February 28, 2022

Monday, February 21

SHOPLIFTING - Officers were called to Beacon St for a report of shoplifting. The reporting party stated they witnessed an individual take an item from the shelf then proceeded to leave the store. When confronted, the individual fled the area. The matter is under investigation.

MV THEFT - Officers responded to Beacon St for a report of a theft of a motor vehicle. The reporting party stated they left their vehicle running with the key in the ignition and returned to discover it missing. Officers have since recovered the vehicle. The matter is under investigation.

Tuesday, February 22

ASSAULT - Officers took a report of an assault that occurred at the Longwood Av MBTA stop. The victim was inside the kiosk at night when a male individual entered the kiosk and stabbed him multiple times with an unknown object. The suspect then fled the area on foot, and the victim was transported to the hospital. The matter is under investigation.

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers were called to Dean Rd for a report of a package theft. The reporting party stated that they received confirmation that the packages were delivered, but when they went to collect them, the packages were gone. The matter is under investigation.

CAR BREAK - Officers responded to Harvard St for a report of a breaking and entering of a motor vehicle. The reporting party stated they returned to their vehicle and discovered it had been rummaged through and property was missing. The matter is under investigation.

FRAUD - Officers took a report of fraud. The reporting party stated that they discovered multiple fraudulent charges had been made to their debit card. The matter is under investigation.

MV THEFT - Officers were called to Babcock St for a report of a theft of a motor vehicle. The reporting party stated they left the vehicle running, with the keys inside, and when they returned, the vehicle was gone. It has since been recovered, and the individuals responsible have been placed under arrest for theft of a motor vehicle.

Wednesday, February 23

MALICIOUS DAMAGE - Officers took a report of malicious damage done to a motor vehicle in the area of Beacon St and Lancaster Tr. The reporting party stated they discovered several scratch marks along the body of the vehicle, as well as several ovals and circles carved into the paint. The matter is under investigation.

FRAUD - Officers responded to Sewall Av for a report of fraud. The reporting party stated they were contacted by an individual claiming to be from Eversource. The individual then claimed there was an outstanding balance that needed to be paid off or else the power would be shut off in 30 minutes. The matter is under investigation.

AUTO PARTS THEFT - Officers were called to Walnut St for a report of a theft. The reporting party stated they discovered that the tailgate, bumper, and license plate had been removed from their vehicle overnight. The matter is under investigation.

LARCENY - Officers responded to South St for a report of a theft. The reporting party stated that a group of individuals took a golf cart from the premises but later abandoned it. The golf cart has been recovered, although it sustained damage. The matter is under investigation.

Thursday, February 24

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers were called to Beacon St for a report of a package theft. The reporting party stated they received packages but discovered two individuals stole them overnight. The matter is under investigation.

MV THEFT - Officers responded to Babcock St for a report of a theft of a motor vehicle. The reporting party stated they left their vehicle running, with the keys in the ignition, and returned to discover it missing. The matter is under investigation.

Friday, February 25

LARCENY - Officers were called to Powell St for a report of a theft. The reporting party stated they discovered someone had removed money from their wallet without their knowledge or consent. The person responsible will be summonsed to court.

LARCENY - Officers took a report of stolen checks. The reporting party stated they discovered an individual had altered checks and attempted to cash them without the party's knowledge or consent. The matter is under investigation.

Saturday, February 26

MV THEFT - Officers responded to St Paul St for a report of a stolen motor vehicle. The reporting party stated they left their vehicle in their assigned parking spot and discovered it was missing the next morning. The matter is under investigation.

FALSE PRETENSE - Officers took a report of a theft that occurred on Pleasant St. The reporting party stated they were approached by an individual claiming they needed money to get back to their home country and offered jewelry as collateral. The reporting party later discovered the jewelry was fake. The matter is under investigation.

CAR BREAK - Officers were called to Brook St for a report of a past breaking and entering of a motor vehicle. The reporting party stated they discovered the center console had been rummaged through and property was missing from the vehicle. The matter is under investigation.

CAR BREAK - Officers responded to Park St for a report of a past breaking and entering of a motor vehicle. The reporting party stated they discovered the door open and that the compartments had been rummaged through. The matter is under investigation.

FRAUD - Officers took a report of an internet fraud. The reporting party stated they contacted an individual claiming to be a rental manager of a property. The individual requested payment for the property but dropped contact after the money was transferred. The matter is under investigation.

CAR BREAK - Officers were called to Aspinwall Av for a report of a breaking and entering of a motor vehicle. The reporting party stated they discovered items that had been inside the vehicle was scattered around on the ground outside and noticed property was missing. The matter is under investigation.

Sunday, February 27

COUNTERFEIT - Officers responded to Commonwealth Av for a report of counterfeit money. The reporting party stated an individual attempted to pay with a bill that was not a legitimate form of currency. They will be summonsed to court for uttering counterfeit bills.

ASSAULT - Officers were called to the area of Harvard St and Beals St for a report of a fight in progress. The victim stated they had been cut off by another vehicle, and the suspect later confronted them and struck them multiple times. The suspect will be summonsed to court for assault and battery and disorderly conduct.

February 23, 2022

Monday, February 14

MALICIOUS DAMAGE - Officers responded to Harvard St for a report of malicious damage. The reporting party stated they observed damage done to the bathroom of a store. The matter is under investigation.

FRAUD - Officers were called to Winchester St for a report of fraud. The reporting party stated they received letters from the state about their unemployment benefits, for which they did not apply. The matter is under investigation. 

FRAUD - Officers responded to Boylston St for a report of fraud. The reporting party stated they received a letter from the state about their unemployment benefits, for which they did not apply. The matter is under investigation. 

Tuesday, February 15

LARCENY - Officers were called to Cummings Rd for a report of a theft from a motor vehicle. The reporting party stated they parked their car on the street and later noticed, while driving, that it was making a loud sound. They discovered that the catalytic converter had been removed from the vehicle. The matter is under investigation.

LARCENY - Officers responded to Boylston St for a report of a theft of a cellphone. The reporting party stated that, while exchanging information after a motor vehicle crash, the other party involved asked for their phone to input information but drove away with the device. 

CAR BREAK - Officers were called to Leverett St for multiple reports of a breaking and entering of a motor vehicle. The reporting party stated they discovered their vehicles, which had been left unlocked, had been rummaged through and property was missing. The matter is under investigation.

CAR BREAK - Officers took a report of a breaking and entering of a motor vehicle that occurred on Cameron St. The reporting party stated they left their car unlocked in the driveway and returned in the morning to find it had been rummaged through, although nothing appeared to be taken. The matter is under investigation.

Wednesday, February 16

LARCENY - Officers were called to Kilsyth Rd for a report of a theft from a motor vehicle. The reporting party stated they parked their car on the street and later noticed that it was making a loud sound. They discovered that the catalytic converter had been removed from the vehicle. The matter is under investigation.

MOPED THEFT - Officers responded to Dean Rd for a report of a stolen motorized scooter. The reporting party stated they left the scooter unlocked in front of a building and returned a few hours later to discover it missing. The matter is under investigation.

LARCENY - Officers were called to Strathmore Rd for a report of individuals attempting to remove catalytic converters from motor vehicles. They were apprehended and placed under arrest.

Thursday, February 17

ANIMAL BITE - Officers responded to Sumner Rd for a report of a dog bite. They observed a loose dog biting a dog on a leash while the victim attempted to separate them. The loose dog was secured, and its owner was issued a citation.

FRAUD - Officers were called to Green St for a possible fraud report. The reporting party stated they received an email stating that their Norton account was being renewed and that they owed a balance. They used the email provided to clear up the issue and grew suspicious. They have been advised to monitor their accounts for suspicious activity.

FRAUD - Officers responded to Freeman St for a report of fraud. The reporting party stated they were contacted by an individual offering a job. The individual sent a check then requested the reporting party to repay a certain amount. The matter is under investigation.

