Note to Readers:

The following information is based on initial reviews of incident reports and should not be considered a comprehensive list of all incidents reported. The blog reports do not include sex crimes, domestic abuse, juvenile information, medical reports, and other sensitive police reports. The blog may differ from local news sources as well as trends reported at crimereports.com

Friday, July 6, 2012

Police Reports 7/5

Malicious Damage: 7/5 at 10:45pm – Winthrop Rd.
Officers responded to a malicious damage report to a house that had been egged. The EGG-teriors of the home including the windows, deck, and front door were egged numerous times. The victim has not had any issues with anyone and no other reports have been taken for damage to homes in the area during the July fourth holiday. He was able to clean up the eggs after several hours of cleaning.

Not Duly Licensed: 7/5 at 5:52pm – West Roxbury Parkway
An officer stopped a vehicle for speeding while conducting traffic enforcement in the vicinity of 1281 West Roxbury Pkwy. The operator produced a registration but did not have a valid license. The subject was placed under arrest and charged with the following: Speeding and Not Duly Licensed.

Breaking and Entering: Reported 7/5 & Occurred 6/21 at night - Fuller St.
A resident came to the station to report a breaking and entering of their motor vehicle. She Stated that she left her vehicle unlocked overnight and returned the next morning to find that her wallet and international drivers license was taken. She canceled her card and no fraudulent charges have been made since. The vehicle was not processed due to length of time between the incident and the reporting of the crime.


Operating after Suspension: 7/5 at 7:53am - Davis Ave. at Cypress St.
Officer pulled over a vehicle that traveled through a red light. The registry confirmed the operator’s license was active, however, the vehicle registration was suspended. The operator was issued a citation for the red light violation and for operating with an unregistered motor vehicle. The vehicle was towed.



Thursday, July 5, 2012

Armed Robbery In Brookline; July 5th 2012



A female victim in her twenties reported today that as she was walking on Winchester Street around 12:30 AM she was robbed. She stated she was walking from Beacon Street towards Kelton Street when a vehicle approached from the opposite direction and stopped beside her. The driver was described as a middle aged light skinned black female who engaged the victim in a conversation asking for directions. While the victim was talking to the driver, a male subject walked past the victim and continued walking. When the victim resumed walking she spotted the same male subject standing near the intersection of Winchester and Fuller Streets. The male subject is described as being a middle aged black man, wearing a dark colored hooded sweatshirt. As the victim walked past the male subject he displayed a silver handgun and demanded her money. He then reached into her shoulder bag and took some cash and keys. He then walked away towards Beacon Street, telling the victim to walk in the opposite direction. A short time later as the victim continued walking the car returned. The same operator pulled alongside and asked if the victim was alright. The subject said she was and the vehicle left the area. The vehicle is described as a middle sized car with a baby seat in the back behind the driver. No further details are available at this time, it is unknown what the involvement of the car and operator are related to the crime. Anyone with information is asked to call the Brookline Police Department. 617-730-2222

Police Reports 7/3-7/4

Operating after Suspension: 7/3 at 6:40am – Harvard St and Beacon St.
A random query of a vehicle revealed that the registered owner of the vehicle had a Suspended Drivers License. The subject was placed under arrest and transported to the station.

Acc Multiple Vehicle/Property: - 7/3 at 8:24am - Cypress St.
Officer responded to a report of a Hit & Run Accident. Victim stated that a grey vehicle changed lanes and scraped the left side of her car. When the victim pulled over to exchange information, the suspect did not stop. A registration of the suspect’s license plate identified his information. Information was exchanged and both parties were further advised. The damage to both vehicles was minimal and did not rise to the level that would require a RMV Report.

Fraud: 7/3 at 9:30am – Babcock St.
Victim claimed that she had 3 separate cash withdrawals. The officer is requesting a warrant on a suspect for fraudulent use of credit cards and a follow up by detectives.

Larceny: 7/4 at 9:30am – Coolidge St.
Subject was interviewed on an investigation involving him in a recent incident. He stated that he used various dollar off coupons obtained using a false address on his courtesy card application. A complaint was filed charging the subject with larceny.

Larceny: 7/3 at 5:52pm – Harvard St.
Officer responded to a report of shoplifting. Suspect will be summonsed into court for shopliftin.  More charges may be filed at a later date pending the findings of the store’s asset protection team.

Trespassing: 7/4 at 6:37pm - Beacon St.
Subject refused to leave the store property. The vehicle he was driving was full of store items obtained by dumpster diving. He was issued a verbal no trespassing order.

Operating after Suspension: 7/5 at 12:30am – Beacon St.
A random query of a vehicle revealed that the registered owner had a revoked Massachusetts Drivers License. The query revealed that the vehicle's registered owner was not the operator. Subject was placed under arrest and transported to the station. Operator’s license was suspended.

Tuesday, July 3, 2012

Celebrate July 4th at Larz Anderson Park

Brookline Police will be out in full force tomorrow night, as Boston celebrates the fourth. In prior years, many residents have gone to the top of Summit Avenue in hopes of viewing the fireworks. This location may not actually be the best viewing spot. People will be allowed up there to enjoy their evening, but keep in mind that there are many trees and the view is blocked. Summit Ave. will have an alternate traffic pattern starting at 7:00PM. There will be no parking in the area. Residents are encouraged to walk up Summit Ave. A better viewing of the area to see the fireworks (weather permitted) is the Larz Anderson Park. This area will also be well staffed with Brookline Police and Civilian Park Interns. The top part of the park will be closed to all motor vehicle traffic at 7:00PM. People will be allowed to walk to the hill side for viewing of the fireworks. Reminder- No alcohol or fireworks are allowed. 


Massachusetts Fireworks Law prohibits private citizens to use, possess, or sell fireworks in Massachusetts, or to purchase them legally elsewhere and then transport then into the state. In the case of selling fireworks, statute states that officers may arrest without a warrant and shall seize any fireworks. In the case of possession, use, and cause to explode of fireworks, statute provides for a fine upon conviction and automatic confiscation of fireworks.

Police Reports 7/2

Larceny: 7/02 at 6:01pm – Park St.
Officer responded to a report of a stolen scooter. Victim claimed she left it unlocked and noticed it missing when she returned. Se did not notice anyone suspicious in the area and did not have any reason to believe that anyone she knew would have taken it.

Threats: 7/2 at 3:43pm – Egmont St.
Witness observed a man gesturing his hands, as a handgun, and aimed and shot it at the bedroom window right next to his. A check of the subject’s criminal history revealed multiple adult arraignments with numerous charges. Due to the subject’s violent criminal history and the fact that he has defaulted from court numerous times, the responding officer requested that a warrant be issued for his arrest.

Operating after Revocation: 7/2 at 2:16pm – Harvard St.
After observing a crosswalk violation, an officer approached the operator of a vehicle and asked for a driver’s license and registration. A check revealed that the subject ‘s license had been revoked and had an active warrant. He was placed under arrest and transported to the station.

Fraud: Occurred 6/28/12-6/30/12
Victim noticed several different fraudulent transactions on her debit card. Transactions were made in multiple towns in both Maine and Connecticut.


Fraud: 7/2 at 12:30pm – Harvard St.
Victim reported a fraud by check. The check was assigned by a suspect who has a default warrant for his arrest. All evidence has been submitted into an evidence locker. Case is still under investigation.

Accident: 7/2 at 8:55am – Sumner Rd.
A cyclist was struck by a vehicle attempting to park. The operator stated that he did not see the cyclist. No one was injured.

Graffiti Law: 7/2 at 7:45am – Thayer St.
Officer responded to investigate a graffiti complaint on a rented truck. The truck was parked in the driveway at Thayer St. when it was marked with graffiti. The Walk & Talk unit will conduct a follow-up investigation if warranted.

Monday, July 2, 2012

Police Reports 6/30-7/1

Possession of Heroin: 7/1 at 8:11pm – Babcock St.


Officers were dispatched to a scene for a report of a drug overdose. Upon routine checks, the staff on scene discovered that the patient had locked herself in the bathroom and was not responding. The officer observed heroin, a controlled substance, among other items inside a plastic bag found on the scene. The plastic bag containing these items was placed into an evidence bag as is, and will be submitted to the property clerk for further analysis. Subject was transported to the hospital.



Warrant: 7/1 at 5:30pm – Washington St.

A random inquiry of a vehicle, traveling north on Washington St. towards Boylston St., revealed that the owner had an active default warrant for his arrest. The operator and registered owner of the vehicle stated he did not know he had a warrant for his arrest. Upon confirmation, the subject was wanted on an outstanding default warrant issued by the court. Subject was placed under arrest and transported to the station.



Larceny: 7/1 at 4:15am – Beacon St. and Tappan St.

Witness stated seeing 3 subjects stealing a resident’s bike. The officer questioned several men who fit the descriptions described by the witness. Based on the subjects’ proximity to the crime scene and the statements and identification made by a witness, they were placed under arrest and handcuffed without incident for Larceny. The subjects were also issued a citation for possession of less than one ounce of marijuana.



Receive Stolen Property: 7/1 at 4:10pm – Washington St.

A witness noted a bicycle that was similar to the one that had been stolen from his son. After observing the bicycle, he approached the suspect to inquire where he got the bike. The suspect immediately left the area before the officer’s arrival. For reasons of abandoning the bike, evading the police response, and the identification made by the witness, the suspect was subsequently placed under arrest. The witness took custody of the bicycle in question.



Found Property:

Citizen turned over a .22 caliber rifle that was found while cleaning his attic. He requested that the station take custody of it because the rifle was given to him by his dad. The rifle was placed into an evidence locker.



Found Property: 6/30 at 4:51am – Cypress St.

Officer found a lost check with the information of a resident. A message was left to have the check picked up.



Annoying Phone Calls: 6/30 at 4:00am – Coolidge House rehab facility

On numerous occasions, a woman stated to receiving harassing calls and messages. The unknown callers made derogatory statements of a sexual and profane nature. Upon investigation, the officer discovered that the harassment was a cause of personal conflict. The officer advised that any future correspondence will likely result in court action.



Fraud Credit Card: 6/30 at 4:00pm – Tappen St.

Man reported that his credit card had been stolen and used fraudulently. He claimed that they were stolen from his secured locker while he went for a 45 minute swim at the pool. The bank revealed that his cards were used to purchase a laptop.



Resisting Arrest: 6/30 at 1:57am – Harvard St.

Officers approached by a Boston cop. The operator requested assistance of his passenger. Passenger charged with Disorderly Conduct, Disturbing the Peace, Fare Evasion, and Resisting Arrest.

