopping cart and returned to find it missing. The matter is under investigation.

ATTEMPTED BURGLARY - Officers were called to Amory St for a report of an attempted burglary. An individual was seen trying to gain entry into a shop but left without incident when they failed. The matter is under investigation.

December 6, 2021

Monday, November 29

ASSAULT - Officers were called to Asheville Rd for a report of an assault. There was a verbal altercation between two individuals, and it escalated when one man struck the other in the face. After speaking with the parties present, officers identified the individual responsible. The matter is closed.

SHOPLIFTING - Officers responded to Harvard St for a report of shoplifting. The individual was apprehended and will be summonsed to court.

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers were called to Pleasant St for a report of past package thefts. The matter is under investigation.

FRAUD - Officers responded to Hammond Pond Pk for a report of credit card fraud. The reporting party stated they found multiple charges on their credit statement, made without their knowledge or consent. The matter is under investigation.

LARCENY - Officers took a report for a theft on Warren St. The reporting party stated property was taken from their room. The matter is under investigation.

Tuesday, November 30

CAR BREAK - Officers were called to Babcock St for a report of a breaking and entering of a motor vehicle. The reporting party stated they found their car in disarray and noticed property missing. The matter is under investigation.

FRAUD - Officers responded to Beacon St for a report of check fraud. The reporting party stated they discovered checks had been altered and cashed for a different amount, without their knowledge or consent. The matter is under investigation.

LARCEY - Officers were called to Thorndike St for a report of a stolen mobile phone. The matter is under investigation.

Wednesday, December 1

BIKE THEFT - Officers responded to Pond Av for a report of a bike theft. The reporting party stated they witnessed a male individual testing a bike's lock and later discovered that three bikes were missing from the location. The matter is under investigation.

BIKE THEFT - Officers were called to Boylston St for a report of a bike theft. The reporting party stated they locked their bike to a bike rack but discovered it was missing this morning. The matter is under investigation.

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers responded to Beacon St for a report of a package theft. The reporting party stated they received notification of the package's delivery, but it was gone when they went to collect it. The matter is under investigation.

Thursday, December 2

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers were called to Worthington Rd for a report of a package theft. The reporting party stated they found their packages had been opened and the contents removed. The matter is under investigation.

LARCENY - Officers responded to a report of a theft of town property in the area of Naples Rd. The reporting party stated they witnessed three individuals with street signs, trespassing across their property. The matter is under investigation.

GRAFFITI - Officers were called to Gardner Path for a report of graffiti.

Friday, December 3

MALICIOUS DAMAGE - Officers were called to Thorndike St. The reporting party stated they observed significant damage done to a window overnight. The matter is under investigation.

LARCENY - Officers responded to Tappan St for a report of a past theft of property. The reporting party stated their holiday decorations were removed from their property. The matter is under investigation.

LARCENY - Officers were called to Sumner Rd for a report of a past theft of property. The reporting party stated their holiday decorations were removed from their property. The matter is under investigation.

Saturday, December 4

MALICIOUS DAMAGE - Officers took a report of past malicious damage that occurred on Beaconsfield Rd. The matter is under investigation.

LARCENY - Officers were called to Blake Rd for a report of a past theft of property. The reporting party stated their holiday decorations were removed from their property. The matter is under investigation.

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers responded to the area of Strathmore Rd and Clinton Path for a report of possible package thefts. Officers came across four individuals matching the description given by the reporting party, apprehended them, and returned the stolen property.

Sunday, December 5

BIKE THEFT - Officers were called to John St for a report of a bike theft. The reporting party stated they stored their bike in a common area of their residence and discovered it was missing. The matter is under investigation.

November 29, 2021

Monday, November 22

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers were called to St Paul St for a report of a package theft. The reporting party stated that they received notifications that the packages arrived, but they were not able to find them on the property. The matter is under investigation.

PURSE THEFT - Officers responded to Harvard St for a report of a larceny. The reporting party stated they left their purse in a shopping cart and returned to it missing. The matter is under investigation.

FRAUD - Officers were called to Beacon St for a report of ID fraud. The reporting party stated they received notice that loans had been taken out under their name without their consent or knowledge. The matter is under investigation.

Tuesday, November 23

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers responded to Kent St for a report of package thefts. The reporting party stated they witnessed an individual rummaging through packages in their apartment's vestibule. When the individual left, they noticed packages had been opened and their recent delivery was also missing. The matter is under investigation.

Wednesday, November 24

BAT EXPOSURE - Officers were contacted by an individual who discovered a bat inside their residence. The police took custody of it to submit for rabies testing.

FOUND PROPERTY - Officers responded to the Longwood MBTA station for a report of an unattended package. Upon arrival, they discovered it was a lunch bag and took it to the police station for safe keeping.

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers were called to Vernon St for a report of a past package theft. The matter is under investigation.

Thursday, November 25

FRAUD - Officers took a report of fraudulent use of a credit card. The reporting party stated they received notification their bank card was used online, without their knowledge or consent. The matter is under investigation.

FRAUD - Officers were called to Gardner Rd for a report of identity theft. The reporting party said they received a letter stating their unemployment benefits were approved, despite the fact they never applied. The matter is under investigation.

Friday, November 26

MALICIOUS DAMAGE - Officers responded to Linden Pl for a report of malicious damage. An individual was witnessed throwing a metal object through a window of a building. The individual was identified and was arrested due to outstanding warrants. 

FRAUD - Officers took a report of identity theft. The reporting party said they received a letter stating their unemployment benefits were approved, despite the fact they never applied. The matter is under investigation.

Saturday, November 27

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers were called to Alton Pl for a report of a past package theft. The matter is under investigation.

Sunday, November 28

SHOPLIFTING - Officers responded to Harvard St for a report of shoplifting. The reporting party stated they witnessed an individual conceal items on their persons then left without paying. Officers apprehended the individual, placed them under arrest due to outstanding warrants, and recovered the items.

November 22, 2021

Monday, November 15

FRAUD - Officers responded to Stedman St for a report of fraud. The reporting party stated they had lost their wallet and were receiving notifications of fraudulent charges on their credit card. The matter is under investigation.

ASSAULT - Officers were called to the area of Wallis Rd and Wolcott Rd for a report of a dispute that turned physical. An individual witnessed a violation of a town by-law and attempted to take photographic evidence, and the second individual confronted them and began a physical altercation. After speaking with the parties involved, officers concluded that the responsible party will be summonsed to court for simple assault.

FRAUD - Officers responded to Babcock St for a report of fraud. The reporting party stated they found unauthorized fraudulent charges on their bank account. The matter is under investigation.