LARCENY - Officers were called to Parkman St for a report of larceny. The reporting party stated items had gone missing from their residence. The matter is under investigation.

Friday, February 18

ATTEMPTED BURGLARY - Officers responded to Boylston St for a report of an attempted breaking and entering. The reporting party stated two individuals had attempted to gain entry to a store by throwing rocks through the front window. When this failed, they eventually fled the scene. The matter is under investigation. 

February 15, 2022

Monday, February 7

ATTEMPTED CAR BREAK - Officers were called to Aspinwall Av for a report of a suspicious individual. The reporting party stated they saw an individual pulling on several car doors, and when reporting party confronted them, they immediately left the area. The matter is under investigation.

SHOPLIFTING - Officers responded to Harvard St for a report of a past shoplifting. The reporting party stated an individual came into the store, grabbed merchandise, then left without paying. The matter is under investigation.

FRAUD - Officers were called to St Paul St for a report of fraud. The reporting party stated they were contacted by an individual online selling tickets to an event. They sent payment online but never received the tickets in return. The matter is under investigation.

LARCENY - Officers took a report of larceny and past malicious damage to a motor vehicle. The reporting party stated they parked their vehicle in a garage on Beacon St and returned to find damage done to the windshield wiper and license plate. They returned later to discover the license plate completely gone. The matter is under investigation.

Tuesday, February 8

LARCENY - Officers responded to Beacon St for a report of larceny. The reporting party stated they left their wallet on a table and returned to find it missing. The matter is under investigation.

MALICIOUS DAMAGE - Officers were called to Beacon St for a report of malicious damage to a motor vehicle. The reporting party stated they returned to the garage where they park their vehicle and found damage done to the windshield wiper. The matter is under investigation.

MALISCIOUS DAMAGE - Officers responded to Beacon St for a report of malicious damage to a motor vehicle. The reporting party stated they returned to the garage where they park their vehicle and found damage done to the windshield wiper and license plate. The matter is under investigation.

Wednesday, February 9

FRAUD - Officers were called to Babcock St for a report of check fraud. The reporting party stated that there have been several fraudulent checks passed with their information but without their knowledge or consent. The matter is under investigation.

LARCENY - Officers took a report for larcenies that occurred along Longwood Av and Chapel St. The reporting party stated that boxes housing electronic equipment had been broken into over the course of several weeks. The matter is under investigation.

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers responded to Beacon St for a report of a package theft. The reporting party stated they were notified that the package had arrived, but it was gone when they went to collect it from the vestibule. The matter is under investigation.

CAR BREAK - Officers were called to Beacon St for a report of a past breaking and entering of a motor vehicle. The reporting party stated they left the car unlocked and returned to find it had been rummaged through, although nothing appeared to be missing. The matter is under investigation.

Thursday, February 10

ASSAULT - Officers responded to Boylston St for a report of an altercation between two parties. Reportedly, the two individuals began fighting after a nearly colliding into one another. Both will be summonsed to court for assault and battery.

LARCENY - Officers were called to Beacon St for multiple reports of thefts of license plates. The reporting parties stated they parked their vehicles in the designated spots in the parking lot and found their vehicles with varying degrees of damage and the license plates missing. The individual responsible has been found and will be summonsed to court for larceny.

MALICIOUS DAMAGE - Officers responded to Beacon St for a report of malicious damage done to a vehicle. The reporting party stated they found the license plate bent and the front bumper damaged. The individual responsible has been found and will be summonsed to court for malicious damage to a motor vehicle.

MALICIOUS DAMAGE - Officers were called to St Paul St for a report of malicious damage done to a vehicle. The reporting party stated they observed scratches on the sides and hood of their vehicle. The matter is under investigation.

Friday, February 11

FRAUD - Officers responded to Beacon St for a report of fraud. The reporting party stated they were contacted by an individual claiming to work for Walmart who offered a position as a 'secret survey shopper'. The individual mailed them one check then asked for a check in return, but the individual's check was flagged as fraudulent. The matter is under investigation.

MALICIOUS DAMAGE - Officers were called to Beacon St for a report of several recovered license plates. Officers contacted the owners and returned the plates. The individual responsible has been found and will be summonsed to court for malicious damage to a motor vehicle.

LARCENY - Officers were called to Beacon St for multiple reports of thefts of license plates. The reporting parties stated they parked their vehicles in the designated spots in the parking lot and found their vehicles with varying degrees of damage and the license plates missing. The individual responsible has been found and will be summonsed to court for larceny.

ASSAULT - Officers responded to Commonwealth Av for a report of an altercation between two parties. Reportedly, one individual confronted another taking part in a protest. The altercation escalated when the first individual placed their hands on the other's person, and the second person struck back with a megaphone. Both individuals will be summonsed to court for assault and battery.

LARCENY - Officers were called to Park St for a report of theft. The reporting party stated money went missing from their room. The matter is under investigation.

FRAUD - Officers responded to Beacon St for a report of fraud. The reporting party was contacted by the bank about a check that had been flagged. They confirmed it was fraudulent, and it was stopped. The matter is under investigation

FRAUD - Officers were called to Woodcliff Rd for a report of a past fraud. The reporting party stated they discovered a fraudulent charge on their bank statement. The matter is under investigation.

MALICIOUS DAMAGE - Officers responded to Beacon St for a report of malicious damage done to a vehicle. The reporting party stated they found the license plate bent and the front bumper damaged. The individual responsible has been found and will be summonsed to court for malicious damage to a motor vehicle.

SHOPLIFTING - Officers were called to Harvard St for a report of shoplifting. The reporting party stated they witnessed an individual placing merchandise in a bag with the intention of leaving without paying. The individual was apprehended and will be summonsed to court for shoplifting.

FRAUD - Officers took a report of fraud. The reporting party stated they wrote a check and later discovered it had been altered and cashed without their knowledge or consent. The matter is under investigation.

Saturday, February 12

MV THEFT - Officers responded to Warwick Rd for a report of a theft of a motor vehicle. The reporting party stated they left their car unlocked in the parking lot to the rear of the building and returned in the morning to discover it was missing. It has since been recovered. The matter is under investigation.

FRAUD - Officers were called to Dale St for a report of fraud. The reporting party stated they had received an email stating they were being refunded for a past purchase. They used the provided number to contact the company about the refund and was asked for their bank information. The matter is under investigation.

MALICIOUS DAMAGE - Officers responded to Beacon St for a report of a possible breaking and entering. The reporting party stated an individual smashed the front door of a building. The individual will be summonsed to court for malicious damage to a building.

Sunday, February 13

FRAUD - Officers were called to Parkway Rd for a report of fraud. The reporting party stated they discovered fraudulent charges on their bank statements. The matter is under investigation.

February 7, 2022

Monday, January 31

SHOPLITFTING - Officers were called to Harvard St for a report of shoplifting. The reporting party stated they witnessed an individual enter the store, cut the security tag off of merchandise, and leave without paying. The matter is under investigation.

ASSAULT - Officers responded to Harvard St for an unwanted person. The victim stated the individual came into their office, grabbed their arms, and shoved them. The individual will be summonsed to court for assault and battery.

SHOPLITFTING - Officers were called to Harvard St for a report of past shoplifting. The reporting party stated they witnessed an individual enter the store, cut the security tag off of merchandise, and leave without paying. The matter is under investigation.

Tuesday, February 1

FRAUD - Officers took a report of ID fraud. The reporting party stated they received a bill from an unknown Comcast account under their name. They reported the fraud and were advised to look out for further fraudulent activity. The matter is under investigation.

LARCENY - Officers responded to Centre St for a report of larceny by false pretense. The reporting party stated they hired an individual to do renovation work on their residence. The individual claimed to file permits for the work and continued to collect payment. The matter is under investigation.

