September 11th-13th Police Reports

September 11^th-13^th Police Reports

Tip of the Week: Car alarms don’t seem to be deterring individuals from breaking in and taking the GPS system. As a precaution, the GPS should be taken with you when your car is left unattended.

Breaking and Entering of Motor Vehicle

• Occurred between 11:45AM (9/10) and 8:30AM (9/11) – 1572 Beacon St.

Victim reported that his vehicle had been broken into and his GPS was stolen. Victim was informed by a neighbor who observed the car with a broken window. Nothing else was taken or disturbed from the vehicle. Victim found the vehicle still locked after the incident.

• Occurred between 3:03AM (9/12) and 4:30AM (9/12) – 255 Tappan St.

Police located a suspect that had been seen attempting to break into parked cars. Police were able to stop the suspect, who was on foot, and question him. Suspect was intoxicated and unable to give clear responses. A search of the suspects backpack produced stolen cell phones, car mirrors, and several bags of marijuana most likely ready for distribution. Suspect was placed under arrest. Suspect was charged with possession of Class D with intent to distribute, possession of Class D controlled substances within a school zone, attempted larceny from an auto, and malicious damage.

Disorderly Person

· Occurred 1:45AM (9/12) – 16-18 Parkway Rd.

Officers responded to a scene of a dispute that had become physical. Police were able to separate both parties and question each individual in regards to the incident. Several witnesses stated that there was an additional altercation involving two other individuals. One of the male individual was placed under arrest for assault and battery, assault and battery with a dangerous weapon, and disorderly conduct. The other individual was placed into protective custody and will be summonsed to court for assault and battery.

Graffiti

· Occurred between 5:00PM (9/10) and 9:00AM (9/11) – Brookline Av/Parkway Rd

Police responded to a call of graffiti located on a park bridge. Police checked the park for signs of spray-paint cans. Police will be conducting a follow up.

Larceny

· Occurred between 12:00PM (9/11) and 1:47PM (9/11) – 312 Harvard St.

Police responded to a local store in regards to an individual having stolen a red three wheel sport buggy. Police reviewed the surveillance tape. Suspect was described as a white male in his 30’s, approximately 6’ tall, and wearing a red windbreaker jacket. Police submitted a still shot of the suspect to the detectives division.

· Occurred 3:34PM (9/12) – 355 Washington St.

Victim reported that someone had stolen her backpack while she was at the library. Police reviewed the surveillance footage and the victim was able to identify the suspect. Suspect was described as a heavy set black female wearing a red baseball hat, white sweatshirt, blue jeans, and white sneakers. The backpack was black with a grey pocket near the middle. Victim was advised to cancel her debit card. The detective division will be following up on the case.

· Occurred between 9:36PM (9/12) and 10:36PM (9/12) – 714 Washington St.

Police responded to a call at a local tavern for reports of two stolen purses. The assailant was described as a tall white male, approximately 6’7.”

· Occurred between 8:00AM (9/11) and 7:00PM (9/13) – 90 Browne St.

Victim reported that his bike had been stolen from underneath his porch. Victim stated that he didn’t notice any suspicious activity. The bike was described as a red/white/black BMX.

· Occurred between 4:00PM (9/13) and 4:30PM (9/13) – 360 Tappan St.

Victim reported that a cable company employee was at his house for installation. Victim stated that once the employee left, he noticed that his watch was missing. Victim stated that he had last seen the watch before the employee left.

· Occurred between 3:00PM (8/29) and 8:00AM (9/3) – 116 Fuller St.

Victim reported that three I-Pod’s were stolen from his home. Victim believes that someone had entered his home at some point and took the I-Pod’s.

Malicious Damage

• Occurred between 11:30AM (9/12) and 11:35AM (9/12) – 26 Greenough St.

Victim reported having found the driver side mirror had been taken. Police observed that the interior wires of the mirrors had been cut.

Not Duly Licensed

• Occurred 12:33PM (9/11) – Beacon St/Carlton St.

Victim was hit by subject when making a turn into traffic. Police questioned both parties. The individual who had struck victim not only had made an illegal turn but had an expired license in his possession. Subject was cited for operating with an expired license and making a turn where prohibited.

• Occurred 10:30AM (9/6) – 1125 Boylston St.

Police stopped subject for a traffic violation. Subject presented an expired license. Subject will be summonsed to court for not being duly licensed and speeding.

Traffic Offense

• Occurred 12:42AM (9/11) – Beacon St/Summit Av

Subject was stopped due to an illegal turn into traffic. Subject was asked for her license and registration. Subject’s license status came back as revoked. Subject was cited for improper left turn and operating after revocation of license. Subject will be summonsed to court.

Brookline Police Are Looking for Your Help!

Anyone that may have witnessed a motor vehicle - bicycle crash on Wednesday, September 9,2009 around 7:20 p.m. is urged to call the Brookline Police Traffic Division at 617-730-2233.

This incident occurred on Longwood Avenue - in the Coolidge Corner area in Brookline.

September 10th Police Reports

September 10^th Police Reports

Breaking and Entering of Motor Vehicle

• Occurred 6:51PM (9/10) – Summit Av/Short St.

Victim reported having noticed that the driver side window frame molding of his vehicle had been damaged. Police observed the damage and feel as if the suspect had used a screw driver and tried to pry down the window. Victim feels that the attempt may have been made due to his GPS that was sitting on the windshield. Detectives will be processing the vehicle.

Fraud

• Occurred between 8:00AM (8/18) and 8:27AM (9/10) – 24 Williams St.

Victim reported fraudulent charges having been made through two of his credit cards. Victim was able to talk to both companies and cancel his credit cards. No further unauthorized accounts have opened up through the use of the victim’s name.

Larceny

• Occurred between 4:15PM (9/9) and 7:15AM (9/10) – 1 Brookline Pl.

Victim reported that the file cabinet key to her officer had gone missing. Victim stated that she had called a maintenance company to open the cabinet. Upon the file cabinet being forced open, victim stated that cash, checks, and receipts that had once been in the cabinet were missing as well. Police are currently in the process of contacting the manager.