LARCENY - Officers were called to Clafin Rd for a report of a theft. The matter is under investigation.

SHOPLIFTING - Officers responded to Washington St for a report of past shoplifting. The reporting party stated they witnessed an individual hide items in a duffel bag and then leave without paying. The matter is under investigation.

Tuesday, November 16

FRAUD - Officers were called to Amory St for a report of fraud. The reporting party stated they received notification that bank accounts had been opened under their name, without their knowledge or consent. The matter is under investigation.

CAR BREAK - Officers responded to Beacon St for a report of a breaking and entering of a motor vehicle. The reporting party stated they parked their car on the street and returned to find the contents of the glove box strewn about and property missing. The matter is under investigation.

FRAUD - Officers were called to Warwick Rd for a past report of fraud. The reporting party stated they posted boots for sale online and the buyer sent a large check as payment, asking them to Venmo the remaining balance. When they tried to deposit the check, they were notified that it was fraudulent. The matter is under investigation.

Wednesday, November 17

FRAUD - Officers responded to Kilsyth Rd for a report of fraud. The reporting party stated they received notification about the activation of their unemployment benefits, which was filed under their name without their knowledge or consent. The matter is under investigation.

CAR BREAK - Officers were called to Village Way for a report of a past car break. The reporting party stated property was removed from their vehicle overnight. The matter is under investigation.

SHOPLIFTING - Officers responded to Beacon St for a report of past shoplifting. The reporting party stated that, on multiple occasions, an individual entered the store and concealed property in their jacket before leaving without paying. The matter is under investigation.

Thursday, November 18

LARCENY - Officers were called to Walnut St for a report of a past theft. The reporting party stated property went missing from their residence. The matter is under investigation.

LARCENY - Officers responded to Ivy St for a report of a theft. The reporting party stated they set their suitcase down and returned to find it missing. The matter is under investigation.

LARCENY - Officers were called to Beacon St for a report of a theft. The reporting party stated they left their purse behind and returned to find it missing. The matter is under investigation.

Friday, November 19

BIKE THEFT - Officers responded to Harvard Av for a report of a bike theft. The reporting party stated the bike was secured outside but they noticed it missing. The matter is under investigation.

FRAUD - Officers were called to Marion St for a report of check fraud. The reporting party stated they received notifications from the bank about suspicious activity, and after checking their statements, they found check had been altered and deposited without their knowledge or consent. The matter is under investigation.

Saturday, November 20

FOUND PROPERTY - An individual turned in US currency that was found on the sidewalk at the corner of Chestnut and Prince St. It has been taken to the station for safe keeping.

November 15, 2021

Monday, November 8

ANIMAL VIOLATION - Officers found a dog running loose down Heath St. A citation has been issued.

ABANDONNED PROPERTY - Officers responded to Beacon St, Washington St, Harvard St, and Pleasant St for reports of abandoned bikes. They have been taken to the station due to their tag warnings expiring. 

BIKE THEFT - Officers were called to Lancaster Tr for a report of bike theft. The reporting party stated they secured their bike to their vehicle's bike rack, but they later returned to find the lock broken and bike gone. The matter is under investigation.

ARSON - Officers were contacted about a fire inside the Winthrop Square Park. It was set inside a child's plastic toy wagon and was extinguished before it could spread or do any damage. The matter has been referred to the Community Service Department.

Tuesday, November 9

SCAM - Officers responded to Williston Rd for a report of a scam. The reporting party stated that they were contacted by an individual on a dating app and that the individual wanted to send checks in exchange for banking credit. The matter is under investigation.

Wednesday, November 10

GRAFFITI - Officers were called to Mary's St for a report of graffiti. The reporting party stated they returned in the morning to find it had been tagged. The matter has been referred to the Community Service Department.

GRAFFITI - Officers responded to Harvard St for a report of graffiti. The matter has been referred to the Community Service Department.

FRAUD - Officers were called to Beacon St for a report of a fraud by check. The reporting party stated they received notification that a check had been altered and cashed without their knowledge or consent. The matter is under investigation.

BIKE THEFT - Officers responded to Aspinwall Av for a report of a bike theft. The reporting party stated they had secured their bike to the rear porch but returned to find it and the lock missing. The matter is under investigation.

MALICIOUS DAMAGE - Officers were called to Harvard St for a report of malicious damage. The reporting party stated they witnessed a group of youths vandalizing property in the alleyway. The matter is under investigation.

Thursday, November 11

MV THEFT - Officers responded to High St for a report of a theft of a motor vehicle. The reporting party stated they returned to where they parked their car to find it missing. The vehicle has since been located. The matter is under investigation.

LARCENY - Officers were called to Beacon St for a report of a larceny. The reporting party stated items were removed from the property. The matter is under investigation.

FRAUD - Officers were contacted about an internet scam. The reporting party stated they were in contact with an individual online, who encouraged them to invest in a cryptocurrency through a provided link. The matter is under investigation.

FOUND PROPERTY - Officers were contacted about an abandoned bicycle on Lancaster Tr. The bike has been taken to the station for safekeeping.

LARCENY - Officers responded to Woodland Rd for a report of a larceny. The reporting party stated they noticed items missing from their home. The matter is under investigation.

Friday, November 12

BIKE THEFT - Officers were called to Freeman St for a report of a bike theft. The reporting party stated they had left their bike secured to a bike rack but noticed it missing. The matter is under investigation.

PICKPOCKET - Officers took a report of a larceny. The reporting party stated they realized property had been removed from their person's. The matter is under investigation.

LARCENY - Officers took a report of a larceny. The reporting party stated they had left their phone behind, and when they went to retrieve it, it was gone. The matter is under investigation.

Saturday, November 13

MV THEFT - Officers responded to Commonwealth Av for a report of a stolen motor vehicle. The reporting party stated they left their vehicle unlocked and returned to find it missing. The matter is under investigation.

ATTEMPTED FRAUD - Officers were called to Beacon St for the attempted use of a forged check. The reporting party stated an individual attempted to use a check to make purchases, and when the check was declined and the employee challenged the transaction, the individual left.

Sunday, November 14

CAR BREAK - Officers took a report of a car break that occurred on Kent St. The reporting party stated they noticed their car had been rummaged through and property removed. The matter is under investigation.

November 8, 2021

Monday, November 1

FRAUD - Officers took a report of a scam. The reporting party stated they received a call from an individual claiming to be from Amazon and that there was a problem with their account. The individual requested payment through gift cards in exchange for fixing the issue. The matter is under investigation.

