Police Reports 1/31/14 through 2/2/14
On January 31, officers were dispatched to a business on Harvard St. for a report of shoplifting. The manager reported that a woman entered the store and placed an item into her bag before leaving without paying. The matter is currently being investigated.
On February 1, an officer observed a vehicle stopped at the intersection of Washington and Boylston Streets with their parking lights on but headlights off. The vehicle began to inch into the intersection and the officer began to follow the vehicle once the light turned green. The vehicle failed to stay between the white lines separating lanes and the officer initiated a traffic stop. Upon approaching the vehicle, the officer noticed a smell of liquor and the driver’s eyes to be glassy and speech to be slurred. The driver was placed under arrest for operating under the influence of liquor, operating without headlights, and marked lanes violation.
On February 1, an officer observed a vehicle travelling on Harvard St. with an expired inspection sticker. The officer initiated a traffic stop and found the driver to be operating a vehicle with a revoked registration as well as having a revoked driver’s license. The driver was placed under arrest.
On February 2, officers responded to Thatcher St. for an attempted robbery. A woman reported that while walking, a man had come up behind her and grabbed her in a bear hug. When she began to scream, the man hit the left side of her face. The man released the victim and fled on foot before getting into a vehicle and driving away. The matter is currently under investigation.
Monday, February 3, 2014
Friday, January 31, 2014
1/30/2014
Police Reports 1/30/2014
On January 30, officers observed a vehicle speeding and changing lanes without signaling in an intersection on Beacon Street. Officers conducted a traffic stop and could detect a strong odor of alcohol from the driver who also had red and glassy eyes. The driver was placed under arrest and cited for operating under the influence of liquor, speeding, and failure to use a turn signal.
On January 30, an officer observed a vehicle turn right on red from Cypress St. to Boylston St. where a “No Turn on Red” sign is posted. The officer also noticed that the vehicle’s right rear taillight did not illuminate. The officer initiated a traffic stop and a query showed that the vehicle’s registration had been revoked and the operator’s license had been suspended. The driver was cited for operating after license suspension, operating an uninsured vehicle, unregistered vehicle, right turn on red prohibited by sign, and defective taillight.
On January 30, a woman came to the police station to report a larceny. The woman stated that a package that was delivered to her home had been stolen. The tracking number confirmed that the package had been delivered however the woman never received it.
On January 30, an officer responded to Prescott St. for a report of larceny. The victim reported that while using a fitness facility, he had left his wallet and keys in an unlocked locker and subsequently gone home. Once he realized he had left them, the man returned to find his keys but his wallet was missing.
On January 30, officers observed a vehicle speeding and changing lanes without signaling in an intersection on Beacon Street. Officers conducted a traffic stop and could detect a strong odor of alcohol from the driver who also had red and glassy eyes. The driver was placed under arrest and cited for operating under the influence of liquor, speeding, and failure to use a turn signal.
On January 30, an officer observed a vehicle turn right on red from Cypress St. to Boylston St. where a “No Turn on Red” sign is posted. The officer also noticed that the vehicle’s right rear taillight did not illuminate. The officer initiated a traffic stop and a query showed that the vehicle’s registration had been revoked and the operator’s license had been suspended. The driver was cited for operating after license suspension, operating an uninsured vehicle, unregistered vehicle, right turn on red prohibited by sign, and defective taillight.
On January 30, a woman came to the police station to report a larceny. The woman stated that a package that was delivered to her home had been stolen. The tracking number confirmed that the package had been delivered however the woman never received it.
On January 30, an officer responded to Prescott St. for a report of larceny. The victim reported that while using a fitness facility, he had left his wallet and keys in an unlocked locker and subsequently gone home. Once he realized he had left them, the man returned to find his keys but his wallet was missing.
Thursday, January 30, 2014
1/29/2014
Police Reports 1/29/2014
On January 29, an officer observed a vehicle traveling on Washington St. that had failed inspection. A motor vehicle stop was conducted and it was found that the operator’s license had been suspended. The driver was placed under arrest and cited for operating after suspension and failure to submit motor vehicle for inspection.
On January 29, an officer conducted a random query of a vehicle travelling on Washington Street. The query showed that the registered owner had a suspended license so the officer initiated a traffic stop. The officer confirmed that the driver had a suspended license and they were placed under arrest.
On January 29, an officer was approached by civilian who wanted to report a hit and run accident they had just had in Boston. The officer broadcasted information about the vehicle and it was spotted travelling on Boylston Street near Hammond Street. Officers attempted to stop the vehicle which kept driving to avoid the police. The vehicle pulled into a parking lot and the suspect fled on foot. Officers caught the suspect and placed him under arrest. He was charged with reckless operation of a motor vehicle, operating after suspension, marked lanes violation, speeding, and resisting arrest. The motor vehicle accident is being investigated by the State Police.
On January 29, officers responded to a bank on Harvard St. that had activated their alarm for a robbery. A bank teller stated that a man had approached her, handed her a note, and left. The matter is currently under investigation.
On January 29, an officer observed a vehicle traveling on Washington St. that had failed inspection. A motor vehicle stop was conducted and it was found that the operator’s license had been suspended. The driver was placed under arrest and cited for operating after suspension and failure to submit motor vehicle for inspection.
On January 29, an officer conducted a random query of a vehicle travelling on Washington Street. The query showed that the registered owner had a suspended license so the officer initiated a traffic stop. The officer confirmed that the driver had a suspended license and they were placed under arrest.
On January 29, an officer was approached by civilian who wanted to report a hit and run accident they had just had in Boston. The officer broadcasted information about the vehicle and it was spotted travelling on Boylston Street near Hammond Street. Officers attempted to stop the vehicle which kept driving to avoid the police. The vehicle pulled into a parking lot and the suspect fled on foot. Officers caught the suspect and placed him under arrest. He was charged with reckless operation of a motor vehicle, operating after suspension, marked lanes violation, speeding, and resisting arrest. The motor vehicle accident is being investigated by the State Police.
On January 29, officers responded to a bank on Harvard St. that had activated their alarm for a robbery. A bank teller stated that a man had approached her, handed her a note, and left. The matter is currently under investigation.
Wednesday, January 29, 2014
1/28/2014
Police Reports 1/28/2014
On January 28, an officer responded to Winchester St. for a breaking and entering and larceny report. One of the residents reported that when he had arrived home from work, the exterior door to the building was locked but his apartment door was unlocked. Inside, the man’s bedroom had been ransacked and several items were missing.
On January 28, an officer responded to Winchester St. for a breaking and entering and larceny report. One of the residents reported that when he had arrived home from work, the exterior door to the building was locked but his apartment door was unlocked. Inside, the man’s bedroom had been ransacked and several items were missing.
Tuesday, January 28, 2014
1/27/2014
Police Reports 1/27/2014
On January 27, an officer observed a vehicle fail to stop at a stop sign in the area of Babcock and Freeman Streets. The officer initiated a traffic stop and found the driver’s license to be expired. The driver was placed under arrest and cited for expired license and a stop sign violation.
On January 27, officers were dispatched to a business on Beacon St. for a report of shoplifting. Employees had seen the suspect walking through the store with a full bag of groceries and attempt to leave through the rear entrance without paying. The suspect was stopped by an employee and he was placed under arrest for shoplifting.
