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

Wednesday, August 14, 2013

8/13 - 8/14

Sector 1

Fraud: 8/01/2013 at 3:46 p.m. – Thorndike St.

An officer received a report of a past case of internet fraud. The victim stated he had posted an item for sale on Craigslist and had exchanged several emails with a potential buyer. Once they had agreed on the price, the suspect mailed the victim a check, which when deposited was revealed to be counterfeit and worthless. The victim has not been able to contact the suspect.

Operating After Suspension: 8/14/2013 at 5:16 p.m. – Beacon St.

An officer observed a vehicle fail to stop at a red light. The officer initiated a traffic stop on Beacon St. A query of the driver’s information revealed his license was suspended. The operator was placed under arrest for Operating After Suspension.

Sector 2

Larceny: 08/13/2013 at 5:30 p.m. – Station St.

Several officers were dispatched to Station St. after receiving a report of a stolen bicycle. A witness to the theft described the suspect as an African American male in his thirties. The suspect was wearing blue shorts, round sunglasses, a beige hat and light t-shirt. A search for the suspect was conducted with negative results.

Sector 3

Larceny: 8/13/2013 at 2:00 p.m. – Fuller St.

An officer was dispatched to Fuller St. after receiving a report of larceny. Upon arrival, the officer was met by the victim who stated the front license plate on her car had been stolen. The plate was entered as stolen with the Brookline Police Dispatch.

Sector 5

Operating After Suspension: 08/13/2013 at 2:20 p.m. – Washington St.

An officer observed a vehicle fail to signal several traffic turns. The officer initiated a traffic stop on Washington St. A query of the driver’s information revealed him to have a suspended license. The operator was placed under arrest for Operating After Suspension.

Larceny: 08/06/2013 at 12:30 p.m. – 08/07/2013 at 11:00 a.m. – Winthrop Rd.

An officer received a report while on the desk of a stolen bicycle. The bike had been left in the hallway of the victim’s building and was left unlocked. The victim’s helmet was also stolen.

Tuesday, August 13, 2013

8/8 - 8/13

Sector 1

Larceny: 08/09/2013 at 11:10 a.m. – Beacon St.

An officer was approached by the manager of a store who informed him that he was following a woman who had taken items from the store without paying for them. The manager identified the suspect to the officer, who stopped her on Green St. Further investigation revealed the stolen item on the suspect’s person. The suspect was placed under arrest.


Larceny: 08/09/2013 at 1:15 p.m. – Beacon St.

An officer was dispatched to a business on Beacon St. after receiving a report of larceny. Upon arrival, the officer was met by the victim who stated he had left his cell phone charging in the lobby at his desk. While speaking with another employee, the victim left his desk and the phone was stolen. A witness stated a woman known to the victim had taken the phone. The suspect has yet to be apprehended, but has been summoned to the Brookline District Court.


Breaking and Entering of a Motor Vehicle: 08/10/2013 at 11:00 a.m. – St. Mary’s St.

An officer was on patrol when he was alerted to a past breaking and entering of a motor vehicle. The rear window of the vehicle has been smashed and a backpack was missing from the vehicle. Nothing else appeared to be missing.


Warrant Arrest: 08/11/2013 at 10:47 p.m. – St. Paul St.

An officer was dispatched to St. Paul St. to check on the well being of a person sleeping outside. A query revealed the suspect had a warrant out of Boston Municipal Court. The suspect was placed under arrest.

Larceny: 08/12/2013 at 10:45 a.m. – Commonwealth Ave.

An officer was dispatched to a business on Commonwealth Ave. after receiving a report of a past larceny. Upon arrival, the officer was met by the manager who stated that $275.00 had been stolen from his office this morning. The manager described the suspect as an African American male wearing a white shirt and blue sweater. A review of the video surveillance revealed the suspect exiting the business through the rear after leaving the manager’s office. The suspect has yet to be apprehended.


Sector 2

Larceny: 08/09/2013 at 1 p.m.- 6 p.m. – Longwood Ave.

An officer was dispatched to a residence on Longwood Ave. after receiving a report of a past larceny. The victim stated she had received email confirmation earlier in the day that a package she was expecting had been delivered, however upon getting home the package was gone. The victim believes the package was stolen as it was left in an unsecure lobby.

Operating After Suspension: 08/11/2013 at 5:14 p.m. – Harvard St./ Kent St.

An officer observed a vehicle with an expired inspection sticker. The officer initiated a traffic stop at the intersection of Harvard St. and Kent St. A query revealed the operator had a suspended license. The operator was placed under arrest for Operating After Suspension.


Larceny: 08/11/2013 at 10:24 p.m. – Beacon St./ Hawes St.

An officer was dispatched to the intersection of Beacon St. and Hawes St. after receiving a report of a larceny. The victim stated an African American male in a white shirt opened the passenger door of his cab and grabbed the victim’s backpack. Officers searched the surrounding area but were unable to locate the suspect.

Sector 4

Burglary: 08/12/2013 at 10:43 a.m. – Beacon St.

An officer was dispatched to Beacon St. after receiving a report of a past larceny. Upon arrival, the officer was met by the victim who stated that at some point over the weekend a money order was stolen from her office. The matter is currently under investigation.


Sector 5

O.U.I.L: 08/10/2013 at 12:10 a.m. – Boylston St.

An officer observed a vehicle fail to stop at a red light. The officer initiated a traffic stop on Boylston St. Upon approaching the vehicle, the officer detected the odor of alcohol. The officer’s also observed the operator of the vehicle to have glassy eyes as well as slurring her speech. The officer administered a series of field sobriety tests, which led the officer to believe that the operator of the vehicle was under the influence of alcohol. The operator was placed under arrest for Operating Under the Influence of Liquor.