BIKE THEFT - Officers were called to Clinton Rd for a report of a bike theft. The reporting party stated they secured it to a bike rack but returned to find the lock cut and bike missing. The matter is under investigation.

ATTEMPTED ROBBERY - Officers were called to the corner of Clarence St and Thorndike St for a report of an attempted robbery. The victims stated a male individual claimed to have a firearm and demanded they drop their money. The victims fled, unharmed. The matter is under investigation.

Tuesday, November 2

FRAUD - Officers responded to Harvard St for a report of a fraudulent use by check. The reporting party stated that they discovered checks had been altered in amount and to unknown persons without their knowledge or consent. The matter is under investigation.

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers were called to St. Paul St for a report of package thefts. The reporting party stated they received notification of the packages' deliveries, but they were gone when they went to collect them. The matter is under investigation.

FRAUD - Officers responded to Elm St for a report of a scam. The reporting party stated they were contacted by an individual claiming to be from Apple Support. The individual directed them to purchase gift cards and share the codes on the back. The matter is under investigation.

FOUND PROPERTY - An individual turned in a cellphone found at the intersection of Winthrop Rd and Gardner Rd. It will be kept at the station for safe keeping.

FOUND PROPERTY - Officers found an abandoned, unsecured bike on Beacon St and took it to the station for safe keeping.

BIKE THEFT - Officers were called to Boylston St for a report of a bike theft. The reporting party stated they had left the bike inside the building, but when they returned, it was gone. The matter is under investigation.

FOUND PROPERTY - Officers found an abandoned bicycle on Beacon St and took it to the station for safe keeping.

Wednesday, November 3

MALICIOUS DAMAGE - Officers were called to Browne St for a report of vandalism. The reporting party stated they found paint and tar had been poured on the floor of a building. The matter is under investigation.

BIKE THEFT - Officers responded to Paine Ct for a report of a bike theft. The reporting party stated they left the bike on their lawn and returned to find it missing. The matter is under investigation.

Thursday, November 4

FRAUD - Officers were called to Dwight St for a report of ID fraud. The reporting party stated they received a notification about a loan application made without their knowledge or consent. The matter is under investigation.

FRAUD - Officers responded to Beacon St for a report of ID fraud. The reporting party stated they received notification that credit cards were opened under their name without their knowledge or consent. The matter is under investigation.

Friday, November 5

FRAUD - Officers were called to Griggs Rd for a report of a fraudulent use of a check. The reporting party stated that, when checking their bank statements, they noticed some checks had been altered and cashed without their knowledge or consent. The matter is under investigation.

FRAUD - Officers were called to Perry St for a report of a fraudulent use of a check. The reporting party stated that, when checking their bank statements, they noticed some checks had been altered and cashed without their knowledge or consent. The matter is under investigation.

CAR BREAK - Officers were called to Egmont St for a report of a breaking and entering of a motor vehicle. The reporting party stated they parked the vehicle on the street and noticed property missing when they returned. The matter is under investigation.

Saturday, November 6

CAR BREAK - Officers responded to St Paul St for a report of a breaking and entering of a motor vehicle. The reporting party stated they had left their vehicle unlocked in the garage and returned to find items from the console and glove box scattered around the car. The matter is under investigation.

Sunday, November 7

FRAUD - Officers were called to Wallis Rd for a report of fraud. The reporting party stated they received a pop-up notification for an electronic currency app and were contacted by an individual claiming to be help and support. The individual asked for banking information. The matter is under investigation. 

FOUND PROPERTY - An individual came into the station with a phone they found in Washington Square. It will be kept at the station for safe keeping.

November 1, 2021

 Monday, October 25

MALICIOUS DAMAGE - Officers took a report for malicious damage. The reporting party stated they returned to their vehicle to find a nail in the tire and the side having been keyed. The matter is under investigation.

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers responded to Ivy St for a report of a package theft. The reporting party stated they never received the package, although Fedex stated it had arrived. The matter is under investigation.

MALICIOUS DAMAGE - Officers took a report for malicious damage on Monmouth St. The reporting party shared that they returned to their vehicle to find the rear door bent and scratched. The matter is under investigation.

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers were called to University Rd for a report of a package theft. The reporting party stated they witnessed a package being taken from their property. The matter is under investigation.

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers apprehended an individual who took several packages from Fuller St and Commonwealth Av. They have been placed under arrest.

Tuesday, October 26

DOG BITE - Animal Control took a report of a dog bite near the intersection of Clark Rd and Dean Rd. The reporting party stated they were passing an individual and their dog when the dog jumped up and bit them on the arm. The matter is under investigation.

Wednesday, October 27

SHOPLIFTING - Officers were called to Commonwealth Av for a report of a shoplifting. The reporting party stated they witnessed an individual rip a display product from the wall and leave the store. The matter is under investigation.

Thursday, October 28

FRAUD - Officers took a report of an online scam. The reporting party stated they were contacted through Facebook about purchasing stock. The matter is under investigation.

ATTEMPTED BURGLARY - Officers were called to Thornton Rd for a report of a suspicious person. The reporting party stated they saw an individual attempting to open a window but fled when confronted. The matter is under investigation.

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers responded to a call on St Paul St for a report of a package theft. The reporting party stated they received notification of the delivery, but the package was gone when they went to collect it. The matter is under investigation.

Friday, October 29

CAR BREAK - Officers took a report of a car break, which occurred at an unknown location. The reporting party stated they realized property was missing from inside the vehicle. The matter is under investigation.

BURGLARY - Officers responded to Browne St for a report of a burglary. The reporting party stated that they returned home to find property missing. The matter is under investigation.

MALICIOUS DAMAGE - Officers were called to Linden St for a report of malicious damage to a building. The reporting party stated they heard a popping noise and, when they went to investigate, found a window in their residence had been shattered, hearing individuals outside on the street. The matter is under investigation.

Saturday, October 30

FRAUD - Officers took a report of fraud. The reporting party stated they purchased an item from an online website, but the item never arrived. They were advised to monitor their account for any fraudulent charges. 

CAR BREAK - Officers were called to Babcock St for a report of a larceny from a motor vehicle. The reporting party stated they discovered their car had been rummaged through overnight and property had been removed. The matter is under investigation.

MALICIOUS DAMAGE - Officers took a report of malicious damage. The reporting party stated they discovered their car had been keyed overnight. The matter is under investigation.

CAR BREAK - Officers were called to Babcock St for a report of a larceny from a motor vehicle. The reporting party stated they discovered their car had been rummaged through and property had been removed. The matter is under investigation.

Sunday, October 31

SHOPLIFTING - Officers responded to Commonwealth Av for a report of shoplifting. The reporting party stated they witnessed an individual cut off security tags and flee the store without paying. The matter is under investigation.