On January 27, an officer responded to a residential complex on Kent St. for a report of larceny. A man stated that on January 24, he had seen a package for himself in the front of the building but when he returned later in the day to retrieve it, the package had been ripped open. This incident is currently being investigated.
On January 27, officers responded to a residence on Homer St. for a report of breaking and entering and larceny. The residents reported that one bedroom had been ransacked and multiple items were missing. The matter is currently under investigation.
On January 27, an officer responded to Beacon St. for a report of malicious damage. A man reported that while at work, someone had thrown a beer bottle at his vehicle, shattering the rear window.
On January 27, an officer observed a vehicle fail to stop at a stop sign in the area of Babcock and Freeman Streets. The officer initiated a traffic stop and found the driver’s license to be expired. The driver was placed under arrest and cited for expired license and a stop sign violation.
On January 27, officers were dispatched to a business on Beacon St. for a report of shoplifting. Employees had seen the suspect walking through the store with a full bag of groceries and attempt to leave through the rear entrance without paying. The suspect was stopped by an employee and he was placed under arrest for shoplifting.
On January 27, an officer responded to a residential complex on Kent St. for a report of larceny. A man stated that on January 24, he had seen a package for himself in the front of the building but when he returned later in the day to retrieve it, the package had been ripped open. This incident is currently being investigated.
On January 27, officers responded to a residence on Homer St. for a report of breaking and entering and larceny. The residents reported that one bedroom had been ransacked and multiple items were missing. The matter is currently under investigation.
On January 27, an officer responded to Beacon St. for a report of malicious damage. A man reported that while at work, someone had thrown a beer bottle at his vehicle, shattering the rear window.
Monday, January 27, 2014
1/23/14 through 1/26/14
Police Reports 1/23/2014 through 1/26/2014
On January 23, an officer observed a vehicle speeding on
Boylston St. and initiated a traffic stop. Upon approaching the vehicle, an
odor of fresh marijuana was detected. The driver was found to be in possession
of marijuana and was arrested for Possession of a Class D with Intent to
Distribute.
On January 23, a man reported receiving a call from K-Mart
in regards to a purchase he did not make. The man reported that a cappuccino maker
was purchased using his account despite still having the card in his
possession. This matter is currently being investigated.On January 23, a woman reported being the victim of fraud. The woman reported that she received a letter from her insurance provider in regards to approval for recent medications. When she contacted the insurance company, she was told that someone was using her information to pick-up prescriptions in various pharmacies.
On January 24, an officer observed a vehicle driving on Longwood Ave. with an expired inspection sticker and initiated a traffic stop. The driver was found to be operating with a suspended license and was also cited for failure to submit motor vehicle for inspection, no registration in possession or easily accessible, and possession of less than one ounce of marijuana. The driver was placed under arrest.
On January 24, an officer was dispatched to Aspinwall Ave. for a larceny report. A woman stated that two large trash bins were stolen from the curb the day before.
On January 24, officers were dispatched to Harvard St. &
Longwood Ave. for a report of malicious damage. A woman stated that when
traveling on Harvard St. she began to make a left turn but had to quickly stop
for a pedestrian. The pedestrian then kicked the woman’s driver’s side view
mirror and walked away.
On January 25, an officer observed a vehicle traveling on
Beacon St. take a right on a red light. A query of the vehicle showed that the
registered owner had a suspended license and the officer conducted a motor
vehicle stop. The driver was placed under arrest and cited for operating after
suspension and failure to stop at a red light.
On January 25, a woman reported a suspicious phone call to a
business on Brookline Avenue. An employee stated that she had received a call
from a man identifying himself as being from NStar disconnect. The man stated
that a payment was needed right away or the electricity would be shut off. The
employee said she would have to speak to her supervisor and ended the call. The
caller was unable to be reached.
On January 25, an employee at a business on Cypress St. received
a suspicious phone call. The man reported a call from someone claiming to be
from NStar who said the business had an outstanding bill and a payment needed
to be made. The employee terminated the call and contacted the police. The
police contacted the caller and were able to confirm that the call was a scam.On January 25, a woman reported receiving a suspicious phone call. The woman stated that she received a call from an unidentified male who said the woman’s brother was being held against his will. The man said that she needed to pay him or he would kill her brother. Refusing to give more information, the caller hung up and never called back.
On January 26, while monitoring traffic at the intersection
of Beacon St. and Washington St., officers smelled a strong odor of burnt
marijuana. The officers approached two males who appeared to be smoking and
asked for identification. One of the males fled, was found, and was taken into
custody. Both males were issued citations for possession of less than one ounce
of marijuana.
On January 26, officers were dispatched to a business on Commonwealth
Ave. for an alarm. Officers found the doors open and a male lying on the floor.
The man appeared lethargic and unsure of his previous whereabouts. A search of
the man and his backpack yielded drug paraphernalia, marijuana, prescription
pills, and mail addressed to people other than the suspect. The male was placed
under arrest for Breaking and Entering with Intent to Commit a Felony, possession
of a Class E drug, possession of a Class A drug, and receiving stolen property.
The suspect was also issued a citation for marijuana possession.
On January 26, a woman reported her debit card number had
been stolen. The woman’s card had been put on hold after two suspicious charges
that the woman had not made. This matter is currently under investigation.
On January 26, an officer reported to Harvard St. for a
report of larceny. A woman stated that while sitting in a restaurant, her purse
had been stolen. The police were able to track the woman’s cell phone and find
her purse in a trash barrel. The only thing that appeared to be missing was
cash.
On January 26, officers were dispatched to Beacon St. for a
larceny report. A man had been seen in a store placing items into two shopping
bags. When the suspect moved towards the exit without paying, he was stopped by
an employee. The suspect put the bags on the floor and left. A man matching the
suspect’s description was located on a bus and taken into custody for
shoplifting.
On January 26, officers were dispatched to Netherlands Rd.
at Aspinwall Ave. for a report of a vehicle driving into the park. Officers approached
the vehicle and shouted instructions to the operator to stop. The operator
failed to comply and an officer opened the passenger side door and forced the
vehicle into park. The driver was uncooperative and smelled strongly of liquor and
he was placed in handcuffs once outside of the vehicle. Leaning against a
police unit, the suspect began to kick officers and was placed in leg shackles.
The suspect was taken into custody and charged with violation of one way,
operating to endanger, reckless destruction of property, leaving the scene of
property damage, failure to stop for police officer, operating under the
influence of alcohol, trespassing, and assault and battery on a police officer.Thursday, January 23, 2014
1/21/2014 through 1/22/2014
Police Reports 1/21/2014 through 1/22/2014
On January 21, a woman came to the Brookline Police Department to report an incident of assault and battery. The woman stated that she had been walking on Washington St. when a bicyclist was traveling towards her on the sidewalk. After informing the cyclist that he shouldn’t be riding on the sidewalk, he stopped in front of the woman and after arguing, threatened to punch her in the face. The cyclist threw the woman’s coffee into the street and the woman grabbed the bicycle to prevent the man from leaving. The bicyclist pushed the woman in the face and rode away.
On January 21, officers responded to the Trader Joe’s on Beacon St. for a report of shoplifting. An employee reported seeing a woman place two items into a bag and hide them under her coat. The woman will be summoned to Brookline District Court for Shoplifting.
On January 21, police were dispatched to the Starbucks on Harvard St. for a report of larceny. It was reported that a man had removed money from the tip jar and fled.
