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. 

July 21 through July 27, 2025

Monday, July 21

ANIMAL BITE

An individual on Marion Street was bitten on their finger by a squirrel. They were advised to clean the wound and seek medical attention. 

BAT EXPOSURE

Officers and Bayside Wildlife responded to a case of possible bat exposure on Davis Ave. The homeowners were advised to seek medical attention and get the rabies vaccine if exposed to the bat. 

ID FRAUD

An individual reported that they received mail to their residence on Lagrange Street from the Department of Unemployment Assistance stating they had a past-due balance. However, they are not unemployed and were informed by the DUA hotline that the mail is fraudulent. The reporting party was advised to monitor their accounts and contact the Social Security Administration.

ID FRAUD 

An individual reported a case of fraud at the front desk of the Brookline Police Department. They stated they received a notification from a company with which they do not have an account. It was discovered that an account had been fraudulently opened in their name using an address different from their own. They have not lost any monetary value at this time. 

SHOPLIFTING

A case of shoplifting involving two suspects on Beacon Street was reported to police.

July 14 through July 20, 2025

Monday, July 14

MALICIOUS DAMAGE

Officers responded to Beacon St. for a report of malicious damage of a religious building. 

LARCENY OF AUTO-ACCESSORY

An individual approached the front desk of the Brookline Police Department and reported a stolen U-Haul trailer. The trailer was originally located on Boylston St. 

CREDIT CARD FRAUD

A report of credit card fraud was reported on Boylston St. The individual stated that the card is used exclusively for purchases at specific stores, which contributed to a delay in noticing the unauthorized charges. The suspect was summonsed to court. 

SHOPLIFTING

Officers responded to Harvard Street for a report of shoplifting with two suspects. After some investigation, the Brookline Police Department arrested three individuals in relation to this event. Suspects were arrested.

FIREWORKS

Several police units responded to Washington Street and Griggs Road for a report of noise disruption and suspected gunshots. Surveillance footage revealed that the concerning noise was the result of fireworks in Griggs Park. 

July 7 through July 13, 2025

 Monday, July 7

MALICIOUS DAMAGE 

A report of malicious damage on Pleasant St was filed with Brookline Police. The suspect was summoned to the Brookline District Court. 

CREDIT CARD FRAUD

An individual on Stearns Rd reported fraudulent charges on their credit card. The charges originated from a location with which the individual has never visited. 

ANIMAL BITE

An individual approached the front desk at the Brookline Police Station to report that their dog was bitten by another dog on Highland Rd/Jamaica Rd. 

SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY

Officers responded to suspicious activity on Addington Rd. The individual reported that they returned home from a trip and noticed multiple items around their home were moved to different positions/rooms. Officers found no signs of forced entry and nothing was reported stolen. 

BURGLARY

Officers received a report of a breaking and entering on West Roxbury Pk.

FRAUD

Officers responded to a report of fraud occurring at the intersection of Babcock and Harvard St. The reporting party was approached by an individual who asked for money for a train fare and claimed they would reimburse the funds via Zelle. The reporting party did not receive the funds as promised, and discovered this experience was common fraud trend. 

FIRE

Officers responded to an oven fire on Harvard Ave. 

June 30 through July 6, 2025

Monday, June 30

MALICIOUS DAMAGE

A report of malicious damage on Beacon St and Harvard St was filed with police. Around twenty stickers were placed on town property on both streets and have been difficult to remove due to the strong adhesive used. 

LOST PROPERTY

An individual reported a lost passport to the front desk of the Brookline Police Station.

SHOPLIFTING

Officers responded to a report of shoplifting on Commonwealth Ave. The suspect was caught by police on the scene and has been summoned to Brookline District Court. 

SHOPLIFTING

Officers responded to another complaint of shoplifting on Commonwealth Ave. The suspect was arrested and the stolen items were recovered. 

MOTORCYCLE THEFT

A report of motorcycle theft on Harvard St was filed with police. 

June 23 through June 29, 2025

Monday, June 23

MALICIOUS DAMAGE

Officers took report of malicious damage to a car on Park Vale St. The windshield was smashed but there was nothing missing from the car. 

FRAUD, LARCENY

Police responded to a fraud and larceny case on Highland Rd. An individual attempted to rent out an apartment they did not own. After receiving payment, the fraudulent party ceased communication with the victim. This case was closed. 

ID FRAUD

Officers responded to a report of identity fraud on Monmouth St. The individual received a notification that there had been several attempts to open credit cards under their name. 

SHOPLIFTING

Officers responded to a reported larceny on Commonwealth Ave. Security footage revealed that two individuals shoplifted together and a criminal complaint has been filed with the Brookline District court. 

LARCENY, ASSAULT/BATTERY

A report of larceny and assault on Beacon St was brought to the attention of the Brookline Police. The individual was arrested. 

June 16 through June 22, 2025

Monday, June 16

ABANDONED PROPERTY

A bicycle was reported abandoned on Westbourne Tr.

ID FRAUD

Officers took a report of ID fraud. An individual used an individual's personal information to open unauthorized accounts.