MALICIOUS DAMAGE - Officers took a series of reports of malicious damages on Naples Rd. The reporting parties stated they heard and saw a group of individuals running through backyards and the street, resulting in broken or damaged property. The matter is under investigation.

October 25, 2021

Monday, October 18

BIKE THEFT - Officers were called to Harvard St for a report of a bike theft. The reporting party stated they left their bike outside the store and returned to it missing. The matter is under investigation.

Tuesday, October 19

ANIMAL VIOLATION - Officers took a report of a dog off leash on Boylston St. The reporting party stated the dog wanders across neighboring property. The owner has been issued a citation and will be summonsed to court.

ATTEMPTED BURGLARY - Officers responded to a call on Chatham St regarding an attempted breaking and entering of a residence. The reporting party stated a male individual was looking in windows and trying to open the doors. The matter is under investigation.

LARCENY - Officers were called to Verndale St for a report of a larceny. The reporting party stated they returned to their home to find property missing. The matter is under investigation.

PURSE THEFT - Officers responded to a call on Harvard St for a report of a purse theft. The reporting party stated they were sitting at a table when an individual snatched their purse from behind. The purse has been recovered. The matter is under investigation.

Wednesday, October 20

ATTEMPTED BURGLARY - Officers were called to Lawrence Rd for a report of an attempted burglary. The reporting party stated they saw a male individual open their garage and go through their property, although the individual fled without taking anything. He has been placed under arrest for attempted breaking and entering.

Thursday, October 21

MALICIOUS DAMAGE - Officers responded to a call on Beacon St for a report of malicious damage to a store. The reporting party stated they founded glue in the lock, as well as around the door and on the floor of the entry way. The matter is under investigation.

SCAM - Officers were called to Browne St for a report of an online scam. The reporting party stated they were attempting to buy tickets online when an individual offered tickets in exchange for payment over Venmo. After the payment was sent, the individual claimed the app had taken a transfer fee and demanded more money. The matter is under investigation.

Friday, October 22

FRAUD - Officers responded to a report of a fraud on Winchester St. The reporting party stated they received notice about an unknown and unauthorized withdrawal from an account. The matter is under investigation.

FRAUD - Officers took a report for identity fraud on Fuller St. The reporting party stated that they were notified that their social security number had been used to fraudulently open an account in another state. They were advised to monitor their personal accounts and contact the Social Security Fraud Hotline. The matter is under investigation.

LARCENY - Officers were called to Bradford Tr for a report of a larceny. The reporting party stated they left property unattended while they went inside a building, and when they returned, the property was gone. The matter is under investigation.

GRAFFITI - Officers were contacted about graffiti on Clafin Rd. The matter has been referred to the Community Service Department.

FOUND PROPERTY - An individual came to the station to turn in an iPhone they found on Brookline Pl. It will be kept at the station for safe keeping.

Saturday, October 23

ASSAULT - Officers were called to Boylston St for a report of an assault. The victim stated they were involved in a minor car accident with another individual and had pulled over to exchange information. The individual grew irate and defensive, grabbing the victim by the collar and punching them. They then fled the scene. The matter is under investigation.

 

Sunday, October 24

FRAUD - Officers responded to a call on Beacon St for a report of a fraud. The reporting party stated they were contacted by an individual claiming to be able to reimburse their Eversource account. The matter is under investigation. 

October 19, 2021

Monday, October 11

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers were called to Village Way for a report of package thefts. The reporting party stated they were awakened by sounds outside and noticed two individuals opening packages outside. The matter is under investigation.

MV THEFT - Officers responded to a report of a theft of a motorcycle on Winchester St. The reporting party stated they left the motorcycle outside and noticed it missing. It has since been located. The matter is under investigation.

CAR BREAK - Officers were called to Longwood Av for a report of a breaking and entering of a motor vehicle. The reporting party stated they found the center console and glove box emptied inside the vehicle, although nothing appeared to be missing. The matter is under investigation. 

CAR BREAK - Officers responded to Beacon St for a report of a breaking and entering of a motor vehicle. The reporting party stated they noticed the car had been rummaged through and items were missing. The matter is under investigation.

Tuesday, October 12

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers were called to Eliot Av for a report of a package theft. The reporting party stated they received confirmation of the delivery, but it was gone by the time they returned home. The matter is under investigation.

MV THEFT - Officers received a report of a motor vehicle theft on Commonwealth Av. The matter is under investigation.

FOUND PROPERTY - Officers responded to Boylston St for a report of abandoned bicycles. They have been taken to the station for safe keeping.

Wednesday, October 13

FRAUD - Officers were called to Longwood Av for a report of a fraud. The reporting party stated they received a call from an individual claiming they were a customer representative from Amazon and that there was a problem with the party's account. They requested the party buy gift cards and give them the codes. The matter is under investigation. 

FRAUD - Officers took a report for a past larceny and forgery. The reporting party stated a check had been taken from their checkbook then later cashed. The matter is under investigation.

Thursday, October 14

FRAUD - Officers took a report for a past fraud. The reporting party stated a check had been cashed without their knowledge or permission. The matter is under investigation.

LARCENY - Officers were called to Gerry Rd for a report of a larceny. The reporting party stated they secured items in a storage box, and when they returned, the box had been pried opened and the property removed. The matter is under investigation.

SHOPLIFTING - Officers responded to a call on Commonwealth Av for a report of shoplifting. The reporting party stated that they witnessed an individual conceal items on their persons and then leave the store. The individual has been placed under arrest.

Friday, October 15

FRAUD - Officers were called to Cypress St for a report of a past fraud. The reporting party stated an individual fraudulently used a credit card, reading out the numbers after the chip was denied several times. The matter is under investigation

FRAUD - Officers responded to a call on Marion St for a report of a fraud. The reporting party stated that they were notified that their social security number was used to open a bank account without their knowledge or permission. The matter is under investigation.

Saturday, October 16

LARCENY - Officers were called to Harvard St for a report of a past larceny. The reporting party stated that they left their bag unattended on a table, and when they returned, it was gone. The matter is under investigation.

SHOPLIFTING - Officers responded to Harvard St for a report of shoplifting. The reporting party stated an individual was witnessed concealing items in multiple bags, and when they were confronted, they fled with most of the items. The matter is under investigation.

Sunday, October 17

ATTEMPTED ROBBERY - Officers were called to Beacon St for an attempted robbery. The victim stated an individual approached them from behind, pulled out a knife, and demanded their belongings. The suspect then kicked the victim and fled without taking any property. The matter is under investigation.