Saturday, June 30, 2012

Bank Robbery Today

AT 11:23 AM this date a subject entered Eastern Bank at 301 Harvard Street, Brookline, Subject handed a note to a teller demanding money and indicating he had a gun. No gun was shown. Subject fled on foot he is described as a white male approximately 6 feet tall, mid twenties, wearing a long sleeve shirt with stripes. He had on a white baseball style hat with the New England Patriots log on the front. He has a tattoo on the right side of his neck. Anyone with information is asked to call the Brookline Police Department at 617-730-2222

Bank Robery Today

Bank Robbery   11:23 AM at 301 Harvard Street, Brookline,  Eastern Bank,

Subject walked to teller showed a note demanding money. No weapon shown. Suspect described as white male 6’ tall, long sleeve shirt, white baseball hat, sunglasses. No one injured, unknown if suspect got away with anything at this time. Ongoing investigation more information to follow as reports gets released.

Thursday, June 28, 2012

Police Report 6/27-6/28

 Larceny: Theft from mailbox on 6/27 - Euston St

Victim came into station reporting a case of larceny by check. On 6/19/2012, he received a copy of his bank statement of an unidentified charge to his account. The same incident occurred for the second time by the same subject on a later date. Victim claims that the credit card checks were stolen from his unlocked mailbox. Case is still under investigation.


Larceny: 6/27 at 4:16pm – Commonwealth Ave.

Officers respond to a reporting of a shoplifting. The store’s assistant manager claimed that the subject displayed suspicious behavior. Upon attempting to stop the subject, he left the store and road off on his bike. A review of the surveillance camera shows that the suspect had placed a headset underneath his shirt.


Graffiti Law: 6/27 – Stedman St

A resident of a building discovered graffiti on the side of his building.


Graffiti Law: 6/27 at 7:24pm – Park St

Officer responds to a graffiti complaint. The resident stated that he smelt the fresh paint after witnessing a male exiting the garage. He observed various graffiti on the inside and outside garage wall. The suspect is assumed to live in the area.


Town Property: 6/28 at 12:28am - Newton St

Officer responded to a report of a motor vehicle accident. The vehicle was traveling at a high rate of speed and while distracted, collided onto Horace James Circle and struck a town tree. Subject was not injured. Upon a query of the vehicle’s information revealed that the subject had a suspended license. The driver was placed under arrest and charged for Mark Lanes Violation and Operating Motor Vehicle with a suspended License.


Loud Music/Party: 6/28 at 2:03am Euston St

Officer responded to a radio call for a loud party. Upon arrival, the officer heard loud music and talking coming from an apartment. Resident claimed she just had some friends over and left the windows open. Approximately 5 people left the apartment without incident and the music was turned off. There was no further noise.

Wednesday, June 27, 2012

Police Reports 6/25-6/27

June 27th

Operating Under the Influence of Liquor: Tuesday 6/27 at 2:31am- Boylston St

A vehicle was traveling at a high rate of speed on Boylston St. Upon approach, officers noticed a very strong odor of an alcoholic beverage emanating from the interior of the vehicle. Subject was placed under arrest for Operating Under the Influence of Liquor.

Operating After Suspension: Tuesday 6/27 at 2:31am- Boylston Street

A vehicle was traveling at a high rate of speed on Boylston St. The officer conducted a traffic stop on Boylston St. A query of the driver’s information revealed that his license was suspended. The driver was placed under arrest for Operating after Suspension.

June 25th-26th

Larceny: Occurred Monday 6/25 at 1:30pm- Winchester St.
An incident of a UPS package that had been left at a doorway on Winchester St., had been stolen.

Protective Custody: Occurred Tuesday 6/26 at 12:24am- Newton St.
A man was observed lying in the roadway. While waiting for Fallon Ambulance’s arrival, officers questioned the subject who became uncooperative and belligerent. The subject was placed into protective custody for his own safety and transported to the Brookline Police Station.

Monday, June 25, 2012

Police Reports 6/22-6/25

Breaking and Entering: Occurred on 6/22 at 8:34 PM- Dwight St.

A Dwight St. resident reported a breaking and entering of an apartment. The victim stated that she was in the bathroom when she heard a noise come from the front door area of the apartment. When she went to investigate, she discovered that the front door had been compromised and forced open. The victim was not able to see any suspects. It did not appear that anything was taken from the residence.

Arrest: Occurred on 6/23 at 1:43 AM- Chestnut St.

Officers responded to Chestnut St. for the report of a breaking and entering of a motor vehicle. The victim stated that he parked his vehicle on Chestnut St. and went into a house to deliver a pizza. When he returned to his vehicle, he discovered a male subject sitting in his vehicle going through his wallet. The victim grabbed his wallet out of the subject’s hand, at which time the subject fled the scene on foot.

Officers were able to locate a subject fitting the description in the surrounding area. In plain view, the officer observed a bag with several prescription pill bottles that did not have labels. A search revealed that the subject possessed cocaine and pills that were not prescribed to him. The subject was placed under arrest for Possession of Class E without a Prescription and Possession of Class B. The subject has not been confirmed as the male who committed the breaking and entering of the motor vehicle.

Arrest: Occurred on 6/23 at 3:24 AM- Parkman St.

A Parkman St. resident reported a disturbance. Upon arrival, officers observed a male subject banging and kicking on a front door. The subject was placed under arrest for Disturbing the Peace.

Arrest: Occurred on 6/24 at 4:36 PM- Hammond Pond Pkwy.

A vehicle failed to stop for a stop sign while entering the rotary from Lagrange St. The officer conducted a traffic stop on Hammond Pond Parkway. A query of the driver’s information revealed that his license was suspended. The driver was placed under arrest for Operating after Suspension.

Arrest: Occurred on 6/24 at 7:14 PM- Beacon St.

A query of a vehicle’s information revealed that the registered owner had a suspended license. The officer conducted a traffic stop on Beacon St. The driver was confirmed to be the registered owner and she was placed under arrest for Operating after Suspension.

B&E Motor Vehicle: Occurred between 6/23 and 6/24- Kenwood St.

A Kenwood St. resident reported the breaking and entering of a motor vehicle. The victim stated that she parked her vehicle in her driveway with her door unlocked on 9/23 at 9:30 PM. When she returned the next morning she discovered that her glove box had been rummaged through. It did not appear that anything was missing from the vehicle.

Friday, June 22, 2012

Police Reports 6/21-6/22

Arrest: Occurred on 6/22 at 12:30 AM- Harvard St.

A query of a vehicle’s information revealed that the registered owner had an active warrant for his arrest. The driver was confirmed to be the registered owner and was placed under arrest for the warrant. The driver will also be charged with Operating after Suspension.

Arrest: Occurred on 6/21 at 7:08 PM- Washington St.

A vehicle failed to stop for a pedestrian in a marked crosswalk on Washington St. The officer conducted a traffic stop on Washington St. A query of the driver’s information revealed that his right to operate in Massachusetts was suspended. The driver was placed under arrest for Operating after Suspension.

Larceny: Occurred on 6/21 between 7:00 AM and 5:00 PM- Station St.

An individual reported the larceny of a bicycle. The victim stated that he locked his bicycle to a stand on Station St. at approximately 7:00 AM. When he returned at 5:00 PM the bicycle was missing.

Arrest: Occurred on 6/21 at 1:55 PM- Beacon St.

A vehicle made an illegal left turn from Harvard St. onto Beacon St. The officer conducted a traffic stop on Beacon St. A query of the driver’s information revealed that she had an expired/non-renewable license. The operator was placed under arrest for Not Duly Licensed.

Thursday, June 21, 2012

Police Reports 6/20-6/21

Larceny: Occurred on 6/20- Harvard St.

An employee of a Harvard St. business reported a larceny. The employee stated that he attempted to turn on the central air conditioning unit for the business but it would not turn on. The employee went to the roof and discovered that the air conditioning unit was missing.

Arrest: Occurred on 6/20 at 8:32 AM- Washington St.

A vehicle made an illegal U-turn on Washington St. The officer conducted a traffic stop on Washington St. A query of the driver’s information revealed that he did not have a valid driver’s license. The operator was placed under arrest for Not Duly Licensed.

Wednesday, June 20, 2012

Hot Weather Tips

Brookline Department of Public Health

Hot Weather Tips

www.brooklinema.gov/health 617-730-2300

Tips for Preventing Heat Related Illnesses:

•NEVER leave any person or pet alone in a closed, parked vehicle.
•Slow down, avoid strenuous activity.
•Avoid too much sun.
•Plan outdoor games and activities for early morning or evening.
•Avoid extreme temperature changes.
•Stay indoors as much as possible and use air conditioners to cool the air. When the temperature is in the high 90’s, fans will not prevent heat related illness. Taking a cool shower or bath is a better way to cool off.
•Wear loose-fitting, lightweight, light-colored clothing that will cover as much skin as possible.
•Protect face and head by wearing a wide brimmed hat.
•Drink plenty of fluids, even if you do not feel thirsty, and avoid alcoholic beverages, drinks with caffeine and large amounts of sugar—these actually cause you to lose more body fluid.
•Use your stove less and try to cook your meals in the cooler part of the day.
•Although any one at any time can suffer from heat-related illness, some people are at greater risk than others. Check regularly on:
    Infants and young children
    People aged 65 or older
    People who have a mental illness
    Those who are physically ill, especially with heart disease or high blood pressure
•Visit adults at risk at least twice a day and closely watch them for signs of heat exhaustion or heat stroke. Infants and young children, of course, need much more frequent watching.
•KEEP COOL—Spend as much time as you can in cooler surroundings.

Hot Weather Health Emergencies:

Heat cramps:
Painful spasms, mostly in legs and abdomen, usually the result of heavy exertion and heavy sweating.

Recognizing Heat Cramps
Painful spasms usually in the legs and abdominal muscles that may occur in association with strenuous activity. What to do- Apply firm pressure to cramping muscles or gently massage to relieve spasms. Replace fluids. Consult your health care provider. 

Heat exhaustion:
Typically occurs when people exercise heavily or work in a hot, humid place where body fluids are lost through heavy sweating.

Recognizing Heat Exhaustion
Heavy sweating, weakness, cold, pale and clammy skin. Weak pulse. Fainting and vomiting possible. What to do- Lie down in a cool place. Loosen clothing. Apply cool wet cloths. Fan or move person to air-conditioned place. Take sips of water. Consult your health care provider. 

Heat stroke:
A medical emergency- the body's temperature control system, which produces sweating to cool the body, stops working. Sunstroke: Another term for heat stroke.

Recognizing Heat Stroke
High body temperature (106+). Hot, dry skin. Rapid, strong pulse. Possible unconsciousness. Individual will likely not sweat.

