Police Reports 9/6

Sector 1
Operating After Suspension: 9/6 at 10:00pm – Harvard St
Officer observed a vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed. A vehicle registration check revealed that the operator had a suspended license. Operator was placed under arrest and charged with Operating After Suspension and Speeding.
Sector 4
Sale/MFG Marijuana: 9/6 at 3:19pm – Washington St/ Pond Ave
Officer observed a vehicle go through a red light. Officer noticed that the subjects appeared nervous and smelt of a fresh odor of marijuana. Upon further investigation, officer uncovered a clear bag of marijuana in the center console. Subjects were placed under arrest. Subject 1 was charged with violation of controlled substance law and possession of Class D marijuana, and Subject 2 was charged with Possession with intent to distribute Class D marijuana, Possession of Marijuana, Distribution School zone violation.
Sector 6
Not Duly Licensed: 9/6 at 11:10am – Boylston St
Officer observed a vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed. Operator did not have a MA driver’s license but provided officer with an expired International Passport. Operator was placed under arrest and charged with Not Being Duly Licensed and Speeding.

Bicycle Theft & Bicycle Removal Program

This August, the town of Brookline has seen the highest volume of bike thefts since recent years. Sector 2 and the area around the Brookline High School continue to be hot spots for bike thefts – in addition to Station Street, Linden Street, BHS/Tappan Street area. During the warmer months, most bikes are stolen while left unlocked in driveways, outside of schools, stores, or open garages. We advise all residents to stay alert and properly secure their bikes, especially for the upcoming months. Last year, the greatest volume of bike thefts occurred during the months of August, September, and October.

Bicycle Removal Program

The Brookline Police Department regulates bicycle parking on the public way. For these purposes, the public way primarily means town sidewalks, but also includes public parks. The principal intent of these regulations is to ensure that short-term parking for bicyclists is available in the town and second and that bicycles are parked in a safe and secure manner. One of the important ways of meeting these intentions is to remove abandoned bicycles that are taking up valuable spaces which could be used by other bicyclists (**it should be clear that the bicycle spaces in the town are not intended for long-term storage). Finally, the regulations address the fact that parking a bicycle to some fixtures is not acceptable: trees can be damaged, benches rendered unusable, or hand railings be unavailable to those who need them most.

If you see a bicycle that appears to be in violation of these regulations, please contact the "BrookONline" Website to make a report. If internet access is not available, contact the Brookline Police Community Service Division at 617-730-2248.

An abandoned bicycle (that meets the established criteria), or one that is in violation of the time (72 Hours) restrictions will be tagged and removed. A bicycle determined to be inoperative will be removed by the Department of Public Works for Disposal. A bicycle determined to be operative will be held at the Brookline Police Department of 30 days.

If you believe your bicycle may have been removed by Brookline Police Department, please contact the Property Detective at 617-730-2252.

BICYCLE PARKING ON THE PUBLIC WAY

 Bicycles ARE permitted to park against a building, street sign pole, or on a bicycle rack or other facilityspecifically intended for that purpose.

 Under NO circumstances shall a bicycle obstruct the pedestrian path of travel or handicap access ramps. A parked bicycle must leave at least 36 inches of an obstruction free path of travel.

 Bicycles are NOT permitted to be parked to: fire hydrants, hand railings, benches, trees, trash receptacles and parking meters. Bicycles in violation of the above regulations shall be tagged and removed immediately if presenting a public safety hazard as noted in this section.

 Bicycles shall NOT be parked longer than 72 consecutive hours at the same location on any public way or sidewalk. If the bike is determined to be working bike, a green colored tag will be affixed, and after a 72 hour time period be removed for storage purposes. The Department of Public Works (DPW) will transport the bike to Police Headquarters, and the sector officer will generate a report, identifying the bike and removal date.
 No motorized vehicles shall be parked on a bicycle rack or other facility specifically designed and intended for bicycle parking. Violators are subject to immediate removal by the Brookline Police Department. Motorized vehicles parked on sidewalks will be issued a parking citation and towed.


ABANDONED BICYCLE ON THE PUBLIC WAY

A bicycle with one or more of the following defects will be considered abandoned and can be removed and destroyed:

(a) No tires or wheels

(b) Have warped wheels or frame

(c) Missing, rusted or broken chain in such a state that renders the bicycle inoperative

(d) Missing or warped handle bars

If the bike is determined to be in one of the conditions described above, a red colored tag will be affixed the Police Department and the Department of Public Works will be notified for immediate pick up and destruction. The Officer will sign, date, and place the time on the tag for documentation purposes. The tag will be secured to the bike where it is visible to clearly observe.

Police Reports 9/5

Sector 2
Larceny: Occ b/t 8/31 at 3:00pm & 9/3 at 9:00pm – Station St
Victims reported that they had 2 items stolen from the front vestibule of their building. Items were left in an unlocked storage area.

Sector 2
Larceny-Bike: Occ b/t 8/30 at 10:00pm & 9/2 at 11:55pm– St Paul St
Victim stated that his bicycle had been stolen. Victim claimed that the bike was secured to a bike rack in the rear parking lot of the building.

Sector 2
Traffic Offenses: 9/5 at 5:35pm – St Paul St & Sewall Ave
Officer observed a vehicle stopped in the middle of an intersection, blocking traffic. A query check revealed that the operator did not have a license and only an A number in Massachusetts. Operator was placed under arrest and charged with Not Duly Licensed and Blocking an Intersection.