• Occurred between 7:00AM (9/10) and 5:30PM (9/10) – 1 Brookline Pl.

Victim reported his bike stolen from the parking garage. Victim stated that he had locked the bike to a bike-rack within the garage. Police are working on retrieving the surveillance footage.

Malicious Damage

• Occurred between 7:00AM (9/9) and 8:30AM (9/9) – 630 Washington St.

Victim reported that someone had keyed his car. The passenger side of the victim’s car had a long scratch. Victim stated that he had just moved to the area so he is not aware of who may have done the damage.

• Occurred between 11:30PM (9/10) and 11:41PM (9/10) – 105 Holland Rd.

Police responded to two separate calls regarding an incident involving both calling parties. Police were able to have both parties relay the issue and the outcome. During the course of the conflict one party had managed to do damage to the other parties vehicle. Due to the damage, police have requested that the responsible party be summonsed to court.

Traffic Offense

• Occurred 12:43AM (9/10) – 1318 Beacon St.

Police stopped a suspect’s vehicle due to a traffic violation. Suspect was asked for his license and registration. Suspect was in possession of an international driver’s permit which isn’t considered as a valid license. Due to the suspect not having a valid license, he was placed under arrest. Suspect was cited for an illegal left turn and not duly licensed to operate a motor vehicle.

September 9th Police Reports

September 9^th Police Reports

Assault

• Occurred 6:49PM (9/9) – 32 Colbourne Cres

Police responded to a scene involving a verbal argument between two men that became physical. Victim was assaulted by suspect due to what the suspect believe was persistent noise making in the parking lot. Suspect will be summonsed to court for the charge of assault and battery.

Burglary

• Occurred between 1:00PM (9/6) and 6:00PM (9/6) – Stearns Rd.

Victim reported items having been stolen from her apartment. Victim stated that she had locked both apartments’ doors well. Victim had an idea of who the suspects may have been. Police are following up on the case.

Larceny

• Occurred between 6:00PM (9/8) and 7:00AM (9/9) – 97 Winthrop Rd

Victim reported that her bike was stolen from her front porch. The bike is a black and orange Nova Commuter bike with silver “X” on top of the frame.

• Occurred 9:00AM (9/9) and 2:00PM (9/9) – 35 Davis Av.

Victim reported that someone had stolen four of her planter pots off her porch. Victim stated that she had been home all day and hadn’t heard or seen any suspicious activity. Victim described the planters as heavy and antique looking.

• Occurred 4:23PM (9/9) – 1310 Beacon St.

Police responded to a local cell phone store for a robbery involving five young males. The store employees stated that the suspects had fled the store with two cell phones. Four of the five suspects were located and questioned. All four suspects were placed under arrest and charged with larceny. Police are currently working on locating the fifth suspect. Police have requested the video surveillance from the store.

Malicious Damage

• Occurred 10:13AM (9/9) – Beacon St/Centre St

Victim stated that an individual on his bike had struck his vehicle. Suspect had struck the right side mirror with his fist, causing it to fall. Suspect was found and questioned. Police have requested a clerks hearing for malicious damage.

Traffic Offense

• Occurred 10:01AM (9/9) – Milton Rd/Boylston St.

Suspect was stopped for making a prohibited turn in traffic. Suspect was stopped and was asked for his license and registration. Suspect’s license check came back as revoked. Suspect was placed under arrest for operating m/v after revocation

September 8th Police Reports

September 8^th Police Reports

Larceny

• Occurred between 9:00AM (9/8) and 11:15AM (9/8) – 25 Harvard St.

Victim reported that her wallet was stolen from her purse while exercising. Victim stated that the roster was missing an individual who hadn’t signed in. Police are following up on the case.

• Occurred between 12:00PM (8/20) and 12:38PM (9/8) – High St.

Victim reported that her children’s Nintendo Wii video gaming system was missing from her closet. Victim states that her apartment was scheduled to be exterminated. According to the victim, the system went missing during the time when the maintenance workers were in her apartment.

• Occurred between 12:59PM (6/14) and 12:59PM (7/31) – 190 Harvard St.

Subject reported to police that a few items that belonged to her sister had been stolen. Victim stated that she noticed missing items during her move out process. Victim believes that the only other person who is able to enter the apartment is someone who has a key. Police questioned the maintenance worker and landlord. Detectives will be following up on the case.

• Occurred 7:34PM (9/8) – University Rd.

Victim reported his bike was stolen from his garage. Victim states that nothing else had been taken but suspect did leave a bike behind. Police have placed the bike in evidence.

• Occurred between 7:30AM (9/8) and 7:33PM (9/8) – 120 Armory St.

Victim reported that someone had stolen his bike. Victim states that he had locked the bike to a parking sign pole. Victim had taken the seat off the bike hoping to deter any theft. Victim will be notifying police with the serial numbers.

Malicious Damage

• Occurred between 12:00PM (9/4) and 7:20AM (9/8) – 1768 Beacon St.

Victim reported having found glass fragments on the floor in her apartment. Victim stated she then observed that two of her windows had been damaged. Police noted that the damage didn’t appear to be the result of an attempted break in.

Operating after Suspension

• Occurred 12:58PM (9/8) – 1396 Beacon St.

Suspect was stopped by police for failure to use signals when having entered into oncoming traffic. Police were able to stop suspect. Suspect’s license check came back suspended. Suspect was placed under arrest for operating after suspension. Suspect was be issued a citation for failing to use turn signal and failing to yield to oncoming traffic while turning left.

• Occurred 5:01PM (9/8) – Washington St/Davis Av

Police responded to a call of an individual driving erratically. Suspect was stopped by police. Suspect’s license check came back suspended. Suspect was placed under arrest for operating after suspension.

Robbery

• Occurred between 12:15AM (9/8) and 1:30AM (9/8) – Babcock St/Commonwealth Av.

Victim had approached a patrol car to state that he had been assaulted and his assailants had taken his bag. Victim stated that all four males had fled in a dark green van. As victim was talking to the officers, the van drove by. Police stopped the van. Police found five occupants, all of whom were questioned in regards to the incident. All parties were placed under arrest and will be charged with unarmed robbery, assault and battery, assault and battery D/W, and disorderly.