October 12, 2021

Monday, October 4

SCOOTER THEFT - Officers responded to a report of a motorized scooter theft on Sewall Av. The reporting party stated they had secured it to a tree but returned to find it missing. The matter is under investigation.

FRAUD - Officers received a report of a fraud on Cottage St. The reporting party shared that they received an alert from their bank stating their card had been used in a fraudulent purchase. The matter is under investigation.

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers took a report of a package theft that occurred on St Paul St. The reporting party stated they received an email confirmation of the delivery, but the package was gone by the time they returned. The matter is under investigation.

Tuesday, October 5

FRAUD - Officers took a report of a fraud by check. The reporting party stated they checked their bank statement and noticed a check had been cashed for a different amount. The matter is under investigation.

FRAUD - Officers were called to Harrison St for a report of a scam. The reporting party stated they received a letter offering a reduced price for student loans in exchange for down payment and personal information. The matter is under investigation.

FRAUD - Officers were called to Harvard St for a report of a scam. The reporting party shared that they received an email claiming their computer and phone lines had been compromised and that, in order to fix the problem, they would need to pay an amount in various gift cards. The matter is under investigation.

Wednesday, October 6

SHOPLIFTING - Officers responded to a report of a shoplifting that occurred on Commonwealth Av. The reporting party witnessed an individual attempt to leave without paying. The individual had been apprehended.

CAR BREAK - Officers were called to Marion St regarding a breaking and entering of a motor vehicle. The reporting party stated they noticed property missing after leaving their car overnight. The matter is under investigation.

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers responded to a call on St Paul St for a report of a package theft. The reporting party stated they received confirmation of the delivery, but it was gone when they arrived. The matter is under investigation.

Thursday, October 7

BIKE THEFT - Officers took a report of a bike theft on Egmont St. The matter is under investigation.

GRAFFITI - Officers were called to Babcock St for a report of graffiti on the property. The matter is has been referred to the Community Service Department.

Friday, October 8

LARCENY - Officers responded to a call on Eliot Av for a report of a wallet theft. The matter is under investigation.

Saturday, October 9

FRAUD - Officers took a report of a fraud. The victim stated that they received an email that said to use a number provided to contact Apple about a potential issue with their account. The individual claimed to be from Apple and asked for banking details. The matter is under investigation.

FRAUD - Officers were called to Lancaster Tr for a report of a fraud. The victim shared that they received notice from the Unemployment office about a claim, and they were advised to contact the Social Security Fraud Hotline. The matter is under investigation.

BIKE THEFT - Officers responded to a call on Alton Pl for a past bike theft. The reporting party stated that the bike had been secured via the front tire, but the tire had been removed and the bike stolen. The matter is under investigation.

Sunday, October 10

BURGLARY - Officers were called to Webster St for a report of a burglary. The individual was found and will be summonsed to court.

BIKE THEFT - Officers responded to a call on Davis Av for a report of a past bike theft. The reporting party stated that the bike had been secured via the front tire, but the tire had been removed and the bike stolen. The matter is under investigation.

October 4, 2021

Monday, September 27

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers responded to a report of a package theft on Beacon St. The reporting party received an email confirmation of the delivery, but the package was gone by the time they went to collect it. The matter is under investigation.

FOUND PROPERTY - Officers were contacted about a report of found property on University Rd. They took the keys to the station for safe keeping.

FRAUD - Officers responded to a call on Brook street about ID fraud. The reporting party stated they received a letter regarding an unemployment claim made in their name. They were advised to monitor their accounts. The matter is under investigation.

Tuesday, September 28

FRAUD - Officers were called to Jordan Rd for a report of fraud. The reporting party stated they received an alert from the bank about a possible fraudulent check. They were advised, and the matter is under investigation.

FRAUD - Officers responded to Crafts Rd for a report of ID fraud. The reporting party stated they received mail regarding a fraudulent bank account in their name. They were advised, and the matter is under investigation.

Wednesday, September 29

ATTEMPTED BURGLARY - Officers were called to Kent St for a report of an attempted breaking and entering. The individual was apprehended and placed under arrest.

FRAUD - Officers responded to Carlton St for a report of a fraud. The reporting period stated they received a call from an individual threatening legal action for false charges and demanding the victim's information. They have been advised. The matter is under investigation.

BURGLARY - Officers responded to a report of a burglary on Babcock St. The victim shared that they returned home to find the door unlocked, the rooms rummaged through, and property missing. The matter is under investigation.

ASSAULT - Officers responded to a call of a dispute between two individuals on Blake Rd. They addressed both parties and determined they would be summonsed to court.

Thursday, September 30

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers were called to Babcock St for a report of a package theft. The reporting party stated that they received email and verbal confirmation that their package had been delivered, but it was gone by the time they went to get it. The matter is under investigation.

FRAUD - Officers responded to Walnut St for a past fraud report. The reporting party stated that their card had been used without their knowledge or authority. They have been advised to notify reporting agencies and monitor their account for further fraudulent activity. The matter is under investigation.

LICENSE PLATE THEFT - Officers received a report for a theft of a license plate on Holly La. The matter is under investigation.

Friday, October 1

SHOPLIFTING - Officers were called to Beacon St for a report of a past shoplifting. The reporting party stated an individual entered the store and began placing items in a bag while an accomplice kept watch. They left the store without incident. The matter is under investigation.

Saturday, October 2

LARCENY - Officers responded to Beacon St for a report of a theft of a bag. The reporting party shared that they left the bag outside and returned to find it missing. The matter is under investigation.

FRAUD - Officers received a report of a fraud by check. The reporting party stated they noticed a check had been altered and cashed. The matter is under investigation.

SHOPLIFTING - Officers were called to Harvard St for a report of a shoplifting. The reporting party stated an individual entered the store, concealed items on their person, and attempted to leave without paying. When an employee confronted them, the individual began swearing and walked out without stopping. The matter is under investigation.

SCAM - Officers received a report of an online scam. The reporting party stated they received threatening texts and demands for payments over bitcoin. The matter is under investigation.

Sunday, October 3

LARCENY - Officers were called to Tappan St for a report of a larceny of town property. It was discovered that the street sign had been removed. The matter is under investigation.

September 27, 2021

Monday, September 20

SHOPLIFTING - Officers responded to a call on Harvard St regarding a shoplifting incident. The matter is under investigation.

BIKE THEFT - Officers were called to Naples Rd for a report of a bike theft. The reporting party shared it had been in the driveway, when it went missing. The matter is under investigation.

BIKE THEFT - Officers responded to a call on Marion St for a report of a bike theft. The reporting party stated they had secured the bike to a bike rack and that both the bike and lock were missing. The matter is under investigation.