Sector 2
Larceny: Occurred b/t 9/4 6:00pm & 9/5 at 8:00am – Linden Pl
Caller reported that two drainpipe were taken from the rear of a church.

Sector 3
Burglary: 9/4 at 5:00pm & 10:30pm – Verndale St
Victim reported someone stolen her laptop and wallet from her bedroom. Victim stated that the two front doors are usually left unlocked and sometimes left ajar. There were no signs of forced entry and nothing else was out of place. Fraudulent charges were made on her credit card.

Sector 3
Fraud: Occ b/t 9/2 at 11:37pm & 9/5 at 11:37pm – Lancaster Terrace
Victim stated that his Social Security number was being used under a different name. A follow up by the Detective Division is requested.

Sector 3
Malicious Damage-Auto: B/t 8/30 at 9:00am & 9/2 at 10:30am– Centre St Lot West
Victim stated that he noticed scratches on his vehicle. Victim stated that he has a parking permit to park in this lot on a daily basis. He also stated he parks the car in a different parking spot every day, and has not had any damage in the past.

Sector 4
Animal Bite: 8/5 at 7:40pm – Pond Ave
Victim stated that she and her husband were walking past a large dog (leased an accompanied by the dog walker) on the sidewalk of Pond Ave, when the dog bit her hand. The bite punctured the victim’s hand, and caused her hand to bleed. Victim later went to the emergency room and have her hand evaluated a day after the incident.

Sector 4
Traffic Offenses: 9/5 at 8:55pm - Boylston St & High St
Officer observed a vehicle failing to stop for the red signal light. A registration query revealed that the operator of the vehicle had an expired driving status. Operator will be charged with Failure to Stop for a Red Light and Not Duly Licensed.

Sector 4
Larceny-Bike: Occ on 9/5 b/t 2:30pm & 5:15pm – Davis Ave
Victim reported that his bike was stolen from the porch of his home. Bike was left unlocked on the porch.

Sector 8Lost Property: 8/5 at 7:01pm – Boylston St
Victim stated that her wallet and phone were missing. Victim claimed that she left her items in the bathroom and left without taking her belongings. When she returned to retrieve her property, she found them gone.

Police Reports 9/4

Sector 1
Receive Stolen Property: 9/4 at 3:10pm – St Mary’s Ct
Officers responded to a report for suspicious activity in the area of St Mary’s Ct – an area that has seen numerous cases of bike larcenies. Based on the subject’s suspicious behavior, officer believed that 2 subjects were traveling on stolen bicycles. The 2 subjects on the bicycles had been observed operating their bicycles in violation of Brookline Bicycle By-laws. Subjects attempted to run off and were non-compliant. Both subjects were placed under arrest and charged with Juvenile Delinquency to wit: Receiving Stolen Property and Disorderly Conduct, Possession of Marijuana Less Than One Ounce, and issued Town of Brookline By Law Bicycle Violation Citations for Riding on Sidewalks and Not Wearing Helmets.

Sector 2
Fraud: 9/4 at 5:30pm – Chapel St
Victim stated that there had been numerous fraudulent charges to her debit card since August 6th 2012. She stated that she cancelled her previous card and issued a new one, but there were fraudulent charges still being made against her new account.

Sector 2
Possession of Heroin: 9/4 at 10:25pm – Perry St
Officer responded to a report for an unwanted person on the premises. On arrival, officer observed the subject run into the small parking lot, drop a piece of paper onto the ground and then quickly put something into her pocket. Officers later revealed that the piece of paper contained heroin. Subject was placed under arrest and charged with Possession of Class A and Use Without Authority.

Sector 3
Assault: 9/5 at 1:45am – Harvard St
Officer observed a female subject who appeared highly intoxicated. Subject resisted officer’s commands and continued assaultive behavior, flailing about, attempting to hit and kick officers, and yelling obscenities. Subject was placed under arrest and charged with Assault & Battery on a Public Employee, Disorderly Conduct, Resisting Arrest, and Possession of a Fraudulent Massachusetts Driver's License.

Sector 3
Larceny-Bike: Occ b/t 9/4 at 6:00pm & 9/4 at 8:00pm - Harvard St
Victim stated that he left his bike unlocked against the wall opposite his work and returned the next morning to find his bike missing.

Sector 5
Malicious Damage-Auto: Occurred b/t 8/30 at 8:30pm & 9/4 at 11:30am – Clark Rd
Officer inspected a vehicle that had noticeable scratches on it, and had been spit on.

Sector 6
Operating After Suspension: 9/5 at 12:20am –Boylston St @ Lee St
A query check revealed that the operator of a vehicle had a Suspended Registration, a Suspended License and an Expired Inspection Sticker. Operator was placed under arrest for Operating After Suspension of License and for Operating After Suspension of Registration, as well as Expired Inspection Sticker.

Police reports 8/29 - 9/3

Sector 2
Operating After Suspension: 9/3 at 1:20am – Harvard St
Officer observed a vehicle making a left turn onto Longwood Ave. without using the directional signal. A query of the vehicle’s registration revealed that the registered owner of the vehicle had a suspended license. Operator was placed under arrest. During an inventory of the vehicle, officer found marijuana in the glove compartment. Operator will be charged with Possession of a Class-D Substance with Intent to Distribute (Marijuana), Drug Free School Zone, Operating after Suspension, Failure to use directional when turning.