O.U.I.L: 08/11/2013 at 2:07 a.m. – Heath Hill Rd.

An officer observed a vehicle fail to stop at a red light. The officer initiated a traffic stop on Heath Hill Rd. Upon speaking with the operator of the vehicle, the officer observed him to have glassy eyes and was slurring his speech. A faint odor of alcohol was emanating from the vehicle. A series of field sobriety tests were administered, leading the officer to believe the operator was under the influence of alcohol. The operator was placed under arrest for Operating Under the Influence.



Sector 6

O.U.I.L: 08/10/2013 at 2:19 a.m. – Boylston St./ Hammond St.

An officer observed a vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed. The officer initiated a traffic stop at the intersection of Boylston and Hammond St. The officer detected a strong odor of alcohol upon approaching the vehicle. Further observation revealed the operator of the vehicle had glassy eyes and was slurring his speech. A series of field sobriety tests were administered, which led the officer to believe the operator was under the influence of alcohol. The operator was placed under arrest for Operating Under the Influence.



Sector 8

Burglary: 08/09/2013 - 08/12/1013 at 4:00 p.m. – 7:30 a.m. – Heath St.

An officer received a report about a past burglary. The victim stated that at some point over the weekend, a number of tools were stolen from his work site. The matter is currently under investigation.





Thursday, August 8, 2013

8/7 - 8/8


Sector 1

Larceny: 08/01/2013 at 7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. – Babcock St.

On August 7, 2013 an officer received a report of a past larceny. The victim stated he left his backpack in a secure area at his place of employment, which only employees have access to. At some point during the victim’s shift, a debit card was removed from the backpack. There are no identified suspects at this time.


Sector 2

Warrant Arrest: 08/08/2013 at 1:15 a.m. – Longwood Ave/ Sewall Ave.

A random query of a vehicle revealed the registered owner had a warrant out of Attleboro District Court. An officer initiated a traffic stop at the intersection of Longwood Ave. and Sewall Ave. The operator of the vehicle was confirmed to be the owner and was placed under arrest.


Sector 3

Larceny: 08/07/2013 at 6:30 p.m. – Beacon St.

An officer was dispatched to Beacon St. after receiving a report of a bicycle theft. The victim stated he left his bike unlocked, leaning against a parking meter for a brief period of time. Upon his return, the bicycle was missing.


Larceny: 08/06/2013 at 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. – Summit Ave.

An officer received a report from a victim about the theft of a bicycle. The victim stated the bike had been locked to a pole in front of his residence on Summit Ave.


Sector 5

Breaking and Entering of a Motor Vehicle: 08/07/2013 at 4:55 p.m. – Winthrop Rd.

An officer was dispatched to a residence on Winthrop Rd. after receiving a report for a Breaking and Entering of a Motor Vehicle. Upon arrival, the officer observed the vehicle to have a broken window. The victim stated she had discovered the broken window, but did not see anything missing from the vehicle. Neighbors did not see or hear anything suspicious.

Sector 9

Not Duly Licensed: 08/08/2013 at 1:51 a.m. – W. Roxbury Pk.

A random query of a vehicle revealed the owner did not have a valid driver’s license and the insurance on the vehicle was revoked. An officer initiated a traffic stop on West Roxbury Parkway. The operator of the vehicle was confirmed to be the owner. She was cited for Operating Without a License, Revoked Insurance, and having an Unregistered Motor Vehicle.

Wednesday, August 7, 2013

Traffic Update for US Amateur Golf Tournament


From August 9- 18, the Country Club is set to host the US Amateur Golf Tournament. Due to this event, traffic on Clyde St. will be closed except for the following: residents, buses, and USGA official vehicles. Travel restrictions on Clyde St. will begin at 5:30 a.m. In addition, there will be lane restrictions on Lee and Newton St. beginning at 5:30 a.m. due to permitted parking. Vehicles without permits that are not registered to town residents shall be ticketed and towed on the following streets: Whitney St, Meadowbrook Rd, Country Rd, Forest St, Dale St, Goddard Circle, Sears Rd. Hallwood Rd. Fernwood Rd, Yarmouth Rd, Bellingham Rd, and Dudley St.

8/6 - 8/7

Sector 1

Larceny: 08/04/2013 at 10:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. – Lawton St.

An officer received a report on August 6, 2013 about a stolen bicycle. The victim reported she left the bike locked to a pole on Lawton St. When she returned for it later that night, the bicycle had been stolen.


Drug Violation: 08/06/2013 at 6:15 p.m. – Commonwealth Ave.

Officers were dispatched to a pharmacy on Commonwealth Ave. after receiving a report of a past larceny. Upon arrival, officers met the regional loss prevention manager who stated the larceny originated in January 2013 and had continued on until the present time. The manager stated he began receiving complaints from customers about missing pills in January and, in response, had installed surveillance cameras. The manager was able to observe an employee taking pills from filled prescription bottles before giving them to the customers. Upon seeing this, the manager attempted to schedule an appointment with the employee. However, the employee continued to avoid the appointment by changing shifts and calling in sick to work. On August 6, 2013 the manager was finally able to meet with the employee and report the crime to Brookline officers. The suspect was placed under arrest for Larceny of a Controlled Substance and Possession of a Class E Substance.


Sector 7

Not Duly Licensed: 08/06/2013 at 3:13 p.m. – Newton/ Clyde St.

An officer observed a vehicle travel through a stop sign without stopping. The officer initiated a traffic stop on Newton St. A query revealed the operator’s license was expired. The operator was placed under arrest for being Not Duly Licensed.