On January 22, an officer queried a vehicle traveling on Beacon Street. The search revealed that the vehicle had a revoked registration and that the plates were registered to a black Dodge Durango while the vehicle was in fact a brown Chevy Malibu. The officer conducted a motor vehicle stop and dispatch confirmed the plate to be revoked. The driver was cited for revoked insurance, attaching plates, revoked registration, unregistered motor vehicle, and expired inspection.
On January 22, an officer was dispatched to Goddard Ave. for a report of a live breaking and entering. A man reported that someone had been opening his door when they heard the resident and ran, leaving the door ajar. The incident is under investigation.
On January 21, a woman came to the Brookline Police Department to report an incident of assault and battery. The woman stated that she had been walking on Washington St. when a bicyclist was traveling towards her on the sidewalk. After informing the cyclist that he shouldn’t be riding on the sidewalk, he stopped in front of the woman and after arguing, threatened to punch her in the face. The cyclist threw the woman’s coffee into the street and the woman grabbed the bicycle to prevent the man from leaving. The bicyclist pushed the woman in the face and rode away.
On January 21, officers responded to the Trader Joe’s on Beacon St. for a report of shoplifting. An employee reported seeing a woman place two items into a bag and hide them under her coat. The woman will be summoned to Brookline District Court for Shoplifting.
On January 21, police were dispatched to the Starbucks on Harvard St. for a report of larceny. It was reported that a man had removed money from the tip jar and fled.
On January 22, an officer queried a vehicle traveling on Beacon Street. The search revealed that the vehicle had a revoked registration and that the plates were registered to a black Dodge Durango while the vehicle was in fact a brown Chevy Malibu. The officer conducted a motor vehicle stop and dispatch confirmed the plate to be revoked. The driver was cited for revoked insurance, attaching plates, revoked registration, unregistered motor vehicle, and expired inspection.
On January 22, an officer was dispatched to Goddard Ave. for a report of a live breaking and entering. A man reported that someone had been opening his door when they heard the resident and ran, leaving the door ajar. The incident is under investigation.
Tuesday, January 21, 2014
1/17/2014 through 1/20/2014
Police Reports 1/17/2014-1/20/2014
On January 17, officers were dispatched to the intersection of Beacon St. and Washington St. for a car crash. Witnesses to the crash stated that a white vehicle had been speeding and ran a red light, hitting another vehicle. When speaking to the operator of the white vehicle, officers detected an odor of alcohol and slurred speech. The driver was taken into custody and is being charged with driving under the influence of alcohol, red light violation, speeding, and operating to endanger.
On January 17, officers were dispatched to Beacon St. for a traffic crash. One vehicle had collided with a second vehicle, pushing it onto a curb, over a street sign and into a street lamp. Officers spoke to the operator of the first vehicle and observed the driver to have glassy and bloodshot eyes and an odor of liquor. The driver was taken into custody and cited with operating under the influence of liquor, speeding, and a marked lanes violation.
On January 17, officers responded to the CVS on Harvard St. for a report of shoplifting. An employee of the store had seen a man taking items from the shelves and placing them into his jacket and pants pockets. The suspect was located and taken into custody for shoplifting.
On January 17, an employee of a rental vehicle company reported a fleet vehicle stolen. It was reported that the vehicle was taken the day before from the rear of the rental building.
On January 17, an officer responded to an apartment building on Boylston St. for a report of larceny. The resident of one of the units reported that upon arrival back from his winter vacation, he noticed multiple items missing from his bedroom. The other resident of the unit reported that cash was stolen from the backpack in his bedroom.
On January 17, residents of an apartment on Kent St. reported an incident of vandalism. An officer reported to the scene and the residents showed that their front window’s exterior pane of glass had been broken.
On January 18, a woman reported that her specialized road bike had been stolen from her storage bin in a garage on Hammond Pond Parkway.
On January 19, officers responded to a parking lot behind a building on Washington St. A witness informed the officers that a pickup truck with a plow on the front had struck two parked vehicles on Washington St. and had left the scene. The officers spoke to the driver of the pickup truck and observed a knife clipped to his pants which officers secured for safety purposes. The knife was found to be double-sided and spring loaded causing it to be considered a per se dangerous weapon. The driver was placed under arrest and marijuana, cocaine and heroin were found on his person.
On January 20, an officer observed a vehicle traveling on Harvard St. with an expired registration sticker. The officer initiated a traffic stop and discovered that driver’s right to operate a motor vehicle in Massachusetts was expired. The driver was issued a citation and his vehicle was towed.
On January 20, an officer was dispatched to an apartment on Longwood Ave. for a report of counterfeit money being exchanged for an iPad mini. The resident had placed an ad on Craigslist to sell an iPad mini. Someone had responded to the ad and they had met and made the exchange, iPad for cash. The bills were not accepted at an ATM causing the man to report it to the police who observed the bills to be fake.
On January 20, an officer responded to an apartment on Beacon St. for a larceny report. A woman stated that upon flying back to Logan International Airport, her bag had not made the flight and she was told it would be delivered to her residence upon its arrival in Boston. Once the bag was delivered, the woman noticed that a Coach bag containing jewelry and her prescription medicine were missing.
On January 20, officers responded to a building on Boylston St. for a report of a masked man inside. A man was located in a stall in the women’s bathroom and was placed under arrest for trespassing.
On January 20, an officer observed a vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed on Washington St. and passing through a red light. The officer initiated a traffic stop and the driver could not provide his license or any form of ID. The officer ran the name and license number given by the driver and found that the picture did not resemble the driver. Once aware of the driver’s real name, a check with the RMV showed that the driver’s license was suspended. The driver was placed under arrest and charged with failure to stop at a red light, providing a false name/address, and operating after suspension.
On January 17, officers were dispatched to the intersection of Beacon St. and Washington St. for a car crash. Witnesses to the crash stated that a white vehicle had been speeding and ran a red light, hitting another vehicle. When speaking to the operator of the white vehicle, officers detected an odor of alcohol and slurred speech. The driver was taken into custody and is being charged with driving under the influence of alcohol, red light violation, speeding, and operating to endanger.
On January 17, officers were dispatched to Beacon St. for a traffic crash. One vehicle had collided with a second vehicle, pushing it onto a curb, over a street sign and into a street lamp. Officers spoke to the operator of the first vehicle and observed the driver to have glassy and bloodshot eyes and an odor of liquor. The driver was taken into custody and cited with operating under the influence of liquor, speeding, and a marked lanes violation.
On January 17, officers responded to the CVS on Harvard St. for a report of shoplifting. An employee of the store had seen a man taking items from the shelves and placing them into his jacket and pants pockets. The suspect was located and taken into custody for shoplifting.
On January 17, an employee of a rental vehicle company reported a fleet vehicle stolen. It was reported that the vehicle was taken the day before from the rear of the rental building.
On January 17, an officer responded to an apartment building on Boylston St. for a report of larceny. The resident of one of the units reported that upon arrival back from his winter vacation, he noticed multiple items missing from his bedroom. The other resident of the unit reported that cash was stolen from the backpack in his bedroom.
On January 17, residents of an apartment on Kent St. reported an incident of vandalism. An officer reported to the scene and the residents showed that their front window’s exterior pane of glass had been broken.
On January 18, a woman reported that her specialized road bike had been stolen from her storage bin in a garage on Hammond Pond Parkway.