Sector 3
Protective Custody: 9/3 at 3:16am – Thorndike St
Officer responded to a report regarding a suspicious person. Officer stopped the subject who appeared disheveled, unsteady on his feet, and had slurred speech as well as an odor of alcohol emanating from his breath. Subject was placed under arrest and placed into protective custody due to his level of intoxication.

Sector 3
Operating After Suspension: 9/2 at 3:20am – Washington St
Officer observed a vehicle violating the marked lanes on 3 occasions. A registration check revealed that the operator’s right t operate was suspended. Operator was placed under arrest and charged for the marked lane violation & operating after suspension.

Sector 3
Larceny: 8/31 at 10:12pm – Winchester St
Victim stated that her laptop computer was stolen. She claimed that she was moving some items out of her apartment to the common hallway. When she returned, she noticed her back pack to be opened and her lap top to be gone.

Sector 4
Larceny-Bike: Occurred b/t 9/1 at 1:00pm & 9/2 at 10:30am – Cypress St
Victims stated that all three bikes were found missing. Victims stated that they placed their bikes under the back porch, unlocked.

Sector 5
Not Duly Licensed: 9/1 at 9:30am – Dean Rd. and Druce St
Officer observed a vehicle failing to stop for the stop sign before making a turn. The subject was placed under arrest for the traffic violation, operating not duly licensed, possession of a false ID.

Sector 5
Failure to Stop: 8/31 at 10:00am – Cypress St
Officer was assigned to a road detail when he observed an operator of a moped driving through a narrow gap of roadway between the work site and on coming traffic. Operator ignored the officer’s signal to stop multiple times. Operator will be charged with Failure to Stop for Police Officer and Operating to Endanger.

Sector 6
Malicious Damage-Auto: Occurred b/t 8/29 at 11:00pm & 8/31 at 6:45am – Boylston St
Victim stated that he returned to find that his vehicle had been egged. Vehicle was parked in the parking lot located in front of the Heath school off of Eliot St. No permanent damage was reported.

Sector 8
General Information: Occurred b/t 9/1 at 3:30pm & 9/2 at 9:50am – Woodland Rd
Officer noticed damage to a sign, tree, shrubbery, and front lawn damage-caused by an unknown motor vehicle.

Sector 8
Warrant: 9/2 4:51am – Heath St
Officer observed a subject hitchhiking. A query check revealed that the subject had an outstanding default warrant. Subject was placed under arrest.

Sector 8
Accident: 9/3 at 6:12am – Warren St
Officer responded to a report of a motor vehicle crash. Officer observed a vehicle that had crashed into a wall and damaged the iron fence attached to it and the landscape around it. Operator was nowhere to be found on the scene.

Police Reports 8/30

Sector 1
Larceny-Shoplifting: 8/30 at 4:22pm – Harvard St
Officer responded to a report of a shoplifting incident that had occurred. Caller stated that she observed a female suspect place two pairs of jeans into her bag and then proceed to leave the store without paying. Suspect is described as a light-skinned black female, short hair, white tank top, denim shorts, large gold earrings, pink sparkly designer shoes, carrying two large bags.
Sector 1
Straight Warrant: 8/30 at 10:50am – Babcock St
Officers reported to Babcock St for a subject that had an active arrest warrant. Subject was placed under arrest and was served with a Restraining Order.

Sector 1
Fraud: 7/2 & 7/4 – Beacon St
Victim stated that fraudulent charges were made to her account. She notified the bank and cancelled her card.

Sector 2

Larceny: 8/16 at 6:30pm – Carlton St
Officer responded to a report of a past larceny from the vestibule of the multi-unit building. Victim stated that while he was at work, her wardrobe was delivered to the building by a laundry service. He stated that when he returned home the laundry was not there.
Sector 4

Operating After Suspension: 8/30 at 5:50pm – Walnut St / Washington St
Officer observed a vehicle with a broken windshield and the operator of the vehicle was texting while driving. A vehicle registration check revealed that the operator had a suspended license. Operator was placed under arrest for Operating After Suspension and Operating with a Cracked Windshield.

ID Fraud: 8/29 at 12:00pm – St Paul St

Victim stated that he was a victim of credit card fraud. Fraudulent charged were made to his account in Georgia. He has notified his bank and cancelled his debit card.

Police Reports 8/29

Sector 2
B&E&L of MV: Occurred b/t 8/28 at 5:00pm & 8/29 at 7:45am – Beacon St
Victim stated that his vehicle had been entered overnight. Victim claimed that the vehicle was parked in the rear lot and he found his leather briefcase and sunglasses were missing from the vehicle. Officer did not observe any signs of forced entry.

Sector 5
Larceny-Shoplifting: 8/28 at 7:17pm – Washington St
Officer responded to a report of a past shoplifting call. Employee stated that he observed a suspect take a white plastic bag out of his pocket; he then began filling it with razor blades. Suspect then proceeded to exit the store without paying. The suspect is described as a black male approximately 6' tall, wearing a baggy white t-shirt, shorts, and a black helmet.