LARCENY - Officers were called to Thorndike St for a report of larceny by false pretense. The victim stated they were contacted by an individual who claimed the victim had won a large sum of money but they needed money to complete the transaction. The matter is under investigation,

FRAUD - Officers took a report of fraudulent use of a credit card. The reporting party stated they observed unknown charges on their credit card statement. They were were advised to look for further fraudulent activity. The matter is under investigation.

LARCENY - Officers responded to Marshal St for a report of stolen property. The reporting party stated they returned home after a few days and noticed the snow blower was missing from its storage space. The matter is under investigation.

Wednesday, February 2

LARCENY - Officers were called to Park St for a report of stolen property. The reporting party stated they realized they were missing money from their room. The matter is under investigation.

ANIMAL BITE - Officers responded to Boylston St for a report of a dog bite. The reporting party stated they were walking their dog on Loveland Rd when they passed another dog that was tethered to a long leash. The dog then bit the reporting party's dog around the back and neck. The owner was issued a citation.

FRAUD - Officers were called to Pleasant St for a report of credit card fraud. The reporting party stated they were alerted to multiple fraudulent charges on their credit card after their wallet went missing. The matter is under investigation.

Thursday, February 3

PACKAGE THEFT- Officers responded to University Av for a report of a package theft. The reporting party stated they received confirmation of the package's delivery, but it was not there when they went to collect it.

Friday, February 4

ANIMAL BITE - Officers took a report of a dog bite that occurred on Harvard St. The reporting party stated they were walking past an individual with two dogs, when one of the dogs bit them on the arm. The matter has been resolved.

LARCENY - Officers were called to South St for a report of larceny. The reporting party stated that after their phone had been stolen, they began noticing fraudulent charges on their bank statements. The individual responsible has been summonsed to court for larceny.

Saturday, February 5

SHOPLITFTING - Officers responded to Harvard St for a report of shoplifting. The reporting party stated an individual entered the store and began placing merchandise into their bags. When an employee confronted them, the individual left. The matter is under investigation.

FRAUD - Officers took a report of credit card fraud. The reporting party stated they noticed unauthorized charges on their statements. The matter is under investigation.

MALICIOUS DAMAGE - Officers were called to Strathmore Rd for a report of malicious damage. the reporting party stated they heard a strange noise outside and discovered that someone had thrown eggs against the window. The matter is under investigation.

January 31, 2022

Monday, January 24

CAR BREAK - Officers were called to Osborne Rd for a report of a breaking and entering of a motor vehicle. The reporting party stated they left their car unlocked the night before and returned in the morning to find the glove compartment open and items strewn about. The matter is under investigation.

Tuesday, January 25

ARSON - Units were dispatched to Woodland Rd for a house fire. Officers identified a suspicious individual leaving the scene and have taken them into custody.

BURGLARY - Officers responded to Commonwealth Av for a report of a breaking and entering. An individual was seen rummaging through vehicles in the parking lot and then entering the building. The matter is under investigation.

MALICIOUS DAMAGE - Officers were called to Beverly Rd for a report of malicious damage done to a building. The reporting party stated a window had been broken by rocks thrown from outside. The matter is under investigation.

LARCENY - Officers responded to Egmont St for a report of a theft from a building. The reporting party stated they left property in a stairwell to their building but discovered it missing the next morning. The matter is under investigation.

CAR BREAK - Officers were called to Commonwealth Av for a report of a breaking and entering of a motor vehicle. The reporting party stated they discovered the window had been smashed and property was missing. The matter is under investigation. 

CAR BREAK - Officers responded to Commonwealth Av for a report of a breaking and entering of a motor vehicle. The reporting party stated they discovered the window had been smashed and property was missing. The matter is under investigation. 

CAR BREAK - Officers were called to Adams St for a report of a breaking and entering of a motor vehicle. The reporting party stated they discovered the window had been smashed and property was missing. The matter is under investigation. 

ID FRAUD - Officers took a report of ID Fraud. The reporting party stated that they received notification that they owed payment for an unemployment claim that was made in their name without their knowledge or consent. The matter is under investigation.

CAR BREAK - Officers responded to Hurd Rd for a report of a breaking and entering of a motor vehicle. The reporting party stated they left their car unlocked the night before and returned in the morning to find the glove compartment open and items strewn about. The matter is under investigation. 

CAR BREAK - Officers were called to Commonwealth Av for a report of a breaking and entering of a motor vehicle. The reporting party stated they returned to their car to find items strewn about and property missing. The matter is under investigation. 

CAR BREAK - Officers responded to Hurd Rd for a report of a breaking and entering of a motor vehicle. The reporting party stated they left their car unlocked the night before and returned in the morning to find the glove compartment open and items strewn about. The matter is under investigation.

SHOPLIFTING - Officers were called to Harvard St for a report of shoplifting. The reporting party stated an individual filled bags with clothing and attempted to leave without paying. The matter is now under investigation.

Wednesday, January 26

CAR BREAK - Officers responded to Colchester St for a report of breaking and entering of a motor vehicle. The reporting party stated they left their car unlocked the night before and returned in the morning to find the glove compartment open and items strewn about. The matter is under investigation.

FRAUD - Officers took a report of an online fraud. The reporting party stated they were contacted online about investing in cryptocurrency and were told to pay an income tax on their account in order to access it. The matter is under investigation.

FRAUD - Officers took a report of ID fraud. The reporting party stated they were notified by the bank about charges to their account and discovered a lease had been created through their information. They were advised to monitor their accounts for further fraudulent activity. The matter is under investigation.

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers were called to Thayer St for a report of a package theft. The reporting party stated they received notification of the delivery, but the package was gone when they went to collect it. The matter is under investigation.

LARCENY- Officers responded to Longwood Av for a report of a past fraud and theft. The reporting party stated they purchased a laptop through an online marketplace and discovered it had been previously stolen. The matter is under investigation.

SHOPLIFTING - Officers were called to Harvard St for a report of shoplifting. The reporting party stated an individual concealed an item in their jacket and left without paying. The matter is under investigation.

CAR BREAK - Officers responded to Sewall Av for a report of a breaking and entering of a motor vehicle. The reporting party stated they had left the vehicle unlocked and returned in the morning to find property missing. The matter is under investigation.

FRAUD - Officers took a report of a past fraud. The reporting party stated they discovered a fake check had been cashed from their account. The matter is under investigation.

Thursday, January 27

CAR BREAK - Officers responded to Sewall Av for a report of a breaking and entering of a motor vehicle. The reporting party stated they had left the vehicle unlocked and returned in the morning to find property missing. The matter is under investigation.

CAR BREAK - Officers were called to Commonwealth Av for a report of a breaking and entering of a motor vehicle. The reporting party stated they discovered the cover to their truck bed had been slashed open, but nothing was missing. The matter is under investigation.

BAT EXOPOSURE -  Officers were contacted by an individual who reported they had found a bat in their home and managed to move it outside. 

CAR BREAK - Officers responded to Commonwealth Av for a report of a breaking and entering of a motor vehicle. The reporting party stated they discovered the cover to their truck bed had been slashed open. The matter is under investigation.

Friday, January 28

MALICIOUS DAMAGE - Officers were called to Beacon St for a report of malicious damage done to a building. The reporting party stated an individual entered the property and began to put holes in walls and otherwise damage the unit due to a verbal disagreement. The individual will be summonsed to court for malicious destruction of property

ID FRAUD - Officers took a report of ID fraud. The reporting party stated they were alerted that their personal information was used to open new bank accounts and someone attempted to transfer funds from their account. The matter is under investigation.

LARCENY - Officers responded to Webster St for a report of a theft. The reporting party stated property went missing from their room. The matter is under investigation.

Sunday, January 30

MV THEFT - Officers were called to Beacon St for a report of a motor vehicle theft. The reporting party stated they left their vehicle unlocked and running, and when they returned, it was no longer there. The matter is under investigation.

FRAUD - Officers took a report of fraud. The reporting party stated they discovered a bank account had been created in their name. The matter is under investigation.