What to do
Heat stroke is a severe medical emergency. Call 911 or emergency medical services or get the person to a hospital immediately. Move to a cooler environment. Try a cool bath or sponging to reduce body temperature. Use fans and/or air conditioners, to cool the body. DO NOT GIVE FLUIDS.

Police Reports 6/19-6/20

Burglary: Occurred on 6/18- St. Paul St.

A St. Paul St. resident reported a breaking and entering. The victim stated that he left his apartment at approximately 9:30 AM on 6/18. When he returned several hours later, he discovered that a change jar was missing from his desk. Another victim in the apartment discovered that a box containing cash was missing from his room. There did not appear to be any signs of forced entry.

Larceny: Occurred on 6/18- Shaw Rd.

A Shaw Rd. resident reported a larceny. The victim stated that two concrete lion statutes were taken from his property. The victim stated that he believes the statutes were taken on 6/18 sometime between 9:20 and 9:40 AM.

Tuesday, June 19, 2012

Police Reports 6/15-6/19

Shoplifting: Occurred on 6/15 at 5:10 PM- Harvard St.

Officers responded to TJ Maxx for the report of a shoplifter. A loss prevention employee stated that he observed a female subject remove items from a shelf and attempt to return them without first purchasing the items. The employee stated that he also observed the subject conceal items in her bag. A query of the subject’s information revealed that she had two warrants for her arrest. The subject was placed under arrest for Shoplifting and the warrants.

OUIL: Occurred on 6/16 at 1:58 AM- Beacon St.

A vehicle was traveling on Carlton St. going the wrong direction of a one way street. The vehicle turned onto Beacon St., where the officer conducted a traffic stop. Upon reaching the driver’s window, the officer could detect an odor of alcohol emanating from the vehicle. Based on the observations, the driver was placed under arrest for Operating under the Influence of Alcohol.

Larceny: Occurred between 6/15 and 6/16- Tappan St.

An individual reported the larceny of a bicycle. The victim stated that he locked his bicycle to a rack on Tappan St. at 11:00 PM on 6/15. When he returned the next day at 9:00 PM he discovered that his bike was missing.

Arrest: Occurred on 6/17 at 1:41 AM- Kent St./ Aspinwall St.

Officers observed an individual in the area of Muddy River, an area that is closed after dark. A query of the individual’s information revealed that he had a straight warrant out of Boston District Court. The individual was placed under arrest for the warrant.

MV Theft: Occurred on 6/17 between 5:00 and 10:53 PM- Greenough St.

A Greenough St. resident reported the theft of a motorized scooter. The victim stated she had parked her scooter in front of her apartment building around 5:00 PM on 6/17. When she returned a few hours later she discovered that the scooter was missing. The scooter was left unlocked.

B&E Motor Vehicle: Occurred on 6/18- Larz Anderson Park

An individual reported the breaking and entering of a motor vehicle. The victim stated that sometime between 9:18 and 10:18 AM, somebody broke into her vehicle and stole two bags.

Burglary: Occurred on 6/18 at 10:40 AM- Egmont St.

An individual reported a breaking and entering at an Egmont St. address. The caller stated that she turned around from her computer and observed an unknown male subject in the apartment. The caller described the subject as a white male in his 20's with a shaggy haircut wearing a dark colored t-shirt and dark colored pajamas. The subject then left the apartment through a rear door. A search of the area for the suspect yielded negative results. Several items were reported stolen from a bedroom.

Arrest: Occurred on 6/18 at 12:35 PM- Clyde St.

A vehicle was traveling on Clyde St. at a high rate of speed. The officer conducted a traffic stop on Clyde St. A query of the operator’s information revealed that he did not have a valid driver’s license. The driver was placed under arrest for Not Duly Licensed.

Monday, June 18, 2012

Three subjects arrested in over night armed robberies

Approximately 3:05  this morning in the area of 1491 Beacon St. an officer on patrol was approached by a person who claimed they had just been robbed. The victim described a knife being shown. A Suspects description and type of car was given out. A short distance away an officer stopped a vehicle matching the description. As the investigation continued another victim was located, subsequently the three occupants of the stopped vehicle were arrested. As a result all three were placed under arrest, charged with (2) counts of Armed Robbery. This investigation is ongoing, as of now all three are still held in Brookline PD, they should be brought to Brookline court later this morning. More information will be available as the reports get completed.

Sunday, June 17, 2012

Sunday June 17th Parade

Brookline Flag day Parade today.
Harvarad Street and Washington Street wil be impacted. Avoid the area from 10:00 until 1:30
Seek alternate routes and plan on extra time.

Friday, June 15, 2012

Police Reports 6/14-6/15

Arrest: Occurred on 6/15 at 1:41 AM- Harvard St./ Beacon St.

A vehicle was traveling on Harvard St. without any headlights. The officer conducted a traffic stop at the intersection of Harvard St. and Beacon St. A query revealed that the car had been reported stolen from Lynn earlier in the evening. The query also revealed that the driver did not have a valid license. The operator was placed under arrest and charged with Receiving a Stolen Motor Vehicle and Operating a Motor Vehicle without a License.

Shoplifting: Occurred on 6/14 at 10:06 PM- Beacon St.

A Trader Joe’s employee reported a shoplifter. The employee stated that she observed several items from the store in a female subject’s personal bag. The employee then observed the subject leave the store without paying for the items. The subject was placed under arrest for Shoplifting.

Thursday, June 14, 2012

Road Closures for Flag Day Parade

The following is a list of road closure for the Flag Day parade, Sunday June 17th.

At 9:45 AM Cypress Street will be closed from Rt 9 to Washington.
All cross roads off there as well will be closed for the Kids road race to CVS and back. (Davis to Cypress to Washington and back)

At 10:15  The parade route will be closed. Harvard Street from Washington street in the village all the way to the Town line at Brainard will be closed. All  roads that intersect to Harvard  along the parade route will be barricaded a block back from Harvard Street.
At 10:30 the adult race gets underway and runs the parade route ( cuts up School Street.)
At Approximately 11:15 AM Harvard Street from Washington to  Beacon Street will open to allow traffic to pass. No side streets will be opened except Longwood AV. and Station street, during this time frame the whole lenght of Washington St will be open.

AT 11:45 Harvard and Washington street will close again for the parade. All streets will be closed  until approximately 2:00PM

Police Reports 6/13-6/14

Shoplifting: Occurred on 6/13 at 4:12 PM- Beacon St.

A CVS employee reported a shoplifting. The employee stated that he observed a female subject take items from the store shelf and place them in her purse, then exit without paying. The subject was placed under arrest for Shoplifting.

Larceny: Occurred on 6/11- Freeman St.

A Freeman St. resident reported the theft of a package. The victim stated that the package was confirmed delivered on June 11 at 10:56 AM. When she returned at 6:00 PM that same day, the package was not present.

Wednesday, June 13, 2012

Police Reports 6/12-6/13

Arrest: Occurred on 6/13 at 5:56 AM- Woodstock Rd./ Belvista Rd.

A query of a vehicle’s information revealed that the registered owner had a straight warrant out of Brighton District Court. The officer conducted a traffic stop at the intersection of Woodstock Ave and Belvista Rd. The operator was confirmed to be the registered owner and he was placed under arrest. He will be charged with the warrant as well as Operating a Motor Vehicle without a License.

OUIL: Occurred on 6/13 at 1:00 AM- Harvard St.

A vehicle was operating at night without headlights. The officer conducted a traffic stop on Harvard St. Upon reaching the driver’s window, the officer could detect an odor of alcohol emanating from the vehicle. Based on the observations, the driver was placed under arrest for Operating under the Influence of Liquor and Open Container.

Arrest: Occurred on 6/12 at 6:00 PM- Boylston St.

A vehicle was traveling without an inspection sticker. The officer conducted a traffic stop on Boylston St. A query of the driver’s information revealed that she had an expired/ non-renewable license, as well as a straight warrant out of Lynn District Court. The operator was placed under arrest for Not Duly Licensed and the warrant.

Tuesday, June 12, 2012

Car Seat Inspection Checkpoint 6/16

Brookline Police Department will be hosting a child safety seat inspection checkpoint on Saturday June 16, 2012 from 8:00 AM to 12:00 noon. The checkpoint will be held at 22 High St. Certified technicians will be available to install and inspect child safety seats. Appointments are suggested, to make an appointment please call 617-730-2603.

Search Warrant Produces Cache of Weapons

Within the last 4 days the Brookline Police had developed information that a large cache of weapons was inside a residence located at 181 Harvard Street in Brookline.  The Police Department applied for and received a search warrant for 181 Harvard Street.  The warrant was issued by the Brookline District Court and executed at 5:00pm on Monday, June 11, 2012. 

Richard Becker of Brookline was subsequently arrested and charged with numerous firearms violations.

Recovered were 36 firearms included 14 high powered weapons, several silencers and a large collection of high powered ammunition capable of penetrating bullet proof vests.

Mr. Becker is due in Brookline District Court today Tuesday, June 12, 2012.

Police Reports 6/11-6/12

Arrest: Occurred on 6/12 at 12:49 AM- Washington St.

A query of a vehicle’s information revealed that the registered owner had a warrant for her arrest. The officer conducted a stop on Washington St. The driver was confirmed to be the registered owner, and she was placed under arrest for the default warrant.

MV Theft: Occurred between 6/10 and 6/11- Village Way

An individual reported the theft of a motor vehicle. The victim stated that he parked his vehicle on Village Way on 6/10 at approximately 5:00 PM. When he returned the next day at approximately 4:30 PM, he discovered that his vehicle was missing.

B&E Motor Vehicle: Occurred between 6/10 and 6/11- Wallis Rd.

A Wallis Rd. resident reported the breaking and entering of a motor vehicle. The victim stated that he parked his vehicle in his driveway at approximately 5:30 PM on 6/10. When he returned the next morning he discovered that the front passenger window was smashed. A radar detector was stolen from the vehicle.

B&E Motor Vehicle: Occurred between 6/10 and 6/11- Beverly Rd.

A Beverly Rd. resident reported the breaking and entering of a motor vehicle. The victim stated that he parked his vehicle in his driveway at approximately 5:00 PM on 6/10. When he returned the next morning he discovered that the front passenger window had been broken. A GPS unit was stolen from the vehicle.

Monday, June 11, 2012

Police Reports 6/8-6/11

OUIL: Occurred on 6/10 at 1:55 AM- Hammond Pond Pkwy./ Boylston St.

A vehicle was traveling at a high rate of speed on Boylston St. The vehicle continued driving, weaving back and forth and swaying off the roadway. The officer was able to conduct a traffic stop on Boylston St. Upon reaching the driver’s window, the officer could detect an odor of alcohol emanating from her person. Based on the information, the driver was placed under arrest for Operating Under the Influence of Liquor.