Violation of Court Order

• Occurred between 5:31AM (6/14) and 11:00PM (6/14) – 0 Harvard Pl.

Victim reported that her assailant had violated a restraining order she had against him. Suspect will be charged with three counts of violation of the restraining order. After being unable to locate the suspect, police have requested a warrant.

Warrant- Default

• Occurred 10:04PM (9/8) – 350 Washington St.

Upon arriving to the police station to retrieve her car, subject’s towed vehicle report displayed a warrant. Subject was placed under arrest for the warrant.

September 3rd-7th Police Reports

September 3^rd-7^th Police Reports

Tip of the week: Periodically checking one's credit/debit transactions/withdrawals is another means of preventing oneself from identity theft and fraud

Breaking and Entering of Motor Vehicle

• Occurred between 11:00PM (9/7) and 12:29AM (9/8) – 320 Hammond Pond Pk.

Victim reported having found the front passenger side window of his car smashed. Victim stated that the only item taken was a GPS. Detectives will be processing the vehicle.

Graffiti

• Occurred between 12:00PM (9/5) and 2:00PM (9/7) – 1011 Beacon St.

Victim reported having found graffiti marks on the side of his restaurant. Victim had found a ladder that he thinks could have been used for roof access. Police are following up on the case.

ID Fraud

• Occurred between 12:45PM (9/4) and 1:00PM (9/4) – Beacon St.

Victim informed police that her stolen wallet held a debit card that had been fraudulently used several times. Victim was able to contact the bank and cancel her credit/debit card. Detectives will be following up on the case.

Larceny

• Occurred 9:30PM (8/28) and 12:00PM (8/29) – Washington St/Salisbury Rd

Victim reported that his bike had been stolen. Victim stated that he had secured the bike to a town sign. The bike had not been removed by the town.

• Occurred 8:00PM (8/31) and 7:00PM (9/1) – 17 Stearns Rd.

Victim reported that his bike had been stolen from the tree it had been secured to. Victim stated that he had locked the bike using a cable bike lock. Police attempted to contact other tenants of the victims building but no one seemed aware of the situation.

• Occurred 12:10PM (9/4) – 1550 Beacon St.

Victim reported that his arm chair and toaster oven had been stolen from the common area of her apartment building during a moving process. Victim stated that the moving company is currently investigating the incident. Police will be notified once the surveillance footage has been reviewed.

• Occurred 9:36AM (9/5) – 294 Harvard St.

Police responded to a local store for a report of an elderly female that had been caught stealing. Police advised her of a no trespass order they will be issuing in regards to the store. Suspect was also advise that she will be summonsed to court for shoplifting.

• Occurred 8:38PM (9/5) – 1 Muddy River PK.

Victim reported that his backpack was stolen from a park bench. Victim stated that the items within the backpack were: a Macbook Pro laptop, the laptop charger, a wireless mouse, a college algebra textbook, and a Verizon phone charger. Victim didn’t find any suspicious individual in the area.

• Occurred 9:23PM (9/5) – 224 High St.

Victim reported that her purse had been stolen from a park bench. Victim stated that the three individuals present at the time were well acquainted with her. Victim gave the name of one of the individuals she suspected. Police questioned the suspect. Police are following up on the case.

Malicious Damage

• Occurred 2:58PM (9/3) and 3:01PM (9/3) – 1514 Beacon St.

Victim reported that a pane of his condo’s glass window was found broken. Victim stated that before the break he had heard a loud sound of breaking glass. A crab apple sized pod was found on the kitchen floor. The pods grow in the rear of the condo. Police checked the rear of the building.

• Occurred between 5:00PM (9/3) and 8:44AM (9/4) – 101 Abbottsford Rd.

Victim reported that the lower portion of his vehicle’s rear window had been smashed. Nothing was found to have been missing from the vehicle. Police are following up on the case.

• Occurred between 1:25AM (9/5) and 1:50AM (9/5) – 78 Winthrop Rd

Officers responded to a call in regards to caller having been awoken by the sound of breaking glass. Upon observation police discovered that the caller’s house had egg residue all over the front side and broken glass from the upper story storm window.

A passerby told police that he had seen two individuals run down the street. The two suspects were described to have been kids.

• Occurred between 11:53PM (9/5) and 12:10AM (9/6) – 78 Winthrop Rd.

Police reported for the second time to victim’s house for another report of having been awoken by breaking glass. Victims stated that they don’t have any enmity with any neighbors since they had just moved in. Police will be surveying the area during the hours in which both incidents occurred. Detectives will be following up on the case.

• Occurred between 7:30PM (9/4) and 3:30PM (9/6) – 158 Naples Rd.

Victim reported that she found footprints on the back window, roof, and front hood of her car. Police observed a minor dent on the hood. Victim wanted to file a report for insurance purposes.

Operating after Suspension

• Occurred between 2:12AM (9/4) and 2:45AM (9/4) – Boylston St/Lee St

Suspect was stopped by police due to a traffic violation. Suspect was asked for his license and registration. Suspect’s registration was found to have been revoked and his license had been suspended. Suspect was issued a citation for Right of Center, uninsured MV, unregistered MV, and operating after license suspension. Suspect was advised that he will be summonsed to court for the offenses.

• Occurred 1:21AM (9/7) – Walnut St/High St.

Suspect was stopped by police after having driven through a red light. Suspect’s license was suspended. Suspect was placed under arrest. Suspect will be charged with a red light violation and operating after suspension.

Violation of Restraining Order

• Occurred between 9:00PM (9/4) and 10:00PM - Winthrop Rd

Police were notified by the victim in regards to her offender having violated the restraining order she had against him. Police were able to locate suspect and arrest him without incident.

Warrant Default

• Occurred 5:52PM (9/4) – Walnut St/Fountain St Roxbury

Police had been investigating a series of larcenies involving two particular suspects. Police had been able to locate the suspects. Both suspects were placed under arrest.

• Occurred 12:07AM (9/5) – Grove St/Walnut Hill Rd

Police responded to report of an intoxicated male in the roadway. Suspect was unable to provide any identification. Police were notified that the suspect had a default warrant for unlicensed operation. Suspect was advised of the warrant and placed under arrest.