Sector 9

Operating After Suspension: 08/06/2013 at 4:52 p.m. – Horace James Circle

An officer observed a vehicle traveling at an accelerated speed. The officer initiated a traffic stop at the Horace James Circle. A query revealed the operator had a suspended license. The operator was placed under arrest for Operating After Suspension.





O.U.I.L: 08/07/2013 at 12:54 a.m. – Boylston St./ Eliot St.

An officer observed a vehicle traveling at an accelerated speed with its hazard lights on. The officer initiated a traffic stop on Boylston St. A strong odor of alcohol was emanating from the vehicle. The operator had blood shot, glassy eyes and slurred his speech when questioned by the officer. After conducting a field sobriety test, the officer determined the operator was intoxicated and placed him under arrest for Operating Under the Influence of Liquor.








Tuesday, August 6, 2013

8/5- 8/6

Sector 1

Fraud: 08/06/2013 at 12:57 a.m. – Commonwealth Ave.

An officer observed three males riding bicycles and dragging a fourth bicycle behind them. The officer stopped the suspects on Commonwealth Ave. A pat frisk and a search of the suspects’ backpacks revealed several electronic items such as a GPS and a professional microphone. A pair of black knit winter gloves and a spandex sleeve were also found. Further investigation revealed one of the suspects was carrying five credit cards which did not belong to him. The suspect was placed under arrest for Possession of Stolen, Lost, or Mislaid Credit Card.


Sector 3

Building Fire: 08/06/2013 at 4:37 a.m. – Beacon St.

An officer was dispatched to Beacon St. after receiving a report of a fire on the 4th floor of a residential building. The officer entered the building and detected the odor of smoke in the stairway. The officer proceeded to evacuate the building. Fire units arrived and extinguished a smoldering wood deck on the 4th floor. The fire was ignited by a discarded cigarette. No one was injured.


Sector 5

Burglary: 08/05/2013 at 11:08 a.m. – Welland Rd.

Several officers were dispatched to a residence on Welland Rd. after receiving a report about a possible Breaking and Entering in progress. The caller stated he heard a loud crash from the downstairs and it sounded as if someone was in the house. Once officers arrived on the scene, the victim was standing outside and stated he observed a Hispanic male wearing a white t-shirt and green shorts run from the house toward Stanton Rd. A male fitting the description provided by the victim was spotted by officers running down Gorham Ave. The suspect was stopped and identified by the victim as the man who he had seen running from his house. The suspect was placed under arrest for Breaking and Entering and Burglary.


Sector 4

Larceny: 08/03/2013 at 2:37 p.m. – 2:41 p.m. – Harvard St.

An officer received a report on August 5, 2013 about a past theft on Harvard St. The victim stated she had left her purse in her unlocked office at her place of employment. After leaving her office for a brief period of time, she returned to find her purse had been taken. A review of the security surveillance cameras showed a man leaving the building, carrying a large box. The victim did not recognize the man and believed he should not have been in the building. The matter is under investigation.


Warrant Arrest: 08/05/2013 at 10:39 p.m. – Washington St.

An officer was dispatched to a residence on Terrace Rd. in order to serve an arrest warrant out of Dorchester District Court. Upon arrival, the officer was informed that the suspect no longer resided there. The current resident was asked to inform the suspect to contact the Brookline Police Department. Officers returned to the Brookline Police Department where the suspect arrived shortly after, around 10:30 p.m. The suspect was arrested without incident.


Sector 8

Larceny: 08/02/2013 at 5:00 p.m. – 08/03/2013 at 6:15 a.m. – Yarmouth Rd.

An officer received a report on August 5, 2013 from a victim who stated that between Friday evening and Saturday morning someone unearthed and stole twelve rhododendron plants from Yarmouth Rd. Neighbors did not report hearing or seeing anything suspicious. It is likely several individuals were involved due to the weight and number of plants stolen.

Monday, August 5, 2013

Update on Home Break-Ins

    Last week Brookline experienced a rash of home break-ins. A fingerprint was found at one of the scenes on Aspinwall Ave., which led to the identification of Jose A. Quinones, age 21 [08/02/1992]. Quinones is a Boston resident at 3037 Washington Street. A warrant was issued by Brookline District Court. This past weekend Boston Police apprehended Quinones in Boston. Quinones is being linked to three instances of Breaking and Entering in Brookline.
    Today a second suspect, Thomas Mello age 47 [10/14/1965], was arrested by Brookline officers. Mello has no known address. Officers were dispatched to a residence on Welland Rd. at 11 a.m. this morning after receiving a report of suspicious activity. Officers were able to interrupt Mello in the process of Breaking and Entering. Mello has been arrested and is being investigated in regards to his possible involvement in other home break-ins.

8/2-8/5

Sector 1

Operating After Suspension: 08/02/2013 at 10:58 p.m. – Harvard St.

An officer observed a vehicle fail to stop for a red light. A traffic stop was initiated on Harvard St. A query revealed the driver had a suspended driver’s license. The driver was placed under arrest for Operating After Suspension. 


Fraud: 08/04/2013 at 12:37 p.m. – St. Paul St.

An officer was dispatched to a residence on St. Paul St. after receiving a report of internet fraud. Upon arrival, the victim explained she had found an apartment for rent on Craig’s List and had been in contact via email with the owner. She had sent the owner, who claimed to be in the Philippines, first month’s rent and a security deposit, but had never received the keys to the apartment. The victim then tried to reach the owner via email and telephone but was unable to do so. The matter is currently under investigation.

Larceny: 08/04/2013 at 2:30 p.m. – Harvard St.