On January 19, officers responded to a parking lot behind a building on Washington St. A witness informed the officers that a pickup truck with a plow on the front had struck two parked vehicles on Washington St. and had left the scene. The officers spoke to the driver of the pickup truck and observed a knife clipped to his pants which officers secured for safety purposes. The knife was found to be double-sided and spring loaded causing it to be considered a per se dangerous weapon. The driver was placed under arrest and marijuana, cocaine and heroin were found on his person.
On January 20, an officer observed a vehicle traveling on Harvard St. with an expired registration sticker. The officer initiated a traffic stop and discovered that driver’s right to operate a motor vehicle in Massachusetts was expired. The driver was issued a citation and his vehicle was towed.
On January 20, an officer was dispatched to an apartment on Longwood Ave. for a report of counterfeit money being exchanged for an iPad mini. The resident had placed an ad on Craigslist to sell an iPad mini. Someone had responded to the ad and they had met and made the exchange, iPad for cash. The bills were not accepted at an ATM causing the man to report it to the police who observed the bills to be fake.
On January 20, an officer responded to an apartment on Beacon St. for a larceny report. A woman stated that upon flying back to Logan International Airport, her bag had not made the flight and she was told it would be delivered to her residence upon its arrival in Boston. Once the bag was delivered, the woman noticed that a Coach bag containing jewelry and her prescription medicine were missing.
On January 20, officers responded to a building on Boylston St. for a report of a masked man inside. A man was located in a stall in the women’s bathroom and was placed under arrest for trespassing.
On January 20, an officer observed a vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed on Washington St. and passing through a red light. The officer initiated a traffic stop and the driver could not provide his license or any form of ID. The officer ran the name and license number given by the driver and found that the picture did not resemble the driver. Once aware of the driver’s real name, a check with the RMV showed that the driver’s license was suspended. The driver was placed under arrest and charged with failure to stop at a red light, providing a false name/address, and operating after suspension.
Friday, January 17, 2014
1/16/2014
Police Reports 1/16/2014
In the early hours of January 16, an officer observed a vehicle travelling on Harvard St. who failed to dim their high beams with the approach of an oncoming vehicle. The officer conducted a traffic stop and the driver was unable to provide his registration, license, or any identification. It was discovered that the driver had provided false information to the officer and a BOP query showed that the driver had a suspended driver’s license and an active straight warrant. The driver was placed under arrest and charged with failure to dim high beams to oncoming traffic, providing false name/DOB to police officers, and operating a MV after license suspension.
On January 16, an officer observed a vehicle on Sherrin Rd. that was running with its parking lights on. The two occupants appeared to be acting suspicious and when they exited the vehicle, the officer approached them and asked for their ID’s. During the interaction, the officer detected an odor of marijuana and nervous behavior. One of the men was found to be carrying marijuana and was cited for possessing less than 1 oz. of marijuana.
On January 16, an officer responded to a report of larceny at a building on Heath Street. A woman spoke to the officer and stated that a wallet had been stolen from a resident’s purse which she keeps in her living room. The same woman had reported her wallet stolen out of her room in December.
On January 16, officers responded to a home on Winslow Rd. for a report of a loud party. Officers spoke to two residents of the home who were underage and entered the home to investigate more underage drinking. Officers witnessed 50-70 people, 3 kegs of beer, multiple bottles of vodka, and a small baggy of marijuana all in plain sight. Both residents were issued Town By Law citations for violating the Town’s Nuisance Ordinance and will be charged with minor in possession of alcohol and disturbing the peace. One of the residents is being cited for possession of less than one ounce of marijuana.
In the early hours of January 16, an officer observed a vehicle travelling on Harvard St. who failed to dim their high beams with the approach of an oncoming vehicle. The officer conducted a traffic stop and the driver was unable to provide his registration, license, or any identification. It was discovered that the driver had provided false information to the officer and a BOP query showed that the driver had a suspended driver’s license and an active straight warrant. The driver was placed under arrest and charged with failure to dim high beams to oncoming traffic, providing false name/DOB to police officers, and operating a MV after license suspension.
On January 16, an officer observed a vehicle on Sherrin Rd. that was running with its parking lights on. The two occupants appeared to be acting suspicious and when they exited the vehicle, the officer approached them and asked for their ID’s. During the interaction, the officer detected an odor of marijuana and nervous behavior. One of the men was found to be carrying marijuana and was cited for possessing less than 1 oz. of marijuana.
On January 16, an officer responded to a report of larceny at a building on Heath Street. A woman spoke to the officer and stated that a wallet had been stolen from a resident’s purse which she keeps in her living room. The same woman had reported her wallet stolen out of her room in December.
On January 16, officers responded to a home on Winslow Rd. for a report of a loud party. Officers spoke to two residents of the home who were underage and entered the home to investigate more underage drinking. Officers witnessed 50-70 people, 3 kegs of beer, multiple bottles of vodka, and a small baggy of marijuana all in plain sight. Both residents were issued Town By Law citations for violating the Town’s Nuisance Ordinance and will be charged with minor in possession of alcohol and disturbing the peace. One of the residents is being cited for possession of less than one ounce of marijuana.
Thursday, January 16, 2014
1/15/2014
Police Reports 1/15/2014
On January 15, officers responded to a building on Freeman St. for a complaint of people smoking marijuana. Upon arrival, the smell of burnt marijuana was evident in the elevator and there was a haze of smoke in the hallway. When a resident came to the door, the officers were able to see multiple jars of a green leafy substance in plain sight. The officers entered the apartment and advised all four parties of their rights. The matter is currently under investigation.
On January 15, officers responded to an alarm from Blue Hills Bank on Beacon St. where a robbery had occurred. A man had entered the bank and approached one of the tellers at which point he pulled out a note and demanded money. The suspect was described as a white male in his 30’s with an average build. He wore large dark sunglasses, a dark tan coat, a hat covering his head and ears, and heavy gloves. If you have any information in regards to this case, please contact the Bank Robbery Task Force (617-742-5533) or the Brookline Police Department (617-730-2222).
On January 15, officers responded to a building on Freeman St. for a complaint of people smoking marijuana. Upon arrival, the smell of burnt marijuana was evident in the elevator and there was a haze of smoke in the hallway. When a resident came to the door, the officers were able to see multiple jars of a green leafy substance in plain sight. The officers entered the apartment and advised all four parties of their rights. The matter is currently under investigation.
On January 15, officers responded to an alarm from Blue Hills Bank on Beacon St. where a robbery had occurred. A man had entered the bank and approached one of the tellers at which point he pulled out a note and demanded money. The suspect was described as a white male in his 30’s with an average build. He wore large dark sunglasses, a dark tan coat, a hat covering his head and ears, and heavy gloves. If you have any information in regards to this case, please contact the Bank Robbery Task Force (617-742-5533) or the Brookline Police Department (617-730-2222).
Wednesday, January 15, 2014
1/14/2014
Police Reports 1/14/2014
On January 14, an officer was flagged down by a motorist who wanted to report an accident. The man stated that he had witnessed a vehicle driving on a traffic median and hitting a sign before driving off on Boylston St. The man had followed the vehicle to the Cleveland Circle and gave officers the license plate number. Officers verified the incident and got in contact with the driver.