Warrant: Traffic Violation

• Occurred 10:51PM (9/7) – Dunster Rd/Boylston St

Suspect was stopped for a speeding violation. Police were informed that suspect had a warrant for his arrest. Suspect was placed under arrest for the warrant. Suspect was issued a citation for red light violation and speeding.

September 1st Police Reports

September 1^st Police Reports

Traffic Offense

• Occurred 9:07AM (9/1) – Heath St/Cary Rd.

Suspect was seen backing out illegally from a parking lot and into a busy street. Suspect was asked for his license and registration. Suspect stated that he had a driver’s license from his home country but not from the U.S. The foreign license was expired. Suspect was placed under arrest and cited for improper backing and being not duly licensed to operate a motor vehicle. Police cited the owner of the vehicle for allowing an improper person to operate his motor vehicle.

August 28th-31st Police Reports

August 28^th-31^st Police Reports

Tip of the week: Secure laptops with a lock to prevent theft

Arrest

• Occurred between 1:58AM (8/29) and 2:30AM (8/29) – Chestnut Hill Av/Dean Rd.

Suspect was found parked on the side of a public way. Police were able to talk to the suspect after several attempts at knocking on the suspect’s car window. Suspect appeared to be intoxicated. Suspect was placed under arrest for operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol.

• Occurred 2:39AM (8/29) – 227 Winchester St.

Police responded to a hit and run traffic crash. Suspect was questioned in regards to the crash. During questioning police noticed that the suspect appeared to be intoxicated. Suspect was placed under arrest for operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol.

Assault

• Occurred 5:59PM (8/31) – University Rd.

Police responded to a residence from which two 911 hang up calls had been made. Once at the residence police were made aware that the suspect had shoved his parents during an altercation between the suspect and his younger brother. Police placed suspect under arrest for three counts of Assault and Battery/Domestic.

Burglary

• Occurred between 9:00PM (8/27) and 6:01AM (8/28) – 1688 Beacon St.

Subject called police in regards to having found the window to his neighbor’s apartment pried open. The victim stated that nothing had been missing. Police found another window that had been pried open, but the victim’s within the second apartment stated that nothing had been missing.

• Occurred between 8:00AM (8/27) and 3:00PM (8/29) – 18 Homer St.

Victim called police when she and her roommate found their apartment had been broken into and several items were missing. Victims found the back door to their apartment had been left slightly open and unlocked. Among the several items that had been missing were a laptop computer and several pieces of jewelry. Police observed that the point of entry could have been the bedroom window which had been forced open by a tool, possibly a screwdriver, and the exit may have been the backdoor. Police were told by a neighbor that she had observed two men loading items into an older model, brown, jeep Wrangler. Neighbor stated that she didn’t recognize the two men and that one of them was bald and muscular. Detectives will be following up on the case.

• Occurred between 4:30PM (8/29) and 11:30AM (8/30) – 32 Station St.

Victim reported that she was missing a great amount of cash from the register at the business she owns. Police observed that the entry may have been gained by prying/forcing the rear door of the business. No other items were reported missing. Detectives will be processing the scene.

• Occurred between 8:30AM (8/25) and 10:30AM (8/31) – Pierce St.

Victim reported that a great amount of money had been stolen from an envelope that was in her desk drawer of her office. Victim reported that also missing was a Dell laptop computer. Police found the computer wrapped in several plastic bags on a counter next to a sink. The envelope which had previously held the stolen cash and the laptop will be taken in for processing.

• Occurred between 8:30AM (8/31) and 7:00PM (8/31) – 1406 Beacon St.

Victims called police in regards to a break in of their apartment. They noticed that their laptop computers were missing. Police observed pry marks, at the front door lock that appear to be from a screwdriver type instrument. Police noticed that the power cords of both victims had been taken from their power strips. A third resident had arrived and informed police that her laptop computer had been missing as well. Both power strips will be submitted into evidence.

Graffiti

• Occurred between 12:00PM (8/30) and 10:04AM (8/31) – 1 Harry Downes Tech Field

An employee of the Park Department had called police in regards to damage and graffiti he found at the storage/bathroom facility of a local field. Police noticed that the lock to the gate had been cut and graffiti marks had been made on three doors of the building. The bathroom door locks had been cut as well. Police found marks on the bathroom walls as well as the stall walls. Photos were taken of each mark and placed into evidence. A follow up investigation will be conducted.

Larceny

• Occurred 2:38PM (8/28) - 285 Harvard St.

Victim stated that she had her purse stolen from a local coffee shop. Victim was able to cancel her credit cards and suspend her cell phone number. Police are in the process of retrieving the video surveillance tape.

• Occurred 10:10AM (8/28) – 315 Harvard St.

A local store manager called police in regards to two females who had stolen a great deal of merchandise. The suspects were seen stealing by a customer who had informed the manager. The manager hadn’t seen the suspects and was unable to give a description. The customer stated the two suspects were black and in their twenties. Police are following up on the case.

• Occurred between 1:00PM (8/29) and 3:00PM (8/29)

Police were on patrol of a local shop that had been involved in a series of thefts. On this particular day police had observed the suspected individual canvassing the area of the shop. Police approached the suspect and advised him of why he was going to be questioned. Suspect was placed under arrest without incident. Police is currently working on linking suspect to the many crimes that he may have committed. Police will be confirming fingerprints found at the scenes to those of the suspect. A criminal application was filed charging the suspect with operating after a revoked license, larceny from a building, and receiving stolen property.

• Occurred 12:00PM (8/30) – 40 Webster St.

Victim stated that after having checked out of a hotel she discovered that she was missing a bracelet. Victim had called the hotel and was directed to speak with the individual who was in charge of items that were left behind by guests. Victim stated that the individual she spoke to was impolite and had abruptly hung up. Police spoke to hotel staff who will speak to the individual with whom the victim had spoken to. Police have requested a follow up investigation by detectives if the item isn’t located.

• Occurred 12:05PM (8/23) – 114 Clinton Rd.