An officer was dispatched to the front desk of the Brookline Police Department for a report of a past Larceny. The victim stated she was eating lunch at a restaurant in Coolidge Corner when she left her purse unattended for a brief time. Upon returning to her table, she saw her wallet and cell phone were missing from her purse. The officer attempted to track the cell phone using a Find My IPhone Application offered through Apple. However, the officer was unsuccessful due to the inaccuracy of the app as well as there being no description of the suspect. The matter is currently under investigation.


Sector 2

Larceny: 08/04/2013 at 7:30 p.m. – Marshall St./ Sewall Ave. 

Officers were dispatched to the intersection of Marshall St. and Sewall Ave after receiving a report that the GPS Unit on the Bait Bike had been activated. The bike had been deployed earlier in the day and secured with a cable lock to a sign pole. Officers continued tracking the Bait Bike to the intersection of Longwood Ave and Kent St. At this time, officers observed two males on bicycles, one of which was riding the Bait Bike. The suspects were stopped and questioned by the officers. Both bikes were confiscated and the suspects were placed under arrest for Larceny of Property over $250.00.


Sector 3
Operating After Suspension: 08/04/2013 at 10:44 p.m. – Beacon St./ Centre St.

An officer observed a vehicle make an illegal left turn. The officer initiated a traffic stop at the intersection of Beacon and Centre St. A query revealed the driver of the vehicle had a suspended driver’s license. She was placed under arrest for Operating After Suspension.


Sector 4

Warrant Arrest: 08/03/2013 at 7:45 p.m. – Washington St./ Boylston St.

A random query of a vehicle’s registration revealed the owner of the vehicle had a warrant out of Quincy District Court. An officer initiated a traffic stop on Washington St. The officer verified the driver of the vehicle was the owner. The driver was placed under arrest.






Friday, August 2, 2013

8/1 - 8/2

Sector 2

Fraud: 08/01/2013 at 3:01 p.m. – Station St.

An officer was dispatched to a residence on Station St. after receiving a report of a scam. The victim stated she had received a phone call from a man claiming to be a representative from the United States Immigration and Citizenship Services. The caller said he needed her passport number as well as a $1,000 payment for an investigation and a $400 fine. At this point, the victim hung up and called Immigration Services, who informed her that they had not called her seeking payment for an investigation or a fine. The victim then contacted the police to report the scam.


Sector 3

Larceny: 08/01/2013 at 10:32 a.m. – Beacon St.

A victim reported the theft of his golf bag and clubs and a jet boat control module. The items were briefly left outside of the victim’s residence, during which time they were stolen. The victim spoke with neighbors, but found no witnesses. A suspect has not been apprehended thus far.


Sector 4

Receiving Stolen Property: 08/01/2013 at 3:01 p.m. – Beacon St./ Washington St.

An officer observed two males driving scooters acting suspiciously. The officer observed the drivers initiate an illegal U-turn, Fail to Yield to Oncoming Traffic, and travel through a red light on Beacon St. The officer then alerted dispatch to the suspicious males and their infractions. One of the suspects was observed soon after by another officer and was told to stop. The suspect failed to stop and attempted to evade the officer. The officer pursued the suspect, observing him travel the wrong direction down Beacon St. before traveling through a red light and taking an illegal left turn onto Washington St. Another officer in an unmarked cruiser observed the suspect on Washington St. and alerted dispatch. The suspect’s movement continued to be tracked, leading officers to converge on Thayer St., Waverly St., Emerson St. and Davis Ave. The scooter continued down Davis Ave. at a high rate of speed until making contact with another vehicle, throwing the suspect from the scooter. The suspect attempted to evade officers on foot, but was apprehended and placed under arrest.



Thursday, August 1, 2013

Charges made against suspect for Arson on Spooner Road


 On Friday evening, the 26th day of July 2013, the Town of Brookline had a suspicious fire that totally            engulfed the residence at 71 Spooner Rd. burning it to the ground. The house was vacant and unoccupied at the time of the fire and no injuries were reported.

The State Fire Marshall conducted an investigation into the cause of the fire and  determined that the fire was incendiary in nature. A criminal investigation was begun by the Brookline Police Department resulting in a suspect,  believed to be involved in the cause of the fire, being identified.

This morning, the first day of August 2013, an arrest warrant was issued by the Brookline Municipal Court for a Steven J. McCann of 241 Perkins St. Jamaica Plain, Ma. a white male with a date of birth of 06/28/1984.  He was arraigned at his hospital bed at the Brigham and Woman’s Hospital early this afternoon. He is believed to have sustained injuries, while setting fire to the dwelling on Spooner Rd.  He is charged with the following crimes: 1) Arson of Dwelling House, 2) Arson of Dwelling House (unoccupied), and 3) Burning of a  Building to Defraud Insurer.   

 

7/31 - 8/1

Sector 1

Larceny: 07/30/2013 at 3:50-5:00 p.m. – Freeman St.

An officer was dispatched to Freeman St. after receiving a report of a past Larceny. The victim stated her son had received a call from an unknown male saying he had her cell phone and would leave it for her at the front desk of Dexter Park. When the victim attempted to claim her cell phone she was informed that it had already been picked up. An examination of the surveillance footage showed a female concierge accepting the phone, but no one else coming to claim the phone, which is thought to still be in the possession of the concierge. The matter is currently under investigation.

Sector 2

Warrant Arrest: 08/01/2013 at 12: 56 a.m. – Beacon St./ St. Mary St.

An officer observed a vehicle which had a B.O.L.O (Be On the Look Out) out of Boston on it for a hit and run accident which had occurred earlier in the day. A traffic stop was initiated on the corner of Beacon and St. Mary St. A query revealed the driver had a straight warrant out of Boston District 1 Court and was placed under arrest. 