On January 14, a vehicle making a left turn from Beacon St. to Marion St. hit a pedestrian who was walking in the crosswalk. The pedestrian refused assistance from the paramedics and was taken home and the driver was issued a citation for failure to stop for a pedestrian crosswalk.
On January 14, an officer responded to a report of a motor vehicle accident. The victim stated that as she crossed the crosswalk at Tappan St. and Blake Rd., a vehicle made contact with her right elbow. The operator of the car pulled over and tried to talk to the victim and then drove off when she didn’t answer. The victim sought medical care and the operator of the vehicle has not been located.
On January 14, an officer was flagged down by a motorist who wanted to report an accident. The man stated that he had witnessed a vehicle driving on a traffic median and hitting a sign before driving off on Boylston St. The man had followed the vehicle to the Cleveland Circle and gave officers the license plate number. Officers verified the incident and got in contact with the driver.
On January 14, a vehicle making a left turn from Beacon St. to Marion St. hit a pedestrian who was walking in the crosswalk. The pedestrian refused assistance from the paramedics and was taken home and the driver was issued a citation for failure to stop for a pedestrian crosswalk.
On January 14, an officer responded to a report of a motor vehicle accident. The victim stated that as she crossed the crosswalk at Tappan St. and Blake Rd., a vehicle made contact with her right elbow. The operator of the car pulled over and tried to talk to the victim and then drove off when she didn’t answer. The victim sought medical care and the operator of the vehicle has not been located.
Tuesday, January 14, 2014
1/13/2014
Police Reports 1/13/2014
In the early hours of January 13 an officer observed a vehicle speeding on Boylston St. and initiated a traffic stop. An RMV check showed that the vehicle’s registration had been. The driver was cited for operating after revocation, operating an uninsured motor vehicle, unregistered motor vehicle, and speeding.
On January 13, a woman reported a possible phone scam. The woman stated that she had been called by an unidentified individual who claimed that her brother had been in a car accident. The caller then asked for the brother’s personal information but when he was unable to give descriptive details about the brother, the woman hung up.
On January 13, a woman reported an incident of fraud. A business on Commonwealth Ave. had received a call from a NStar disconnect service stating that they owed money. Believing it was a scam, the woman hung up.
On January 13, a man received a call from an unidentified caller stating that his brother had been in an accident with the caller’s brother. The caller stated that they were holding the man’s brother hostage. Knowing the location of his brother, the man hung up.
On January 13, an officer initiated a traffic stop for a vehicle lacking a current inspection sticker. Standing next to the vehicle, the officer could detect an odor of raw marijuana. It was found that the passenger had a small bag of marijuana on him. He was cited with possessing less than an ounce of marijuana and failing to use a seatbelt while the driver was cited for failing to submit vehicle for inspection.
In the early hours of January 13 an officer observed a vehicle speeding on Boylston St. and initiated a traffic stop. An RMV check showed that the vehicle’s registration had been. The driver was cited for operating after revocation, operating an uninsured motor vehicle, unregistered motor vehicle, and speeding.
On January 13, a woman reported a possible phone scam. The woman stated that she had been called by an unidentified individual who claimed that her brother had been in a car accident. The caller then asked for the brother’s personal information but when he was unable to give descriptive details about the brother, the woman hung up.
On January 13, a woman reported an incident of fraud. A business on Commonwealth Ave. had received a call from a NStar disconnect service stating that they owed money. Believing it was a scam, the woman hung up.
On January 13, a man received a call from an unidentified caller stating that his brother had been in an accident with the caller’s brother. The caller stated that they were holding the man’s brother hostage. Knowing the location of his brother, the man hung up.
On January 13, an officer initiated a traffic stop for a vehicle lacking a current inspection sticker. Standing next to the vehicle, the officer could detect an odor of raw marijuana. It was found that the passenger had a small bag of marijuana on him. He was cited with possessing less than an ounce of marijuana and failing to use a seatbelt while the driver was cited for failing to submit vehicle for inspection.
Monday, January 13, 2014
Police Reports 1/10/2014 through 1/12/2014
Police Reports 1/10/14-1/12/14
In the early hours of January 10, an officer observed a
vehicle speeding on Boylston St. and initiated a traffic stop. Upon discovering
that the operator’s license was suspended, the driver was taken into custody.
On January 10, a van was observed travelling through a stop
sign at the intersection of Freeman and Babcock streets. An officer conducted a
motor vehicle stop and discovered the operator’s license to have been expired
for several years. The driver was taken into custody and cited for failure to
stop and operating without a license.
On January 10, a man came to the Brookline Police Department
to report a case of fraud. Two weeks prior, the man had found a listing on
Craigslist for a personal assistant and was hired by an unknown party over the
phone. The man was mailed a check and told to deposit it into his personal
account. He was then instructed to withdraw money for a donation to an unknown
person and go to Walmart to purchase 2 MoneyPak cards and pass along the pins
on the back to the unknown party. The man was sent another check which he tried
to deposit and which caused him to learn that the first check had not been
valid. The man was unsuccessful in reaching the unknown party and realized he
had been the victim of a scam.
On January 10, officers were dispatched to a business on
Harvard St. for a report of shoplifting. The reporting party told officers that
he had attempted to stop the suspect as he left through the rear door and that the
suspect had placed the items on the ground inside the store before leaving. The
reporting party informed the officers of the suspect’s current location and
they placed him under arrest for shoplifting. During the inventory search,
officers found heroin on the suspect and also charged him with possession of a
Class A drug.
On January 11, an officer traveling on Boylston St. observed
a vehicle speeding and conducted a traffic stop. Upon speaking to the operator,
the officer observed that the driver had glassy and bloodshot eyes, slurred speech,
and there was a strong odor of alcohol. The driver handed over the vehicle
registration and a Mass identification card. After looking up the driver, the
officer found him to be driving with a revoked license and having a warrant for
possession of burglarious instrument and larceny. The driver was placed under
arrest for operating under the influence of alcohol.
On January 11, a vehicle was observed repeatedly crossing
the double yellow lines on Chestnut Hill Ave. and was pulled over. Upon arrival
at the vehicle, the officer observed the operator as having bloodshot and
glassy eyes and an odor of alcohol. The driver was taken into custody for
operating under the influence of alcohol.
On January 11, officers responded to a restaurant on Beacon
St. where an alarm was going off. Officers discovered that one of the front
windows had been smashed and a brick was lying inside. Officers were unable to
contact the business owner.
On January 11, a man reported that his jacket, phone,
wallet, and keys had been stolen. The man stated that his possessions had been
taken when he had left them on a fence while running up and down Summit Ave.
On January 11, a woman reported that her handicap placard
was taken from her car while it was parked at the Centre St. parking lot.
On January 11, an officer was dispatched to the Panera Bread
on Harvard St. for a report of larceny. The reporting party told the officer
that he had placed his bag over the back of a chair before joining the line by
the counter. Upon return to the table a few minutes later, the bag was gone.
The messenger bag contained a laptop and iPad as well as some paperwork.
On January 12, an officer observed a vehicle speeding on
Harvard St. and failing to stop at a red light. The officer conducted a traffic
stop. Once the officer approached the vehicle and the driver rolled down their
window, a strong odor of marijuana was detected. A search of the vehicle
yielded a large bag of marijuana and the driver was placed under arrest for
speeding, red light violation, operating to endanger, school zone violation,
and possession of a Class D with intent to distribute.