January 26, 2022

Monday, January 17

MV THEFT - Officers responded to Commonwealth Av for a report of a stolen motor vehicle. The vehicle has since been recovered.

Tuesday, January 18

BURGLARY - Officers were called to Harvard St for a report of a breaking and entering. An individual was witnessed forcefully entering the building, emptying a register, and taking property before fleeing the scene. The matter is under investigation.

Wednesday, January 19

NOISE VIOLATION - Officers responded to Verndale St for a report of a noise violation. The reporting party stated there was loud music coming from a neighbor's residence late at night. The individual was issued a by-law citation.

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers took a report of a package theft that occurred on Kent St. The reporting party stated they received notification of a delivery, but when they went to collect it later in the evening, the package was missing. The matter is under investigation.

GRAFFITI - Officers responded to Greenough St for a report of graffiti on public property.

Thursday, January 20

ASSAULT - Officers were called to Harvard St for a dispute among two individuals. It is reported that an individual grew agitated when they noticed another patron was not wearing a mask. As they were leaving the store, they threw their coffee to the ground, making contact with the other party involved. The suspect has been placed under arrest.

ANIMAL BITE - Officers responded to Larz Anderson Park for a report of a person bitten by dogs. The reporting party stated their dog was off-leash a the park when they were approached by another individual walking five dogs, also off-leash. The dogs grew aggressive with one another, and when the reporting party attempted to pick up their dog, they were bitten by the others. The matter is currently under investigation by animal control, and all animals involved were confirmed to be up to date on their vaccinations.

SHOPLIFTING - Officers were called to Harvard St for a report of a larceny. The reporting party stated two individuals entered the store, asked for something behind the counter, and fled with property while their back was turned. The matter is under investigation.

SHOPLIFTING - Officers responded to Beacon St for a report of shoplifting. The reporting party stated they saw two individuals enter the store and proceed to place several items in a backpack and in their jacket

Friday, January 21

ASSAULT - Officers were called to St Paul St for a report of a person acting aggressively. The reporting party stated an individual followed an Uber down the street and proceeded to strike both the vehicle and the passenger. The responsible party will be summonsed to court for assault and damage to property.

ROBBERY - Officers responded to Beacon St for a report of a robbery. The reporting party stated an individual came into the store and began placing items in a backpack, with the intent of leaving without paying, and when they confronted them and attempted to take back the items, a physical altercation ensued. The suspect fled but was later placed under arrest. They will be charged with unarmed robbery and shoplifting.

FORGERY - Officers took a report of a forgery. The reporting party stated someone had attempted to withdraw money from a bank account using their identification. The matter is under investigation.

FRAUD - Officers were called to Brook St for a report of fraud by check. The reporting party stated they discovered a check had been rewritten and cashed to an unknown person without their knowledge of consent. The matter is under investigation.

Saturday, January 22

FRAUD - Officers responded to Kent Sq for a report of fraud by check. The reporting party stated they discovered a check had been rewritten and cashed to an unknown person without their knowledge of consent. The matter is under investigation.

Sunday, January 23 

ID FRAUD - Officers were called to Bowker St for a report of ID fraud. The reporting party stated withdrawals from an investment fund was made under their name without their knowledge or consent. The matter is under investigation.

ANIMAL BITE - Officers responded to Grove St for a report of a dog bite. The reporting party stated they were walking their dog down the street when they were approached another individual with two dogs. One of the two bit their dog and their hand as they tried to separate the animals. The matter is under investigation.

January 17, 2022

Tuesday, January 11

SHOPLIFTING - Officers responded to Harvard St for a report of shoplifting. The reporting party stated an individual took clothing off the rack and ran from the store. The matter is under investigation.

Wednesday, January 12

LARCENY - Officers were called to Linden Pl for a report of a larceny. The reporting party stated an individual took outdoor statues from their property. The matter is under investigation.

SHOPLIFTING - Officers responded to Harvard St for a report of shoplifting. The reporting party stated they witnessed an individual attempted to conceal items on their person but fled when confronted. The individual will be summonsed to court for shoplifting.

Friday, January 14

BURGLARY - Officers were called to Salisbury Rd for a report of a breaking and entering. The reporting party stated they found two individuals in their garage. Upon arrival, officers detained the individuals and placed them under arrest for breaking and entering,

ANIMAL BITE - Officers responded to Atherton Rd for a report of a dog bite. The reporting party stated they were walking their dog when they came across a loose dog, which came at them aggressively, biting both the reporting party and their dog. The owner of the loose dog has been issued a by-law citation.

Saturday, January 15

BURGLARY - Officers were called to Yarmouth Rd for a report of a breaking and entering. The reporting party stated they returned home to find their residence had been burglarized, having used force to gain entry. The matter is under investigation,

January 10, 2022

 Monday, January 3

CAR BREAK - Officers took a report of a car break that occurred on Lanark Rd. The reporting party stated they returned to their car to find property strewn about the front seats. The matter is under investigation.

MV THEFT - Officers were called to Amory St for a report of a motor vehicle theft. The reporting party stated they discovered their car was missing this morning. The matter is under investigation.

Tuesday, January 4

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers responded to Centre St for a report of a past package theft. The reporting party stated that they received notification that the package arrived, but it was gone when they went to retrieve it. The matter is under investigation.

DOG BITE - Officers took a report of a past dog bite. The reporting party stated they were walking their dog on Walnut St when a loose dog approached and attacked their dog. Officers determined the dog was up to date on its vaccinations and the owner was issued a citation.

CAR BREAK - Officers took a report of a car break that occurred on Lanark Rd. The reporting party stated they discovered their car in disarray and realized property was missing. The matter is under investigation.

GRAFFITI - Officers responded to Coolidge Corner for a report of graffiti in a public space. The matter is under investigation.

LARCENY - Officers were called to Brookline Place for a report of stolen property. The reporting party stated the item was left in an unsecured room, and when they returned, it was gone. The matter is under investigation.

CAR BREAK - Officers responded to Thatcher St for a report of breaking and entering of motor vehicles. The reporting party stated they found their cars unlocked and with property strewn about the seats. The matter is under investigation.

MV THEFT - Officers were called to Freeman St for a report of a stolen motor vehicle. The reporting party stated they parked their car on the street and returned in the morning to discover it was missing. It has since been recovered.

Wednesday, January 5

GRAFFITI - Officers took a report for graffiti on Greenough St. The matter is under investigation.

ROBBERY - Officers responded to Greenough St for a report of an assault that just occurred. The reporting party stated that a person had been traveling down the street when four individuals jumped out of a car and attacked them, took their belongings, and fled the area. The matter is under investigation.

CAR BREAK - Officers were called to Commonwealth Av for a report of a breaking and entering of a motor vehicle. The reporting party stated they parked their car on the street and returned to find property missing. The matter is under investigation.

Thursday, January 6

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers responded to Pleasant St for a report of a package theft. The reporting party stated they received notification of the delivery, but the packages were gone by the time they went to collect them. The matter is under investigation.

ANIMAL BITE - Officers were called to Harvard St for a report of a dog bite. The reporting party stated a dog approached them and bit them on the leg. Officers determined the dog was up to date on its vaccinations and the owner was issued a citation.

BAT EXOPOSURE -  Officers were contacted by an individual who reported they had trapped a bat in their house. The police took custody of it to submit for rabies testing.

Friday, January 7

MALICIOUS DAMAGE - Officers responded to Beacon St for a report of malicious damage. The reporting party stated they returned to their car to find the tires slashed. The matter is under investigation.

BURGLARY - Officers were called to Beacon St for a report of a breaking and entering. The reporting party stated an individual had entered an apartment and taken property. The matter is under investigation.

CAR BREAK - Officers responded to St Paul St for reports of a car breaking and entering of a motor vehicle. The reporting party stated they found the car door slightly ajar and property missing. The matter is under investigation.

MV THEFT - Officers were called to Beacon St for a report of a stolen motor vehicle. The reporting party stated they left their car parked at a meter and returned to find it missing.