Arrest: Occurred on 6/9 at 1:50 PM- John St.

A vehicle failed to stop for pedestrians in the marked crosswalk on John St. The officer conducted a traffic stop on John St. A query of the driver’s information revealed that he had a warrant out for his arrest. The operator was placed under arrest for the warrant.

MV Theft: Occurred between 6/6 and 6/9- Thatcher St.

A Thatcher St. resident reported the theft of her motor vehicle. The victim stated that she last parked her vehicle in the rear of her Thatcher St. residence on 6/6 at 8:20 PM. When she returned on 6/9, she discovered the vehicle was missing.

Arrest: Occurred on 6/9 at 6:44 PM- Cypress St./ Stanton Rd.

A query of a vehicle’s information revealed that the registered owner had a suspended license as well as a warrant for her arrest. The officer conducted a traffic stop at the intersection of Cypress St. and Stanton Rd. The driver was confirmed to be the registered owner, and she was placed under arrest for Operating after Suspension and the warrant out of Brookline District Court.

Arrest: Occurred on 6/9 at 3:23 AM- Harvard St.

A query of a vehicle’s information revealed that the registered owner had a suspended license. The officer conducted a traffic stop on Harvard St. The driver was confirmed to be the registered owner, and he was placed under arrest for Operating after Suspension.

Friday, June 8, 2012

Liquor Compliance Checks to start soon

The Brookline Police Department will be conducting liquor stings, which involve liquor compliance checks starting now throughout the next couple of months. These stings will be conducted at all liquor licensed establishments, including package stores, restaurants and variety stores. These compliance checks are part of the duties of the department’s liquor control officer and will be done on a continuous basis throughout the year.

Preventing underage drinking is everyone’s responsibility. Compliance checks reassure youths do not have easy access to alcohol and that people over 21 years of age are not buying alcohol for underage youths, including employees and liquor license holders. Such activities and frequent oversight of alcohol retailers increases compliances.


Thank you,
Brookline Police Department

Police Reports 6/7-6/8

Arrest: Occurred on 6/7 at 1:44 PM- Toxteth St.

Officers responded to a Toxteh St. residence for the report of a breaking and entering. The suspect was described as a tall, thin black male, wearing a baseball cap, walking with a wooden cane. Officers were able to stop a subject who fit the description in the area. A Toxteth St. resident stated that the subject entered her home from the rear door and walked into her kitchen. A separate Toxteth St. resident reported that the same subject had been on his porch area near the back door. The subject was placed under arrest and will be charged with Breaking and Entering and Trespassing.

Thursday, June 7, 2012

Police Reports 6/6-6/7

Robbery: Occurred on 6/6 at 4:10 PM- Beacon St.

Officers responded to Shaws on Beacon St. for the report of a robbery. The suspect was described as a white male in his 50's, 6'00 - 6'02" in height, 250-260 lbs, short buzz cut gray hair, gray scruffy facial hair, gray shirt, wearing shorts.

A customer service employee stated that the suspect handed her a note and demanded that she give him money from the cash register. At no time did the suspect display a weapon. When the employee refused, the suspect pushed her aside and grabbed the cash register drawer. The suspect left the drawer in the parking lot after removing cash. Witnesses stated that the suspect fled from the store and entered a silver Lexus. The owner of the vehicle stated that she was stopped at a red light on Beacon St. when the suspect got into her vehicle and told her to drive. The owner of the vehicle exited the car, and the suspect drove off traveling eastbound on Beacon St.

While canvassing the area for the suspect, officers discovered the vehicle at the Brookline Hills MBTA stop. The car was unoccupied and unlocked. The investigation into this case is still ongoing.

Larceny: Occurred on 6/6- Commonwealth Ave.

Three individuals reported larcenies from a locker room at a gym on Commonwealth Ave. Sometime between 6:27 PM and 8:45 PM, an unknown suspect entered the locker room and removed items from three unsecured lockers.

Arrest: Occurred on 6/6 at 7:14 PM- Harvard St.

A query of a vehicle’s information revealed that the registered owner had a suspended license. The officer conducted a traffic stop on Harvard St. The driver was confirmed to be the registered owner, and he was placed under arrest for Operating after Suspension.

B&E Motor Vehicle: Occurred between 6/4 and 6/5- Coolidge St.

A Coolidge St. resident reported a past breaking and entering of a motor vehicle. The victim stated that after talking with her neighbors, she realized that her car had been broken into between 6:00 PM on 6/4 and 12:00 PM on 6/5. The victim noticed that several bags had been removed from the vehicle. The car had been left unlocked in the victim’s driveway. The bags were located by an officer in the area of several other motor vehicle breaks in the immediate area.

Larceny: Occurred on 6/5- Davis Ave.

A Davis Ave. resident reported the larceny of a bicycle. The victim stated that sometime between 8:00 AM and 11:00 PM on 6/5, somebody took an unlocked bicycle off her front porch.

Arrest: Occurred on 6/7 at 11:24 AM- Beacon St.

A Brookline meter maid reported an assault on Beacon St. The victim stated that she asked a cab driver who was parked in front of a hotel on Beacon St. to move his vehicle up and to feed the meter. The cab driver became angry with the victim and pushed the driver’s side door into the meter maid. The door struck the meter maid, causing her to stumble backwards. The driver was placed under arrest for Assault and Battery.

Wednesday, June 6, 2012

Police Reports 6/5-6/6

B&E Motor Vehicle: Occurred between 6/4 and 6/5- Winchester St.

A Winchester St. resident reported the breaking and entering of a motor vehicle. The victim stated that he parked his vehicle in his driveway at approximately 5:30 PM on 6/4. When he returned at approximately 6:30 AM on 6/5, he discovered that the vehicle had been rummaged through. Nothing was reported missing from the vehicle. The car was left unlocked.

B&E Motor Vehicle: Occurred between 6/4 and 6/5- Coolidge St.

A Coolidge St. resident reported the breaking and entering of a motor vehicle. The victim stated that he parked his vehicle in his driveway at approximately 6:00 PM on 6/4. When he returned early on 6/5, he discovered that someone had stolen some loose change from the vehicle. The car was left unlocked.

MV Theft: Occurred between 6/4 and 6/5- Winchester St.

A Winchester St. resident reported the theft of his motor vehicle. The victim stated that he parked his vehicle in a driveway on Winchester St. on 6/4 at approximately 6:00 PM. When he returned the next day, the vehicle was missing.

B&E Motor Vehicle: Occurred between 6/4 and 6/5- Winchester St.

While taking a report of a motor vehicle break, an officer observed two duffel bags that had been left at the corner of Winchester St. and Coolidge St. A tag identified the owner as a Winchester St. resident. The resident stated that the duffel bags had last been in his vehicle, which was parked in a driveway on Winchester St. At that time, the rear hatchback was ajar and the vehicle had been rummaged through. The car was left unlocked.

B&E Motor Vehicle: Occurred between 6/4 and 6/5- Winchester St.

A Winchester St. resident reported the breaking and entering of a motor vehicle. The victim stated that it occurred sometime between 10:00 PM on 6/4 and 7:00 AM on 6/5. The suspect entered the vehicle through an unlocked passenger door and rummaged through the car. Nothing was reported missing from the vehicle.

Tuesday, June 5, 2012

Chief rolls out a new prgram

BROOKLINE HOMESAFE PROGRAM


At tonight’s Selectman Meeting, the Brookline Police, Chief Daniel O’Leary will be announcing our participation in a new program the Brookline Homesafe Program. The program is aimed at assisting people who suffer from Alzheimer’s disease and children and adults with developmental disorders who are at risk of wandering. The program utilizes the latest tracking technology. Participants in the program are issued a bracelet that is worn 24 hours a day and is capable of emitting a radio frequency signal. Should the participant wander or become lost, the Brookline Police can track the signal. Other communities are currently using the SafetyNet technology and have had success locating lost participants in the program. The Brookline Homesafe Program is a collaborative effort between the Brookline Police, the Brookline Community Mental Health Center, and Brookline Council on Aging. For information on the program please contact the Brookline Police Community Service Division, The Brookline Community Mental Health Center. Further information on the SafetyNet Program can be obtained at www.SafetyNetSource.com or by calling 1-877-4-FIND-THEM (1-877-434-6384).

Police Reports 6/4-6/5

B&E Motor Vehicle: Occurred on 6/4- Winchester St.

A Winchester St. resident reported the breaking and entering of a motor vehicle. The victim stated that he parked his vehicle on Winchester St., and when he returned he discovered that the front passenger window was smashed. A GPS unit was removed from the vehicle.

Larceny: Occurred between 6/1 and 6/4- Brookline Place

An employee at The New England Institute of Art reported a larceny. The employee stated that several computer monitors, keyboards, and mice were taken from a computer lab. The larceny occurred between 6/1 and 6/4, and the computer room was available to students in that time frame.

Monday, June 4, 2012

Fatal Crash on June 2nd

On June 2nd at 3:47 AM, Brookline officers responded to 114 Harvard St. for the report of a single car motor vehicle accident. A Gray sedan had struck a tree head on facing northbound on the southbound side of Harvard St. Both occupants were transported to Beth Israel Hospital. The passenger, a 26 year old male from Mattapan, was pronounced dead at 6:05 AM. The driver, a 22 year old male, survived the crash with non-life threatening injuries. The investigation into the crash is ongoing.

Police Reports 5/31-6/4

Arrest: Occurred on 5/31 at 8:19 PM- Washington St./ Juniper St.

A query of a vehicle’s information revealed that the registered owner had a suspended license. The officer conducted a traffic stop at the intersection of Washington St and Juniper St. The driver was confirmed to be the registered owner, and she was placed under arrest for Operating after Suspension.

Arrest: Occurred on 6/1 at 12:49 AM- Boylston St.

A vehicle was traveling on Boylston St. at a high rate of speed. The officer conducted a traffic stop on Boylston St. A query of the driver’s information revealed that his license was suspended. The driver was placed under arrest for Operating after Suspension.

Arrest: Occurred on 6/2 at 12:10 AM- Boylston St.

A vehicle was traveling on Boylston St. without operational rear taillights. The officer conducted a traffic stop on Boylston St. A query of the driver’s information revealed that she did not have a valid license. The driver was placed under arrest for Not Duly Licensed.

Larceny: Occurred between 6/1 and 6/2- Tappan St.

An individual reported the larceny of a bicycle. The victim stated that she locked her bicycle to a rack on Tappan St. at approximately 1:00 PM on 6/1. When she returned at approximately 3:30 PM on 6/2, the bicycle was missing.

Arrest: Occurred on 6/3 at 1:08 AM- Boylston St.