Victim reported that someone had broken into his vehicle. The items that the victim reported missing were a Cannon Digital Camera and two healing crystals. Victim found several other items strewn about in the backyard of his garage. Police are following up on the case.

• Occurred 2:54PM (8/31) – 361 Washington St.

Victim stated that her wallet had been stolen from her bag while she was at the Public Library. Victim is in the process of canceling her credit cards and her debit card.

• Occurred between 5:15PM (8/18) and 5:30PM (8/18) – 58 Atherton Rd.

Victim reported that she had been at a Staples store using the printer for documents she needed off her flash drive. Victim states that her flash drive had been stolen when she went to pay for the printed pages. Police are following up on the case.

Malicious Damage

• Occurred between 6:00AM (8/27) and 5:30PM (8/27) – Freeman St/Pleasant St.

Victim stated that someone had damaged the passenger side door of his vehicle. Victim states that his fellow co-workers and he have been involved in a dispute with individuals that may be the cause of the damage. Detectives will be following up on the matter.

• Occurred between 8:30PM (8/28) and 8:45PM (8/28) – 236 Washington St.

Victim stated that he had found suspect in the alley behind the restaurant at which he works. Victim believed the suspect was attempting a break-in through a screened window. Victim stated that the suspect attempted to assault him but failed and ran away. Victim gave the description of the suspect to police. Police were able to locate suspect and question him. Suspect was placed under arrest for Malicious Destruction of Property and assault.

• Occurred between 6:00PM (8/27) and 10:30AM (8/29) – 1032 Commonwealth Av.

A tenant of a local housing complex called police in regards to having found the front door to the building damaged. The several markings that police found on the heavy glass entryway appear to be consistent with a key or sharp object. Police will be contacting the building owner in regards to the damage.

Not Duly Licensed

• Occurred 11:25PM (8/31) -1717 Beacon St.

Suspect was stopped for speeding. When asked for license and registration, the suspect stated that he was from Kansas and had left his license at a bar. Police were informed that he wasn’t licensed in Kansas. An RMV check revealed that there was no record of a license for the suspect. The suspect was placed under arrest for not being a licensed operator.

Straight Warrant

• Occurred 1:55AM (8/28) – Boylston St/Hammond St.

Police stopped suspect for driving in excess of the speed limit. A routine check of the license and registration produced a straight warrant that the suspect had. Suspect was placed under arrest. Suspect’s vehicle was handed over to a friend.

August 27th Police Reports

August 27th Police Reports

Threats

8-27-09 0800 hours Schick Park

Victim states a male subject threatened her with his three dogs in Schick Park. She informed him she was calling the police and he left the area.

Malicious Destruction

8-27-09 between 7:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.

Victim reports he parked his car near the intersection of Pleasant and Freeman streets and that his car window was damaged by a sharp object, possibly a key.

8-26-09 0700 hours Freeman and Pleasant St

Victim stated he parked his car near Freeman and Pleasant streets and returned around 3:30 p.m. to find a good portion of his vehicle had been damaged by a sharp object, possibly a key.

Larceny by False Pretense

The victim found an apartment to rent on Garrison Rd. and paid a deposit approximately one month ago which included first and last month’s rent and a security deposit. When given the keys to the apartment, they failed to work. Since then, she has not been able to contact the person she made the payment to and believes she was scammed as the money was withdrawn from her account.

Larceny

8-27-09 1300 hours Harvard St.

Victim reported her purse was stolen after she had left it on a chair while she ordered food at Brueggers Bagels. Police are following up on the case.

Annoying and Accosting/Assault and Battery

8-27-09 1500 hours 15 Harvard St

Victim reports her and her niece were approached by a male who they did not know and began to strike up an inappropriate conversation. The man, without any consent or right to do so, placed his hands on the victim. Suspect was located placed under arrest.

Warrant Arrest

8-28-09 0155 hours Boylston St

A male subject was stopped for speeding on Boylston St. When queried, police located an active warrant for her arrest. She was subsequently arrested.

Residential Burglary

8/28/09 0800 hours Beacon St

A reporting party noticed a neighbor’s window screen was pried open. Officers noticed a $10 bill and a local restaurant receipt on the ground outside. The resident did not hear or see anything during the night. Police are following up on the case.

August 26th Police Reports

August 26^th Police Reports

Breaking and Entering of Motor Vehicle

• Occurred between 9:15PM (8/26) and 9:30PM (8/22) – Alwyngton Rd.

Victim reported he observed someone broke into his car and stole his GPS. Victim stated that he gave chase to the individual and was given back his GPS. The suspect was described as a white male, about 5’10,” with a medium build, had short dark hair, was wearing a white t-shirt, and dark jeans. The vehicle and the GPS will be processed.

ID Fraud

• Occurred 11:12AM (8/26) – High St.

Victim reported that someone had been using his company account to pay their bills for various companies. Victim made his company aware of the fraudulent charges.

Larceny

• Occurred 1:59PM (8/26) – Harris St.

Victim reported that a black canvas bad containing old video equipment and half the contents of her bureaus jewelry drawer were missing from her apartment. There were no signs of forced entry on both the front and back doors. Police will have the scene processed.

• Occurred between 7:00PM (8/25) and 4:30PM (8/26) – 89 Mason Tr.

Victim reported having found that his motorcycle license plate was missing. Police are following up on the case.

• Occurred between 5:15PM (8/26) and 5:20PM (8/26) – Washington St/Pond Av

Police noticed a suspicious individual run into a local store with what appeared to be an empty bagpack. Police noticed that as soon the suspect came out the store, the bagpack seemed heavier and full. Police checked the video footage of the store and observed that the suspect had stolen a great deal of medication. Police stopped the suspect. The suspect was placed under arrest for shoplifting. The stolen merchandise was placed into evidence.

Malicious Damage

• Occurred between 10:30PM (8/25) and 10:45PM (8/25) – Kilsyth Rd.

Victim stated that her house had been damaged by eggs. Victim believes it could be her neighbor due to past conflicts and having found an egg carton on the curb of the suspect’s house. The carton will be placed into evidence

August 25th Police Reports

August 25^th Police Reports

Breaking and Entering and Larceny of Motor Vehicle

• Occurred 2:33AM (8/25) – 132 Pleasant St.