LARCENY - Officers were called to Webster St for a report of a stolen purse. The reporting party stated they noticed their purse missing upon returning to their room. The matter is under investigation.

FRAUD - Officers took report of a fraud. The reporting party shared they were contacted by a bank regarding a fraudulent check. They were advised, and the matter is under investigation.

FRAUD - Officers responded to Eliot Av for a report of a fraud. The reporting party shared that, while looking to purchase an item online, the seller requested gift cards as payment but never delivered the item. The matter is under investigation.

Tuesday, September 21

SHOPLIFTING - Officers responded to a call on Harvard St regarding a shoplifting incident. The matter is under investigation.

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers were called to Beacon St for a report of package thefts. The reporting party witnessed an individual placing the contents in a bag and then leaving. The matter is under investigation.

FOUND PROPERTY - Officers were approached by an individual who found an apple watch in the area of Amory Park . The watch was taken to the station for safe keeping.

FRAUD - Officers were called to Washington St for a report of an internet fraud. The victim shared that someone had made several withdrawals online from a bank account. They were advised, and the matter is under investigation.

FRAUD - Officers responded to a call on Aspinwall Av for a report of a fraud. The reporting party shared they received a bill under their name, despite never purchasing or authorizing the account. The matter is under investigation.

Wednesday, September 22

CAR BREAK - Officers responded to a call on Abbottsford Rd for a report of a breaking and entering of an automobile. The reporting party discovered property missing in the morning. The matter is under investigation.

ANIMAL BITE - Animal control was contacted by an individual reporting an incident between two dogs and their owners on Brookline Av. The owner was issued a town by-law citation.

FRAUD - Officers took a report of a fraud. The reporting party shared they were contacted by an individual claiming to be a US Marshall. This individual stated reporting party was a victim of identity theft and would need to send a payment through bitcoin in order to secure a new Social Security Account. The victim was advised to monitor personal information and accounts. The matter is under investigation.

Thursday, September 23

SHOPLIFTING - Officers responded to a call on Commonwealth Ave for a report of shoplifting. The reporting party shared that two individuals entered the store and concealed items in their jacket pockets before leaving. The matter is under investigation.

BURGLARY - Officers were called to Station St regarding a past burglary. The matter is under investigation.

FRAUD - Officers responded to Stetson St for a report of a fraud. The reporting party shared that they received notice that they applied for unemployment benefits. They were advised to report this as a scam and monitor their accounts for fraudulent activity. The matter is under investigation.

FRAUD - Officers were called to Boylston St for a report of a fraud. The reporting party shared that they noticed fraudulent withdrawals from a bank account. They were advised to alert their banks. The matter is under investigation.

Friday, September 24

ASSAULT - Officers responded to a report of an assault on Amory St. Upon arrival, they addressed the parties involved and concluded the guilty party will be summonsed for A&B.

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers were called to Monmouth St for a report of a package theft. The reporting party shared they received an email confirming the delivery, but the package was gone by the time they went to collect it.

Saturday, September 25

BIKE THEFT - Officers responded to St Paul St for a report of a bike theft. The reporting party stated they secured their bike to a bike rack but returned to find the lock cut and the bike gone. The matter is under investigation.

ASSAULT - Officers were called to Boylston St for a report of a past assault. The victim shared they were in their car at a red light when something struck them in the face. They believe the passenger from another vehicle threw an unknown object at them. The matter is under investigation.

Sunday, September 26

FOUND PROPERTY - Officers responded to a call on Francis St for a report of an abandoned bike. It has been taken to the station for safe keeping.

PROPERTY DAMAGE - Officers were called to Harvard St for a report of damage to a building. The reporting party stated they discovered their shop window had been smashed during the night. The matter is under investigation.

ASSAULT - Officers responded to a call in the area of Babcock St and John St for a report of an assault. The responsible party will be summonsed for A&B.

SHOPLIFTING - Officers were called to Commonwealth Ave for a report of shoplifting. The reporting party shared that an individual took items and left without paying. The matter is under investigation.

September 20, 2021

Monday, September 13

BIKE THEFT - Officers were called to Beech Rd for a report of a bike theft. The reporting party stated they found a BlueBike by their shed and their own bikes gone. The matter is under investigation

BIKE THEFT - Officers were called to Coolidge St for a report of a bike theft. The reporting party shared they found an unknown bike at the end of their driveway and that their own bike was missing. The matter is under investigation.

Tuesday, September 14

ASSAULT - Officers responded to call on Browne St for a report of an assault with an attempt to rob. The matter is under investigation.

Wednesday, September 15

BURGLARY - Officers were called to Vernon St regarding a burglary. The reporting party returned home to find the front door unlocked and property missing. Officers are looking into the matter further.

Thursday, September 16

LARCENY - Officers responded to a report of a theft of a purse on Pleasant St. The reporting party shared they had left their purse on the floor. The purse has since been found.

MV THEFT - Officers received a report of a motor vehicle theft on Commonwealth Av. The matter is under investigation.

FOUND PROPERTY - Officers were called to Harvard St for a report of found property and were given a radio. It was taken to the station for safekeeping.

Friday, September 17

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers received a report of a past package theft on Browne St. The reporting party stated they received confirmation of the package's delivery, but it was gone by the time they went to collect it. The matter is under investigation.

Saturday, September 18

CAR BREAK - Officers responded to a report of a car break on Beacon St. The victim shared they found their trunk opened and rummaged through, although nothing appeared to be taken. The matter is under investigation.

Sunday, September 19

LARCENY - Officers were called to Coolidge St regarding a theft of cell phones. The reporting party stated they had left their phone on the sidewalk and returned to find it missing. Officers are looking into the matter further.

September 13, 2021

Monday, September 6

BIKE THEFT - Officers were called to Lawton St for a report of a bike theft. The reporting party shared that they returned home in the morning to find their three bikes, which had been secured with a bike lock, were gone. The matter is under investigation.

MV THEFT - Officers were called to Commonwealth Av for a report of a theft of a motor vehicle. The matter is under investigation.

ASSAULT - Officers responded to a call on Beacon St regarding an assault. The victim reported an individual approached them and attempted to kick them after a verbal interaction. Officers are looking into the matter further.

SHOPLIFTING - Officers responded to a call on Harvard St regarding shoplifting. The individual was apprehended, and the items were returned. 

ROBBERY - Officers were called to Corey Rd for reports of an individual behaving aggressively toward others. They were apprehended and placed under arrest.