A vehicle was traveling on Boylston St. at a high rate of speed. The officer conducted a traffic stop on Boylston St. A query of the driver’s information revealed that he did not have a valid license. The driver was placed under arrest for Not Duly Licensed.

OUIL: Occurred on 6/3 at 3:37 AM- Beacon St.

An officer observed a vehicle in a parking lot on Beacon St. The driver’s side door was open and the vehicle was running. As the officer approached the vehicle, the driver was slumped over the steering wheel. Officers could detect an odor of alcohol emanating from the driver’s person. Based on the observations, the driver was placed under arrest for Operating Under the Influence of Liquor.

Larceny: Occurred between 6/1 and 6/2- Tappan St.

An individual reported the larceny of a bicycle. The victim stated that he locked his bicycle to a rack at the Brookline Hills T-Stop on 6/1 at approximately 9:00 AM. When he returned at the same time the next morning the bicycle was missing.

Larceny: Occurred on 6/3 between 5:00 PM and 8:30 PM- Linden St.

A Linden St. resident reported the larceny of two bicycles. The victim stated that she left her Linden St. residence at approximately 5:00 PM. When she returned several hours later she discovered two of her bicycles missing. The bicycles were in an unsecured garage behind the home.

Thursday, May 31, 2012

Police Reports 5/30-5/31

Arrest: Occurred on 5/30 at 9:19 PM- Boylston St.

Officers responded to Boylston St. for the report of an intoxicated person. A query of the individual’s information revealed that he had four warrants out of Framingham District Court. The subject was placed under arrest for the warrants.

Arrest: Occurred on 5/30 at 7:25 PM- Independence Dr./ Russett Rd.

A vehicle made an abrupt lane change without using a directional signal. The officer conducted a traffic stop at the intersection of Russett Rd and Independence Dr. In plain view, officers observed two knives in the vehicle’s glove compartment. A search of the vehicle revealed hypodermic needles and other drug paraphernalia. The driver was placed under arrest for Possession of Heroin and Conspiracy to Violate Drug Laws. The passenger was arrested for Conspiracy to Violate Drug Laws.

Arrest: Occurred on 5/30 at 2:00 PM- Kent St.

An off duty officer observed a male subject on Kent St. looking into the front foyers of several buildings along the street. The officer observed the subject behind bushes that are between entrances to apartment buildings, carrying a large package that he did not have before. The subject was stopped by officers in the rear of the building. The package was addressed to a Kent St. resident. The subject was placed under arrest for Larceny from a Building.

Arrest: Occurred on 5/30 at 8:35 AM- Fisher Ave./ Clinton Rd.

A vehicle took and illegal left turn from Chestnut Hill Ave. onto Clinton Rd. The officer conducted a traffic stop on Clinton Road at Fisher Avenue. A query of the driver’s information revealed that he did not have a valid license. The driver was placed under arrest for Operating without a License.

Arrest: Occurred on 5/30 at 8:06 AM- Harvard St./ Webster Pl.

Officers observed a subject who recently had a warrant issued for his arrest for violation of a Harassment order. The subject was placed under arrest for the warrant in the area of Harvard St. and Webster Pl.

Wednesday, May 30, 2012

Police Reports 5/29-5/30

Arrest: Occurred on 5/30 at 1:10 AM- Washington St./ Boylston St.

A query of a vehicle’s information revealed that the registered owner had a suspended license. The officer conducted a traffic stop at the intersection of Washington St. and Boylston St. The driver was confirmed to be the registered owner, and he was placed under arrest for Operating after Suspension.

Burglary Attempt: Occurred between 5/25 and 5/29- Mason Tr.

A Mason Terrace resident reported an attempted breaking and entering. The reporting party stated that he left the residence on 5/25 and returned on 5/29. When he returned, he discovered that two windows had been forced open and holes had been cut in the screens. There was no entry gained to the home.

Arrest: Occurred on 5/29 at 10:09 AM- Harvard St.

A vehicle took and illegal U-turn on Harvard St. The officer conducted a traffic stop on Harvard St. A query of the driver’s information revealed that his license was suspended. The driver was placed under arrest for Operating after Suspension.

Tuesday, May 29, 2012

Police Reports 5/25-5/29

Arrest: Occurred on 5/25 at 11:30 AM- Harvard St.

A vehicle made an illegal left turn from Beacon St. onto Harvard St. The officer conducted a traffic stop on Harvard St. A query of the driver’s information revealed that her license was revoked and that she had an active warrant out for her arrest. The driver was placed under arrest for the warrant and Operating after Revocation.

Arrest: Occurred on 5/25 at 9:40 PM- Hammond Pond Pkwy.

A vehicle traveled onto Hammond Pond Parkway through a solid red light. The officer conducted a traffic stop. A query of the driver’s information revealed that he did not have a valid license. The driver was placed under arrest for Not Duly Licensed.

Arrest: Occurred on 5/27 at 7:15 PM- Winthrop Rd.

Officers responded to Winthrop Rd. for a report of a disturbance with a man swinging a knife. The victim stated that a male subject had become upset with him and began to swing a knife and an axe at him in a threatening manner. Based on the information, the subject was placed under arrest for Assault With A Dangerous Weapon.

MV Theft: Occurred on 5/21-Winslow Rd.

An individual reported the theft of a motor vehicle. The victim stated that she last saw her car on May 21st at 8:30 PM. The vehicle had been parked on Winslow Rd. A query revealed that the vehicle had been recovered by the Lynn Police.

Larceny: Occurred between 5/24 and 5/25- Winthrop Rd.

A individual reported the larceny of her bicycle. The victim stated that the bicycle was stolen sometime between 10:00 PM on 5/24 and 9:00 PM on 5/25. The bicycle was left unlocked in the common area of a Winthrop Rd. residence.

Friday, May 25, 2012

Police Reports 5/24-5/25

Arrest: Occurred on 5/24 at 6:53 PM- Babcock St.

Officers observed two male subjects on Babcock St. Officers observed one of the subjects walk into the vestibule of a building and return to a vehicle with a package. With the knowledge that packages had been reported stolen earlier in the day in the close proximity, it was believed that the subject had just stolen the package from the building. The officer attempted to conduct a traffic stop. Upon reaching the driver’s window, the vehicle backed up and struck the police vehicle. The vehicle then fled from the police on Commonwealth Ave. The vehicle ran several red lights and maneuvered around traffic, pedestrians, and MBTA train tracks.

The vehicle failed to stop for the police, and the suspects left the car on Buick St. and fled on foot. The suspects jumped several fences, crossed over MBTA train tracks, and crossed over Storrow Drive on foot. With assistance from Boston Police, BU Police, and MA State Police, officers set up a perimeter around the area to search for the suspects. Officers were able to apprehend the suspects near the BU Bridge and the Charles River. A search produced the package in question, which was addressed to the Babcock St. residence.

The driver was placed under arrest for Larceny from a Building, Assault by Means of a Dangerous Weapon (Motor Vehicle), Possession of Burglarious Tools, Operating after Revocation, Failure to Stop for Police, Operating to Endanger, and Leaving the Scene of Property Damage Accident. The passenger was placed under arrest for Larceny from a Building and Possession of Burglarious Tools.

Arrest: Occurred on 5/25 at 1:47 AM- Harvard St.

A vehicle traveled through a red light on Beacon St. onto Harvard St. The officer conducted a traffic stop on Harvard St. A query of the driver’s information revealed that his license was suspended. The driver was placed under arrest for Operating after Suspension.

Arrest: Occurred on 5/24 at 6:27 PM- Amory St./ Dummer St.

A query of a vehicle’s information revealed that the registered owner had an outstanding warrant out of Somerville District Court. The officer conducted a traffic stop at the intersection of Dummer St. and Amory St. The driver was confirmed to be the registered owner, and he was placed under arrest for the warrant.

Thursday, May 24, 2012

Police Reports 5/23-5/24

Arrest: Occurred on 5/23 at 7:11 PM- Toxteth St.

Officers responded to a Toxteth St. residence for the report of a larceny. The victim stated that a male subject had been at her residence watching television. After the subject left, the victim discovered that cash was missing from her wallet. Officers were able to locate the subject in the area of Harvard St. and Thorndike St. Based on the information, the subject was placed under arrest for Larceny from a Building.

The arrestee was in the company of two male subjects. A query revealed that one of the subjects had a default warrant. He was placed under arrest for the warrant.

Burglary: Occurred on 5/23 at 11:38 AM- Brook St.

A Brook St. resident reported a breaking and entering. The victim stated that when she returned to her home, she discovered that her front door had been forced open. Several pieces of jewelry were taken from a bedroom.

Arrest: Occurred on 5/23 at 8:57 AM- Summit Ave.

A vehicle made an abrupt turn onto the sidewalk on Summit Ave. without using a signal. The officer conducted a traffic stop on Summit Ave. A query of the driver’s information revealed that she did not have a valid license. The operator was placed under arrest for Not Duly Licensed.

Wednesday, May 23, 2012

Police Reports 5/22-5/23

Arrest: Occurred on 5/22 at 11:00 PM- Harvard St.

A query of a vehicle’s information revealed that the registration was revoked. The officer conducted a traffic stop on Harvard St. A query of the driver’s information revealed that his license was suspended. The driver was placed under arrest for Operating after Suspension.

B&E Motor Vehicle: Occurred on 5/22- Harrison St.

An individual reported the breaking and entering of a motor vehicle. The victim stated that she parked her vehicle in the area of Harrison St. near Francis St. When she returned, she discovered that electronics were missing from the back seat of the vehicle. There were no signs of forced entry.

Tuesday, May 22, 2012

Police Reports 5/21-5/22

Arrest: Occurred on 5/21 at 3:24 PM- Washington St.

Officers responded to the area of Stop and Shop on Harvard St. for the report of suspicious activity. A witness notified police that it appeared that several people in a vehicle had just participated in a drug transaction. Officers were able to locate the vehicle and conducted a traffic stop on Washington St. A query of the driver’s information revealed that her license had been revoked and that she had default warrants out of Woburn District Court. The driver was placed under arrest for Operating after Revocation and the warrants.

Shoplifting: Occurred on 5/21 at 2:58 PM- Beacon St.

An employee at Cambridge Eye Doctors reported a shoplifting. The employee stated that a male subject came into the store and tried on several pairs of sunglasses. The subject then left without purchasing anything. As the subject was leaving, the employee noticed that approximately 12 pairs of sunglasses were missing from the display. A search of the area yielded negative results. The subject was described as a black male, late thirty's to early forty's, wearing a tan coat, blue jeans, and possibly wearing aviator sunglasses.

Monday, May 21, 2012

Police Reports 5/17-5/21

OUIL: Occurred on 5/18 at 12:58 AM- Beacon St. / Chestnut Hill Ave.