Police received a car in regards to three males that were checking car door handles in a parking lot. All three males were located and placed under arrest and will be charged with Breaking and Entering in the nighttime with intent to commit a felony. They will also be facing charges for receiving stolen property.

Burglary

• Occurred between 1:00PM (8/25) and 5:30PM (8/25) – Middlesex Rd.

Victims stated that they suspect that their step-son had broken into their house and stolen a large sum of coins. Police found no signs of forced entry and believe that the suspect may have a key. A request has been made to summons suspect on charged of Breaking and Entering during the day and larceny from a building.

Fraud

• Occurred 8:52PM (8/25) – Englewood Av.

Victim reported that she had ordered a new debit card in the mail, but had yet to receive it. She stated that she was made aware of a series of charges made by the use of the debit card she never received. Detectives will be following up on the case.

Graffiti

• Occurred between 8:00PM (8/24) and 9:00AM (8/25) – 194 Aspinwall Av.

Victim reported having been woken up due to noisy youth outside her house. Victim was unable to identify the two young males due to the dark night. Victim stated that she went to check on her fence and found that it had been spray painted. Police found a utility pole having been painted by the same color. Photos were taken and the marks will be removed by a contractor.

Larceny

• Occurred between 3:00PM (8/24) and 10:06AM (8/25) – 69 Clinton Rd.

Victim stated that someone had broken into her vehicle. The items that went missing from the vehicle were: a game boy system along with a game and her pocketbook. Detectives will be processing the scene.

• Occurred between 7:30PM (1/22) and 12:02AM (1/23) – 51 Egmont St.

Police observed a suspect circling the block several times and observing the neighborhood. Suspect proceeded to steal a bike and ride off on it. Police were able to catch up to the suspect and question him in regards to the bike. Suspect also had a warrant out for his arrest. Suspect was placed under arrest and the bike was seized for evidence.

• Occurred between 5:20PM (8/25) and 5:31PM (8/25) – 285 Harvard St.

Victim reported that she was at a local coffee shop when she was approached by an unknown male. She stated when she went to grab her purse it was gone. Victim described the suspect as a dark skin black male, 6’2,” large build, was wearing a plaid shirt, denim jacket, and had a goatee. When police questioned other individuals, an employee stated that he had noticed a small hoop earring in the left ear of the suspect. Victim will be canceling her credit cards. The cup that the suspect had held will be placed into evidence for processing.

Malicious Damage

• Occurred between 6:00PM (8/20) and 8:00PM (8/20) – St Paul St/Commonwealth Av.

Victim notified police of having found his vehicle damaged by an unknown assailant. The entire vehicle, including the trunk and hood, had been keyed. Police are following up on the case.

Warrant Apprehension

• Occurred 1:14AM (8/25) – Boylston St/Chestnut Hill Av.

Suspect was stopped by police due to driving above the posted speed limit. Suspect was asked for his license and registration. A check of the license revealed that it was expired. Police also found that there was a straight felony warrant issued for the suspect. Suspect was placed under arrest for traffic offenses and the straight warrant.

August 24th Police Reports

August 24^th Police Reports

Burglary

• Occurred between 8:00AM (8/24) and 5:30PM (8/24) – Longwood Av.

Victim reported that her laptop was missing from her apartment. Victim stated that she was attempting to sell a few items recently and that one of the individuals had her address. Victim had found the back door of her apartment unlocked.

Possession Marijuana

• Occurred 2:08AM (8/24) – 138 Winchester St.

Police reported to a scene of a suspect that had fled a scene of an assault and battery. While the suspect was being questioned, officers noticed that the suspect was acting and behaving in a manner one would after consumption of drugs. During the search they recovered a plastic bag of marijuana. Suspect was placed under arrest. He will be issued a MA Uniform Citation for possession with Intent to Distribute Class D.

August 21st-23rd Police Reports

August 21st - 23rd Police Reports

Tip of the Week: Please keep a close watch on handbags when out in public.

I.D Fraud

• Occurred between 11:31AM (11/8) and 11:31AM (8/23) – Tappan St.

Victim reported having been notified about a loan that been taken out using her name and social security number. Victim was able to notify the bank of the fraudulent occurrence. Victims bank statements and letters to and from her bank will be submitted into evidence.

Larceny

• Occurred between 12:45AM (8/18) and 1:15PM (8/18) – 888 Commonwealth Av.

Victim reported that her wallet had been stolen out of her bag while she was at a local restaurant. Victim stated that she had placed that bag on the floor. Victim will be canceling her credit cards and was advised to contact her bank.

• Occurred between 7:30PM (8/21) and 9:00PM (8/21) – 185 Freeman St.

Victim reported that several of his items were stolen while he was in the process of moving. Victim was told by the concierge that he may view the video footage so that he may be able to see who may have taken the items.

• Occurred between 5:15AM (8/23) and 6:05AM (8/23) – 6 Claflin Rd/2 Claflin Rd.

Subject reported having seen two black males physically pick up someone’s scooter and place it into a U-Haul truck. The individuals had driven away, but the subject had caught a glimpse of the license plate. Police were able to stop the truck and question the individuals. Both males were charged with larceny property and conspiracy to commit a crime. The U-Haul truck was towed.

• Occurred 12:39AM (8/23) – 99 Harvard St.

A store employee stated having seen an individual leave the store without paying for a can of baby formula. Suspect was described as a black male, approximately 35 to 40 years of age, was wearing a white shirt with black stripes, and had no facial hair. Police were able to obtain a photo of the suspect who was positively identified by the store’s employee. An application for a summons will be submitted.

• Occurred between 1:33PM (8/22) and 1:33 PM (8/23) – `Beacon St.

Victim reported that the front license plate of his car was missing. A search of the surrounding area could not locate the plate. The vehicle had no signs of damage or temperament. A stolen motor vehicle report will be filed.

Malicious Damage

• Occurred between 8:00PM (8/20) and 8:00AM (8/21) – 159 High St.

Victim reported having found her front storm door window shattered. Victim will be notifying the landlord to make the repairs.