Saturday, January 8

LARCENY - Officers responded to Kent St for a report of a past larceny. The reporting party stated property went missing from their room. The matter is under investigation.

Sunday, January 9

CAR BREAK - Officers were called to St Paul St for a report of a past breaking and entering of a motor vehicle. The reporting party stated that they found their vehicle had been rummaged through. The matter is under investigation.

CAR BREAK - Officers responded to Stearns Rd for a report of a past breaking and entering of a motor vehicle. The reporting party stated that property was missing from their vehicle. The matter is under investigation.

January 3, 2022

Monday, December 27

SHOPLIFTING - Officers responded to Harvard St for a report of shoplifting. An individual was seen taking items and leaving a store without paying. Officers apprehended the individual and determined they will be summonsed to court for shoplifting.

BURGLARY- Officers were called to Village Way for a report of a burglary. The reporting party stated that they returned home to find property missing from their residence. The matter is under investigation.

Tuesday, December 28

MALICIOUS DAMAGE - Officers were called to Clafin Rd for a report of malicious damage. The reporting party stated that they returned to their car and noticed damage done to the side door. The matter is under investigation.

BURGLARY - Officers responded to Tappan St for a report of a burglary. The reporting party stated they found someone rifling through their locked belongings, and when confronted, the individual fled with property. The matter is under investigation.

LARCENY - Officers took a report of a larceny. The reporting party stated they listed an item online for sale and agreed to meet an individual in person for the exchange. The individual paid with fraudulent currency and left with the item. The matter is under investigation.

Wednesday, December 29

ANIMAL VIOLATION - Officers were called to Mason Tr for a report of a dog bite. The reporting party stated a dog had gotten loose and was running toward them and that the dog had previously bitten them. The owner has been given a by law citation.

ASSAULT - Officers responded to Tappan St for a dispute between two parties. They spoke with the individuals involved, who stated one person tried to take an item from the other's hands and made physical contact while doing so. Officers determined that the responsible party will be summonsed to a hearing.

LARCENY - Officers were called to Linden Pl for a report of a larceny from a building. The reporting party stated they left their belongings in a room and returned to find property missing from their bag. The matter is under investigation.

FRAUD - Officers took a report of a past fraud. The reporting party stated they were attempting to adopt an animal online and spoke with an individual, who asked for payments through Venmo and Zelle, as well as payments through gift cards. The matter is under investigation.

Thursday, December 30

MALICIOUS DAMAGE - Officers responded to Washington St for a report of destruction of property. The reporting party stated an individual had grown irate and was swearing at others. They then struck a plexiglass divider, damaging it. The individual will be summonsed to court for destruction of property.

Friday, December 31

FRAUD - Officers took a report of ID fraud. The reporting party stated they received a letter from a bank regarding an application to open an account with them, as well as checks from another bank. They reported the accounts as fraudulent. The matter is under investigation.

Saturday, January 1

GRAFFITI - Officers were called to Clinton Rd for a report of graffiti. The reporting party stated they noticed a wire to a Christmas decoration had been cut. The matter is under investigation.

Sunday, January 2

CAR BREAK - Officers responded to Kilsyth Rd for a report of a series of car breaks. The reporting party stated they witnessed unknown individuals near the cars in the parking lot and later discovered multiple cars had been rummaged through. The matter is under investigation.

December 27, 2021

Monday, December 20

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers were called to Beacon St for a report of a package theft. The reporting party stated they found open packages strewn around the vestibule, the contents missing. The matter is under investigation.

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers were called to Winslow Rd for a report of a package theft. The reporting party stated they witnessed two individuals grab a package from the front steps of a building and proceed to rip open the box and remove its contents. The matter is under investigation.

LARCENY - Officers responded to Harvard St for a report of a theft of a moped. The reporting party stated they parked their moped on the street and later noticed it was missing. The matter is under investigation.

Tuesday, December 21

LARCENY - Officers took a report of a larceny that occurred on Beacon St. The reporting party stated they left their belongings in an unsecured room and returned to find money had been removed from their wallet. The matter is under investigation.

FRAUD - Officers took a report of fraud. The reporting party stated they were texted by an unfamiliar individual who asked for assistance in sending money to people in need. They asked for a series of checks to be deposited into an account. The reporting party then discovered the checks had bounced and funds had been withdrawn from their personal account.

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers responded to Buckminster Rd for a report of a package theft. The reporting party stated they received notification that packages had been delivered, but when they went to retrieve them, they were missing. The matter is under investigation.

Wednesday, December 22

MALICIOUS DAMAGE - Officers were called to Beacon St for a report of malicious damage to a building's door. The matter is under investigation.

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers responded to Boylston St for a report of a past larceny. The reporting party stated they received confirmation of a package's delivery, but it was gone when they went to retrieve it.

Sunday, December 26

FRAUD - Officers took a report of a fraudulent use of credit card. The reporting party stated they had lost their wallet and checked their banking statements to discover their credit card had been used multiple times without their knowledge or consent. The matter is under investigation.

December 20, 2021

Monday, December 13

GRAFFITI - Officers were called to Amory Park for a report of graffiti. The matter is being referred to the Community Service Department.

GRAFFITI - Officers responded to the intersection of Babcock St and Freeman St for a report of graffiti. The matter is being referred to the Community Service Department.

Tuesday, December 14

ASSAULT - Officers were called to Winchester St for a report of an altercation between two individuals. They had entered into a verbal argument over a traffic dispute when one individual struck the other multiple times then fled. The matter is under investigation.

MAIL THEFT - Officers responded to Beacon St for a report of mail theft. The reporting party stated they found envelopes ripped open in the building's foyer. The matter is under investigation.

FRAUD - Officers were called to Rawson Rd for a report of ID fraud. The reporting party stated they received notification about a bank account opened with their social security number and, upon further investigation, that money had been transferred out of a previous account. The matter is under investigation.

Wednesday, December 15

FRAUD - Officers responded to James St for a report of fraud. The reporting party stated they called a customer service number found online, which they believed to be legitimate. They were then alerted to attempts trying to access their accounts, which they did not initiate themselves. The matter is under investigation.

FRAUD - Officers were called to Park St for a report of a scam. The reporting party stated they received a call from an individual regarding Social Security accounts. The individual asked for identifying information and threatened to freeze social security benefits if they did not comply. The matter is under investigation.

Thursday, December 16

ATTEMPTED BURGLARY - Officers responded to Pond Av for a report of an attempted breaking and entering. An individual was witnessed trying open multiple locked doors but left when they were unsuccessful. Officers identified the suspect and placed them under arrest.

SHOPLIFTING - Officers were called to Washington St for a report of shoplifting. The reporting individual stated they witnessed an individual conceal multiple items on their persons, and when they confronted the suspect, the individual dropped some items and left the store without incident. The matter is under investigation.

FRAUD - Officers responded to Kent St for a report of fraud. The reporting party stated they received notification about a change on their phone bill and a new purchase, that was done without their knowledge or consent. The matter is under investigation.

Friday, December 17

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers were called to Longwood Av for a report of a package theft. The reporting party stated they received notification that the item was delivered, but they never received it. The matter is under investigation.

LARCENY - Officers took a report of a larceny of a license plate. The reporting party stated they had  parked the car in a lot and later discovered the license plate had been removed. The matter is under investigation.

Saturday, December 18

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers responded to Freeman St for a report of a package theft. The reporting party stated that two packages had been taken from their residence. The matter is under investigation.

FRAUD - Officers were called to Beacon St for a report of fraud. The reporting party stated they lost their wallet and later received notification that their credit card had been used in a purchase. The matter is under investigation.

Sunday, December 19

FOUND PROPERTY - An individual came to the station to turn in car keys that were found in the area of Winthrop Square. They will be kept at the station for safe keeping.

LARCENY - Officers took a report of a larceny of a wallet. The reporting party stated they realized their wallet was missing when they received notification of a fraudulent purchase made on their credit card. The matter is under investigation.