Sector 8
Resisting Arrest: 8/29 at 9:48pm – Heath St
Officer responded to a request for assistance in dealing with a trespasser. Subject ignored officer’s orders and continued to walk away. Officer attempted to stop the subject when she swung her arms around, hitting the police officer. Subject was detained and informed of the trespass law.

Graffiti Law: 8/29 at 6:15pm – Foster St
Officer responded to a report of a graffiti complaint. Upon arrival, officer observed a dumpster with graffiti spray -tagged “PHOP!” -painted in white on the side.

Operating After Revocation: 8/29 at 5:17pm – School St & Harvard St
Officer observed a vehicle grid locking the intersection of Harvard St and School St, restricting traffic flow. A registration query revealed that the operator of the vehicle had a revoked license. Operator was placed under arrest and issued citations for Operating after Revocation and Gridlock.

Accident MV/Property: 8/29 at 9:28am – Harvard St / Sewall Ave

Vehicle 1 was taking a right turn when it struck a parked vehicle. Vehicle 1 sustained minor damage to the passenger side and the parked vehicle sustained damage to the driver’s side rear quarter panel and taillight. 

Suspects: Shoplifting of $1,200 of Medicines (Mucinex & Zyrtec)

Occurred 8/18 at 2:03pm – Commonwealth Ave

Officer was dispatched for a report of a past shoplifting. Through a review of surveillance footage, Store manager and Loss Prevention Officer discovered two suspects shoplifting numerous over-the-counter medications from the store. Suspect 1 is described as a black male, wearing a white Adidas shirt, and blue Yankees hat. Suspect 2 is described as a black male wearing blue jeans and a black t-shirt.

If you have any information about the identity of this person or where they are, contact: 

Brookline Police Department

Detectives Division

Detective Matthew McDonnell

(617) 730-2222 x 2712

Brookline Police Take Top Honor

 The Brookline Police Department was one of 23 local police departments honored at the annual Massachusetts Law Enforcement Challenge (MLEC) Awards Ceremony along with the Massachusetts State Police for excellence in traffic safety efforts during calendar year 2011 to reduce motor vehicle related fatalities, injuries, and economic losses to the Commonwealth. 

MLEC awards were based on traffic safety activities such as internal policies, officer training, effective patrolling and public information projects during the 2011 calendar year. 

In recognition of their efforts, the Brookline Police Department was awarded first place by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Executive Office of Public Safety and Security.

Police Reports 8/27 - 8/29

 Sector 1

B&E of MV: 8/28 between 8:00pm & 12:01am - James St

Officer responded to a radio call for a malicious damage. Upon arrival, officer observed a parked vehicle with a smashed rear window. The owner of the vehicle stated a handbag and a pair of sunglasses missing. Fraudulent charges were also made to the owner’s account.

Sector 1

Fire: 8/27 at 7:34am – Beacon St

Officer, along with the Brookline Fire Department, were dispatched for a person stuck in an elevator. Victim had been stuck in the elevator for approximately 20 minutes. BFD made a entry in the basement mechanical room and was able to reset the elevator. Victim was released and was unharmed.

Sector 2

Warrant: 8/29 at 12:30am – Harvard St

Officer observed a vehicle operating with a defective taillight. A registration query revealed that the operator’s right to operate was currently suspended. Operator was placed under arrest for operating after suspension and defective equipment.

Sector 2

Malicious Damage-Auto: 8/28 at 7:00am – Stearns Rd

Victim stated that she noticed that her passenger side rear-view mirror was damaged- the mirror was missing and the encasement was hanging by a wire. She believes that it was forcefully pulled off. 

Sector 2

ID Fraud: 8/28 at 3:45pm – Alton Place

Officer responded to a report of an identity theft. Victim stated that that she was notified from the IRS that she may be a victim of identity theft. She stated that she checked her credit report and did not notice any unauthorized transactions. 

Revoked Registration: 8/27 at 11:35pm – Harvard St

A registration check of a vehicle revealed a status of revoked Insurance. Operator will be charged with Revoked Insurance, Unregistered M.V., and Revoked Registration.  

Sector 3

Larceny: Occurred sometime b/t 8/26 at 11:00am – 8/27 at 3:35pm – St Paul St

Victim reported that two of his bikes had been stolen from the basement garage of his building. Bikes were left unlocked at the rack and the garage door was left open.

Sector 4

Not Duly Licensed: 8/27 at 6:12pm – High St & Boylston St

Officer observed a vehicle making an illegal left turn onto High St. Operator had a driver’s permit and stated that she was using her friend vehicle. Operator was placed under arrest for Illegal left turn and not duly licensed.

Sector 4

Weapons Violation: 8/27 at 7:17am – Franklin St

Upon officers’ arrival, subject was observed to be holding a loaded firearm. Subject compiled with the officers’ instructions and they were then able to secure and confiscate the weapon. Subject stated he was concerned that somebody had broken into his house and came in through the skylight. There were no signs of forced entry into the house, the alarm was still set, and subject stated that nothing was missing. A registration query of the firearm serial number did not match the make and model of the firearm recovered. Officer filed for a civil fine due to possession of the firearm passed the 90 day grace period after his FID Card expired.

Sector 5

Larceny: Occurred b/t 8/21 at 2:30pm – 8/12 at – Tappan St

Victim reported his bike stolen outside of a residence on Tappan Street. Victim claimed that the bike was left locked to a pole, and when he returned, he found that the lock had been cut and his bicycle had been stolen. 