On January 12, an officer observed a vehicle on Beacon St.
make an illegal left turn onto Washington St. The officer initiated a traffic
stop and discovered that the driver was operating with a suspended license and
the driver was placed under arrest.
On January 12, officers arrived on Beacon St. for suspicious
activity. The investigation led to arrests for possession of heroin, possession
of marijuana with intent to distribute, and prostitution.
Friday, January 10, 2014
1/9/2014
Police Reports 1/9/2014
On January 9 around 12:10am, a vehicle was spotted traveling on Washington St. without its headlights on. An officer initiated a traffic stop and was able to identify the operator by her passport as she lacked her driver’s license and the car’s registration. It was found that the operator’s license had been suspended. She will be summoned to court for operating after license suspension, failure to display headlights after sunset, and no registration in possession.
On January 9 at 2:22am, a minivan was seen traveling on Washington St. towards Brookline Ave. without its headlights on. An officer initiated a traffic stop and discovered the driver to be operating after license suspension. The driver was arrested for driving with a suspended license and failing to display headlights after sunset.
On January 9, an SUV was seen driving on Harvard St. with an expired inspection sticker. A traffic stop was conducted and the officer found the driver to be operating after suspension of his license. The driver was taken into custody.
On January 9, a man made a larceny report from a building on Summit Ave. Between January 7 and the morning of January 9, a yellow raincoat and a print of the word BOSTON with the city skyline had been stolen from the office.
On January 9, a vehicle was observed making an illegal right turn on a red traffic light onto John St. A traffic stop was initiated and the operator was found to be driving with an expired license. The driver was cited and will be summoned to court.
On January 9, a woman reported receiving calls from a man with an Indian accent stating he was from Windows IT. Each time he was asked who he was, the man hung up. The woman reported receiving similar calls in the past and that when she refused to give her credit card information, her computer was shut down.
On January 9 around 12:10am, a vehicle was spotted traveling on Washington St. without its headlights on. An officer initiated a traffic stop and was able to identify the operator by her passport as she lacked her driver’s license and the car’s registration. It was found that the operator’s license had been suspended. She will be summoned to court for operating after license suspension, failure to display headlights after sunset, and no registration in possession.
On January 9 at 2:22am, a minivan was seen traveling on Washington St. towards Brookline Ave. without its headlights on. An officer initiated a traffic stop and discovered the driver to be operating after license suspension. The driver was arrested for driving with a suspended license and failing to display headlights after sunset.
On January 9, an SUV was seen driving on Harvard St. with an expired inspection sticker. A traffic stop was conducted and the officer found the driver to be operating after suspension of his license. The driver was taken into custody.
On January 9, a man made a larceny report from a building on Summit Ave. Between January 7 and the morning of January 9, a yellow raincoat and a print of the word BOSTON with the city skyline had been stolen from the office.
On January 9, a vehicle was observed making an illegal right turn on a red traffic light onto John St. A traffic stop was initiated and the operator was found to be driving with an expired license. The driver was cited and will be summoned to court.
On January 9, a woman reported receiving calls from a man with an Indian accent stating he was from Windows IT. Each time he was asked who he was, the man hung up. The woman reported receiving similar calls in the past and that when she refused to give her credit card information, her computer was shut down.
Thursday, January 9, 2014
Missing Person Found
The Brookline Police Department is happy to report 16 year
old, Caleb Jacoby, reported missing since January 6th, and has been
found. The Brookline Police, working with many other agencies over the past few days
were able to provide information to the New York City Police Department that
Caleb Jacoby may be in the area of Times Square. Based upon this information at
approximately 9PM New York City Police informed us they had located Caleb and
he was safe and sound. Plans are now being formulated to transport Caleb back
home. Thanks to all agencies that helped in this investigation. Also thanks to all those
who took to social media to help get the story out.
Police Reports 1/4/2014 - 1/8/2014
Police Reports 1/4/2014 thru 1/8/2014
On January 4, the Brookline Police received a call to report malicious damage. The caller reported that while his car was parked on Gerry Road overnight, his right rear tire was punctured. Upon taking his car in to get a new tire, the caller learned that his tire had been intentionally punctured by a nail, ice pick, or similar item.
On January 5, an officer was driving behind a vehicle on Harvard St. that had several inches of snow on the roof, trunk, rear window, and registration plate. The officer initiated a traffic stop and after removal of snow from the vehicle, the registration was revealed. After looking up the operator’s information, it was found that he was operating after license suspension and he was placed under arrest and cited for failing to remove the snow from his vehicle.
On January 5, an officer traveling northbound on Harvard St. observed an SUV change lanes, breaking a solid white line. The officer initiated a traffic stop and looked up the driver. While his license was from Hawaii, his vehicle was registered to him with a MA address. As citizens are required to obtain a MA driver’s license upon establishing residency, the driver was cited for operating without a license as well as a marked lanes violation.
On January 6, the foreman of a house currently being renovated reported that construction materials had been stolen from outside of the property sometime since January 2. The materials include aluminum pick planks and aluminum pump jacks.
On January 6, a woman living in a nursing home reported that her wallet had been stolen from her apartment. Aside from losing $200 in cash, the woman’s credit cards have been used to make purchases totaling over $1500.
On January 6, a motor vehicle driving on Grove St. was rear ended as the car in front of them stopped for a pedestrian and the car behind them failed to notice that the cars were stopping. The driver of the rear car admitted to driving too close and was issued a citation for failure to keep motor vehicle under control.
On January 6, a woman reported that while riding the C line, her Coach wallet was stolen out of her shoulder bag. The $180 wallet is missing as well as the woman’s credit cards and some cash.
On January 7, officers driving on Boylston observed an SUV committing a marked lines violation, red light violation, and speeding. The officers initiated a traffic stop and noticed a strong odor of liquor from the car’s interior. The driver had glassy, bloodshot eyes, and moderately slurred speech. Upon administration of a Standardized Field Sobriety Test, the driver failed. The suspect is being charged with driving under the influence of intoxicating liquor, marked lanes, expired license, and speeding.
On January 7, an officer looked up the information for a car after they noticed that the side taillight did not illuminate upon breaking. The officer discovered that the registered owner had a default warrant in effect for his arrest. After confirming that the driver was the registered owner, the driver was taken into custody for operating a motor vehicle after suspension/revocation.
On January 7, a woman who had been away on vacation reported that several items were missing from her home on Egmont St. upon her arrival. She reported tools, costume jewelry, and watches as being stolen and believed that only her ex-boyfriend had access to her home.
On January 8, an officer responded to a building on Beacon St. for a larceny report. Between January 2 and January 6, power tools with a value totaling over $900 had been stolen from within the building.
On January 8, a woman reported that a package had possibly been stolen from her building on Beacon Street. While on vacation, she had asked the concierge to accept any packages and place them inside her unit as she was expecting an iPhone 5S. When she arrived home, there were four packages waiting none of which were an iPhone. The UPS site said the package had been delivered and the concierge reported placing five packages inside of her unit.
On January 4, the Brookline Police received a call to report malicious damage. The caller reported that while his car was parked on Gerry Road overnight, his right rear tire was punctured. Upon taking his car in to get a new tire, the caller learned that his tire had been intentionally punctured by a nail, ice pick, or similar item.