A vehicle was traveling on Beacon St. at a high rate of speed. The officer conducted a traffic stop on Beacon St. Upon reaching the driver’s window, the officer could detect an odor of alcohol emanating from his person. Based on the observations, the driver was placed under arrest for Operating under the Influence of Liquor.

Arrest: Occurred on 5/18 at 1:48 AM- Boylston St.

A vehicle was traveling at a high rate of speed on Boylston St. The officer conducted a traffic stop on Boylston St. A query of the driver’s information revealed that he did not have a valid license. The operator was placed under arrest for Not Duly Licensed.

Larceny: Occurred on 5/18 between 10:30 AM and 12:00 PM- Dummer St.

An individual reported the larceny of a bicycle. The victim stated that he left his bicycle unlocked in the backyard of a Dummer St. residence. When he returned, he discovered that his bike was no longer there.

Burglary: Occurred on 5/18- Hammond Pond Parkway

A Hammond Pond Parkway resident reported a burglary. The victim stated that when she returned to her apartment, she discovered that the entry door had been pried open. The victim reported several items stolen from bedrooms and closets throughout the residence.

Arrest: Occurred on 5/18 at 10:59 PM- Webster St.

Officers responded to a hotel on Webster St. for the report of an unwanted person. A query of the subject’s information revealed that he had a default warrant out of Charlestown District Court. The subject was placed under arrest for the warrant.

Shoplifting: Occurred on 5/19 at 1:09 PM- Commonwealth Ave.

A CVS employee reported a shoplifter. The employee stated that he observed a subject take items from the shelves and place them into a backpack. The subject was placed under arrest for Shoplifting.

Arrest: Occurred on 5/19 at 5:20 PM- Harvard St.

A query of a vehicle’s information revealed that the registered owner had an active arrest warrant. The officer conducted a traffic stop on Harvard St. The driver was confirmed to be the registered owner. A query also revealed that the operator did not have a valid driver’s license. The operator was placed under arrest for the warrant and Not Duly Licensed.

B&E Motor Vehicle: Occurred on 5/21 between 1:30 and 3:00 AM- Longwood Ave.

An individual reported the breaking and entering of a motor vehicle. The victim stated that she parked her vehicle on Longwood Ave. at approximately 1:30 AM. When she returned to the vehicle at approximately 3:00 AM, she discovered that a GPS unit had been removed from the vehicle.

Thursday, May 17, 2012

Police Reports 5/16-5/17

Arrest: Occurred on 5/17 at 2:51 AM- Harvard St.

A vehicle made an illegal U-turn on Harvard St. The officer conducted a traffic stop on Harvard St. A query of the driver’s information revealed that he had a straight warrant out of New Bedford District Court. The operator was placed under arrest for the warrant.

Arrest: Occurred on 5/16 at 11:51 PM- Harvard St.

A query of a vehicle’s information revealed that the registration was revoked. The officer conducted a traffic stop on Harvard St. A query of the operator’s information revealed that he did not have a valid license. The driver was placed under arrest for Operating without a License.

Arrest: Occurred on 5/16 at 8:55 AM- Clinton Rd.

A vehicle took an illegal turn from Chestnut Hill Ave. onto Clinton Rd. The officer conducted a traffic stop on Clinton Rd. A query of the driver’s information revealed that he had a suspended license. The driver was placed under arrest for Operating after Suspension.

Wednesday, May 16, 2012

Police Reports 5/15-5/16

Shoplifting: Occurred on 5/15 at 4:04 PM- Harvard St.

Officers responded to TJ Maxx for the report of a dispute between an employee and two shoplifters. A loss prevention employee stated that he observed to female subjects concealing items in a personal bag. The employee confronted the subjects as they attempted to exit the store. The employee stated that one of the subjects waved a razor blade in his direction. The two subjects fled the store in a red SUV. A check of the area for the suspects and the vehicle yielded negative results.

Tuesday, May 15, 2012

Peace Officers Day Proclamation

 
May 14, 2012

Peace Officers Memorial Day and Police Week, 2012

BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

A PROCLAMATION



Every day, public safety officers work tirelessly to protect our citizens,

enforce our laws, and keep our neighborhoods safe. They report for duty

knowing full well the dangers they face and the sacrifices they may be

called upon to make. This week, we pay tribute to the thousands of men and

women who serve us with extraordinary bravery, and we remember the heroes

who have laid down their lives in pursuit of a safer, more just society.



While we can never fully repay them for their service, we must work to

ensure our law enforcement officers are equipped with the tools and

technology they need to do their jobs safely and effectively. My

Administration has devoted significant resources to improving officer

safety, providing bulletproof vests that have saved lives, training officers

to prevent and survive potentially lethal encounters, and strengthening our

ability to share information. We also continue to pursue our goal of

deploying a nationwide wireless network for public safety. For the first

time, this new system will give our Nation's police officers and first

responders a dedicated communication network in times of crisis helping

fulfill our promise to provide these brave men and women with tools worthy

of the sacrifices they make on our behalf.



We owe a profound debt to all those who have worn the badge, and to the

families whose care enables them to serve with courage and pride. When the

unthinkable happens and officers give their lives or are seriously injured

in the line of duty, we have an obligation to give their loved ones the

support they deserve. During Peace Officers Memorial Day and Police Week,

we recall the selflessness of our law enforcement officers and their

families, and we honor all those who devote their lives to forging a

stronger, safer America. Let us reflect on their invaluable contributions

as we enjoy the peace they bring to our communities, and let us vow that

their service will never be taken for granted.



By a joint resolution approved October 1, 1962, as amended (76 Stat. 676),

and by Public Law 103 322, as amended (36 U.S.C. 136 137), the President has

been authorized and requested to designate May 15 of each year as "Peace

Officers Memorial Day" and the week in which it falls as "Police Week."



NOW, THEREFORE, I, BARACK OBAMA, President of the United States of America,

do hereby proclaim May 15, 2012, as Peace Officers Memorial Day and May 13

through May 19, 2012, as Police Week. I call upon all Americans to observe

these events with appropriate ceremonies and activities. I also call on

Governors of the United States and the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico,

officials of the other territories subject to the jurisdiction of the United

States, and appropriate officials of all units of government, to direct that

the flag be flown at half staff on Peace Officers Memorial Day. I further

encourage all Americans to display the flag at half staff from their homes

and businesses on that day.



IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fourteenth day of May,

in the year of our Lord two thousand twelve, and of the Independence of the

United States of America the two hundred and thirty-sixth.

Police Reports 5/14-5/15

Arrest: Occurred on 5/15 at 6:59 AM- Boylston St.

A vehicle traveled through a red light on Boylston St. The officer conducted a traffic stop on Boylston St. A query of the driver’s information revealed that he did not have a valid license. The driver was placed under arrest for Operating without a License.

Arrest: Occurred on 5/15 at 3:05 AM- Harvard St.

An officer observed a female subject walking on Harvard St. who appeared to be intoxicated. The subject was drinking out of a plastic cup and she stopped to bang on the window of a business. The officer stopped the subject at the intersection of Harvard St. and Babcock St. The subject was placed under arrest for Disorderly Conduct and Public Drinking. After a search of her person, she will also be charged with Carrying a Dangerous Weapon (box cutter). A query of the subject’s information also revealed that she had a straight warrant out of Boston District Court.

MV Theft: Occurred between 5/13 10:00 PM and 5/14 7:30 AM- Beacon St.

An individual reported the theft of his motorized scooter. The victim stated that the scooter was secured to a pole at the corner of St. Paul St. and Beacon St. overnight on 5/13. When the victim awoke, he discovered that the scooter had been removed from the pole.

Arrest: Occurred on 5/14 at 2:37 PM- Harvard St.

Officers observed three subjects, two male and one female, standing on the sidewalk on Beacon St. One male was going through a backpack while the other male and the female subject looked over their shoulders anxiously. Officers observed male subject #1 produce a prescription pill bottle to show the other subjects. The transaction ended and male subject #1 parted ways with the other two subjects. The officer conducted a threshold inquiry of male subject #1. A search of his person revealed several pills that did not match the subject’s prescriptions. The female subject and male subject #2 were also stopped. All three parties were placed under arrest.

Male subject #1 will be charged with Conspiracy to violate the Drug Law, Possession with Intent to Distribute, Possession of Class C, Class D, and Class E. The female subject and male subject #2 will be charged with Conspiracy to violate the Drug Law.

Monday, May 14, 2012

Police Reports 5/11-5/14

Larceny: Occurred between 5/4 and 5/5- Cabot St.

An individual reported a larceny. The victim stated that sometime between May 4th and May 5th, several pieces of landscaping equipment were stolen from a storage shelter.

B&E Motor Vehicle: Occurred between 10:30 PM 5/11 and 1:00 PM 5/12- Gerry Rd.

A Gerry Rd. resident reported the breaking and entering of a motor vehicle. The victim stated that he had parked his car on Gerry Rd., and when he returned he discovered that the rear passenger window had been broken.

Arrest: Occurred on 5/11 at 12:14 PM- Boylston St./ Cypress St.

A box truck was traveling with the lift gate open and with unsecured boxes near the back of the truck. The officer conducted a traffic stop at Boylston St. and Cypress St. A query of the driver’s information revealed that his right to operate in Massachusetts was suspended. The driver was placed under arrest for Operating after Suspension.

Arrest: Occurred on 5/13 at 5:58 PM- Harvard St.

An officer observed an individual acting suspicious in the area of Harvard St. and Auburn St. The officer stopped the subject to perform a field interview. A query of the subject’s information revealed that she had four outstanding warrants. The subject was placed under arrest for the warrants.

Friday, May 11, 2012

Police Reports 5/10-5/11

Arrest: Occurred on 5/10 at 8:10 AM- Beacon St.

A vehicle made an illegal U-turn on Beacon St. The officer conducted a traffic stop on Beacon St. A query of the driver’s information revealed that his right to operate in Massachusetts was suspended. The driver was placed under arrest for Operating after Suspension.

Thursday, May 10, 2012

Police Reports 5/9-5/10

Arrest: Occurred on 5/9 at 8:08 AM- Washington St./ Cypress St.

A vehicle failed to stop for a pedestrian in the posted crosswalk on Washington St. The officer conducted a traffic stop on Cypress St. A query of the driver’s information revealed that his right to operate in Massachusetts was revoked. The driver was placed under arrest for Operating after Revocation.

Larceny: Occurred on 5/9 between 7:30 and 8:00 PM- Harvard St.

An individual reported the larceny of a debit card. The victim stated that she hung her coat on a rack while she was inside a gym on Harvard St. When she left the gym, she discovered that somebody had removed her debit card from the pocket of her jacket. The victim discovered that the suspect had made several unauthorized purchases before she was able to cancel the card.

