March 27 to April 2, 2023

            

Monday, March 27

SHOPLIFTING

Officers took a report of shoplifting that occurred on Harvard St. The suspect was placed under arrest.

SCAM

Officers took a report, where the reporting party shared they received a call from someone claiming to be from a law enforcement agency. The scammer claimed there were criminal charges out against them and that they needed to transfer money to counteract the criminal activity.

PACKAGE THEFT

Officers were called to Francis St for a report, where the reporting party shared that they received notification of a delivery, but when they went to collect it, they discovered someone had fraudulently signed for the package.

ID FRAUD

Officers took a report, where the reporting party shared that they discovered had fraudulently filed for unemployment using their personal information.

PACKAGE THEFT

Officers responded to Wolcott Rd for a report, where the reporting party shared that they received a notification of a delivery, but when they went to collect it, the packages were gone.

MALICIOUS DAMAGE

Officers were called to Netherlands Rd for a report of damage done to a window.

BIKE THEFT

Officers responded to Babcock St for a report of a stolen bike, that was left unlocked in a garage.

March 20 to March 26, 2023

           

Monday, March 20

ANIMAL BITE

Officers responded to Kent St for a report of a dog bite.

MALICIOUS DAMAGE

Officers took a report of damage done to a vehicle on St Paul St.

MALICIOUS DAMAGE

Officers took a report of damage done to a vehicle on St Paul St.

CHECK FRAUD

Officers took a report, where the reporting party shared that they mailed a check and later discovered that it had been altered before being checked.

SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY

Officers took a report of a suspicious individual on Winchester St. The reporting party shared that they discovered a male individual was walking through their back yard in the middle of the night.

BIKE THEFT

Officers were called to a Beacon St for a report, where the reporting party shared they left their bike secured in a garage and later discovered it had been stolen.

March 13 to March 19, 2023

          

Monday, March 13

FRAUD

Officers took a report, where the reporting party shared that they attempted to rent an apartment through Craigslist, but later discovered that the listing was fraudulent.

CAR BREAK

Officers were called to Marion St for a report, where the reporting party shared that they left their vehicle unlocked on the street overnight and later discovered it had been rummaged through.

March 6 to March 12, 2023

         

Monday, March 6

PACKAGE THEFT

Officers responded to Browne St for a report, where the reporting party shared that they received notification of a delivery, but when they went to collect it, the package was missing.

ANIMAL BITE

Officers took a report, where the reporting party shared that their dog was exposed to a skunk that was in their backyard on Sherrin Rd.

February 27 to March 5, 2023

         

Monday, February 27

SHOPLIFTING

Officers took a report of shoplifting that occurred on Harvard St.

SHOPLIFTING

Officers took a report of shoplifting that occurred on Harvard St.

February 20 to February 26, 2023

        

Monday, February 20

BIKE THEFT

Officers were called to Sewall Av for a report, where the reporting party shared that they left their vehicle in a residential storage unit for a few days and later discovered it was missing.

MALICIOUS DAMAGE

Officers were alerted to graffiti found on a window on Harvard St.

SCAM

Officers took a report, where the reporting party shared that they received a phone call from someone claiming to be a police officer and that there was fraudulent activity associated with the victim's name. The scammer demanded a wire transfer to nullify the arrest warrant. 

SHOPLIFTING

Officers responded to Commonwealth Av for a report of shoplifting. The suspect was summonsed to court.

BURGLARY

Officers were called to Beacon St for a report of a breaking and entering of a commercial building.

February 13 to February 19, 2023

       

Monday, February 13

THEFT 

Officers took a report of a theft that occurred on Eliot St.

BIKE THEFT

Officers took a report for a theft that occurred on Davis Av. The reporting party shared that they left their bike in an unsecured garage and later discovered a different bike had been left in its place.

THEFT 

Officers took a report of a theft that occurred on Beacon St. The suspect was summonsed to court.

WALLET THEFT 

Officers took a report of a theft that occurred on Beacon St. 