On January 5, an officer was driving behind a vehicle on Harvard St. that had several inches of snow on the roof, trunk, rear window, and registration plate. The officer initiated a traffic stop and after removal of snow from the vehicle, the registration was revealed. After looking up the operator’s information, it was found that he was operating after license suspension and he was placed under arrest and cited for failing to remove the snow from his vehicle.
On January 5, an officer traveling northbound on Harvard St. observed an SUV change lanes, breaking a solid white line. The officer initiated a traffic stop and looked up the driver. While his license was from Hawaii, his vehicle was registered to him with a MA address. As citizens are required to obtain a MA driver’s license upon establishing residency, the driver was cited for operating without a license as well as a marked lanes violation.
On January 6, the foreman of a house currently being renovated reported that construction materials had been stolen from outside of the property sometime since January 2. The materials include aluminum pick planks and aluminum pump jacks.
On January 6, a woman living in a nursing home reported that her wallet had been stolen from her apartment. Aside from losing $200 in cash, the woman’s credit cards have been used to make purchases totaling over $1500.
On January 6, a motor vehicle driving on Grove St. was rear ended as the car in front of them stopped for a pedestrian and the car behind them failed to notice that the cars were stopping. The driver of the rear car admitted to driving too close and was issued a citation for failure to keep motor vehicle under control.
On January 6, a woman reported that while riding the C line, her Coach wallet was stolen out of her shoulder bag. The $180 wallet is missing as well as the woman’s credit cards and some cash.
On January 7, officers driving on Boylston observed an SUV committing a marked lines violation, red light violation, and speeding. The officers initiated a traffic stop and noticed a strong odor of liquor from the car’s interior. The driver had glassy, bloodshot eyes, and moderately slurred speech. Upon administration of a Standardized Field Sobriety Test, the driver failed. The suspect is being charged with driving under the influence of intoxicating liquor, marked lanes, expired license, and speeding.
On January 7, an officer looked up the information for a car after they noticed that the side taillight did not illuminate upon breaking. The officer discovered that the registered owner had a default warrant in effect for his arrest. After confirming that the driver was the registered owner, the driver was taken into custody for operating a motor vehicle after suspension/revocation.
On January 7, a woman who had been away on vacation reported that several items were missing from her home on Egmont St. upon her arrival. She reported tools, costume jewelry, and watches as being stolen and believed that only her ex-boyfriend had access to her home.
On January 8, an officer responded to a building on Beacon St. for a larceny report. Between January 2 and January 6, power tools with a value totaling over $900 had been stolen from within the building.
On January 8, a woman reported that a package had possibly been stolen from her building on Beacon Street. While on vacation, she had asked the concierge to accept any packages and place them inside her unit as she was expecting an iPhone 5S. When she arrived home, there were four packages waiting none of which were an iPhone. The UPS site said the package had been delivered and the concierge reported placing five packages inside of her unit.
Sunday, January 5, 2014
Armed Robbery Jan.3rd
On Friday January 3rd at 5PM officers were dispatch to the Santander Bank at 487 Harvard Street. Report of an armed robbery. A suspect described as a black male, wearing dark clothes, black hat and a mask, walked into the bank displayed a gun and robbed the bank. The suspect demanded money and then fled on foot, fortunately no one was hurt. A search of the area was conducted and no additional information is available at this time. No pictures available at this time, if we get more we will release it.
Tuesday, December 31, 2013
Police Reports 12-27-2013 Thru 12-30-2013
Police Reports December 27th - 30th
On December 30th officers responded for Beaconsfield Road for a report of a stolen motor vehicle. The victims stated to police that their vehicle had been parked in their driveway overnight and last seen around 1:30 am on 12/30. While checking a second car in the same driveway, it was also found that there was entry made into their second vehicle and GPS unit and other items had been taken.
On December 29th officers conducted a traffic stop on Commonwealth Ave at Amory Street for speeding. As a result of the traffic stop, the operator was placed under arrest for operation after suspension.
On December 29th at approximately 4:00 pm Officers responded to Brookline Wine and Food on Harvard Street for a reported robbery. The suspect entered the store and stood next to the register at the front of the store. And employee noticed on the surveillance footage that the suspect was reaching over the counter and placing his hand in the cash register. The employee confronted the suspect who then dropped the money and fled from the store.
On December 29th officers conducted a traffic stop on Beacon Street. As a result of the traffic stop, the operator was placed under arrest for operation without a license, operating after license suspension, failure to dim headlights and failing to wear a seat belt.
On December 28th at 11:00 pm, officers conducted a traffic stop for failing to display headlights. As a result of the traffic stop, the operator was placed under arrest for operation after license suspension.
On December 28 officers conducted a traffic stop for revoked insurance on Boylston Street at Dunster Street. As a result of the traffic stop, the operator was placed under arrest for operation after revoked insurance as well as not duly licensed.
On December 28 a victim came into the police station and reported a larceny from a vehicle on Clyde Street. Victim reported that she parked her vehicle on Clyde Street while attending a party and left her handbag inside the vehicle. When she returned to the vehicle the bag was gone.
On December 28th, police responded to Saint Paul Street for a reported larceny. The victim stated to police that they had two packages delivered by UPS on December 27, when the victim went to retrieve the package it had been removed from their entry way.
On December 28th, police responded to Beacons Street for a report of a larceny. The victim reported that while at her place of business on 12/27 someone had stolen her cell phone and case. The case had contained identification, credit cards and cash.
On December 27th officers responded to 55 Pond Ave for a report of a larceny. The victim reported to police that a lap top computer had been stolen from one of the medical offices in the building.
On December 27th while on patrol, officers stopped a vehicle for making an illegal turn off of Harvard St onto Green Street. The operator was placed under arrest for operation after suspension as well as possession of heroin, misc. drug charges, and receiving stolen property.
On December 27th police responded to Browne Street for a fraud report. Victims told the officers that they were planning on taking a trip to New York and were looking at rental properties in the city. They used a website, Homeaway.com, to do the planning and had sent money for the rental. When the victims tried to reach the ‘renter’ to obtain the keys for the stay, they had no contact. Working through the website it was found that the account had been hacked and the property was rented out fraudulently.
Scam Alert : On December 27th a victim came to the police station to report a case of fraud. She received a call from a company called ESupport-Live stating that they could fix her computer. The victim was having issues with the computer at the time and had her credit card charged for the repair. She then later got a call from the Federal Trade Commission and her bank informing her of fraudulent use of her Credit card
On December 27th, officers responded to a residence on Park Street to take a report for stolen packages. The victim reported to police that he had two packages delivered by USPS to his residence. USPS delivered the packages on 12/23 around 7:30 pm and when the victim went to retrieve them (12/24 8:00 am) they had been removed from the front steps.
On December 30th officers responded for Beaconsfield Road for a report of a stolen motor vehicle. The victims stated to police that their vehicle had been parked in their driveway overnight and last seen around 1:30 am on 12/30. While checking a second car in the same driveway, it was also found that there was entry made into their second vehicle and GPS unit and other items had been taken.
On December 29th officers conducted a traffic stop on Commonwealth Ave at Amory Street for speeding. As a result of the traffic stop, the operator was placed under arrest for operation after suspension.
On December 29th at approximately 4:00 pm Officers responded to Brookline Wine and Food on Harvard Street for a reported robbery. The suspect entered the store and stood next to the register at the front of the store. And employee noticed on the surveillance footage that the suspect was reaching over the counter and placing his hand in the cash register. The employee confronted the suspect who then dropped the money and fled from the store.