LARCENY - Officers took a report of a larceny on Boylston St. The reporting party stated they noticed property missing from a unit they were renting. The matter is under investigation.

December 13, 2021

Monday, December 6

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers were called to Beacon St for a report of a package theft. The reporting party stated they received email confirmation of the delivery, but the package was gone when they went to collect it. The matter is under investigation.

FRAUD - Officers responded to Addington Rd for a report of a scam. The reporting party stated they were in contact with an individual, who advised them to invest money into an online currency website. The matter is under investigation.

FOUND PROPERTY - Officers were called to Washington St for a report of found driver's license. It was taken to the station for safe keeping.

LARCENY - Officers responded to Mason Tr for a report of a theft. The reporting party stated they secured their headphones to a charging station and returned to find them missing. The matter is under investigation.

Tuesday, December 7

ASSAULT - Officers were called to Harvard St for a report of an assault that just occurred. The victim stated they were standing on the sidewalk when an unknown individual struck them in the back of the head then proceeded down the street without any further interaction. The matter is under investigation.

SHOPLIFTING - Officers responded to Harvard St for a report of shoplifting. The reporting party stated they witnessed an individual conceal items in a reusable bag then leave the store without paying. The matter is under investigation.

Wednesday, December 8

ANIMAL BITE - Officers received a report of a past dog bite on Gerry Rd. It was reported that a dog followed and bit someone. Officers were provided the dog's medical records, and the owner was issued a citation.

CAR BREAK - Officers were called to Harvard St for a report of a breaking and entering of a motor vehicle. The reporting party stated property was missing from their car, which had been parked on the street. The matter is under investigation.

FOUND PROPERTY - Officers found a wallet in the area of Marion St and brought it to the station for safekeeping.

MALICIOUS DAMAGE - Officers responded to Beacon St for a report of suspicious activity. The reporting party stated they observed that the front window of a store was broken. The matter is under investigation.

BURGLARY - Officers were called to Tappan St for a report of a burglary. The reporting party stated they returned home to discover several rooms had been rummaged through and property appeared to be missing. The matter is under investigation.

Thursday, December 9

CAR BREAK - Officers took a report of a breaking and entering of a motor vehicle that occurred on Harvard St. The reporting party stated they left their car unlocked in a parking lot and later discovered property had been stolen from their vehicle. The matter is under investigation.

Friday, December 10

ANIMAL BITE - Officers responded to Gerry Rd for a report of a dog bite. The victim stated they were passing a dog that was secured on a leash out front when the dog suddenly bit them. The owner was issued a citation.

LARCENY - Officers were called to Harvard St for a report of a larceny. The reporting party stated an individual filled their gas tank and left without paying. The matter is under investigation.

Saturday, December 11

FRAUD - Officers responded to Pleasant St for a report of fraud. The reporting party stated they were in contact with an individual on Instagram, who had assumed their friend's identity. The impersonator told the victim to contact a third party to receive a federal grant but first had to spend a processing fee through gift cards. The matter is under investigation.

CAR BREAK - Officers were called to Pond Av for a report of a breaking and entering of a motor vehicle. The reporting party stated they parked their vehicle in a garage and later noticed property was missing. The matter is under investigation.

CAR BREAK - Officers responded to Harvard St for a report of a breaking and entering of a motor vehicle. The reporting party stated they left their car unlocked in a parking lot and later noticed property was missing. The matter is under investigation.

Sunday, December 12

SHOPLIFTING - Officers were called to Harvard St for multiple reports of shoplifting. The suspect was identified and will be summonsed to court.

LARCENY - Officers responded to Harvard St for a report of a stolen purse. The reporting party stated they left their bag unattended in a shopping cart and returned to find it missing. The matter is under investigation.

ATTEMPTED BURGLARY - Officers were called to Amory St for a report of an attempted burglary. An individual was seen trying to gain entry into a shop but left without incident when they failed. The matter is under investigation.

December 6, 2021

Monday, November 29

ASSAULT - Officers were called to Asheville Rd for a report of an assault. There was a verbal altercation between two individuals, and it escalated when one man struck the other in the face. After speaking with the parties present, officers identified the individual responsible. The matter is closed.

SHOPLIFTING - Officers responded to Harvard St for a report of shoplifting. The individual was apprehended and will be summonsed to court.

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers were called to Pleasant St for a report of past package thefts. The matter is under investigation.

FRAUD - Officers responded to Hammond Pond Pk for a report of credit card fraud. The reporting party stated they found multiple charges on their credit statement, made without their knowledge or consent. The matter is under investigation.

LARCENY - Officers took a report for a theft on Warren St. The reporting party stated property was taken from their room. The matter is under investigation.

Tuesday, November 30

CAR BREAK - Officers were called to Babcock St for a report of a breaking and entering of a motor vehicle. The reporting party stated they found their car in disarray and noticed property missing. The matter is under investigation.

FRAUD - Officers responded to Beacon St for a report of check fraud. The reporting party stated they discovered checks had been altered and cashed for a different amount, without their knowledge or consent. The matter is under investigation.

LARCEY - Officers were called to Thorndike St for a report of a stolen mobile phone. The matter is under investigation.

Wednesday, December 1

BIKE THEFT - Officers responded to Pond Av for a report of a bike theft. The reporting party stated they witnessed a male individual testing a bike's lock and later discovered that three bikes were missing from the location. The matter is under investigation.

BIKE THEFT - Officers were called to Boylston St for a report of a bike theft. The reporting party stated they locked their bike to a bike rack but discovered it was missing this morning. The matter is under investigation.

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers responded to Beacon St for a report of a package theft. The reporting party stated they received notification of the package's delivery, but it was gone when they went to collect it. The matter is under investigation.

Thursday, December 2

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers were called to Worthington Rd for a report of a package theft. The reporting party stated they found their packages had been opened and the contents removed. The matter is under investigation.

LARCENY - Officers responded to a report of a theft of town property in the area of Naples Rd. The reporting party stated they witnessed three individuals with street signs, trespassing across their property. The matter is under investigation.

GRAFFITI - Officers were called to Gardner Path for a report of graffiti.

Friday, December 3

MALICIOUS DAMAGE - Officers were called to Thorndike St. The reporting party stated they observed significant damage done to a window overnight. The matter is under investigation.

LARCENY - Officers responded to Tappan St for a report of a past theft of property. The reporting party stated their holiday decorations were removed from their property. The matter is under investigation.

LARCENY - Officers were called to Sumner Rd for a report of a past theft of property. The reporting party stated their holiday decorations were removed from their property. The matter is under investigation.

Saturday, December 4

MALICIOUS DAMAGE - Officers took a report of past malicious damage that occurred on Beaconsfield Rd. The matter is under investigation.

LARCENY - Officers were called to Blake Rd for a report of a past theft of property. The reporting party stated their holiday decorations were removed from their property. The matter is under investigation.

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers responded to the area of Strathmore Rd and Clinton Path for a report of possible package thefts. Officers came across four individuals matching the description given by the reporting party, apprehended them, and returned the stolen property.

Sunday, December 5

BIKE THEFT - Officers were called to John St for a report of a bike theft. The reporting party stated they stored their bike in a common area of their residence and discovered it was missing. The matter is under investigation.

November 29, 2021

Monday, November 22

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers were called to St Paul St for a report of a package theft. The reporting party stated that they received notifications that the packages arrived, but they were not able to find them on the property. The matter is under investigation.

PURSE THEFT - Officers responded to Harvard St for a report of a larceny. The reporting party stated they left their purse in a shopping cart and returned to it missing. The matter is under investigation.

FRAUD - Officers were called to Beacon St for a report of ID fraud. The reporting party stated they received notice that loans had been taken out under their name without their consent or knowledge. The matter is under investigation.