Tuesday, September 7

GRAFFITI - Officers were called to Beacon St regarding new graffiti. The reporting party stated there were new tags on the garage walls. The matter is being referred to the community service division.

BIKE THEFT - Officers responded to a call on Egmont St regarding a bike theft. The reporting party shared their bike and the lock had been removed from the bike rack. The matter is under investigation.

Thursday, September 9

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers responded to a call on Babcock St regarding a theft of a package. The reporting party stated they received an email confirmation of the delivery, but one of the two packages was missing by the time they went to collect them. The matter is under investigation.

Friday, September 10

ANIMAL BITE - Officers were called to Freeman street for a report of a dog bite. The dog was confirmed up to date on its vaccinations. The matter has been referred to an animal control officer.

ROBBERY - Officers responded to a report of a robbery on Naples Rd. The victim stated they were approached by two individuals, who then took the victim's phone and wallet. The matter is under investigation.

Sunday, September 12

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers responded to a call on Babcock regarding a package theft. The reporting party stated they received confirmation, but when they went to check, one of the packages was missing. The matter has been resolved.

September 7, 2021

Monday, August 30

LARCENY - Officers responded to Beacon St regarding a theft of auto parts. The reporting party stated they had parked their car at a meter and later found a Catalytic Converter had been removed. The matter is under investigation.

LARCENY - Officers responded to Corey Rd regarding a theft of auto parts. The reporting party stated they noticed a car idling next to their own. Later they found their Catalytic Converter had been removed. The matter is under investigation.

BIKE THEFT - Officers were called to Beacon St regarding a past bike theft. The reporting party shared they had secured their bike outside their residence, but it was gone when they returned. Officers are looking into the matter further.

Tuesday, August 31

BREAKING AND ENTERING - Officers responded to a call on Browne St regarding a breaking and entering. The victim stated they returned home to the door open and property missing. The matter is under investigation.

BIKE THEFT - Officers responded to a call on Littell Rd regarding a bike theft. The victim shared they had secured their bikes to a tree in the rear of the residence. They found the cord lock cut and both bikes missing. One of the bikes, which had a secondary lock around the wheel, has been recovered. Officers are looking into the matter further.

AUTOMOBILE THEFT - Officers were called to Gerry Rd for a report of a theft of a motor vehicle. The victim shared they believed the doors were locked but woke to find their vehicle missing. The matter is under investigation.

Thursday, September 2

DOG BITE -  Officers responded to a report for a past dog bite on Sewall Av. The reporting party stated that while walking towards St. Paul St a dog ran at them and bit them in the leg. 

BIKE THEFT - Officers responded to a call on Longwood Av regarding a bike theft. The victim shared they had stored their bike inside the apartment complex but noticed it missing. Officers are looking into the matter further.

Friday, September 3

CAR BREAK - Officers responded to a report for a breaking and entering of a motor vehicle. The reporting party stated they had parked their car on Harvard St and discovered their wallet had been removed. They were advised to freeze their cards and watch their account for further suspicious activity. The matter is under investigation.

BIKE THEFT - Officers responded to a call on Acron Rd regarding a bike theft. The reporting party shared that their bike was missing from their driveway. The matter is under investigation.

Sunday, September 5

CAR BREAK - Officers responded to a call on Winthrop Rd for a report of a breaking and entering of a motor vehicle. The victim stated they noticed property missing after having left their vehicle unlocked overnight. The matter is under investigation.

August 31, 2021

 Monday, August 23

CAR BREAK -  Officers were called to Wolcott Rd regarding a past car break. The victim shared they noticed the car had been rummaged through and property removed. The matter is under investigation.

GRAFFITI - Officers were called to a local school for a report of graffiti. The matter has been referred to the Brookline PD community service department.

CAR BREAK - Officers responded to a call on Rangeley Rd for a report of a breaking and entering of a motor vehicle. The victim stated they noticed property strewn about the car as well as on the ground nearby, though nothing appeared to be taken. Officers are looking into the matter further.

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers responded to a report of a package theft from Toxteth St. The victim shared they received email and photo confirmation of deliveries, but the packages were gone when they went to collect them. Officers are looking into the matter further.

Tuesday, August 24

LARCENY - Officers were called to Longwood Av regarding a theft of a necklace. The victim shared they were approached by an individual who removed their necklace and gave them fake jewelry in exchange. The matter is under investigation.

SHOPLIFTING - Officers were called to Commonwealth Av for a report of shoplifting. The reporting party witnessed an individual placing items in a reusable bag. They then became irate with employees when they approached and left without paying.

Wednesday, August 25

CAR BREAK -  Officers were called to Aspinwall Av regarding a report of a breaking and entering of a motor vehicle. The victim shared that they found the contents of the central console dumped onto the passenger seat and property missing. Officers are looking into the matter further.

BIKE THEFT - Officers responded to Alton Pl for a report of a bike theft. The victim shared that they left the bike inside the lobby of their building, but it was gone the next morning. Officers are looking into the matter further.

BIKE THEFT -  Officers responded to Linden St for a report of a bike theft. The victim shared that they left their bikes on a bike rack and returned to find one missing. Officers are looking into the matter further.

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers were called to Heath St regarding a theft of a package. The victim shared the package had been confirmed as delivered but was gone by the time they returned home. Officers are looking into the matter further.

Thursday, August 26

BIKE THEFT - Officers responded to Alton Pl regarding a bike theft. The victim shared that they had secured their bike inside the building, but when they returned, it was missing. The matter is under investigation.

Friday, August 27

SCOOTER THEFT - Officers responded to Thorndike St regarding a theft of a motor scooter. The victim stated it was stolen overnight from their driveway. The motor scooter was recovered later that morning.

Saturday, August 28

BURGLARY - Officers responded to a call on Naples St. The victim reported they returned home to find a window open and back door open. Nothing appeared to be taken. Officers are looking into the matter further.

BIKE THEFT - Officers were called to Boylston St regarding a recent bike theft. The victim shared they left their bike outside a business while they went inside. When they returned, their bike was gone. Officers are looking into the matter further.

Sunday, August 29

BURGLARY - Officers responded to a call on Grove St regarding a burglary of a convenience store. Officers are looking into the matter further.

August 23, 2021

Monday, August 16

BAT EXPOSURE - Officers were contacted by an individual who stated they had trapped a bat in their apartment. The police took custody of it to submit for rabies testing.

Tuesday, August 17

SCOOTER THEFT - Officers responded to a call on Beacon St regarding a stolen moped. The victim stated that they had left the moped behind his building overnight and woke to find it missing. Officers are looking in the area for surveillance footage.