Sector 4

Warrant Arrest: 07/31/2013 at 7:51 a.m. – Washington St./ Cypress St.

An officer observed a vehicle fail to stop at a stop sign. A traffic stop was initiated on Washington St. A query revealed the driver of the vehicle had a warrant for Operating After a Suspended License out of the Brookline District Court. The driver was placed under arrest.


Sector 9

Assault: 07/30/2013 at 10:41 p.m. – Risley Rd.

An officer was dispatched to a residence on Risley Rd. in order to interview a victim about a past Assault with a Firearm. The victim stated he and a friend were driving toward the Allston area when a car pulled along side of them whose driver was wielding a gun, which they saw him load. The suspect was known to both victims and pointed the gun at their vehicle. Both vehicles continued along, eventually becoming separated. The victim and his friend proceeded to visit several bars in Allston, but later saw the suspect’s car once again parked on Pratt St. They did not observe anyone in the car and proceeded to approach it and look for the firearm. Then another vehicle pulled up whose driver shouted at them to get away from the car. The victims began to run away and several shots were fired at them as they ran. One victim was hit in the leg and transported to the hospital. The matter is currently under investigation.




Wednesday, July 31, 2013

7/30 - 7/31

Sector 1

Not Duly Licensed: 7/30/2013 at 5:13 p.m. – Amory St.

An officer observed a vehicle fail to stop at a stop sign. The officer initiated a traffic stop on Armory St. A query revealed the driver was not properly licensed. The suspect was placed under arrest for being Not Duly Licensed and Failure to Stop.


Sector 2

Fraud: 7/30/2013 at 11:27 a.m. – Kent St.

An officer was dispatched to a residence on Kent St. after receiving a report of a scam. The victim reported a man had contacted her via phone claiming to be the Attorney General of the Consumer Protection Bureau and that she was the winner of $4.5 million dollars from the American Protection Sweepstakes. The victim was informed that in order to collect her winnings, she must first wire money to banks in Nicaragua and Costa Rica in order to cover the taxes of the winnings. The victim proceeded to do so, but soon after had suspicions about the company. After making contact with the suspect, the victim was informed that she could get her money back if she wired more money to the company to expedite the process. At this point, the victim made contact with the police. The matter is currently under investigation.

Sector 5

Burglary: 7/30/2013 at 9:00 a.m.- 6:41 p.m. – Brington Rd.

An officer was dispatched to a residence on Brington Rd. after receiving a report of a past Breaking and Entering. The victim stated she had discovered the front door open and a pane of glass on the front door broken upon arriving home. After inspecting the home she discovered jewelry and silverware were missing. Neighbors did not report hearing or seeing anything unusual that day. The matter is currently under investigation.

Sector 9

O.U.I.L: 7/30/2013 at 6:14 p.m. – Shaw Rd./ Alberta Rd.

An officer observed a vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed. The officer initiated a traffic stop at the intersection of Alberta and Shaw Rd. The officer observed that the driver seemed confused and her eyes were glassy. A bottle of alcohol was clearly visible in the purse of the passenger. A query revealed the driver was operating under a suspended license. The driver was placed under arrest for Operating After Suspended License and Operating Under the Influence of Liquor.


Burglary: 7/30/2013 at 4:20 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. – South St.

An officer was dispatched to a residence on South St. after receiving a report of a Breaking and Entering. The victims stated they returned home to find it ransacked. A rear window had been forced open in order to gain entry into the home. Several items were taken. Neighbors did not report hearing or seeing anything suspicious. A suspect has not been apprehended thus far.









Tuesday, July 30, 2013

Advisement

Please be advised there have been two vehicles broken into in the area behind the high school. Please make sure to lock your vehicles and remove any valuables from view. If you see or hear anything suspicious please call the police department.

7/29 - 7/30

Sector 1

Larceny: 7/29/2013 at 10:33 a.m. - Harvard St.

An officer observed a man whom he knew from a prior shoplifting experience. The officer continued to observe the man as he quickly entered and left several stores. After the suspect left a clothing store, the officer entered and asked to see the store’s surveillance videos. The videos showed the suspect placing several shirts into a brown bag. An employee of the store said no one fitting the suspect’s description had bought any shirts. The officer stopped the suspect on Harvard Street and was able to observe several shirts sticking out of the top of the brown bag. The shirts were returned to the clothing store and the suspect was placed under arrest for Shoplifting.

Larceny: 7/27/2013 at 12:00 – 7:00 p.m. – Beacon St./ James St.

An officer was dispatched to Beacon St. after receiving a report of a theft of a bicycle. The bike had been secured with a thick cord lock to a light pole. Both the bike and lock were taken. No suspect has thus far been apprehended.

Sector 2

Larceny: 7/28/2013 at 12:30- 10:00 a.m. - Aspinwall Av.

A man reported his cell phone had been stolen after spending the night at a friend’s home. According to the homeowner, another overnight guest left with two cell phones the following morning. The victim attempted to get his phone back from the suspect, who asked for payment for the return of the phone. Officers spoke with the suspect via cell phone, but found him uncooperative. The victim was advised to cancel his cell phone service. The matter is currently under investigation.

Larceny: 7/29/2013 at 4:22 p.m. – Beacon St.

An officer was dispatched to Beacon St. after receiving a report of a past larceny. Upon arrival, the victim told the officer that she was the victim of a Craig’s List scam. She found the suspects ad on Craig’s List for a summer home rental in Rhode Island. After speaking with the suspect on the phone, she wired money into his account to secure her rental. Upon arriving at the home in Rhode Island she discovered the properties true owners were home and had no knowledge of any such rental agreement. She was unable to reach the suspect, who has thus far not been apprehended.