February 6 to February 12, 2023

      

Monday, February 6

THEFT 

Officers were called to Harvard St for a report, where the reporting party shared they observed a male individual steal a newspaper that had been delivered to the front door.

FRAUD

Officers took a report, where the reporting party shared that they discovered fraudulent activity on their bank account.

CHECK FRAUD

Officers took a report, where the reporting party shared that they mailed a couple checks and later discovered they had been altered before being cashed.

PACKAGE THEFT

Officers responded to Alton Pl for a report, where the reporting party shared that they discovered a male individual had removed a packaged from their front porch. 

SHOPLIFTING

Officers took a report of shoplifting that occurred on Commonwealth Av. The suspect was summonsed to court.

January 30 to February 5, 2023

     

Monday, January 30

MALICIOUS DAMAGE

Officers took a report of damage done to a window on School St. The perpetrator was summonsed to court.

CHECK FRAUD

Officers took a report, where the reporting party shared they mailed a check and later discovered it had been altered before being cashed.

BIKE THEFT

Officers responded to Commonwealth Av for a report, where the reporting party shared that they left their bike secured to a bike rack for an hour. When they returned they found a male suspect attempting to steal it.

January 23 to January 29, 2023

    

Monday, January 23

GRAFFITI

Officers took a report of graffiti that was found on Westbourne Tr.

SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY

Officers responded to Pleasant St for a report, where the reporting party shared that they observed a suspicious individual trespassing in a residential building.

GRAFFITI

Officers took a report of graffiti that was found on School St.

PACKAGE THEFT

Officers were called to Beacon St for a report, where the reporting party shared that they received notification of a delivery, but when they went to collect it, the package was missing from the foyer.

CAR BREAK

Officers responded to Browne St for a report, where the reporting party stated that they left their vehicle unlocked in a residential parking lot and discovered the next morning that it had been rummaged through and property was missing.

January 16 to January 22, 2023

   

Monday, January 16

BIKE THEFT

Officers were called to Vernon St for a report, where the reporting party shared that they had left their bike unsecured on the front porch of their residence. They discovered a few hours later that it was missing.

January 9 through January 15, 2023

  

Monday, January 9

CAR BREAK 

Officers were called to Rawson Rd for a report, where the reporting party shared that they witnessed a male individual rummaging through their vehicle, which had been left unlocked in the driveway overnight.

FRAUD

Officers took a report, where the reporting party shared they discovered funds had been transferred from their bank account without their prior knowledge or permission.

SHOPLIFTING

Officers took a report of shoplifting that occurred on Commonwealth Av.

January 2 through January 8, 2023

  

Monday, January 2

PACKAGE THEFT

Officers responded to Francis St for a report, where the reporting party shared that they received a notification of a delivery, but when they went to collect it, the package was gone.

ASSAULT

Officers were called to Beacon St for a report of an altercation between two individuals. A male party confronted another about excessive noise, and the two began fighting. Both parties were summonsed to court.

BURGLARY

Officers responded to Beacon St for a report of a breaking and entering. The parties responsible were placed under arrest.

December 26, 2022 through January 1, 2023

 

Monday, December 26

CAR BREAK

Officers were called to Penniman Rd for a report of a breaking and entering in process. A male suspect was seen rummaging through a vehicle, that was left unlocked in a driveway overnight. The suspect has been summonsed to court.

PACKAGE THEFT 

Officers responded to Dwight St for a report, where the reporting party shared that they received notification of a delivery, but when they went to collect it, they discovered that the packages had been opened and the contents stolen.

December 26, 2022

Monday, December 19

ANIMAL BITE

Officers took a report of a dog bite that occurred in the area of Chestnut St and Walnut St. The reporting party stated they were walking their dog when another off-leash dog approached and began biting them.

MALICIOUS DAMAGE

Officers took a report of damage done to a vehicle at Larz Anderson Park.

CAR BREAK

Officers responded to Beacon St for a report, where the reporting party shared that they left their vehicle parked on the street and returned a couple hours later to find the window had been smashed and property had been stolen.