Police Reports 8/24-8/27

 Sector 1 

Assault: 8/25 at 2:49pm – Beacon St and Harvard St

Officers were alerted by witnesses that they observed two men fighting. Victim stated that he and a male subject got into a verbal agreement. The subject bumped him with his body twice and then punched the victim in the face. Subject will be summonsed in for Assault and Battery.

Sector 1

Accident MV/Property: 8/25 at 7:27am - St. Paul St

Caller stated that she saw a vehicle on the front part of her driveway and the side walk.  Caller then stated that after the crash, the vehicle had a flat tire and it began to pull away slowly. The vehicle later pulled up and was immediately identified by the caller. Driver stated that he fell asleep and his vehicle ran up the curb, struck the sign and stopped in front of St. Paul St.  Driver was issued citation for Marked lanes violation and Driving upon sidewalk. 

Sector 1

Warrant: 8/24 at 10:30pm – Amory Park

Officer observed a vehicle parked in Amory Park which was closed with signs clearly posted at the entrance to the park. As the officer approached the vehicle, he saw a clear plastic bag containing marijuana- that was in plain view in the center consul of the vehicle. One party in the vehicle was placed under arrest for a default warrant. All parties in the vehicle were issued a Town By Law Citation for Possession of less than an Ounce of Marijuana.

Sector 2

MV Theft: 8/25 at 3:52pm – Perry St

Victim stated his wallet and truck missing. He has since cancelled the credit card and reports no pending transactions from the card. On 8/26 he stated that cash withdrawal was made in his bank statement.

Sector 3

Assault: 8/26 at 2:35am – Harvard St toward Centre St

Officers were dispatched to a residence to speak with a party about a suspicious person. Caller stated that a female party had been walking through an alley when a male party had attempted to grab her. As she tugged away from the suspect, he struck her in the face with an open hand. The victim was uninjured and did not require any medical attention. Suspect is described as a Middle Eastern man in his 20-30s, average build, 5'5" to 5'11" with curly black hair that was approximately neck length and was gelled back.  He was wearing a white or light colored button up shirt.

Sector 3

Bike Larceny: Occurred sometime after  8/24 at 10:00pm – Beacon St

Victim stated that her bicycle was stolen off the bike rack in the rear of the building.

Sector 4

Bike Larceny: Occurred 8/23 b/t 5:00pm & 8/26 b/t 5:00pm – Cypress Street

Officer responded to a report of a stolen bicycle. Victim stated that he last placed his bike unlocked in the garage of his apartment building. On 8/26, victim discovered his bicycle-damaged- leaning on a pole along the walkway that leads to Cypress Street.

Sector 8

Malicious Damage Auto: 8/25 at 8:00pm – Hammond St towards Woodland Road

Victims (passenger and driver) stated that as vehicle cut them off, victims  sounded his horn as a warning to the other driver in an effort to avoid a collision. The driver of the vehicle pulled over to the side of the road, exited his car and struck (kicked) the vehicle on the passenger's side rear quarter panel resulting in a dent on that side.

Operating After Suspension: 8/25 at 12:40am – Cypress St

Officer observed a vehicle make an illegal U-Turn. A vehicles registration check revealed that the Driver’s right to operate a MV was suspended. Driver was placed under arrest for Operating a MV with a Suspended License.

Not Duly Licensed: 8/27 at 1:10am – Eliot Ave

Officer observed a vehicle travelling at a high rate of speed. A registration check revealed that the operator did not have a driver's license or a learner's permit. Operator was placed under arrest for Operating without a Driver's License. Officers later uncovered marijuana in the middle console of the vehicle. Operator was issued a civil citation for possession of less than one ounce of Marijuana.

Operating After Suspension: 8/25 at 7:40pm – Harvard St

Officer observed a vehicle making an illegal U-turn around a median divider and reverse direction. A registration query revealed that the operator’s license was suspended. Operator was placed under arrest and cited for After Suspension and an Illegal U-Turn.

Police Reports 8/23

Sector 1
Larceny-Shoplifting: 8/23 at 11:40am - Harvard St
Officer responded to a report of a shoplifting in progress. the loss prevention representative stated that he observed the suspect take several sweaters. The items were later retrieved from the suspect’s bag. Suspect was placed under arrest for shoplifting.

Sector 3
Larceny: 8/24 at 1:00am – Beacon St
Victim stated that his stroller was removed from under the tarp and stolen. She stated that he  left the stroller unlocked, under a tarp, in the rear of his home. The area from which the stroller was stolen is a secluded parking lot which is accessed off of Lancaster Terrace.

Sector 4
Burglary: 8/23 at 1:30am-2:00am – Walnut St
Victim stated that two male suspects had broken into her apartment earlier this morning and the back door was kicked in. Victim claimed she recognized the two male suspects. Officers were able to obtain the addresses and telephone numbers listed to both parties. Both male suspects were later found, placed under arrest, and charged for Breaking and Entering in the Night Time with intent to commit a felony.

Sector 4
Accident: 8/23 at 5:28pm – Washington St / Beacon St
Veh #1 was driving north bound on Beacon Street approaching the turn around at Westbourne Terrace when Veh #2 completing a U-turn onto Beacon Street and  hit Veh #1. Passenger of Veh#1 sustained laceration to her head.