BIKE THEFT - Officers responded to a call on Browne St regarding a recent bike theft. The victim found the lock to their storage unit broken and their bike missing. Officers are looking into the matter further.

Wednesday, August 18

CAR BREAK - Officers responded to a call regarding a breaking and entering of a motor vehicle on Kent St. The victim shared that they had left their car parked on the street, and when they returned, property was missing. Officers are looking into the matter further.

FOUND PROPERTY - Officers were called to Harvard St regarding found property. They were given a phone and took it to the station for safe keeping.

Thursday, August 19

FALSE PRETENSE - Officers responded to a call regarding a theft by false pretense. The victim shared they received an email claiming to be from a trusted source and stating their was an issue with a past invoice.

Friday, August 20

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers were called to Centre St regarding a package theft. The victim stated they had received an email and picture confirming the arrival of their package, but the item was gone by the time they went to collect it. 

Saturday, August 21

ANIMAL BITE - Officers were called to Winchester St regarding a dog bite. The victim shared they were walking through the neighborhood when an unleashed dog bit them on the leg. Officers are looking into the matter.

Sunday, August 22

BACKPACK THEFT - Officers were called to Amory Park regarding a recent theft from a backpack. The victim shared that they had left their bag unattended and returned to find an individual rummaging through it. Officers are looking into the matter further.

August 16, 2021

 Monday, August 9

BIKE THEFT - Officers responded to a call regarding a bike theft on Harvard St, where the reporting party shared the bike had been stored in the car port. Officers are looking into the matter further.

BAT EXPOSURE - Officers were contacted by a couple who reported they had trapped a bat that was flying in their bedroom. The police took custody of it to submit for rabies testing.

Tuesday, August 10

FOUND PROPERTY -  Officers found an unattended, unsecured bike at Still St. Due to the frequency of bike thefts in the area, the bike was retrieved for safekeeping.

BAT EXPOSURE - Officers were contacted by an individual who reported they had trapped a bat in their house. The police took custody of it to submit for rabies testing.

Wednesday, August 11

BAT EXPOSURE - Officers were contacted by an individual who reported they returned home to find their cat with a dead bat in its mouth. The cat is reportedly up to date with its shots, and the police took custody of the bat to submit for rabies testing.

Thursday, August 12

ATTEMPTED LARCENY - Officers responded to a call on Beacon St. regarding an attempted larceny of a scooter. The victim stated they found damage done to their scooter and belongings scattered around the garage, although nothing appears to have been taken. Officers are reviewing surveillance footage of the incident.

BIKE THEFT - Officers responded to a call on Harvard St. regarding a bike theft. The victim reported that she had secured her bike with a lock but, upon returning, the bike and lock were gone. Officers are looking into the matter further.

Friday, August 13

AUTOMOBILE THEFT - Officers were called to Winthrop Rd for a theft of a motor vehicle. The victim shared that they had last seen the vehicle the previous night and woke to find it missing. Officers are looking into the matter further.

ATTEMPTED BREAKING AND ENTERING - Officers responded to a call for an attempted breaking and entering of a motor vehicle on Rawson Rd.  The victim shared that they came upon someone rummaging through the vehicle. Nothing appears to have been taken.

SCAM - Officers responded to a claim of a recent scam. The victim shared that they received an email stated they needed renew their computer's operating system and requested a sum sent to a PayPal account. The victim was advised, and officers are looking further into the matter.

BURGLARY - Officers responded to a call regarding a burglary on Beacon St. A witness saw a man break into the store and called the police. Officers are looking for surveillance footage in the area.

Saturday, August 14

BIKE THEFT -  Officers responded to a call regarding a bike theft on Francis St. The victim stated they had secured their bike with a cable lock and returned the next morning to find the lock cut and bike missing. Officers are looking into the matter further.

BREAKING AND ENTERING - Officers responded to a call for a breaking and entering of a motor vehicle on Beacon St.  The victim shared that they observed bags missing from their vehicle upon their return. Officers are looking into the matter further.

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers responded to a call on High St. The victim shared that they received emails confirming the package's delivery, but the packages were gone. Officers are looking at surveillance footage in the area.

Sunday, August 15

GRAFFITI - Officers responded to a call on Beacon St for a report of graffiti tags on a building. 

MOPED THEFT - Officers responded to a call on Beacon St. regarding a reported scooter theft. The victim stated they had secured the moped with a chain, but upon their return, the chain was on the ground, unlocked. Officers are looking into the matter further.

FOUND PROPERTY - Officers responded to a call regarding an abandoned bike missing its seat and pedals. The bike was taken to the station for safekeeping.

August 9, 2021

 Monday, August 2

ASSAULT - Officers responded to a call on Beacon St. at around 10:30 pm. The victims shared that a man confronted them, asking if they wanted to fight, and proceeded to push one of the victims. The suspect then left the area. Officers are checking the area for surveillance footage of the altercation.

Tuesday, August 3

CAR BREAK - Offers responded to a report of a car break on Columbia St. The victim witnessed an individual ride away on a bike that had been stored in their vehicle. Officers were able to apprehend the suspect and return the property.

Wednesday, August 4

FOUND PROPERTY -  Officers were called to the corner of Aspinwall and Brookline Ave for a report of found property.  They were given a child's backpack with a fan inside and brought it to the station for safekeeping.

DAMAGE TO A BUILDING -  Officers responded to Beverly Rd. for a report of malicious damage. The reporting party said he found other debris in the area suggesting youths like to hang out in the area.

Friday, August 6

ID FRAUD - Officers responded to an unemployment fraud report where an unemployment benefit claim was made in the victim's name. The reporting party alerted the bank and were advised to check all accounts for suspicious activity.

Saturday, August 7

BIKE THEFT -  Officers responded to a call regarding a bike theft on Craig Pl. The victim reported they left the bike outside their apartment building and noticed the bike missing the morning after. Officers are looking at surveillance footage of the area and investigating further.

Sunday, August 8

BIKE THEFT -  Officers responded to a call regarding a bike theft on Village Wy. The bike had been secured to a fence, but the victim later found it missing, the lock having been cut and the seat removed. Officers are looking at surveillance footage of the area and investigating further.

CAR BREAK - Officers responded to a call regarding a car break on Francis St. The victim shared that they discovered the fuse box cover removed and left on the driver's side floor. They do not believe anything else to have been taken. 

BAT EXPOSURE - Officers were contacted by an individual who shared that they had trapped a bat that was flying in their bathroom. The police took custody of it to submit for rabies testing and advised the individual to be tested as well.

FOUND PROPERTY - Officers responded to Cypress St for a report of found property.  Officers were given a bike, along with three books in the basket, and brought it to the station for safekeeping.