Wednesday, May 9, 2012

Police Warn Residents of Street Robberies Targeting Smartphones

BROOKLINE, Mass. – May 9, 2012 – After identifying an ongoing regional pattern of street robberies similar to a national trend targeting smartphones, Boston, Cambridge, and Brookline police are collaborating with the Boston Regional Intelligence Center to share information in a joint effort to investigate these crimes and halt future robberies.

“What we’re seeing regionally is part of a national trend where victims are being targeted due to the high monetary value of their smartphones,” said Cambridge Police Deputy Superintendent Paul Ames.  “Our departments are sharing information in an effort to apprehend suspects in these cases and make residents aware of how they can protect themselves from being victimized.”

In nearly all of the incidents across the three communities victims were talking on their cell phone and/or listening to music through headphones when they were robbed.

Using a smartphone advertises that you possess a valuable phone and also distracts you from observing your surroundings.  Police are asking residents to refrain from using or exposing their smartphones while walking alone at night to avoid being targeted.

“Several of the robbery victims were injured, and others were assaulted after refusing to give up their smartphones,” said Brookline Police Lieutenant Phil Harrington.  “If approached, do not resist.  Find a nearby phone and call 9-1-1 immediately.

Police encourage residents to take the following precautions when walking at night:
•    Do not wear earbuds, headphones, or listen to music while walking alone.
•    Always walk with a friend or in a group when possible.
•    Be aware of your surroundings at all times and trust your instincts.
•    Walk with confidence on the street and at a good, steady pace. Keep your head up and observe your surroundings.  Don't look down at the ground.
•    If you feel you are being followed, show you are suspicious – Turn to look at the person. This sends a clear message that you will not be taken by surprise.
•    Change directions.  If someone is following you on foot, cross the street and vary your pace. If the person following you is in a car, turn and walk in the opposite direction.
•    If approached, DO NOT RESIST.  The best course of action is to hand over money and whatever other belongings are demanded and try to disengage from this confrontational and potentially dangerous situation as soon as possible. Remember, things can always be replaced.
•    Try to remember descriptive information about the robber (height, age, race, etc.) to relay to police when reporting the incident.

Police Reports 5/8-5/9

Motor Vehicle Theft: Occurred on 5/8 between 5:45 and 6:45 PM- Pierce St.

An individual reported a larceny of a motor vehicle. The victim stated that at approximately 5:45 PM she parked her vehicle in the Brookline Town Hall parking lot. When she returned she discovered that her vehicle was missing from the lot.

Shoplifting: Occurred on 5/8 at 2:50 PM- Harvard St.

A Walgreens employee reported a shoplifting. The employee stated that she observed a subject place items into a bag and leave the store without paying. Officers were able to stop a subject who matched the description in the surrounding area. The employee confirmed that the subject was indeed the shoplifter, and he was placed under arrest.

Shoplifting: Occurred on 5/8 at 1:02 PM- Harvard St.

A Brookline Booksmith employee reported a shoplifting. The employee stated that he observed a female subject leave the store without making any purchase. When the subject left the store, the employee observed several items from the store drop from the inside of her jacket. Officers were able to stop an individual who fit the description in the surrounding area. The employee confirmed that the subject was indeed the shoplifter. The subject had two outstanding warrants out of Cambridge and Roxbury District Courts. The subject was placed under arrest for Shoplifting and the two warrants.

Tuesday, May 8, 2012

Police Reports 5/7-5/8

Burglary: Occurred between 5/6-5/7 4:00 PM-7:00 AM- Heath St.

A construction worker reported a burglary from a Heath St. site. The victim reported that an unknown subject broke into a home that is currently under construction. Several power tools were stolen from the construction site. The suspect gained access by prying open a side door.

Malicious Damage: Occurred on 5/5- High St. Place

A High St. Place resident reported malicious damage to her automobile. The victim stated that all four tires on her vehicle had been slashed and water had been poured into her fuel tank. The incident took place between 1:30 and 9:30 AM on May 5th.

Monday, May 7, 2012

Police Reports 5/4-5/7

Arrest: Occurred on 5/6 at 6:40 PM- Harvard St.

A vehicle made an illegal U-turn on Harvard St. The officer conducted a traffic stop on Harvard St. A query of the driver’s information revealed that he had an active warrant out of Dorchester District Court. The operator was placed under arrest for the warrant.

Arrest: Occurred on 5/5 at 5:50 AM- St. Paul St./ Longwood Ave.

A query of a vehicle’s information revealed that the registration and the registered owner’s license were both revoked. The officer conducted a traffic stop at the intersection of St. Paul St. and Longwood Avenue. The driver was confirmed to be the registered owner and he was placed under arrest for Operating after Revocation.

OUIL: Occurred on 5/5 at 1:09 AM- Boylston St.

A vehicle was traveling on Boylston St. at a high rate of speed. The officer conducted a traffic stop on Boylston St. Upon reaching the driver’s window, the officer could detect an odor of alcohol emanating from the vehicle. Based on the observations, the driver was placed under arrest for Operating Under the Influence of Liquor.

Burglary: Occurred on 5/4 between 12:00 PM and 2:00 PM- Washington St.

A Washington St. resident reported a breaking and entering. The victim stated that when the residents returned home, they discovered that someone had entered the house and rummaged through several bedrooms. Items were reported stolen from several bedrooms throughout the residence. It appears that the suspect entered through an unlocked side door.

Burglary: Occurred on 5/6 between 12:30 PM and 3:30 PM- Stanton Rd.

A Stanton Rd. resident reported a breaking and entering. The victim stated that she had been gardening in front of her home for several hours. When she went back inside she noticed that her pocketbook was missing. The victim stated that she found her pocketbook in the backyard but several items were stolen. The rear door of the home was unlocked at the time of the breaking and entering.

Friday, May 4, 2012

Police Reports 5/3-5/4

Arrest: Occurred on 5/4 at 2:04 AM- Beacon St.

A query of a vehicle’s information revealed that the registration was expired. The officer conducted a traffic stop on Beacon St. A query of the driver’s information revealed that his right to operate in Massachusetts was suspended. The driver was placed under arrest for Operating after Suspension.

Arrest: Occurred on 5/4 at 1:24 AM- Boylston St.

A vehicle was traveling at a high rate of speed on Boylston St. The officer conducted a traffic stop on Boylston St. A query of the driver’s information revealed that his license was suspended. The driver was placed under arrest for Operating after Suspension.

Thursday, May 3, 2012

Police Reports 5/1-5/3

Arrest: Occurred on 5/3 at 2:16 AM- Harvard St.

A query of a vehicle’s information revealed that the registered owner had a default warrant out of Lowell District Court. The officer conducted a traffic stop on Harvard St. The driver was confirmed to be the registered owner and he was placed under arrest for the warrant.

OUIL: Occurred on 5/3 at 1:12 AM- Boylston St./ Hammond St.

A vehicle was traveling at a high rate of speed on Boylston St. The officer conducted a traffic stop at the intersection of Boylston St. and Hammond St. Upon reaching the driver’s window, the officer could detect an odor of alcohol emanating from the driver. Based on the observations, the driver was placed under arrest for Operating Under the Influence of Liquor.

Arrest: Occurred on 5/2 at 7:03 PM- Harvard St.

A vehicle made and illegal U-turn on Harvard St. The officer conducted a traffic stop on Harvard St. A query of the driver’s information revealed that her license was suspended. The driver was placed under arrest for Operating after Suspension.

Burglary: Occurred on 5/2- Gerry Rd.

A Gerry Rd. resident reported a burglary. The victim stated that when he returned to his house he discovered that the front door of the residence was unlocked and the back door was wide open. Both doors were locked when he had left the house. The victim checked the house and discovered that two computers had been removed from a bedroom. There were no signs of forcible entry.

Arrest: Occurred on 5/2 at 9:55 AM- High St.

An officer conducted a traffic stop on High St. A query of the vehicle’s information revealed that the registration was expired. The query also revealed that the operator had an active warrant out of Brookline District Court. The driver was placed under arrest for the warrant.

Arrest: Occurred on 5/1 at 10:51 PM- Harvard St.

An officer observed two males walking on Harvard St. acting suspiciously. The males repeatedly turned their heads in a nervous manner when they observed the police vehicle. One of the males began to run and the other male turned around and began to walk away. The officer stopped the subjects to conduct a threshold inquiry. A query of the subjects information revealed that one of the individuals had a default warrant out of Somerville District Court. The subject was placed under arrest for the warrant. After a search of his person, the arrestee will also be charged with Possession of an Unlawful Weapon.

Arrest: Occurred on 5/1 at 10:19 PM- Boylston St.

A vehicle was traveling on Boylston St. at a high rate of speed. The officer conducted a traffic stop on Boylston St. A query of the driver’s information revealed that his license was suspended. The driver was placed under arrest for Operating after Suspension.

Arrest: Occurred on 5/1 at 4:38 PM- Beacon St.

A query of a vehicle’s information revealed that the registered owner had an outstanding warrant out of Somerville District Court. The officer conducted a traffic stop on Beacon St. The operator was confirmed to be the registered owner and he was placed under arrest for the warrant.

Tuesday, May 1, 2012

Police Reports 4/30-5/1

Assault: Occurred on 4/30 at 7:44 PM- Beacon St.

Officers made three arrests for an assault that started on the MBTA Red Line and MBTA Green Line and ended in Brookline. The investigation is ongoing.

Shoplifting: Occurred on 4/30 at 1:27 PM- Harvard St.

A Stop and Shop employee reported a shoplifter. The employee stated that he observed a subject on surveillance who removed an item from the store shelf, leave the store without paying, and come back into to return the item. The subject was placed under arrest for Shoplifting. After a search of his person, the subject will also be charged with possession of heroin.

Trespassing: Occurred on 4/30 at 4:00 PM- Washington St.

A Town Hall employee reported a male subject who refused to leave the Payroll office. The employee asked the subject to leave because the office was closing for the day. The police informed the subject that he would be placed under arrest if he did not leave and allow the employee to close the office. The subject refused to leave and was placed under arrest for Trespassing.

Monday, April 30, 2012

Police Reports 4/27-4/30

Arrest: Occurred on 4/29 at 6:58 PM- Grove St.

A query of a vehicle’s registration revealed that the registered owner had an outstanding warrant. The query also revealed that the vehicle’s registration was expired. The officer conducted a traffic stop on Grove St. The driver was confirmed to be the registered owner, and he was placed under arrest for the warrant.

Arrest: Occurred on 4/29 at 6:14 PM- Harvard St.