Motor Vehicle Theft

• Occurred 12:00AM (8/23) – 1195 Boylston St.

Victim reported having gone into a local store to purchase a drink while having left his car running. Victim stated that he came back and his car was gone. Victims car was a 2007 “electric blue” Hyundai. Police will be following up on the case.

Operating after Revocation

• Occurred 3:30AM (8/22) – 300 Kent St.

Victim had stopped police in regards to having almost been hit by a vehicle. Police gave pursuit to the suspect’s vehicle once victim pointed it out. Suspect was asked for his license and registration. Suspect stated that his license had been revoked. Suspect was placed under arrest for operating after revocation. Suspect’s vehicle was released to the registered owner.

August 20th Police Reports

August 20^th Police Reports

Larceny

• Occurred between 7:30PM (8/19) and 6:37AM (8/20) – 22 Searle Av.

Victim reported that two bikes were stolen off his front porch. Victim stated that the bikes had been locked together by a chain which was taken as well. There were no witnesses to the crime.

Warrant

• Occurred 2:30AM (8/20) – 1157 Beacon St.

Suspect had been in a park that was closed to the public after dark. Due to the suspicious activity, police pursued the vehicle and conducted a traffic stop. Police learned that the suspect had a suspended license and a straight warrant. Due to the suspended license and the warrant, the suspect was placed under arrest. Suspect’s vehicle was released to a family member and he was issued a citation for operating after suspension.

August 19th Police Reports

August 19^th Police Reports

Domestic Abuse

• Occurred 2:03AM (8/19) – Independence Dr.

Victim reported a verbal dispute that became physical. Victim states that during the argument his girlfriend assaulted. The offender was placed under arrest for Domestic Assault and Battery.

Warrant Apprehension

• Occurred 12:51AM (8/19) – 300 South St.

A suspect was placed under arrest for an outstanding warrant. The individual’s property was taken and secured at the station.

Larceny

• Occurred 1:51PM (8/19) – 888 Commonwealth Av.

Victim reported that her wallet was stolen from her purse while she was at a local restaurant. Another customer stated that she had seen two suspicious males around where the victim was seated. Customer described one of the male suspects to be between 20 and 30 years old and was wearing a green shirt with a thin white stripe across. Victim was advised to cancel her credit cards.

Fraud

• Occurred between 12:30PM (7/29) and 10:15AM (8/5) – Dwight St.

Victim reported having been informed by his credit company about some suspicious transactions. Victim’s credit card was canceled.

ID Fraud

• Occurred 7:32PM (8/19) – Beacon St.

Victim reported that an unknown individual had somehow managed to change her address on her debit account. Victim was concerned due to the personal information that is normally required for an address change. Police are following up on the case.

August 18th Police Reports

August 18^th Police Reports

Sexual Asssault

At approximately 2:20 A.M. on the morning of August 18, 2009 a female resident of the Town of Brookline was walking on Harvard St. in the Coolidge Corner Area. Allegedly, two male suspects struck the victim on the head from behind, strangled her and put her into a red pick-up truck that was waiting on a nearby side street.

The assailants placed her in the back seat of the truck and sexually assaulted her. The victim described the assailants as two Hispanic males, approximately 5’10”, in their twenties or thirties; wearing dark shirts and white pants. One suspect was described to be approximately 175 pounds, while the other is thought to be a little heavier.

Larceny

• Occurred 10:29AM (8/18) – 39 Columbia St.

Victim reported that her bike was stolen from the railing of her porch. Victim didn’t notice anyone suspicious in the area of her home.

Burglary

• Occurred between 2:00PM (8/18) and 6:00PM (8/18) – 1029 Beacon St.

Victim reported that he found the front door to her apartment partially open. Upon having entered the apartment, victim noticed that his TV was missing. Also missing was cash from the victim’s night stand drawer. The drawer from the stand was left lying on the floor along with several other items. There were no signs of forced entry or any damaged locks. Neighbors reported having seen an individual that had walked out from the apartment complex with a blue shoulder bag. The suspect was described as a black male in his mid 20’s, approximately 5’10,” with a thin build, wearing a dark colored shirt, blue baggy jean shorts, and a brown baseball cap. The victim’s neighbor’s stated that the male was accompanied by a white or light skinned female, approximately in her 20’s, 5’5,” thin build, wearing a blue sun dress, and sun glasses.

Assault

• Occurred between 11:32PM (8/18) and 11:52PM (8/18) – Beacon St/Washington St.

Victims reported having heard breaking glass while out on a stroll. All four parties decided to investigate where the noise had come from. A few seconds later a Grey hatchback Volvo came around and started throwing eggs at the victims. Victims stated that the Volvo contained four college aged white males.

August 14th-17th Police Reports

August 14^th-17^th Police Reports

Tip of the week: Make sure your car is parked in a well lit area at night.

Breaking and Entering of Motor Vehicle

• Occurred between 8:50AM (8/14) and 9:00AM (8/15) – 32 Kent St.

Victim reported that the company van he drives had a smashed driver’s side window. The only item missing was the GPS unit. Police will be following up on the incident with the company manager.

• Occurred 3:11AM (8/16) – Commonwealth Av/Naples Rd.

Police observed a male suspect trying to break into several locked vehicles. Suspect was approached by police. Police found a mini-mag flashlight and an I-phone charger on the suspect during a pat and frisk. Both items were submitted into evidence. Suspect was placed under arrest and taken to the station for booking.

• Occurred between 10:30AM (8/15) and 12:29PM (8/16) – 143 Freeman St.

Victim reported that her neighbor had found her car door on the drivers side left open. Victim stated that the only item missing was her GPS unit from her glove compartment. The vehicle had no signs of pry-marks or other signs of forced-entry.

Burglary

• Occurred 2:30PM (8/15) and 12:31AM (8/16) – Hurd Rd.

Victims reported that their apartment had been broken into through the kitchen window. The victims found tares by each of the locking/lifting mechanisms of the window. Victims stated that the back door to the apartment had been left wide open and the rear exterior door had been left unlocked as well. Many items had been disturbed around the apartment. Victims found that a few of their possessions were missing: an Apple MacBook laptop, two jewelry boxes, and a Palm Pilot. Detectives will be processing the scene.