Sector 4

Fraud: 7/29/2013 at 2:07 p.m. – Chestnut St.

A victim reported she was on a website called Tagged.com when she was asked by the suspect to purchase a MoneyPak card, which he would then add funds to. After purchasing the card and relaying the card number to the suspect, she was unable to reach the suspect, who has yet to be apprehended.


Sector 5

Breaking and Entering of a Motor Vehicle: 7/29/2013 at 8:40 a.m. – Buckminster Rd.

An officer was dispatched to a residence on Buckminster Rd after receiving a report of a past Breaking and Entering of a Motor Vehicle. The victim stated he had left his car in the driveway of his home overnight. The vehicle was left unlocked, but otherwise secure. When the victim went to use the car in the morning he saw the glove box was open and several items from the car were missing. A suspect has not been apprehended thus far.

Breaking and Entering of a Motor Vehicle: 7/29/2013 at 12:00 p.m. – Clark Rd.

An officer was dispatched to a residence on Clark Rd. after receiving a report of a past Breaking and Entering of a Motor Vehicle. The victim stated she had left the vehicle unlocked. Several items were missing from the vehicle including a cell phone. No suspect has been apprehended.


Sector 7

Possession: 7/29/2013 at 4:30 p.m. – Goddard Av.

An officer observed two suspects acting suspiciously while sitting in their car on Goddard Av. They appeared anxious and were continuously looking over their shoulders as if they did not wish to be seen. After being parked for several minutes the car continued down Goddard Av, the passenger having exited the car. Officers initiated a traffic stop. The driver appeared confused, dazed, and could not sit still. Officers also observed that his eyes were bloodshot. A search of the vehicle revealed a small pill on the floor of the car which was confirmed to be Oxycontin. The suspect did not have a prescription for the medication and was placed under arrest for Possession of an opiate. 





Monday, July 29, 2013

7/27-7/28

O.U.I.L.: 7/27/2013 at 7:07 am- Beacon St./ Centre St.

An officer observed a vehicle make an unlawful left turn. A traffic stop was initiated on Beacon St. While pulling over the vehicle, the driver drove onto the curb hitting a light post. The driver appeared confused and was slurring her speech. A query revealed her Right to Operate had been suspended. Further investigation revealed a plastic cup containing an alcoholic beverage in the console of the vehicle. The driver was placed under arrest for Operating Under the Influence of Liquor, Operating Recklessly, Operating After Suspension, and Violation of D.P.W. Rules and Regulations.

Sector 1

Operating After Suspension: 7/28/2013 at 4:34 pm- Harvard St.

An officer observed a vehicle run a red light. A traffic stop was initiated on Harvard St. A query revealed the driver’s license was suspended. The driver was placed under arrest for Operating After Suspension.


Sector 2

Burglary: 7/27/2013 at 9:30 – 10:30 am- Aspinwall Av.

An officer was dispatched to a home on Aspinwall Av. after receiving a report of a possible burglary. The victim stated a young man, whom she described as ‘scruffy’ with tan skin and a small build, came to her home asking if a man named Christian lived there. After being told there was no one there by that name, the man left. The victim thought little of the exchange until she left her home shortly after and upon returning, discovered the screen on her kitchen window was pushed up. Investigation of the home revealed the victim’s cell phone was missing, but no other valuables appeared to be removed. No suspect has been apprehended.

Sector 4

Assault: 7/27/2013 at 5:30 pm- Robinson Playground/ Cypress Street

Officers were dispatched to Robinson Playground on Cypress Street after receiving a report of three males fighting. Upon arrival, officers spoke with a witness who said one of the suspects was attempting to hit another with a brick. The suspect was questioned, but highly intoxicated and denied the fight had occurred. The suspect was placed under arrest for Assault and Battery with a Dangerous Weapon and the other two men were sent on their way.


Robbery: 7/27/2013 at 8:11 pm- High St.

An officer was dispatched to High St. after receiving a report of a bicycle theft. The victim reported two young men whom he knew had approached him an hour earlier and forcibly taken his bicycle. Both suspects were located and the bike was recovered. The suspects were placed under arrest for Unarmed Robbery.


Sector 5

Burglary: 7/26/2013 at 8:15 am- 4:00 pm- Dean Rd.

An officer was dispatched to Dean Rd. after receiving a report of a Breaking and Entering. An investigation revealed the perpetrator gained entry through a bedroom window, which had been smashed. Further investigation revealed several bedrooms in the home were ransacked and some money and jewelry were reported missing. A suspect has thus far not been apprehended.


Sector 6

Operating After Suspension: 7/28/2013 at 2:28 am- Boylston St./ Dunster Rd.

An officer observed a vehicle traveling at an accelerated speed. A traffic stop was initiated on Boylston St. A query revealed the license of the driver had been suspended. He was placed under arrest for Operating After Suspension.


Friday, July 26, 2013

7/25-7/26

Sector 1

Larceny: 7/25/2013 at 8:00 am- 6:30 pm- Greenway Ct.

An officer was dispatched to Greenway Ct. for a report of a past Breaking and Entering. There were no signs of forced entry, but the victims reported a missing prescription bottle. No other items in the apartment appeared to be missing.

Sector 2

Receiving Stolen Property: 7/25/2013 at 9:32 pm- Pearl St.

An officer observed two subjects on a scooter. The driver was wearing a helmet, but the passenger was not. The officer initiated a traffic stop on Pearl St. A query revealed the driver of the scooter had a suspended license. Further investigation revealed the scooter had been reported stolen. A search of the suspect’s backpack revealed two prescription medication bottles for which the suspect did not have a prescription. A search of the second suspect revealed loose pills for which the suspect did not have a prescription. The suspects were placed under arrest for Receiving Stolen Property and Possession of Class E Drugs.