December 19, 2022

 Monday, December 12

CHECK FRAUD - Officers took a report, where the reporting party shared that they mailed a check and later discovered it had been altered before being cashed.

CHECK FRAUD - Officers took a report, where the reporting party shared that they mailed a check and later discovered it had been altered before someone attempted to cash it.

CHECK FRAUD - Officers took a report, where the reporting party shared that they mailed a check and later discovered it had been altered before being cashed.

ANIMAL VIOLATION - Officers took a report of a dog bite that occurred in the area of Stedman St. The reporting party shared that they were running down the street and passed a party walking their dog. As they passed, the dog barked at them and bit them on the leg.

CHECK FRAUD - Officers took a report, where the reporting party shared that they mailed a check and later discovered it had been altered before being cashed.

CHECK FRAUD - Officers took a report, where the reporting party shared that they mailed a couple checks and later discovered they had been altered before being cashed.

Tuesday, December 13

CHECK FRAUD - Officers took a report, where the reporting party shared that they mailed several checks and later discovered they had been altered before being cashed.

THEFT - Officers were called to Meadowbrook Rd for a report of a theft. The reporting party shared that they discovered jewelry had gone missing from their residence.

FRAUD - Officers took a report, where the reporting party shared that they discovered several fraudulent charges made to an insurance company they do not belong to.

GRAFFITI - Officers took a report of new graffiti found on Harvard St.

BIKE THEFT - Officers took a report of a theft that occurred on Beacon St. The reporting party shared that they left their bicycle unsecured outside a commercial building and returned a few minutes later to discover it was missing.

SCOOTER THEFT - Officers responded to John St for a report, where the reporting party shared that they left their moped unsecured in a residential parking lot and discovered a few hours later that it was missing.

Wednesday, December 14

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers were called to Beacon St for a report, where the reporting party shared that they received notification of a delivery, but when they went to collect it from the lobby, they found the empty packaging. 

BURGLARY - Officers responded to Dean Rd for a report of a breaking and entering of a residence. The perpetrator was summonsed to court.

Thursday, December 15

ASSAULT - Officers took a report of an altercation that occurred on Washington St. An individual was crossing the street when a vehicle approached the crosswalk. The driver reportedly flicked a lit cigarette at the pedestrian. There were no injuries. The perpetrator was summonsed to court.

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers were called to Vernon St for a report, where the reporting party shared that they received a notification of a delivery, but when they went to collect it, they found the empty packaging.

MALICIOUS DAMAGE - Officers took a report of damage done to a building on Harvard St. The perpetrator was summonsed to court.

Friday, December 16

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers responded to Dwight St for a report, where the reporting party shared that they received a notification of a delivery, but when they went to collect it, the package was missing.

FRAUD - Officers took a report, where the reporting party shared that they discovered a fraudulent purchase made online.

SHOPLIFTING - Officers took a report of shoplifting that occurred on Commonwealth Av.

FORGERY - Officers took a report, where the reporting party shared that they discovered a forged check had been cashed from their account.

Saturday, December 17

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers were called to Beacon St for a report, where the reporting party shared they witnessed an individual take packages from the front steps of a residential building and then flee the scene in a vehicle.

THEFT - Officers took a report of a theft that occurred on Cypress St. The reporting party shared that they left their phone behind at a restaurant and returned to find that it was missing.

Sunday, December 18

SCAM - Officers took a report, where the reporting party shared that they sold art online. The buy sent a check for a higher amount than the agreed-upon price and then requested the victim refund the difference. The original payment was cancelled after the refund was processed.

AUTO PARTS THEFT - Officers responded to Kent St for a report, where the reporting party shared that they parked their vehicle in a private lot over a few days and later discovered that the catalytic converter had been stolen.

December 12, 2022

Monday, December 5

BAT EXPOSURE - Officers were called to Allerton Rd for a report of a live bat inside a residence.

FORGERY - Officers responded to Boylston St for a report, where the reporting party shared that a male individual attempted to fraudulently cash a check.

FORGERY - Officers were called to Boylston St for a report, where the reporting party shared that a male individual fraudulently cashed a check.