Domestic Abuse

• Occurred 2:11AM (8/17) – High St.

Victim reported that her husband was being physically abusive.Victim stated in detail the series of events that caused her to call police. Based on the details provided, the suspect was placed under arrest for A&B Domestic.

Domestic Dispute

• Occurred 11:45AM (8/17) – Clyde St.

Police responded to a dispute between three siblings that resulted in injuries to their mother. Two of the siblings were placed under arrest for domestic assault and battery. Police questioned the third sibling in regards to what happened. Photos were taken of the damage that had been caused within the dwelling during the dispute. The third sibling was placed under arrest and charged with Domestic A&B, A&B – Dangerous Weapon, and Malicious Damage. The mother of the siblings was taken to the hospital for medical attention.

Fraud

• Occurred between 12:00AM (7/16) and 8:50PM (8/17) – Seaver St.

Victim reported having been contacted by her credit card company in regards to a few fraudulent charges. Victim stated that she immediately changed her account number. Victim was advised to contact the necessary credit reporting agencies.

Graffiti

• Occurred between 9:00PM (8/15) and 9:00AM (8/16) – 1904 Beacon St.

Victim reported graffiti marks on the curb and street in front of her apartment building. Photos were taken of the marks and will be placed in evidence.

ID Fraud

• Occurred between 10:00AM (8/14) and 2:00PM (8/14) – Rawson Rd.

Victim reported of several transactions and withdrawals that had been made from her account without her knowledge. Victim had closed her account and contacted the credit bureau to monitor her identity. Photocopies of the withdrawals and transactions were submitted into evidence.

Larceny

• Occurred 9:45PM (8/14) – 102 Davis Av.

Victim reported that both of his mountain bikes had been stolen from his driveway. Police requested that other units keep an eye out for the bikes.

• Occurred between 1:10PM (8/14) and 3:00PM (8/14) – 40 Webster St.

Victim reported that her jewelry was taken from the bathroom sink while she had been out. A housekeeper was questioned in regards to the missing items and she stated having allowed an unidentified male into the room. She stated that the suspect was medium built, approximately 6’1,” was wearing a white t-shirt and white color shorts, had a light skin complexion, a blue cap concealed his face, and he had a black satchel bag.

• Occurred 2:21PM (8/15) – 1002 Beacon St.

Victim reported that her credit card had been left at a restaurant. Upon having gone back to retrieve the card, victim was told that it was no longer in their possession. Victim was later contacted that day by her credit card company in regards to three fraudulent charges. The locations where the purchases were made had been contacted and the female that had been described was verified by the victim as her waitress from the restaurant. The suspect was taken in for questioning and then released. A request of a summons for possession and/or receiving a lost or stolen credit card was also made.

• Occurred 10:01PM (8/15) – 33 Aspinwall Av.

Victim reported that she had observed a white male trying to steal the front wheel off her bike. Victim had scared the suspect off. Upon having observed the bike, victim found that the pedals had been stolen.

• Occurred between 7:00PM (8/14) and 5:00PM (8/15) – 47 Cotswold Rd.

Victim reported that his bike was stolen from his driveway. Police are following up on the case.

• Occurred between 10:00AM (8/17) and 3:45PM (8/17) – 247 Walnut St.

Victim reported that her mountain bike was stolen off her porch. Police are following up on the case.

• Occurred 4:45PM (8/17) and 5:15PM (8/17) – 47 Crowninshield Rd.

Victim reported that his bike was stolen from the side porch. Victim had no further information about the bike. Police will follow up on the case.

• Occurred between 4:00PM (8/17) and 8:30PM (8/17) – 191 Clyde St.

An employee of a fitness center contacted police in regards to an LCD TV that had been stolen off the wall in a fitness room. Police observed the scene and it appeared that the culprit had used a chair to pry the television off the bracket. A metal curl bar that had been found on the ground and a Motorola cable box will be taken for processing. The center is currently working on submitting the surveillance footage.

Malicious Damage

• Occurred between 6:00PM (8/13) and 7:00AM (8/14) – 20 Stearns Rd.

Victim reported that his vehicle had sustained a large incision upon its rear driver’s side tire. The flat was caused presumably by force with a large sized knife.

• Occurred between 6:30PM (8/13) and 7:00AM (8/14) – 20 Stearns Rd.

Victim reported having found his car tire with an incision, presumably forcefully stabbed by a large sized knife. A surrounding area check was unable to locate an instrument/knife used to slash the tire.

• Occurred between 7:00PM (8/13) and 7:00AM (8/14) – 20 Stearns Rd.

Victim reported a deep incision having been made on the rear driver’s side tire of his car. It seems that the incision may have been made with a large sized knife. Victim is unsure of who may have wanted to damage his car.

• Occurred between 7:00PM (8/13) and 7:00AM (8/14) – 20 Stearns Rd.

Police observed that an individual’s car tire had been slashed. The damage was consistent with the rash of other vandalism that occurred overnight. Police will be contacting the owner.

• Occurred 1:44AM (8/16) – 1471 Beacon St.

Victim reported having been assaulted by an uninvited guest that had shown up at his party. Victim stated that a fight had broke out due to him having received the first punch. The two were charged with disorderly conduct and will be summonsed to court.

• Occurred between 9:00PM (8/15) and 9:00AM (8/16) – 1904 Beacon St.

A resident of an apartment building contacted police in regards to having found the front door window to the complex having been damaged. Resident also made aware of graffiti marks on the curb and street in front of the building. Police will be following up on the case.

• Occurred between 9:00PM (8/15) and 9:00AM (8/16) – 1902 Beacon St.

Victim reported damage to the front foyer door window of an apartment building she owned. Photos of the scene were taken and will be placed into evidence.

• Occurred between 6:00PM (8/16) and 8:30AM (8/17) – 14 Linden St.

Victim reported having found the side rear passenger window of her vehicle smashed. Victim stated that nothing was missing from the vehicle. Victim contacted her insurance company so that the damage could be fixed.