GRAFFITI

Officers were dispatched for a report of graffiti on Dean Rd.

GRAFFITI

Officers were dispatched for a report of graffiti on Harvard St. 

SHOPLIFTING

Officers responded to a shoplifting incident on Commonwealth Av.

ASSAULT

Officers responded to a report of a physical altercation with a pencil between two individuals on South St.

SHOPLIFTING

Officers responded to a shoplifting incident on Harvard St. The suspect was arrested.

June 9 through June 15, 2025

Monday, June 9

ASSAULT

Officers responded to a report of a physical altercation with a dangerous weapon between two individuals on Beacon St. The suspect was arrested.

SHOPLIFTING

Officers responded to a shoplifting incident on Beacon St.

SCAM

Officers took a report of a Telegram text messaging application scam incident.

June 2 through June 8, 2025

Monday, June 2

ASSAULT

Officers responded to a report of a physical altercation between two individuals on Aspinwall Av and Netherlands Rd. The suspect will be summonsed to court.

SHOPLIFTING

Officers responded to a shoplifting incident on Commonwealth Av.

May 26 to June 1, 2025

Monday, May 26

MALICIOUS DAMAGE

Officers took a report of malicious damage of a vehicle on Boylston St.

May 19 through May 25, 2025

Monday, May 19

SCOOTER THEFT

Officers took a report of an unsecured scooter theft from a foyer on Babcock St.

MALICIOUS DAMAGE

Officers took a report of malicious property damage on Dean Rd.

ANIMAL BITE

Officers responded to a bat bite report on Longwood Av.

ANIMAL BITE

Officers responded to a dog bite report on Sargent Rd.

May 12 through May 18, 2025

Monday, May 12

MALICIOUS DAMAGE

Officers took a report of malicious damage of a vehicle on St Paul St.

PACKAGE THEFT

Officers took a report of an unsecured package theft from the street on Parkman St. 

ID FRAUD

Officers took a report of ID fraud. An individual used an individual's personal information to make unauthorized withdrawals.

MALICIOUS DAMAGE

Officers took a report of malicious damage of a parking meter on Station St.

CHECK FRAUD

Officers took a report of check fraud. An individual stole and forged an individual's check to make an unauthorized deposit.

CAR BREAK

Officers took a report of a car break and theft on Winthrop Rd.

BURGLARY

Officers responded to a report of a breaking and entering on Catlin Rd. 

MALICIOUS DAMAGE

Officers took a report of malicious property damage on Harvard St. The suspect will be summonsed to court.

May 5 through May 11, 2025

Monday, May 5

BURGLARY

Officers responded to a report of a breaking and entering on Colchester St. 

ID FRAUD

Officers took a report of ID fraud. An individual used an individual's personal information to open multiple credit cards.

CHECK FRAUD

Officers took a report of check fraud. An individual used an individual's personal information to write unauthorized checks.

ASSAULT

Officers responded to a report of a physical altercation between two individuals with a blunt object on Babcock St. The suspect was arrested.

THEFT

Officers took a report of a secured bag theft from the street on Harvard St. 

PACKAGE THEFT

Officers took a report of an unsecured package theft from the street on Wellman St.

April 28 through May 4, 2025

Monday, April 28

CAR BREAK

Officers took a report of a car break in the Babcock St Parking Lot.

MALICIOUS DAMAGE

Officers took a report of malicious damage of a building on Boylston St.

ANIMAL BITE

Officers responded to a dog bite report on Hamilton Rd.

SHOPLIFTING

Officers responded to a shoplifting incident on Harvard St. The suspect was arrested.

April 21 through April 27, 2025

Monday, April 21

BIKE THEFT

Officers took a report of a bike theft from the street on Beacon St.

FOUND PROPERTY

A cell phone was found on Tappan St and Beacon St and is in the custody of the Brookline Police Department.

ASSAULT

Officers responded to a report of a physical altercation between two individuals on Beacon St. The suspect was arrested and will be charged in the Brookline District Court.

April 14 through April 20, 2025

Monday, April 14

ANIMAL BITE

Officers responded to a dog bite report on Robinson Playground.

LOST PROPERTY

A ring was reported lost on Beacon St.

ANIMAL BITE

Officers responded to a turkey attack report on Chapel St.

FOUND PROPERTY

A cell phone was found on Regent Cir and is in the custody of the Brookline Police Department.

ROBBERY

Officers responded to a report of an assault and robbery on Netherlands Rd. 

BIKE THEFT

Officers took a report of a secured bike theft from the street on Browne St. 

April 7 through April 13, 2025

Monday, April 7

BURGLARY

Officers responded to a report of a forced breaking and entering on West Roxbury Pk. 

MALICIOUS DAMAGE

Officers took a report of malicious damage of a vehicle on Parkman St.

SHOPLIFTING

Officers responded to a shoplifting incident on Harvard St. 

SCAM

Officers took a report of a loan scam incident.

FOUND PROPERTY

A key fob was found on Toxteth St and is in the custody of the Brookline Police Department.

SCAM

Officers took a report of a Facebook Market scam incident.