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers responded to Browne St for a report, where the reporting party stated they received notification of a delivery, but when they went to collect it an hour later, the package was gone.

ANIMAL BITE - Officers took a report of a dog bite that occurred at the Lawrence Playground. The reporting party stated a leashed dog approached them and suddenly bit them.

FRAUD CHECK - Officers took a report, where the reporting party shared they mailed several checks and later discovered they had been altered before being cashed.

Tuesday, December 6

FRAUD - Officers took a report, where the reporting party shared that unauthorized purchases were made on an online account.

FRAUD CHECK - Officers took a report, where the reporting party shared they mailed a check and later discovered it had been altered before being cashed.

Wednesday, December 7

MALICIOUS DAMAGE - Officers were called to Summit Av for a report of a dispute between two parties. One individual caused damage to a vehicle after an argument. The perpetrator was summonsed to court.

Thursday, December 8

FRAUD CHECK - Officers took a report, where the reporting party shared they mailed a check and later discovered it had been altered before being cashed.

Friday, December 9

SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY - Officers took a report of an suspicious individual. A female party was seen going through packages in a residential building and propping open a door. 

FRAUD - Officers took a report, where the reporting party stated they received an email about a new bank account opened in their name.

Saturday, December 10

AUTO PARTS THEFT - Officers reported to Kent St for a report, where the reporting party stated they left their vehicle in a residential parking lot for a week and discovered that the catalytic converter had been stole.

CAR BREAK - Officers were called to Atherton Rd for a report, where the reporting party shared that they left their vehicle in a garage overnight and discovered that property was missing.

Sunday, December 11

GRAFFITI - Officers took a report of graffiti that was found on Winthrop Rd.

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers responded to Freeman St for a report, where the reporting party shared that they received notification of a delivery to a mailroom, but when they went to collect it, the package was gone.

SHOPLIFTING - Officers were called to Washington St for a report of shoplifting. The perpetrator was summonsed to court.

December 5, 2022

Monday, November 28

THEFT - Officers took a report of a theft of a wallet that occurred on School St.

SCAM- Officers took a report, where the reporting party shared that they called a customer support number, and the individual claiming to be an employee requested a series of gift cards and identifying information in order to resolve the issue.

Tuesday, November 29

ASSAULT - Officers responded to Beals St for a report of an individual with a knife. The reporting party stated they interacted with a male individual who displayed a knife. There were no injuries.

BIKE THEFT - Officers were called to Thatcher St for a report, where the reporting party stated they stored their bicycle in a garage for a few months and discovered that it had been stolen.

SHOPLIFTING - Officers took a report of shoplifting that occurred on Harvard St. The perpetrator was summonsed to court.

SHOPLIFTING - Officers took a report of shoplifting that occurred on Harvard St. The perpetrator was summonsed to court.

FORGERY - Officers responded to Boylston St for a report, where the reporting party shared that a female individual attempted to fraudulently cash a check.

FORGERY - Officers were called to Boylston St for a report, where the reporting party shared that a female individual fraudulently cashed a check.

GRAFFITI - Officers took a report of new graffiti that appeared on Greenough St. 

BIKE THEFT - Officers responded to Freeman St for a report, where the reporting party shared they stored their bicycle in the basement and discovered a week later that it had been stolen.

Wednesday, November 30

MV THEFT - Officers were called to Regent Cr for a report, where the reporting party shared they left their vehicle unlocked on the street overnight and discovered the next morning that it had been stolen.

CHECK FRAUD - Officers took a report, where the reporting party shared they discovered two fraudulent checks had been cashed from their account.

ASSAULT - Officers took a report of a fight that occurred on Harvard St. Both individuals were summonsed to court.

SCAM - Officers took a report of fraud. The reporting party stated they contacted tech support about an issue, and the individual claiming to be an employee stated they would provide a but transferred the wrong amount. The scammer then requested they purchase gift cards to resolve the issue.

Thursday, December 1

MV THEFT - Officers responded to Harvard St for a report of a stolen motor vehicle. The reporting party stated the vehicle was stolen from a residential parking lot overnight. It has since been recovered.