A vehicle made an illegal U-turn on Harvard St. The officer conducted a traffic stop on Harvard St. A query of the driver’s information revealed that his license was suspended. The driver was placed under arrest for Operating after Suspension.

Arrest: Occurred on 4/29 at 4:29 AM- St. Paul St.

A vehicle took an illegal right turn on red from Freeman St. onto St. Paul St. The officer conducted a traffic stop on St. Paul St. A query of the driver’s information revealed that her license was expired and that she had an active warrant out for her arrest. The driver was placed under arrest for Unlicensed Operation and the warrant.

OUIL: Occurred on 4/29 at 2:31 AM- Englewood Ave.

An officer observed a person slumped over in the driver’s seat of a parked car on Englewood Ave. The vehicle’s engine was running and the headlights were illuminated. The officer observed recent damage to the front end of the vehicle. The driver awoke upon the officer’s arrival at his window. The officer could detect an odor of alcohol emanating from the vehicle. Based on the observations, the driver was placed under arrest for Operating under the Influence of Liquor.

B&E Motor Vehicle: Occurred on 4/27- Allerton St.

An individual reported a breaking and entering of a motor vehicle. The victim stated that she parked her vehicle on Allerton St. When she returned, she discovered that the front passenger side window had been smashed and a GPS unit was removed from the vehicle.

B&E Motor Vehicle: Occurred on 4/27- Boylston St./ Philbrick Rd.

An individual reported a breaking and entering of a motor vehicle. The victim stated she parked her vehicle at the corner of Boylston St. and Phillbrick Rd. When she returned, she discovered that the front passenger side window had been smashed and a GPS unit was removed from the vehicle.

Friday, April 27, 2012

Recent Cell Phone Robberies

Since March 28, the town of Brookline has had four street robberies of cell phones. The suspect description has been consistently a black male between 5’10” and 6’ feet tall and heavy set. The suspect is specifically targeting iPhones. All four victims have been women who were walking alone while talking on their iPhones. The suspect has pushed, punched or hit the victims, and no weapon has been shown. The crimes have taken place between 8:00 PM and midnight. The suspect has been committing the robberies on the North side of Brookline. These robberies have occurred on St. Paul St., High St., Browne St., and Longwood Ave. Residents should be advised to limit cell phone use when walking alone, especially during the night. Be aware of your surroundings and contact the police if you feel like you are being followed. If an incident does occur, please reach a phone and contact the police as quickly as possible.

Police Reports 4/26-4/27

Arrest: Occurred on 4/27 at 3:21 AM- Kent St.

A vehicle was traveling on Kent St. with a defective rear number plate light. The officer conducted a traffic stop on Kent St. A query of the driver’s information revealed that her license was suspended. The driver was placed under arrest for Operating after Suspension.

Robbery: Occurred on 4/26 at 11:46 PM- Longwood Ave.

Officers responded to Longwood Ave. for the report of a robbery. The victim stated that she was talking on her cell phone while she walked along Longwood Ave. The victim stated that she was pushed from behind and an unknown individual took her cell phone. The suspect then took off running on Longwood Ave. The victim described the suspect as a dark skin male, 6' tall, with braids in his hair and was wearing a black fleece. A search of the area for the suspect was unsuccessful.

Arrest: Occurred on 4/26 at 10:15 PM- Beacon St.

A vehicle was traveling on Beacon St. at a high rate of speed. The officer conducted a traffic stop on Beacon St. A query of the driver’s information revealed that his right to operate in Massachusetts was suspended. The driver was placed under arrest for Operating after Suspension.

Shoplifting: Occurred on 4/26 at 8:20 PM- Harvard St.

A TJ Maxx employee reported a shoplifting. A loss prevention employee stated that he observed a subject removing items from their original packaging and concealing them in a bag. The subject was placed under arrest for Shoplifting.

Thursday, April 26, 2012

Police Reports 4/25-4/26

Attempted Burglary: Occurred on 4/25- Adams St.

On 4/25/12 at 3:50 PM officers responded to an Adams St. residence for the report of a suspicious male attempting to gain access to the residence. The caller stated that she witnessed a subject examining a locked shed in the rear of the building. The witness stated that the subject then went to the side door and attempted to gain access to the building. It did not appear that the suspect was able to enter the residence. The subject was described as a dark- skinned male in his 30s, 6 feet tall, medium build, short hair and wearing jeans and a dark-colored top. Officers could not locate the suspect after a search of the area.

On 7:15 PM of the same day, officers responded to the same Adams St. residence for a residential alarm. The screen on a side window had been removed and there were fresh pry marks on the base of the window. It did not appear that access into the residence had been gained.

Arrest: Occurred on 4/25 at 10:11 AM- Boylston St.

A vehicle was traveling on Boylston St. with an expired inspection sticker. The officer conducted a traffic stop on Boylston St. A query of the driver’s information revealed that his license was suspended. The driver was placed under arrest for Operating after Suspension.

Wednesday, April 25, 2012

Police Reports 4/24-4/25

Arrest: Occurred on 4/25 at 1:17 AM- Boylston St.

A vehicle was traveling on Boylston St. at a high rate of speed. The officer conducted a traffic stop on Boylston St. A query of the driver’s information revealed that his license was suspended. The driver was placed under arrest for Operating after Suspension.

B&E Motor Vehicle: Occurred on 4/24- Welland Rd.

A Welland Rd. resident reported a breaking and entering of a motor vehicle. The victim stated that he parked his vehicle in front of his home at 3:00 PM. When he returned at 11:20 PM, he noticed that the driver’s side window had been smashed. A radar detector was stolen from the vehicle.

Breaking and Entering: Occurred on 4/24 at 2:50 PM- Browne St.

Officers responded to a Browne St. residence for the report of a live breaking and entering. The caller stated that he heard a loud noise in the common hallway and went to investigate. The witness stated that he observed a white or light skinned Hispanic male run away from the entry door of the second floor apartment. The subject got into a green Honda and fled the scene. Police were unable to locate the vehicle after a canvass of the area. The entry door of the apartment was left open and officers observed fresh pry marks.

Tuesday, April 24, 2012

Police Reports 4/23-4/24

Arrest: Occurred on 4/24 at 2:01 AM- Washington St.

A vehicle was traveling with a defective headlight. The officer conducted a traffic stop on Washington St. A query of the driver’s information revealed that his right to operate in Massachusetts was suspended. The driver was placed under arrest for Operating after Suspension.

Shoplifting: Occurred on 4/23 at 3:20 PM- Harvard St.

A TJ Maxx employee reported a shoplifter. A loss prevention employee stated that he observed a subject removing merchandise from its original packaging and concealing it in a bag. The subject was placed under arrest for Shoplifting.

Arrest: Occurred on 4/23 at 2:01 PM- Marion St.

A vehicle failed to stop for the stop sign located at Marion St. and Park St. The officer conducted a traffic stop on Marion St. A query of the driver’s information revealed that he did not have a valid driver’s license. The driver was placed under arrest for Not Duly Licensed.

Shoplifting: Occurred on 4/23 at 1:23 PM- Commonwealth Ave.

A CVS employee reported a shoplifter. A loss prevention employee stated that he observed a subject taking items off the shelves and placing them in a backpack. The subject then attempted to leave without paying for the items. The subject was placed under arrest for shoplifting.

Monday, April 23, 2012

Police Reports 4/20-4/23

OUIL: Occurred on 4/22 at 1:52 AM- Boylston St.

A vehicle was traveling on Boylston St. at a high rate of speed. The vehicle veered to the right over the white line and into the breakdown lane. The officer conducted a traffic stop on Boylston St. Upon reaching the operator, the officer could detect an odor of alcohol emanating from the vehicle. Based on the observations, the driver was placed under arrest for Operating Under the Influence of Alcohol.

Robbery: Occurred on 4/21 at 9:54 PM- Browne St.

Officers responded to Browne St. for several reports of a robbery. Upon arrival, officers were met by a female victim. The victim stated that she was walking on Browne St. when someone pushed her down from behind and stole her cell phone from her hand. The suspect fled down an alleyway. The victim described the suspect as light brown skin male, 20-30 years old, 5'8 to 5'10, medium build, clean shaven with a buzz hair cut, wearing a red hooded sweatshirt. Officers searched the area but could not locate the suspect.

Arrest: Occurred on 4/21 at 5:18 PM- St. Mary’s St.

Brookline officers were informed by a BU police officer that he observed two black males who he believed to have stolen bicycles fleeing on St. Mary’s St. Officers observed two males matching the description traveling on bicycles on Beacon St. Suspect #1 was stopped on St. Paul St. Suspect #2 fled and was eventually stopped at the corner of St. Paul and Sewall Ave. Based on the facts, the two suspects were placed under arrest for Receiving Stolen Property.

Arrest: Occurred on 5:07 PM- Washington St.

Officers responded to CVS for the report of a customer disturbance. A customer was asked to leave the store after yelling inside the store about not being able to use coupons. A query of the subject’s information revealed that she had a warrant out of Dorchester District Court. She was placed under arrest for the warrant.

Arrest: Occurred on 4/21 at 2:02 PM- Hammond St.

A vehicle was traveling on Hammond St. at a high rate of speed. The officer conducted a traffic stop on Hammond St. A query of the driver’s information revealed that his license was revoked. The driver was placed under arrest for Operating after Revocation.

Shoplifting: Occurred on 4/21 at 10:59 AM- Harvard St.

A GAP employee reported a shoplifter. A loss prevention employee stated that he observed a female concealing merchandise from the store. The subject was placed under arrest for shoplifting.

Arrest: Occurred on 4/20 at 11:00 PM- Brookline Ave.

A vehicle made an illegal U-turn across a double yellow line. The officer conducted a traffic stop on Brookline Ave. at the Riverway. Upon reaching the driver’s window, the officer could detect a strong odor of marijuana. Officers observed a bag in plain view on the driver’s side door that contained a brownish powder believed to be heroin. The driver was placed under arrest for Possession of a Class A drug.

Arrest: Occurred on 4/20 at 5:10 PM

Two individuals reported a subject coming out from behind a Heath St. building with a bicycle that was believed to have been stolen. The reporting party stated that she observed a male subject walk behind a Heath St. building and then reappear. The witness said he then walked behind another Heath St. building, this time reappearing with a bicycle.

Officers were able to stop a subject who matched the description in the surrounding area. Both witnesses positively identified the subject as the male that they had observed. The bicycle was positively identified and turned over to a Heath St. resident. The subject was placed under arrest for Receiving Stolen Property.

Shoplifting: Occurred on 4/20 at 12:54 PM- Harvard St.

A TJ Maxx employee reported a shoplifter. A loss prevention employee stated that he observed a subject attempt to leave the store with merchandise concealed in his clothing. The subject was placed under arrest for Shoplifting.