Sector 7
Accident: 8/23 11:24pm - Philbrick Rd and Boylston St
Units responded to a report for a tree down on a vehicle. The operator of the vehicle had already exited the vehicle and was unharmed. She stated that she was just driving down Boylston St. (Westbound) when suddenly a tree fell on top of her vehicle. The Brookline Highway/Forestry Department was notified.

Sector 9
ID Fraud: Reported 8/23 at 3:51pm – Rangeley Rd
Victim reported that an account was opened in his name. It is unknown where or how this account was opened at this time. Victim was advised to contact one of the three credit bureau fraud departments.

Police Reports 8/22

 OUIL: 8/23 at 1:40am - Longwood Ave at St Paul St

Officer observed a vehicle cross the marked double yellow line in front of a resident on Longwood Ave. As the officer approached the vehicle, he detected a strong odor of an alcoholic beverage emanating from the vehicle. Officer also observed that the operator had blood shot eyes. Operator was placed under arrest for Operating Under the Influence of Liquor and Failure to Stay in Marked Lanes.

Warrant: 8/22 at 7:07pm – Beacon St

Officers observed a subject who was known to have 2 outstanding warrants for his arrest: Operating After Suspension and Number Plate Violation to Conceal ID.  Subject was placed under arrest for the warrants.

Attempted Larceny: 8/22 at 6:24pm – Winthrop Rd

Officer responded to a report of an attempted larceny of a bicycle. Witness stated that he observed a male subject leap over his neighbor’s fence and then observed a bicycle come over the fence from his neighbor's yard. Witness than stated that the subject then left the bicycle where it was and walked back up the driveway/walkway towards Winthrop Rd. Subject is described as a black male in his mid-20s, nicely dressed, wearing a white shirt, khaki pants, short cropped hair, lean build, approximately 5'10"

Larceny: July 15

Victim reported her TV stolen out of her apartment approximately one month ago. She initially believed the TV had been stolen, but dismissed this notion, and thought that it had just been misplaced. Officers noticed no evidence of forced entry and the doors and locks appear to be intact. No other electronics or other items of value have gone missing.

Police Reports 8/22

Operating After Suspension: 8/22 at 3:20am – Boylston St

Officer was performing radar enforcement when he observed a vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed. A vehicle’s registration check revealed that the operator’s license was suspended. Operator was placed under arrest and issued citations for Operating After License Suspension, Operating MV with License Not In Possession, and Speeding.

Operating After Suspension: 8/22 at 2:30am – Commonwealth Avenue & Babcock St

Officer noticed an operator of a vehicle driving slowly and continued to drive through a solid red light. A vehicle’s registration check revealed that the operator’s license was suspended. Operator was placed under arrest and charged for driving for Operating a motor vehicle with a revoked license, failing to stop for a red light.

 Not Duly License: 8/22 at 12:41am – Washington St

Officer observed a vehicle that did not have a valid inspection sticker. A vehicle registration query revealed that the operator had an expired non-renewable drivers license. Operator was placed under arrest and charged for Unlicensed Operation of Motor Vehicle and Failure to Submit Vehicle for Inspection.

Burglary: Occurred between 8/10 - 8/21 at 6:47pm – Russett Rd

Officer responded to a residence on a report of a past attempted residential Breaking and Entering. Resident stated that he returned from a vacation and noticed the screen on the window damaged. Nothing was reported stolen.

Larceny-Shoplifting: 8/81 at 2:03pm -2:19am – Commonwealth Ave

Officer responded to a report of a past shoplifting. Manager and Loss Prevention Officer discovered that a shoplifting of over the counter medicine had occurred. Subjects are described as a back male wearing a white Adidas shirt, and a blue Yankees hat, and another black male wearing blue jeans and a black t-shirt.

Larceny-Shoplifting: 8/21 at 4:03pm – Harvard St

Officers responded to a report of a shoplifting report. Manager stated that he observed a suspect placing items into his backpack. The manager confronted the suspect and recovered multiple stolen items. Suspect was placed under arrest and will be criminally charged for Shoplifting.

  

Larceny-Shoplifting: 8/21 at 12:46pm – Harvard St

Units responded to a report of a shoplifter leaving the store.  An officer observed a white female fitting the description of the same white female who exited the store without paying for the items. Suspect was placed under arrest for Shoplifting.

MV Accident: 8/21 at 10:40am – Beacon St

Officer responded to a report of a hit and run causing property damage.  Witness stated that he heard and observed a vehicle leaving a parking spot that hit the parked car in front. Witness was able to write down the registration of the vehicle that fled. The owner of the vehicle will be issued a citation for Leaving the scene of a property damage accident.

Citizens Alert

We have received reports of people, specifically the elderly population, that the Brookline Fire Department has been soliciting donations for Dead/Injured Firefighters. At this time, the Brookline Fire Department is NOT holding any funds for donations. When they do hold donations, they do not contact private residents - only businesses. The Fire Department adheres to specific steps in recieving funds for their donations. Please be aware of unauthorized contacts and scams.

For more questions, please call
Brookline Police Department
Community Service Division
617-730-2603.