MALICIOUS DAMAGE - Officers took a report of damage done to a motorcycle that was parked on Gerry Rd.

CHECK FRAUD - Officers took a report, where the reporting party shared they discovered a fraudulent check had been cashed from their account.

SHOPLIFTING - Officers were called to Harvard St for a report of shoplifting. The perpetrator was summonsed to court.

THEFT - Officers took a report of a theft that occurred on School St.

ANIMAL BITE - Officers took a report of a dog bite that occurred in the area of Kilsyth Rd. The reporting party stated they were given permission to pet a dog, but when they approached it, the dog bit them. 

BIKE THEFT - Officers responded to Pleasant St for a report, where the reporting party stated they stored their bicycle in a residential storage area and discovered a few months later that it had been stolen.

Friday, December 2

THEFT - Officers were called to Village Wy for a report, where the reporting party shared that they forgot their wallet in an unsecured lobby and discovered a few hours later that it had been stolen.

BURGLARY - Officers responded to Harvard Av for a report of a breaking and entering of a residence. The perpetrator was placed under arrest.

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers were called to Egmont St for a report, where the reporting party shared they received notification of a delivery, but when they went to collect it, the package was gone.

FRAUD - Officers took a report, where the reporting party shared that they discovered fraudulent charges on their bank statement.

CHECK FRAUD - Officers took a report, where the reporting party shared that they discovered fraudulent checks had been cashed from their account.

Saturday, December 3

BURGLARY - Officers responded to Thornton Rd for a report of a breaking and entering of a residence. 

Sunday, December 4

BURGLARY - Officers responded to Thornton Rd for a report of a breaking and entering of a residence. 

SHOPLIFTING - Officers were called to Harvard St for a report of shoplifting. The perpetrator was summonsed to court.

November 21, 2022

Monday, November 14

THEFT - Officers responded to Cypress St for a report, where the reporting party shared that equipment was stolen from a residential property after it was left out overnight.

FRAUD - Officers took a report, where the reporting party shared that they discovered someone had fraudulently attempted to redeem their frequent flier miles.

ASSAULT - Officers were called to Beacon St for a report of an altercation between three individuals after they had begun a verbal argument. The parties involved were summonsed to court.

SHOPLIFTING - Officers responded to Commonwealth Av for a report of shoplifting.

CHECK FRAUD - Officers took a report, where the reporting party shared that they mailed a check and later discovered it had been altered before prior to being cashed.

Tuesday, November 15

GRAFFITI - Officers took a report of new graffiti on Greenough St.

CHECK FRAUD - Officers took a report, where the reporting party shared that they discovered a false check had been cashed from their account.

AUTO PARTS THEFT - Officers took a report of a theft that occurred on Boylston St. The reporting party shared that they left their vehicle in the driveway overnight and discovered the next morning that their catalytic converter had been stolen.

Wednesday, November 16

MV THEFT - Officers responded to Edgehill Rd for a report, where the reporting party shared they left their vehicle unlocked in the driveway and discovered the next morning that it had been stolen. The vehicle has since been recovered.

ID FRAUD - Officers took a report, where the reporting party stated they discovered fraudulent charges on their credit card statement.

SCAM - Officers took a report, where the reporting party shared that they responded to an email claiming they owed funds on PayPal. They were instructed to transfer funds to various unknown individuals through a cash app.

FRAUD - Officers took a report, where the reporting party stated they discovered fraudulent use of their credit card.

NOISE COMPLAINT - Officers were called to Browne St for a report of loud music late at night. The resident was issued a citation.

Thursday, November 17

SHOPLIFTING - Officers responded to Harvard St for a report of shoplifting. The perpetrator was placed under investigation.

FRAUD - Officers took a report, where the reporting party stated that they received an electronic communication that offered to monitor the web for their social security number and that they suspected it to be fraudulent.

AUTO PARTS THEFT - Officers were called to Hammond Pond Pk for a report, where the reporting party shared that they left their vehicle in a residential parking lot and discovered a few days later that their catalytic converter had been stolen.