Burglary: 7/24/2013 at 7:30 am - 7/25/2013 at 9:30 pm- Aspinwall Av.

An officer was dispatched to Aspinwall Av. after receiving a report of Breaking and Entering. Investigation revealed a bedroom window had been forcibly opened, but nothing in the apartment was missing. A resident of the building reported hearing someone moving around the window around 4:00 am on 7/25/2013, but had not seen the suspect. Further attempts to locate the intruder have proved unsuccessful thus far.


Sector 3

Warrant Arrest: 7/25/2013 at 11:16 am- Harvard St.

An officer received an anonymous phone call saying two individuals were acting suspiciously and may be involved in a drug transaction. The officer stopped the individuals on Harvard St. A query revealed a warrant out of Natick District Court for one of the subjects. The individual was placed under arrest for the warrant.


Sector 4

Not Duly Licensed: 7/25/2013 at 5:12 pm- Washington St./ Park St.

An officer observed a vehicle run a red light. The officer initiated a traffic stop at the intersection of Washington and Park St. A query revealed the driver did not have a license. He was placed under arrest for being Not Duly Licensed.


Sector 5

Attempted Larceny: 7/25/2013 at 6:10 pm- Tappan St.

An officer was dispatched to Tappan St. after receiving a report about a potential scam. Upon arrival, the officer spoke with the two victims who stated they had received a phone call from a man claiming to work for the Publishing Clearings House. The man then attempted to obtain their credit card information. The victims were advised to call the police if anyone claiming to work for the Publishing Clearings House came to their residence.




Thursday, July 25, 2013

Police Reports 7/24-7/25

Sector 2

O.U.I.L: 7/25/2013 at 2:01 am- Longwood Ave/ St. Paul St.

An officer observed a vehicle traveling at night without headlights. The officer initiated a traffic stop at the intersection of St. Paul and Longwood Ave. Upon reaching the driver the officer could detect the odor of an alcoholic beverage. Based on observation, the driver was placed under arrest for Operating under the Influence of Liquor. After an inventory search of the vehicle the driver was additionally charged with Open Container- Alcohol and Possession of Class E and Class D Drugs. 

Sector 4

Warrant Arrest: 7/24/2013 at 11:05 pm- Boylston St.

A query of a vehicle’s information revealed the registered owner had two outstanding warrants. An officer initiated a traffic stop on Boylston St. The driver was confirmed to be the registered owner of the vehicle. The driver was placed under arrest for the two warrants out of Cambridge and Quincy District Courts.

Sector 5

Operating after Revocation: 7/24/2013 at 11:12 pm- Washington St.

An officer observed a vehicle run a red light. The officer initiated a traffic stop on Washington St. A query revealed the driver’s license had been revoked. The driver was placed under arrest for Operating after Revocation.

Wednesday, July 24, 2013

Police Reports 7/23-7/24

Sector 2

Drug Arrest: 7/23/2013 at 5:43 pm- Harvard St./ Longwood Ave.

An officer observed a vehicle with an expired inspection sticker and initiated a traffic stop on Harvard St. A search of the vehicle revealed prescription pills in a backpack. The owner of the backpack did not have a prescription for the medication and was placed under arrest for Possession of a Class E Drug.

Sector 3

Operating after Suspension: 7/23/2013 at 10:55 am- Centre St./ Beacon St.

An officer observed a vehicle make an illegal u-turn. The officer initiated a traffic stop on Centre St. A query revealed the driver had a suspended license and was placed under arrest for Operating after Suspension.

Sector 4

Operating after Suspension: 7/23/2013 at 4:13 pm- Beacon St.

An officer observed a vehicle traveling at an accelerated speed. The officer initiated a traffic stop on Beacon St. A query revealed the driver had a suspended license and was placed under arrest for Operating after Suspension.

Operating after Suspension: 7/23/2013 at 7:52 pm- High St.

Officers observed a subject operating a vehicle who was known to have a suspended license. Officers initiated a traffic stop on High St. It was confirmed the driver’s license was suspended and he was placed under arrest for Operating after Suspension.


Tuesday, July 23, 2013

Brookline Police Reports 7/22/2013-7/23/2013

Sector 1

Shoplifting: 7/22/2013 at 10:00 am- Beacon St.

A CVS employee reported a shoplifting. The employee stated he observed two male subjects conceal items in a personal bag and leave the store without paying. Officers were able to find two subjects who matched the description in the area. They were positively identified as the suspects and were placed under arrest for Shoplifting.

Operating after Suspension: 7/22/2013 at 10:53 pm- Beacon St.

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

Warrant Arrest: 7/23/2013 at 4:24 am- Egmont St.

An officer observed a vehicle operating on the wrong side of the road. The officer initiated a traffic stop on Egmont St. A query revealed that the driver had a warrant out of Brighton District Court. The driver was placed under arrest for the warrant.


Sector 2

Warrant Arrest: 7/22/2013 at 1:59 am- Beacon St./ Charles St.

An officer observed make a prohibited left turn onto Beacon St. The officer initiated a traffic stop at the intersection of Beacon and Charles St. A query revealed that the driver had a warrant out of Taunton District Court. The driver was placed under arrest for the warrant.

Sector 3

Shoplifting: 7/21/2013 at 2:50 pm- Beacon St.