Police Reports 8/20 - 8/21

Sector 1

Bike Larceny: Occurred between 8/16 at 12:00m - 8/20 at 12:30pm– Freeman St

Victim reported his bike missing from a bike rack on the Dexter Park property. The lock and chain were also missing. 

Sector 3

Bike Larceny: 8/20 at 4:03pm– Beacon St

Victim stated that his bike was stolen from a locked storage unit located in the basement of his building. 

Sector 4

MV Accident: 8/20 at 12:32pm – Beacon St

Operator of a vehicle was backing into a handicap parking spot and struck a parked motorcycle.

Sector 4

Possession: 8/21 at 1:59am – Pond Ave

Officer observed that the operator of a moped was not wearing a helmet. The operator claimed that he borrowed the moped from his friend. Operator will be issued for Not Duly Licensed, Operating a Moped without a helmet, One-way violation.

Sector 4

Operating After Suspension: 8/20 at 12:25pm – Harvard St

Officer observed a vehicle make an illegal U-turn in an area of Harvard Street. A registration check revealed that the operator’s license was suspended. Operator was placed under arrest for Operating after Suspended license and will be cited for making a illegal U-turn.

Sector 4

Warrant/Traffic Violation: 8/20 at 7:40am - Boylston St and High St

Officer stopped a vehicle that went through a red traffic signal. A CJIS check showed that there was a warrant for the operator. Operator was issued a citation for Failing to Stop for a Red Light and placed under arrest for the warrant.

Sector 6

Not Duly Licensed: 8/20 at 10:28am – Boylston St

Officer observed 2 vehicles traveling at a high rate of speed at the same time. Both vehicles were stopped. Operator of vehicle 1 was cited for speeding and the operator of Vehicle 2 was placed under arrest for Not Being Duly Licensed. Officers later discovered marijuana and a ceramic pipe in vehicle 2. Operator of Vehicle 2 will also be issued a Town By Law Violation for Possession of less than 1 oz of Marijuana.

Sector 7

Accident: 8/20 at 4:50pm – Goddard Ave

Operator of a vehicle stated that as he was attempting to avoid contact with an animal, that crossed the road in front of him, he applied his brakes. As he applied his brakes, the rear wheel slide out from under his motorcycle and he fell to his side. Operator was transported to the hospital for further treatment.

Police Reports 8/16 - 8/19

Baby on the Way: 8/16 at 9:58pm – Kenwood Rd

Officers were sent to a medical emergency for a woman having labor pains. Officers arrived to assist the mother, and along with the Brookline Fire Department, in delivering the child at home. Mother and child were transported by ambulance to the hospital.

Pedestrian/Vehicle Accident: 8/19 at 10:40pm – Beacon St

Officers responded for a traffic accident involving a pedestrian being struck by a vehicle. Driver claimed that the pedestrian ran out into the streets in front of his vehicle as he was traveling westbound on Beacon St. Officers arrived on scene to find the pedestrian conscious and breathing, and appearing to have a broken leg. She was takent o the hospital for further medical attention. At this time this crash is still under investigation.

Operating After Revocation: 8/19 at 6:42pm – Harvard St

Officers observed a vehicle, traveling southbound on Harvard St, with a missing front license plate. A query of the vehicle’s registration revealed that the registration had been cancelled and the vehicle was not registered and did not have insurance. Officers also observed that the vehicle's inspection sticker had expired. Following further investigation, a motor inventory search revealed a set of bolt cutters and a black scooter helmet. Driver was placed under arrest and charged with the following offenses:

Operating after Revocation (License), Operating Uninsured Motor Vehicle, Operating Uninsured Motor Vehicle, Attaching Number Plate, Number Plate Missing, Failure to Submit Vehicle for Inspection, Attaching Inspection Sticker, Possession of Burglarious Tools.

Operating After Revocation: 8/19 at 5:07pm - Beacon St

A random query of a vehicle's registration revealed that the registered owner had a suspended license. Operator was placed under arrest and charged for Operating After Suspension.

Bike Larceny: Occurred on 8/18 sometime between 11:00am & 10:00pm – Linden St

Officer responded to a resident on Linden Street for a report of a stolen bike. Owner of the bike states that her bike was parked in the rear of her house at the end of the driveway behind her grill, unlocked. 

Traffic Offenses: 8/16 at 8:30am - Hammond St and Woodland Rd

Officer was conducting traffic enforcement when a driver of a vehicle was traveling at a speed considered unreasonable, swerved around the stopped traffic in the left lane into the inside lane and caused the officer to jump out of the way to avoid getting struck. Driver will be issued a citation for Unsafe Lane Change.

Trespassing: 8/19 at 6:26pm – Beacon St

Officers responded for a suspicious person call. Caller observed a six foot tall, black male suspect within the trash receptacle at the rear of the building. Officers were unable to locate the suspect, nor the vehicle in which the subject used to leave the scene, but was able to retrieve identification from the license plate number. Suspect will be charged with Trespassing.

Operating After Suspension: 8/18 at 9:02pm - St. Paul St

Officer observed a vehicle with a missing front license plate. A query of the vehicle's registration revealed that the driver’s license was suspended. Further investigation revealed Marijuana in the center console of a vehicle. Driver will be charged with Operating after Suspension (License), Failure to Submit MV for inspection, Number Plate violation, Possession of One Ounce or Less of Marijuana.