Tuesday, November 23

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers responded to Kent St for a report of package thefts. The reporting party stated they witnessed an individual rummaging through packages in their apartment's vestibule. When the individual left, they noticed packages had been opened and their recent delivery was also missing. The matter is under investigation.

Wednesday, November 24

BAT EXPOSURE - Officers were contacted by an individual who discovered a bat inside their residence. The police took custody of it to submit for rabies testing.

FOUND PROPERTY - Officers responded to the Longwood MBTA station for a report of an unattended package. Upon arrival, they discovered it was a lunch bag and took it to the police station for safe keeping.

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers were called to Vernon St for a report of a past package theft. The matter is under investigation.

Thursday, November 25

FRAUD - Officers took a report of fraudulent use of a credit card. The reporting party stated they received notification their bank card was used online, without their knowledge or consent. The matter is under investigation.

FRAUD - Officers were called to Gardner Rd for a report of identity theft. The reporting party said they received a letter stating their unemployment benefits were approved, despite the fact they never applied. The matter is under investigation.

Friday, November 26

MALICIOUS DAMAGE - Officers responded to Linden Pl for a report of malicious damage. An individual was witnessed throwing a metal object through a window of a building. The individual was identified and was arrested due to outstanding warrants. 

FRAUD - Officers took a report of identity theft. The reporting party said they received a letter stating their unemployment benefits were approved, despite the fact they never applied. The matter is under investigation.

Saturday, November 27

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers were called to Alton Pl for a report of a past package theft. The matter is under investigation.

Sunday, November 28

SHOPLIFTING - Officers responded to Harvard St for a report of shoplifting. The reporting party stated they witnessed an individual conceal items on their persons then left without paying. Officers apprehended the individual, placed them under arrest due to outstanding warrants, and recovered the items.

November 22, 2021

Monday, November 15

FRAUD - Officers responded to Stedman St for a report of fraud. The reporting party stated they had lost their wallet and were receiving notifications of fraudulent charges on their credit card. The matter is under investigation.

ASSAULT - Officers were called to the area of Wallis Rd and Wolcott Rd for a report of a dispute that turned physical. An individual witnessed a violation of a town by-law and attempted to take photographic evidence, and the second individual confronted them and began a physical altercation. After speaking with the parties involved, officers concluded that the responsible party will be summonsed to court for simple assault.

FRAUD - Officers responded to Babcock St for a report of fraud. The reporting party stated they found unauthorized fraudulent charges on their bank account. The matter is under investigation.

LARCENY - Officers were called to Clafin Rd for a report of a theft. The matter is under investigation.

SHOPLIFTING - Officers responded to Washington St for a report of past shoplifting. The reporting party stated they witnessed an individual hide items in a duffel bag and then leave without paying. The matter is under investigation.

Tuesday, November 16

FRAUD - Officers were called to Amory St for a report of fraud. The reporting party stated they received notification that bank accounts had been opened under their name, without their knowledge or consent. The matter is under investigation.

CAR BREAK - Officers responded to Beacon St for a report of a breaking and entering of a motor vehicle. The reporting party stated they parked their car on the street and returned to find the contents of the glove box strewn about and property missing. The matter is under investigation.

FRAUD - Officers were called to Warwick Rd for a past report of fraud. The reporting party stated they posted boots for sale online and the buyer sent a large check as payment, asking them to Venmo the remaining balance. When they tried to deposit the check, they were notified that it was fraudulent. The matter is under investigation.

Wednesday, November 17

FRAUD - Officers responded to Kilsyth Rd for a report of fraud. The reporting party stated they received notification about the activation of their unemployment benefits, which was filed under their name without their knowledge or consent. The matter is under investigation.

CAR BREAK - Officers were called to Village Way for a report of a past car break. The reporting party stated property was removed from their vehicle overnight. The matter is under investigation.

SHOPLIFTING - Officers responded to Beacon St for a report of past shoplifting. The reporting party stated that, on multiple occasions, an individual entered the store and concealed property in their jacket before leaving without paying. The matter is under investigation.

Thursday, November 18

LARCENY - Officers were called to Walnut St for a report of a past theft. The reporting party stated property went missing from their residence. The matter is under investigation.

LARCENY - Officers responded to Ivy St for a report of a theft. The reporting party stated they set their suitcase down and returned to find it missing. The matter is under investigation.

LARCENY - Officers were called to Beacon St for a report of a theft. The reporting party stated they left their purse behind and returned to find it missing. The matter is under investigation.

Friday, November 19

BIKE THEFT - Officers responded to Harvard Av for a report of a bike theft. The reporting party stated the bike was secured outside but they noticed it missing. The matter is under investigation.

FRAUD - Officers were called to Marion St for a report of check fraud. The reporting party stated they received notifications from the bank about suspicious activity, and after checking their statements, they found check had been altered and deposited without their knowledge or consent. The matter is under investigation.

Saturday, November 20

FOUND PROPERTY - An individual turned in US currency that was found on the sidewalk at the corner of Chestnut and Prince St. It has been taken to the station for safe keeping.

November 15, 2021

Monday, November 8

ANIMAL VIOLATION - Officers found a dog running loose down Heath St. A citation has been issued.

ABANDONNED PROPERTY - Officers responded to Beacon St, Washington St, Harvard St, and Pleasant St for reports of abandoned bikes. They have been taken to the station due to their tag warnings expiring. 

BIKE THEFT - Officers were called to Lancaster Tr for a report of bike theft. The reporting party stated they secured their bike to their vehicle's bike rack, but they later returned to find the lock broken and bike gone. The matter is under investigation.

ARSON - Officers were contacted about a fire inside the Winthrop Square Park. It was set inside a child's plastic toy wagon and was extinguished before it could spread or do any damage. The matter has been referred to the Community Service Department.

Tuesday, November 9

SCAM - Officers responded to Williston Rd for a report of a scam. The reporting party stated that they were contacted by an individual on a dating app and that the individual wanted to send checks in exchange for banking credit. The matter is under investigation.

Wednesday, November 10

GRAFFITI - Officers were called to Mary's St for a report of graffiti. The reporting party stated they returned in the morning to find it had been tagged. The matter has been referred to the Community Service Department.

GRAFFITI - Officers responded to Harvard St for a report of graffiti. The matter has been referred to the Community Service Department.

FRAUD - Officers were called to Beacon St for a report of a fraud by check. The reporting party stated they received notification that a check had been altered and cashed without their knowledge or consent. The matter is under investigation.

BIKE THEFT - Officers responded to Aspinwall Av for a report of a bike theft. The reporting party stated they had secured their bike to the rear porch but returned to find it and the lock missing. The matter is under investigation.

MALICIOUS DAMAGE - Officers were called to Harvard St for a report of malicious damage. The reporting party stated they witnessed a group of youths vandalizing property in the alleyway. The matter is under investigation.

Thursday, November 11

MV THEFT - Officers responded to High St for a report of a theft of a motor vehicle. The reporting party stated they returned to where they parked their car to find it missing. The vehicle has since been located. The matter is under investigation.

LARCENY - Officers were called to Beacon St for a report of a larceny. The reporting party stated items were removed from the property. The matter is under investigation.

FRAUD - Officers were contacted about an internet scam. The reporting party stated they were in contact with an individual online, who encouraged them to invest in a cryptocurrency through a provided link. The matter is under investigation.

FOUND PROPERTY - Officers were contacted about an abandoned bicycle on Lancaster Tr. The bike has been taken to the station for safekeeping.

LARCENY - Officers responded to Woodland Rd for a report of a larceny. The reporting party stated they noticed items missing from their home. The matter is under investigation.

Friday, November 12

BIKE THEFT - Officers were called to Freeman St for a report of a bike theft. The reporting party stated they had left their bike secured to a bike rack but noticed it missing. The matter is under investigation.

PICKPOCKET - Officers took a report of a larceny. The reporting party stated they realized property had been removed from their person's. The matter is under investigation.