SHOPLIFTING

Officers responded to a shoplifting incident on Harvard St.

SCAM

Officers took a report of an internet scam incident.

March 31 through April 6, 2025

Monday, March 31

MALICIOUS DAMAGE

Officers took a report of malicious damage of a vehicle on Washington St.

ASSAULT

Officers responded to a report of a package theft and physical altercation between an individual and a police officer on Harvard St. The suspect was arrested.

March 24 through March 30

Monday, March 24

ID FRAUD

Officers took a report of ID fraud. An individual used an individual's personal information to make unauthorized withdrawals.

FOUND PROPERTY

A bike was found on Beacon St and is in the custody of the Brookline Police Department.

ID FRAUD

Officers took a report of ID fraud. An individual used an individual's personal information to make unauthorized purchases.

ASSAULT

Officers responded to a report of a physical altercation between two individuals on Park St.

ASSAULT

Officers responded to a report of a physical altercation with a firearm between two individuals on Fuller St. The suspect was arrested.

SHOPLIFTING

Officers responded to a shoplifting incident on Harvard St.

PACKAGE THEFT

Officers took a report of an unsecured package theft from a foyer on Babcock St. 

March 17 through March 23 2025

Monday, March 17

BURGLARY

Officers responded to a report of a forced breaking and entering on Harvard St. 

ANIMAL BITE

Officers responded to a dog bite incident on Beacon St and Pleasant St.

March 10 through March 16, 2025

Monday, March 10

THEFT

Officers took a report of a theft on Amory St.

FOUND PROPERTY

An individual reported a found wallet on Washington St. It is currently in the custody of the Brookline Police Department.

February 24 through March 2, 2025

Monday, February 24

FOUND PROPERTY

An individual reported a found single stud earring. It is currently in the custody of the Brookline Police Department.

SHOPLIFTING

Officers responded to a shoplifting incident on Harvard St. The suspect was unable to be located.

February 10 through February 16, 2025

Monday, February 10

ASSAULT

Officers responded to a report of a physical altercation between two individuals on Babcock St. One suspect will be summoned to court.

ID FRAUD

Officers took a report of ID fraud. An individual used someone else's personal information to open multiple credit cards.

March 3 through March 9, 2025

Monday, March 3

ASSAULT

Officers responded to a report of a physical altercation between two individuals on South St. The suspect will be summoned to the Brookline District Court. 

PACKAGE THEFT

Officers took a report of multiple unsecured package thefts on Egmont St. 

February 3 through 9, 2025

Monday, February 3

BURGLARY

Officers took a report of a past breaking and entering on Babcock St. 

PACKAGE THEFT

Officers took a report of a package theft on Willard Rd.

January 27 through February 2, 2025

Monday, January 27

FOUND PROPERTY

A set of keys was found on Longwood Av and is in custody of the Brookline Police Department.

GRAFFITI

Officers were dispatched for a report of graffiti on Harvard St.

BURGLARY

Officers took a report of a breaking and entering on Harvard St.

BURGLARY

Officers took a report of a breaking and entering on Harvard St.

January 6 through January 12, 2025

 Monday, January 6

CHECK FRAUD

Officers took a report of check fraud. An individual intercepted, altered, and deposited multiple checks.

ASSAULT

Officers responded to a report of an assault on Harvard St. 

MOTOR VEHICLE THEFT

Officers responded to a report of a go-cart theft on Thornton Rd.

January 13 through January 19, 2025

  Monday, January 13

FRAUD

Officers took a report of bank fraud. An individual used someone else's personal information to withdraw sums of money.

CAR BREAK

Officers took a report of a car break on Harvard St.

December 30, 2024 through January 5, 2025

Monday, December 30

FOUND PROPERTY

A  wallet was found on Beaconsfield Rd and is in custody of the Brookline Police Department.

CAR BREAK

Officers took a report of an attempted car break on Thorndike St.

GRAFFITI

Officers were dispatched for a report of graffiti on Strathmore Rd.

CREDIT CARD FRAUD

Officers took a report of fraud. The reporting party stated their credit card information was used to make multiple unauthorized purchases.

THEFT

Officers responded to a report of theft.

December 23 through December 29, 2024

Monday, December 23

CAR BREAK

Officers took a report of a car break on Parkway Rd.

PACKAGE THEFT

Officers took a report of a package theft on Netherlands Rd.

PACKAGE THEFT

Officers took a report of a package theft on Netherlands Rd.

THEFT

Officers took a report of a theft on Pierce St.

ASSAULT

Officers took a report of a past assault with a weapon on Harvard St.

December 16 through December 22, 2024

Monday, December 16

MALICIOUS DAMAGE

Officers took a report of malicious damage of lawn signs on Columbia St.

FRAUD

Officers took a report of fraud. An individual deposited funds in a fake investment company.

FORGERY

Officers took a report of fraud. The reporting party stated an individual used information to request a mortgage assistance.

COUNTERFEIT

Officers took a report of an individual using counterfeit bills to make purchases on Commonwealth Av.

SHOPLIFTING

Officers responded to a shoplifting incident on Commonwealth Av.