MV Fire: 8/18 at 5:18pm - New Terrace Road

Officers were dispatched for a Motor Vehicle fire. The operator stated that he had just started the vehicle when all of a sudden he could smell burning wires. He and his family exited the vehicle when he saw flames coming out of the hood of his vehicle. All family members exited safely sustaining no injuries.

Loud Music/Party: 8/12 at 11:00pm - Strathmore Rd

Officers responded to a report of a loud party in the area. Officers heard loud talking and music coming from the area of the roof deck. All guests left the residence and the resident was issued a citation for Nuisance Control.

Single Vehicle Accident: 8/17 at 10:46pm – Lagrange St & Princeton Rd

Officers were dispatched to investigate a traffic crash. The vehicle was on its side after striking a town tree and pole. Driver was evaluated and taken to the hospital for further medical evaluation.

Shoplifting: 8/17 between 7:30pm & 8pm – Harvard St

Assistant store manager stated that a phone had been stolen from a store display. At this time there is no further information.

Shoplifting: 8/17 at 6:54pm – Boylston St

Officer was dispatched to investigate a report of a Shoplifting incident. Store owner stated that a female juvenile suspect stole a skateboard. 

Larceny: 8/16 at 8:00pm – Pleasant St

Victim states that he was in the process of moving items from his apartment to his new address when he returned to find items missing from his home.

Bike Larceny:

Officer was dispatched to Longwood Ave for a temporary tow zone violation. It was later revealed that the front wheel of the complainant’s bike was stolen. The bike was locked to the front railing of her building.

Assault: 8/17 at 12:05am – Beacon St

Units responded for a report of a past assault & battery.  Victim reported that he was the sidewalk outside his residence on Beacon Street when a subject approached him and removed an item from his pocket, possibly a knife. Subject is described as a black male, in his late-twenties or early-thirties, medium-dark complexion, 5'11", medium build, short/"natty" hair, and wearing jeans.

Polcie Reports 8/16-8/17

Warrant Arrest:  9:23 am on 8/16- Washington St

The owner of a vehicle that had been towed earlier was in the police station looking for the paperwork to release her vehicle.  During a license check it was found the owner had a warrant and she was placed under arrest. 

Break & Enter of a Motor Vehicle:  Between 8:30 pm (8/15) and 8:30 am (8/16) - Monmouth St

Victim reported to police that the car was parked in the driveway overnight and in the morning the reporting party noticed the front passenger’s window had been smashed. 

Police Reports 8/15

Graffiti:   8/15 at 12:37 pm- Village Way

Officers responded to the report of graffiti on the management door and a recycling bin on Village Way. 

Malicious Damage:  8/15 between 6:00 am and 2:15 pm - Brookline Ave/Parkway Rd

Victim reported to police that the rear windshield of his vehicle had been smashed in two spots.  The vehicle was parked at approximately 6:00 am and when he returned to the vehicle he noticed the damage. It did not appear as if anyone attempted to make entry into the vehicle.

Larceny:  between 6:30 pm (8/14) and 8:00 am (8/15) - Vernon Street

Victim reported to police that two bicycles were stolen out of a private parking garage.  The victim stated that the bikes were left unlocked in a parking space.  When he went to get them in the morning they were gone. 

Larceny/Shoplifting:  8/15 at 3:57 pm- Beacon Street

The AT&T store reported that two white males (approx 25-30 years old) had entered the store and removed a display phone.  One of the males acted as a distraction to the employees as the other stole the phone.

Warrant Arrest:  12:52 am 8/16 - Longwood Ave/ Sewall Ave

Officers stopped a vehicle for traveling without the proper use of headlights. During the traffic stop Officers found that the operator had a warrant out for his arrest.  The operator was placed under arrest for the warrant and cited for the traffic offenses.

Arrest:  8/16 at 2:37 am - Harvard St/ Naples Rd

Officers conducted a traffic stop for a vehicle with defective equipment.  The operator was placed under arrest for operating with a suspended license.    

Police Reports 8/14

Operating After Revocation: 8/14 at 1:51pm – Harvard St at Beacon St

A random vehicle registration check revealed that a vehicle held a revoked license status. The operator was placed under arrest and charged with Operating Motor Vehicle After Registration Revocation and Operating Motor Vehicle without Registration in Possession.

Warrant: 8/14 at 5:00pm - Harvard St. & Longwood Ave

Officer observed a vehicle making an illegal U-Turn from the intersection of Harvard St and Sewall Ave.  A registry check revealed that the operator of the vehicle had a straight warrant. Operator was placed under arrest for the warrant and issued a citation for a U-Turn violation.

Larceny: 8/14 at 9:00pm – Harvard St

Victim reported her phone stolen from her place of work.

Malicious Auto Damage: 8/10 at 7:00am – Winchester St

Victim reported that his vehicle, which was parked and secured in a public garage, had been keyed.

Burglary: 8/14 at 6:08pm - Walnut St

Units were dispatched to a residence for a Breaking and Entering report. Home owner noticed that dressers were rummaged through and several items were found missing.

Larceny: 8/14 sometime between 11:00am-5:30pm – Boylston St

Victim discovered his wallet missing from an office that was not used by anyone on the staff on this day.  He claimed that he left the wallet on top of a stack of folders on a counter top. The wallet contained cash and credit cards – credit card company reported no activity on the stolen credit cards.