October 20 through 26, 2025

 

Monday, October 20

FRAUD

Officers responded to a report of identity fraud on High Street. The victim reported that a credit card account was opened using their personal information and an out-of-state address. They also discovered several unauthorized transactions, which they have disputed. Officers advised the victim to contact the Social Security Administration’s Fraud Hotline, Federal Trade Commission, and their banking institutions.

SHOPLIFTING

Employees at a business on Commonwealth Avenue reported a shoplifting incident. 

SHOPLIFTING

Another shoplifting incident was reported on Commonwealth Avenue. The involved party returned the merchandise and was issued a No-Trespass Notice. 

SHOPLIFTING

Officers were dispatched to Commonwealth Avenue for a past shoplifting.  

October 13 through October 19, 2025

 

Monday, October 13

BURGLARY

A burglary occurred at a residential address on Aspinwall Ave. The suspect was identified and arrested.

PACKAGE THEFT

An individual approached the front desk of the police station to report a past package theft on Norfolk Rd.  

October 6 through October 12, 2025

 

Monday, October 6

ANIMAL BITE

A child was bitted by a leashed dog on Harvard Street.

ATTEMPTED CAR BREAK

Officers responded to a report of an attempted car break at a residence on Stearns Rd. The suspect tried the door handles on three different vehicles before leaving the scene.

CAR BREAK

An individual reported a past car break that occurred on Longwood Ave.

PACKAGE THEFT

A package was stolen from the front steps of an apartment building on Walnut St. 

PACKAGE THEFT

A resident of Babcock Street reported a past package theft. 

CREDIT CARD FRAUD

Police received report of a stolen wallet and unauthorized use of credit/debit cards at multiple locations. A suspect has been identified and will be summoned to court. 

September 29 through October 5, 2025

 

Monday, September 29

ANIMAL BITE

An individual reported that their leashed dog was bitten by another leashed dog on Colbourne Cres. A citation was issued to the owner of the second dog, the one that became aggressive. 

FRAUD

A report of fraud was filed at the front desk of the Brookline Police Station. The reporting party received a letter to their residence on Beacon Street from the Department of Unemployment Assistance regarding a request to file for unemployment. However, the individual never filed for unemployment and is concerned about identity fraud. 

CAR BREAK

Officers responded to Browne Street for a past car break. The reporting party believes the break in most likely occurred several days prior and they noted that numerous items were missing from the vehicle. 

September 22 through September 28, 2025

 

Monday, September 22

SHOPLIFTING

An individual was reported shoplifting from a business on Harvard St. The suspect was located at the intersection of Commonwealth Avenue and Harvard Street. The stolen item was returned to the business and the guilty party was summoned to the Brookline District Court for shoplifting. 

PACKAGE THEFT

A resident reported a package theft to the front desk of the Brookline Police Department. They stated they received a delivery notification for a package at their Kent Street residence, but when they checked a few hours later, the package was gone.

CHECK FRAUD

Officers received report of check fraud involving a check stolen from a mailbox on Winchester Street. 

BIKE THEFT

A resident on Babcock Street reported that two electric bicycles were stolen from a bike rack outside their building. One of the bikes was later recovered nearby, while the other remains missing. 

CHECK FRAUD

Another case of check fraud was reported to the front desk of the police station. The reporting party stated that they received notices about fraudulent checks issued in their name, connected to casinos in a different state. The individual confirmed they had not authorized the transactions or visited the locations. No financial loss occurred, and the matter is being looked into further.

SHOPLIFTING

An individual was arrested for shoplifting and trespassing at a business on Beacon Street. Staff observed the person leaving with unpaid merchandise. The stolen item was recovered and returned, and the individual was placed under arrest.

September 15 through September 21, 2025

 

Monday, September 15

CREDIT CARD FRAUD

An individual on Park Street reported suspected debit card fraud. The victim noticed unauthorized transactions and closed their account. 

FRAUD

Officers took a walk-in report regarding a suspected compromised email. The reporting party unknowingly sent funds to a scammer posing as a contractor. A second unauthorized wire transfer was later flagged by the victim’s bank.

BIKE THEFT

A bicycle was stolen from a residence on Jenness Rd. The bike was not locked when it was stolen.

September 8 through September 14, 2025

 

Monday, September 8

CREDIT CARD FRAUD

Officers received a walk-in report of ongoing identity theft. The individual believed that a prior data breach may have contributed to the recent fraudulent activity they experienced. Despite placing credit freezes and taking other preventative measures, they discovered that their credit had been unfrozen without their knowledge, resulting in the opening of a fraudulent account.

BIKE THEFT

A bike theft was reported on Browne Street. The reporting party stated they had locked their bike to a street sign and later discovered it was missing the following day.

ANIMAL BITE

A dog bite occurred on Pearl St. The owner confirmed that their dog was up to date on vaccinations and was issued a town by-law citation for the incident.

FRAUD

An officer was dispatched to Beacon Street to a report of compromised Instagram accounts involving fraudulent activity and payment demands. The officer advised the parties to cease contact and monitor their accounts. The case was closed after confirming that there was no suspicious financial activity.