On December 29th officers conducted a traffic stop on Beacon Street. As a result of the traffic stop, the operator was placed under arrest for operation without a license, operating after license suspension, failure to dim headlights and failing to wear a seat belt.
On December 28th at 11:00 pm, officers conducted a traffic stop for failing to display headlights. As a result of the traffic stop, the operator was placed under arrest for operation after license suspension.
On December 28 officers conducted a traffic stop for revoked insurance on Boylston Street at Dunster Street. As a result of the traffic stop, the operator was placed under arrest for operation after revoked insurance as well as not duly licensed.
On December 28 a victim came into the police station and reported a larceny from a vehicle on Clyde Street. Victim reported that she parked her vehicle on Clyde Street while attending a party and left her handbag inside the vehicle. When she returned to the vehicle the bag was gone.
On December 28th, police responded to Saint Paul Street for a reported larceny. The victim stated to police that they had two packages delivered by UPS on December 27, when the victim went to retrieve the package it had been removed from their entry way.
On December 28th, police responded to Beacons Street for a report of a larceny. The victim reported that while at her place of business on 12/27 someone had stolen her cell phone and case. The case had contained identification, credit cards and cash.
On December 27th officers responded to 55 Pond Ave for a report of a larceny. The victim reported to police that a lap top computer had been stolen from one of the medical offices in the building.
On December 27th while on patrol, officers stopped a vehicle for making an illegal turn off of Harvard St onto Green Street. The operator was placed under arrest for operation after suspension as well as possession of heroin, misc. drug charges, and receiving stolen property.
On December 27th police responded to Browne Street for a fraud report. Victims told the officers that they were planning on taking a trip to New York and were looking at rental properties in the city. They used a website, Homeaway.com, to do the planning and had sent money for the rental. When the victims tried to reach the ‘renter’ to obtain the keys for the stay, they had no contact. Working through the website it was found that the account had been hacked and the property was rented out fraudulently.
Scam Alert : On December 27th a victim came to the police station to report a case of fraud. She received a call from a company called ESupport-Live stating that they could fix her computer. The victim was having issues with the computer at the time and had her credit card charged for the repair. She then later got a call from the Federal Trade Commission and her bank informing her of fraudulent use of her Credit card
On December 27th, officers responded to a residence on Park Street to take a report for stolen packages. The victim reported to police that he had two packages delivered by USPS to his residence. USPS delivered the packages on 12/23 around 7:30 pm and when the victim went to retrieve them (12/24 8:00 am) they had been removed from the front steps.
Friday, December 27, 2013
Police Reports December 26
On December 26, 2013 Brookline Police responded to the
intersection of Kent St and Aspinwall Ave for a two car motor vehicle traffic
crash. Vehicle 1 was driving on Kent St
towards Beacon St when Vehicle 2 took a quick left turn in front of Vehicle
1. Vehicle #1 was unable to move out of
the way in time and collided into the rear right side of Vehicle #2. Vehicle #1
suffered major front end damage, Vehicle #2 had damage to its rear right tail
light. All parties stated that they did
not need any medical attention.
On December 26, 2013, a single car MV crash was reported to
Brookline Police. The vehicle, in the area of
965 Hammond St. spun out 180 degrees on a thin layer of slush and Ice,
and struck a light pole owned by the Town of Brookline. Front and side airbags were deployed. No injuries reported.
On December 26, 2013 Brookline Police responded to Carlton
St for a single vehicle traffic crash. The driver reports that while driving on
Calton St towards Beacon St the vehicle began to lose control and skid, subsequently colliding head on into a light
pole directly in front of 3 Carlton St. The front end of the vehicle suffered
major damage. It was snowing at the time and the roadways were extremely slushy
and wet. The pole suffered minor damage.
On 12-26-2013, Brookline Police responded to Newton St. for
a vehicle fire. Upon arrival, officers observed a 2006 Honda Accord fully engulfed in
flames. The vehicle was unoccupied and appeared to be parked. It was obvious to
the responding officers that the fire started in the rear of the vehicle. Brookline
Fire arrived and was able to contain the fire. The vehicles owner was alerted by another
motorist that his vehicle was on fire. The driver quickly pulled over, exited
the vehicle, and proceeded to contact 911.
On Thursday, 12/26/13 at approximately 1035hrs a Brookline
Police Officer, on patrol walking through the parking lot of the gas station on
Harvard St. detected a strong odor of
what he believed to be burnt marijuana. The Officer tracked the odor to a black
Honda Civic that was occupied by a male operator. The Officer observed the
operator raise what appeared to be a cigarette to his mouth and light it with a
lighter. The operator kept the lighter to the cigarette for an extended period
of time while inhaling. Based on the Officers training and experience he believed
the operator to be smoking Marijuana.
The Officer approached the vehicle and notified Brookline
Dispatch of his location. Other Officers arrived to assist. Upon further investigation the subject was
identified and issued a Town-By Law citation MGL c. 94c s. 32L for Possession of Less Than
1 Ounce of Marijuana.
Friday, December 20, 2013
Scam Alert
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The Brookline Police Department would like to warn Brookline residents about several recent telephone scam which appear to be targeting Brookline residents.
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• The first Scam is the IRS Green Dot Money Pack Scam. Green Dot Money Pak Cards themselves are legitimate products when used for the intended purpose, The intended use allows consumers to reload MoneyPaks to other pre paid cards, add money to a Pay Pal account without using a bank account, or to make same day payments to major companies. Because the cards can be bought with cash, consumers never need to disclose their personal or financial information to a retail cashier or to make a payment.
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• The traditional wire transfer scam involves crooks asking for funds to be directly wires to them, but the Money-Pak scam has the added benefit of the crooks not having to show up at an office to claim the money. Anyone with the 14 digit number found on the back of the Green Dot Money Pak Card can drain the card of funds.
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• The scam works in many ways including phone calls to residents implying that the resident is behind on a bill or owes money for back taxes. The person calling identifies themselves as being from the IRS or a Utility Company. The person posing as an IRS Agents demands money for back taxes and threatens to have the person arrested or deported. The scammers then agree to accept payment for the back taxes by directing the victim to a nearby store that sells Green Dot Money-Pak Cards. The victim is told to purchase a Green Dot Money Pak card in the amount of the back taxes. Once the card is purchased they tell the victim to give them the 14 digit code on the back of the Green Dot Money Pak Card. Once the scammers have the 14 digit code they can obtain all of the money that has been put onto the Green Dot Money Pak card.
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• The second Scam that we have recently been seeing involving Brookline residents is the Traffic Accident Scam. In this case a victim receives a call from someone claiming that one of their relatives has been involved in a serious traffic accident causing considerable damage. The caller claims that the damage exceeds $6,000.00. The caller claims that they are holding the relative and demand payment for the traffic accident damage. They request that the victim go to a nearby Western Office and wire money to a location to cover the cost of the accident. The victim is then told to simply give the caller the number on the Western Union Money Gram. When the scammer has the number for the Western Union Money Gram he can usually go to any Western Union Office and get the funds.
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• We believe that most of these scams are originating outside of the United States.
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The scammers appear at this time to be targeting immigrants or elderly people who are usually to frightened to call the police until it is to late.
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