CHECK FRAUD - Officers took a report, where the reporting party shared that they mailed a couple  checks and later discovered they had been altered before prior to being cashed.

ASSAULT - Officers responded to Chapel St for a report of an altercation between two individuals. A male individual reportedly spat at the victim after a verbal argument. The perpetrator was summonsed to court.

MALICIOUS DAMAGE - Officers took a report of damage done to a vehicle that was parked in a lot on Dwight St.

MV THEFT - Officers were called to Harvard St for a report, where the reporting party shared that they left their vehicle locked on the street and discovered an hour later that it was missing.

Friday, November 18

THEFT - Officers took a report of a theft that occurred on Kent St. The reporting party stated a male individual snatched their purse while they were walking down the street. The purse has since been recovered.

GRAFFITI - Officers took a report of new graffiti that was found on Harvard St.

FRAUD - Officers took a report, where the reporting party shared that they received a package they had not ordered and contacted the return address. The individual on the phone requested identifying information, as well as a money transfer to resolve the issue.

Saturday, November 19

THEFT - Officers responded to a report of theft that occurred on Centre St. The perpetrator was placed under arrest.

CHECK FRAUD - Officers took a report, where the reporting party shared that they discovered a false check had been cashed from their account.

Sunday, November 20

AUTO PARTS THEFT - Officers were called to Mason Tr for a report, where the reporting party shared that they left their vehicle in their driveway and discovered the next morning that their catalytic converter had been stolen.

November 28, 2022

Monday, November 21

BIKE THEFT - Officers took a report of a theft that occurred on Washington St. The reporting party shared that they secured their bike inside the lobby of a building and discovered a few days later that it had been stolen.

SCAM - Officers took a report, where the reporting party shared that they received a call from an individual asking to confirm identifying personal information.

THEFT - Officers were called to Independence Dr for a report, where the reporting party shared the license plate was stolen from their vehicle, which was left parked in their driveway.

SHOPLIFTING - Officers responded to Harvard St for a report of shoplifting. The perpetrator was summonsed to court. 

Tuesday, November 22

MV THEFT - Officers were called to Commonwealth Av for a report, where the reporting party shared they discovered their vehicle had been stolen from a commercial property. The vehicle has since been recovered and the perpetrator was summonsed to court.

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers took a report of a theft that occurred on Thornton Rd. The reporting party stated they received notification of a delivery, but when they went to collect it a few hours later, the package was gone.

AUTO PARTS THEFT - Officers responded to Clarke Rd for a report, where the reporting party shared that they left their vehicle in the driveway and discovered a few hours later that the catalytic converter had been stolen.

Wednesday, November 23

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers took a report of a theft that occurred on Village Way. The reporting party stated they received notification of a delivery, but when they went to collect it, the package was gone.

BURGLARY - Officers were called to Harvard St for a report of suspicious activity. Officers discovered an incident of breaking and entering and damage done to a building.

Friday, November 25

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers took a report of a theft that occurred on Harvard St. The reporting party stated they received notification of a delivery, but when they went to collect it a few hours later, the package was gone.

SHOPLIFTING - Officers responded to Harvard St for a report of shoplifting. The perpetrator was summonsed to court.

Saturday, November 26

BIKE THEFT - Officers were called to Littell Rd for a report, where the reporting party stated that they had secured their bike to the front door and discovered a few hours later that it had been stolen.

Sunday, November 27

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers took a report of a theft that occurred on Sewall Av. The reporting party stated they found several packages opened and emptied in an unsecured lobby.

SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY - Officers responded to Stedman St for a report, where the reporting party stated a male individual walked up to the rear of multiple residences before leaving the area early in the morning.

BIKE THEFT - Officers took a report of a theft that occurred on Green St. The reporting party stated that they had secured their bike in a courtyard and discovered the next day that it had been stolen.

SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY - Officers were called to Columbia St for a report, where the reporting party stated they witnessed a male individual looking into the window of a vehicle. No entry was made.