A Radio Shack employee reported a shoplifting. The employee stated that he observed several items missing from the store shelf. After reviewing the surveillance video it was determined that two male subjects had stolen the items from the store. Suspect number one is described as a light skin Hispanic male, 30's wearing a black baseball cap backwards, sunglasses, white shirt, black sweat pants with a thick white stripe down the side,  and black sneakers. The second suspect is described as a white male, 30's, wearing blue jeans, gray sleeveless shirt, black hat with white emblem and black sneakers.

Warrant Arrest: 7/23/2013 at 2:11 am- Beacon St.

A query of a vehicle’s information revealed that the registered owner had a warrant and a suspended license. The officer initiated a traffic stop on Beacon St. The registered owner was the passenger in the vehicle and was placed under arrest for a warrant. A query of the driver’s information revealed that he did not have a valid license. He was placed under arrest for Not Duly Licensed.



Sector 8

Operating After Suspension: 7/22/2013 at 8:03 am- Boylston St.

An officer observed a vehicle fail to stop for a red light. The officer initiated a traffic stop on Boylston St. A query revealed the driver had a suspended license and was placed under arrest for Operating after Suspension.

Sector 9

B&E MV: 7/22/2013 at 3:01 am- Sherrin Rd.

An individual reported the break in of a motor vehicle. The victim stated that he heard a noise outside of his residence and witnessed and unknown individual next to his vehicle with the driver’s door open. The suspect fled down Sherrin Rd. to Hackensack Rd. The suspect was described as a tanned skin male wearing a black baseball hat, dark tank top, dark pants and black shoes. A search of the area for the suspect yielded negative results. Nothing was reported missing from the vehicle.


Monday, July 22, 2013

Police Reports 7/18-7/22

Sector 1

Operating after Suspension: 7/19 at 2:50 AM- Harvard St.

An officer observed a vehicle travel through a red light. The officer initiated a traffic stop on Harvard St. A query revealed that the driver had a suspended license and he was placed under arrest for Operating after Suspension.

Larceny: 7/20 between 4:00 and 5:00 PM- Commonwealth Ave.

An individual reported a larceny from a gym locker on Commonwealth Ave. The victim stated that someone entered his locker and removed a wallet containing credit cards and cash.

Sector 2

Failure to Stop: 7/18 at 10:25 PM- Aspinwall Ave. / Brook St.

An officer observed a moped fail to yield to pedestrians in a marked crosswalk. The officer attempted to initiate a traffic stop on Brook St. However, when the officer stepped out of his vehicle the driver of the moped took off at a high rate of speed. After a short pursuit the operator lost control of the moped and he was placed into custody. The operator was placed under arrest for Disorderly Conduct, Not Duly Licensed, Failure to Stop for a Police Officer, Operating to Endanger, and Resisting Arrest.

Sector 3

B&E MV: 7/18 between 4:30 and 5:45 PM- Beacon St. / Warwick Rd.

An individual reported the breaking and entering of a motor vehicle. The victim stated that someone entered her unlocked vehicle while it was parked on Beacon St. A suitcase containing a camera and clothing was reported stolen from the vehicle.

Burglary Arrest: 7/20 at 1:29 AM- Westbourne Tr.

Officers responded to Westbourne Tr. for a residential breaking and entering. Upon arrival officers observed an open window and screen that appeared to be the point of entrance. Officers stopped a male individual in the area to conduct a field interview. This individual was placed under arrest for Breaking and Entering at Night with Intent to Commit a Felony. He was also charged with Possession of a Class E Drug.

B&E MV: 7/21 between 3:00 and 4:15 PM- Harvard St.

An individual reported the breaking and entering of a motor vehicle. The victim stated that someone entered his vehicle while it was parked on Harvard St. An iPod was reported stolen from the vehicle.

Sector 4

Operating after Suspension: 7/18 at 9:17 AM- Boylston St. / Cypress St.

An officer observed a vehicle merge into a lane without using caution, nearly causing an accident. The officer initiated a traffic stop on Boylston Street at the intersection of Cypress Street. A query revealed that the driver had a suspended license and she was placed under arrest for Operating after Suspension.

Warrant Arrest: 7/19 at 10:50 AM- Elm St.

Officers responded to the area of Elm St. for the report of a suspicious male entering porches to several residences in the area. Officers located an individual who matched the description in the area. A query revealed that the subject had a warrant out of Brookline District Court and he was placed under arrest.

Operating after Suspension: 7/19 at 4:40 PM- Washington St. / Park St.

An officer observed a vehicle traveling with defective brake lights. The officer initiated a traffic stop on Washington St. at Park St. A query revealed that the driver had a suspended license and he was placed under arrest for Operating after Suspension.

Warrant Arrest: 7/21 at 11:05 AM- Harvard St.

An officer observed a cyclist fail to stop for a red light. The officer initiated a stop on Harvard St. A query revealed that the individual had a warrant out of Quincy District Court. The subject was placed under arrest for the warrant, Possession of Burglarious Tools, and Receiving Stolen Property.

Sector 6

Operating after Suspension: 7/19 at 9:54 PM- Dunster Rd. / Boylston St.

An officer observed a vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed. The operator briefly attempted to elude the officer until coming to a stop on Boylston St. The operator was placed under arrest for Failure to Stop for a Police Officer and Operating after Suspension.

Sector 7

Burglary: Between 7/19 and 7/21- Dudley St.

An individual reported a residential breaking and entering. The victim stated that she returned home to find a basement door had been forced in. Silverware and jewelry were reported stolen from the home.


Sector 9

Burglary: 7/19 between 8:00 AM and 4:54 PM- Lagrange St.

Officers responded to Lagrange St. for a burglar alarm. Upon arrival it was determined that someone had forced open a rear door. It did not appear that anything was taken from the residence. A search of the area for the suspect yielded negative results.