LARCENY - Officers took a report of a larceny. The reporting party stated they had left their phone behind, and when they went to retrieve it, it was gone. The matter is under investigation.

Saturday, November 13

MV THEFT - Officers responded to Commonwealth Av for a report of a stolen motor vehicle. The reporting party stated they left their vehicle unlocked and returned to find it missing. The matter is under investigation.

ATTEMPTED FRAUD - Officers were called to Beacon St for the attempted use of a forged check. The reporting party stated an individual attempted to use a check to make purchases, and when the check was declined and the employee challenged the transaction, the individual left.

Sunday, November 14

CAR BREAK - Officers took a report of a car break that occurred on Kent St. The reporting party stated they noticed their car had been rummaged through and property removed. The matter is under investigation.

November 8, 2021

Monday, November 1

FRAUD - Officers took a report of a scam. The reporting party stated they received a call from an individual claiming to be from Amazon and that there was a problem with their account. The individual requested payment through gift cards in exchange for fixing the issue. The matter is under investigation.

BIKE THEFT - Officers were called to Clinton Rd for a report of a bike theft. The reporting party stated they secured it to a bike rack but returned to find the lock cut and bike missing. The matter is under investigation.

ATTEMPTED ROBBERY - Officers were called to the corner of Clarence St and Thorndike St for a report of an attempted robbery. The victims stated a male individual claimed to have a firearm and demanded they drop their money. The victims fled, unharmed. The matter is under investigation.

Tuesday, November 2

FRAUD - Officers responded to Harvard St for a report of a fraudulent use by check. The reporting party stated that they discovered checks had been altered in amount and to unknown persons without their knowledge or consent. The matter is under investigation.

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers were called to St. Paul St for a report of package thefts. The reporting party stated they received notification of the packages' deliveries, but they were gone when they went to collect them. The matter is under investigation.

FRAUD - Officers responded to Elm St for a report of a scam. The reporting party stated they were contacted by an individual claiming to be from Apple Support. The individual directed them to purchase gift cards and share the codes on the back. The matter is under investigation.

FOUND PROPERTY - An individual turned in a cellphone found at the intersection of Winthrop Rd and Gardner Rd. It will be kept at the station for safe keeping.

FOUND PROPERTY - Officers found an abandoned, unsecured bike on Beacon St and took it to the station for safe keeping.

BIKE THEFT - Officers were called to Boylston St for a report of a bike theft. The reporting party stated they had left the bike inside the building, but when they returned, it was gone. The matter is under investigation.

FOUND PROPERTY - Officers found an abandoned bicycle on Beacon St and took it to the station for safe keeping.

Wednesday, November 3

MALICIOUS DAMAGE - Officers were called to Browne St for a report of vandalism. The reporting party stated they found paint and tar had been poured on the floor of a building. The matter is under investigation.

BIKE THEFT - Officers responded to Paine Ct for a report of a bike theft. The reporting party stated they left the bike on their lawn and returned to find it missing. The matter is under investigation.

Thursday, November 4

FRAUD - Officers were called to Dwight St for a report of ID fraud. The reporting party stated they received a notification about a loan application made without their knowledge or consent. The matter is under investigation.

FRAUD - Officers responded to Beacon St for a report of ID fraud. The reporting party stated they received notification that credit cards were opened under their name without their knowledge or consent. The matter is under investigation.

Friday, November 5

FRAUD - Officers were called to Griggs Rd for a report of a fraudulent use of a check. The reporting party stated that, when checking their bank statements, they noticed some checks had been altered and cashed without their knowledge or consent. The matter is under investigation.

FRAUD - Officers were called to Perry St for a report of a fraudulent use of a check. The reporting party stated that, when checking their bank statements, they noticed some checks had been altered and cashed without their knowledge or consent. The matter is under investigation.

CAR BREAK - Officers were called to Egmont St for a report of a breaking and entering of a motor vehicle. The reporting party stated they parked the vehicle on the street and noticed property missing when they returned. The matter is under investigation.

Saturday, November 6

CAR BREAK - Officers responded to St Paul St for a report of a breaking and entering of a motor vehicle. The reporting party stated they had left their vehicle unlocked in the garage and returned to find items from the console and glove box scattered around the car. The matter is under investigation.

Sunday, November 7

FRAUD - Officers were called to Wallis Rd for a report of fraud. The reporting party stated they received a pop-up notification for an electronic currency app and were contacted by an individual claiming to be help and support. The individual asked for banking information. The matter is under investigation. 

FOUND PROPERTY - An individual came into the station with a phone they found in Washington Square. It will be kept at the station for safe keeping.

November 1, 2021

 Monday, October 25

MALICIOUS DAMAGE - Officers took a report for malicious damage. The reporting party stated they returned to their vehicle to find a nail in the tire and the side having been keyed. The matter is under investigation.

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers responded to Ivy St for a report of a package theft. The reporting party stated they never received the package, although Fedex stated it had arrived. The matter is under investigation.

MALICIOUS DAMAGE - Officers took a report for malicious damage on Monmouth St. The reporting party shared that they returned to their vehicle to find the rear door bent and scratched. The matter is under investigation.

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers were called to University Rd for a report of a package theft. The reporting party stated they witnessed a package being taken from their property. The matter is under investigation.

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers apprehended an individual who took several packages from Fuller St and Commonwealth Av. They have been placed under arrest.

Tuesday, October 26

DOG BITE - Animal Control took a report of a dog bite near the intersection of Clark Rd and Dean Rd. The reporting party stated they were passing an individual and their dog when the dog jumped up and bit them on the arm. The matter is under investigation.

Wednesday, October 27

SHOPLIFTING - Officers were called to Commonwealth Av for a report of a shoplifting. The reporting party stated they witnessed an individual rip a display product from the wall and leave the store. The matter is under investigation.

Thursday, October 28

FRAUD - Officers took a report of an online scam. The reporting party stated they were contacted through Facebook about purchasing stock. The matter is under investigation.

ATTEMPTED BURGLARY - Officers were called to Thornton Rd for a report of a suspicious person. The reporting party stated they saw an individual attempting to open a window but fled when confronted. The matter is under investigation.

PACKAGE THEFT - Officers responded to a call on St Paul St for a report of a package theft. The reporting party stated they received notification of the delivery, but the package was gone when they went to collect it. The matter is under investigation.

Friday, October 29

CAR BREAK - Officers took a report of a car break, which occurred at an unknown location. The reporting party stated they realized property was missing from inside the vehicle. The matter is under investigation.

BURGLARY - Officers responded to Browne St for a report of a burglary. The reporting party stated that they returned home to find property missing. The matter is under investigation.

MALICIOUS DAMAGE - Officers were called to Linden St for a report of malicious damage to a building. The reporting party stated they heard a popping noise and, when they went to investigate, found a window in their residence had been shattered, hearing individuals outside on the street. The matter is under investigation.

Saturday, October 30

FRAUD - Officers took a report of fraud. The reporting party stated they purchased an item from an online website, but the item never arrived. They were advised to monitor their account for any fraudulent charges. 

CAR BREAK - Officers were called to Babcock St for a report of a larceny from a motor vehicle. The reporting party stated they discovered their car had been rummaged through overnight and property had been removed. The matter is under investigation.

MALICIOUS DAMAGE - Officers took a report of malicious damage. The reporting party stated they discovered their car had been keyed overnight. The matter is under investigation.

CAR BREAK - Officers were called to Babcock St for a report of a larceny from a motor vehicle. The reporting party stated they discovered their car had been rummaged through and property had been removed. The matter is under investigation.

Sunday, October 31

SHOPLIFTING - Officers responded to Commonwealth Av for a report of shoplifting. The reporting party stated they witnessed an individual cut off security tags and flee the store without paying. The matter is under investigation.

MALICIOUS DAMAGE - Officers took a series of reports of malicious damages on Naples Rd. The reporting parties stated they heard and saw a group of individuals running through backyards and the street, resulting in broken or damaged property. The matter is under investigation.