SHOPLIFTING

A past shoplifting was reported on Beacon St. 

FOUND PROPERTY

A visa identification card was found in the area of Walnut Street and Irving St. It was turned into the police station and was placed into evidence for safekeeping. 

September 1 through September 7, 2025

 

Monday, September 1

CAR BREAK 

Officers responded to a reported breaking and entering at a car dealership on Boylston Street, where the suspect was believed to still be on scene. Upon arrival, the individual was found asleep inside a customer’s vehicle. Investigation revealed the suspect had unlawfully entered at least four vehicles over a two-day period, including the unauthorized use and return of one vehicle. The suspect was arrested.

SHOPLIFTING

A shoplifting incident was reported on Commonwealth Avenue after a suspect was observed concealing merchandise and fleeing the store. The individual was later identified through surveillance footage and apprehended by another law enforcement agency for an unrelated matter. They are also suspected of involvement in a previous theft from the same location and will be charged with shoplifting.

CHECK FRAUD

A case of check fraud was reported on Eliot St.

SHOPLIFTING

An individual was reported to be shoplifting at a business on Harvard St. The suspect was seen fleeing with stolen merchandise and later identified. The suspects were placed under arrest. 

August 25 through August 31, 2025

 

Monday, August 25

AUTO ACCESSORY THEFT

An individual reported a stolen rental trailer from their business on Boylston St. The trailer was originally rented for one day; however, the renter has failed to return it. 

DOG BITE

Officers responded to a past dog bite on Hamilton Street. An unvaccinated dog bit a child in the foot and broke the skin. The dog must be quarantined for 10 days. The owners were advised to consult a doctor, vaccinate and license the dog, and were informed that if the owner decides to euthanize the dog before quarantine ends, testing for rabies is required. 

LARCENY

A church on Walnut St reported that property had been stolen.

August 18 through August 24, 2025

Monday, August 18

SHOPLIFTING

An individual shoplifted from a business located on Commonwealth Avenue.

PACKAGE THEFT

Officers received a report of a package theft from the front steps of a residence on Beacon Street. The reporting party had a large package delivered but was unable to retrieve it.

SHOPLIFTING

Officers responded to Commonwealth Avenue for a report of shoplifting.

INDECENT EXPOSURE

An individual was seen urinating on Washington St.   

August 11 through August 17, 2025

 

Monday, August 11

ANIMAL BITE

While jogging with friends, an individual was bitten by a passing dog.

SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY

A case of suspicious activity on Fuller Street was reported to police. 

FRAUD

An individual approached the front desk of the Brookline Police Station to report that someone has taken out a car loan in their name. 

SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY

On Beacon Street, an individual was witnessed loitering outside a residence and using binoculars. 

BAT COMPLAINT 

Officers received a report of a bat exposure on Brook St. 

PERSON WITH KNIFE

An individual was spotted walking on Washington Street with a knife. 

NOISE COMPLAINT

A noise complaint was reported on Beacon St. 

August 4 through August 10, 2025

 

Monday, August 4

NOISE COMPLAINT

A noise complaint on Holland Rd/Buckminster Rd was called into the Brookline Police Department. 

NOISE COMPLAINT

Officers received report of screams from the middle of the street on Westbourne Tr. 

DISTURBANCE

Officers responded to a report of a disturbance including a physically aggressive individual. No crime was reported.

HARASSMENT

Officers responded to a case of harassment at a business on Harvard St. 

PACKAGE THEFT

An individual on Pleasant St. reported a package theft from their apartment lobby. 

LARCENY

Officers received report that a set of keys were stolen from a lobby on Pleasant St. The owner unintentionally left their keys on a couch and found that they'd been taken a few minutes later. They had their locks changed and were advised to continue to be cautious in the future. 

BAT COMPLAINT

An individual on Pleasant St. reported that they witnessed a bat flying around the ground level of their building. Animal control was informed of the situation. 

July 28 through August 3, 2025

 

Monday, July 28

MOPED THEFT

An individual reported a stolen moped from a private way near High Street. 

LARCENY

An individual on Beacon St. reported to officers that their Disabled Identification Placard was stolen. 

SHOPLIFTING

Officers responded to a report of a past shoplifting on Commonwealth Ave. The suspect will be summoned to court. 

MAILBOX THEFT

Officers received report of a mailbox that was broken into on Harvard St. A check was stolen from the mailbox, but was cancelled shortly after. 

SHOPLIFTING

Two individuals conspired together to shoplift on Harvard St. 

SCOOTER THEFT

An electric scooter was stolen from a bike rack on Washington St. The cable lock that secured the bike to the rack was found on the ground. 

SHOPLIFTING

Officers received a report of shoplifting on Commonwealth Ave. The suspect was identified and summoned to the Brookline District Court. 

MALICIOUS DAMAGE 

The front windows of a business on Cypress Street were vandalized, with etchings carved into the glass.