Fraud Calls

On 11/7 at 0500  hrs Victim received a call from 209-840-6668 stating they were from a company called “Urgent Tech Help (UTH)”. The voice on the line sounded to be of Indian accent and the individual identified as “Max”. Max told Vic his computer was sending spam and the company could clean up victims hard drive. Victim agreed and the company remotely operated victims computer for over 3 hours and charged money for the services. Victim gave Max his credit card number which was declined for fraudulent activity. Suspect subsequently demanded Green Dot Money Card payment. After initial payment, suspect demanded another payment which victim initially refused, but changed his mind when Max locked victim out of his computer.

11/19/2014

Police Reports November 19, 2014

On November 19, an officer observed a vehicle with a broken headlight driving along Harvard St. The vehicle was pulled over and the officer asked for the driver’s license and registration. The driver had an active warrant and was placed under arrest.

On November 19, an officer observed a vehicle along Lagrange St with an expired inspection sticker. The vehicle was pulled over and the officer asked for the driver’s license and registration. The driver was not duly licensed and placed under arrest.

On November 19, officers responded to Thornton Rd for a report of a past breaking and entering of a residence. Several items were stolen from the residence. It appears as though the suspect made entry through an unlocked sliding window. Please insure that all of your windows and doors are locked.

On November 19, an officer responded to a report of a breaking and entering of a motor vehicle. The individual noticed the driver’s door ajar upon her arrival to her vehicle. Things appeared to be rummaged through and some items were missing. Please remember to lock your vehicle doors.

On November 19, an officer responded to a report of a stolen package on Beacon St. The individual stated that they were expecting a package and they were informed that it was delivered. The package could not be located in the front lobby. Please consider having your packages signed for or picked up from the post office. 

11/18/2014

Police Reports November 18, 2014

On November 18, an officer responded to a location on Heath St for a larceny report. An individual’s items were taken from beside her car. The matter is under investigation.

On November 18, an officer responded to Dean Rd for a report of a stolen package. The package was delivered last Wednesday but the individual could not locate it. This is a common theft, please consider having your package picked up or signed for.

On November 18, officers responded to a report of shoplifting from a business along Beacon St. The subject took several items from the store and upon exiting he dropped the items and fled the store. The matter is under investigation.

11/14 through 11/16/2014

Police Reports November 14 through November 16, 2014

On November 15, an officer conducting traffic enforcement along Boylston St and observed a vehicle driving at a high rate of speed. The vehicle was pulled over and the officer asked for the driver’s license and registration. The driver did not have a license and was driving after it was revoked. The driver was placed under arrest.

On November 15, officers responded to a report of two subjects who were attempting to break into motor vehicles along Beacon St and Washington St. The subjects were arrested.

On November 15, a police officer responded to a Beacon St for a report of a stolen package. Please consider having packages picked up at the post office or having them signed for.

On November 17, officers responded to Carlton St and Beacon St for the check of the wellbeing of a driver. The vehicle was in drive and the driver appeared to be asleep. Based on information obtained at the scene, it was determined that the driver was operating under the influence of alcohol. The driver was arrested.   

11/13/2014

Police Reports November 13, 2014

On November 13, an officer responded to Beacon St for a report of a stolen package. The individual stated that a package was stolen from the lobby of the apartment sometime the evening before. The matter is under investigation.

On November 13, officers responded to a business on Harvard St for a report of two subjects that attempted to shoplift. The subjects put several items from the store into their bags. The two subjects were arrested for the incident. 

11/12/2014

Police Reports November 12, 2014

On November 12, an officer responded to a report of a stolen bicycle on Egmont St. The officer spoke with the individual who secured her bicycle the day before.

On November 12, an officer responded to a report of a suspicious person on Gibbs St. Based on information obtained at the scene, the subject was arrested for larceny of a package. 

11/10/2014

Police Reports November 10, 2014

On November 10, an officer responded to Dummer St for a report of a past breaking and entering. The individual reported that several items were missing from the building during the night. The matter is under investigation.

On November 10, an officer observed a vehicle on Boylston St making a turn when there was a red light. The officer stopped the vehicle and asked for the driver’s license and registration. The driver’s license was revoked and the driver was placed under arrest. 

11/7/2014-11/9/2014

Police Reports November 7, 2014 through November 9, 2014

On November 7, an individual came into the police department to report a stolen bicycle. The bicycle was on a rack located near Brookline High School. The bicycle was stolen sometime over night. The bicycle was not locked to the rack.

On November 7, an officer responded to Beacon St for a report of a package theft. The individual found an empty package that was addressed to him but the package was empty.

On November 8, an officer responded to Amory Park for a report of several package thefts. The individual found several empty packages addressed to residents. The matter is under investigation.

On November 8, an officer observed a vehicle traveling down Harvard St with a rejected inspection sticker. The vehicle was pulled over and the officer asked for the driver’s license and registration. The driver’s license was suspended and the driver was placed under arrest for operating after the suspension.

On November 9, an officer observed a vehicle along Cypress St with no inspection. The vehicle was pulled over and the officer asked for the driver’s license and registration. The license was suspended and the driver was placed under arrest for operating after the suspension.

On November 9, an officer observed a vehicle along Beacon St traveling at a high rate of speed. The vehicle also turned without using a turn signal. The vehicle was pulled over and the officer asked for the driver’s license and registration.  Based on information obtained at the vehicle stop, it was determined that the driver was operating a vehicle under the influence of alcohol. The driver was arrested. 

11/6/2014

Police Reports November 6, 2014

On November 6, officers responded to a business along Washington St for a shoplifting incident in progress. The shoplifter fled the store, running down Washington St. Officers located a subject matching the description and stopped him. Based on information obtained at the scene, the subject was arrested for shoplifting from the business.

On November 6, an officer responded to Westbourne Ter for a report of a breaking and entering. Upon the individual’s arrival home, her residence appeared to be broken into. Several items were taken from the home. The matter is under investigation. 

11/5/2014

Police Reports November 5, 2014

On November 5, an individual came into the police department to report a stolen stroller from Stanton Rd. The stroller was in the yard 11/3 and when the individual returned 11/4, the stroller was missing.

On November 5, an officer observed a vehicle driver the wrong way down a one way street. The vehicle was pulled over and the driver had a suspended license. The driver was placed under arrest for operating after the suspension.

On November 5, an officer responded to Winthrop Rd for a report of as stolen package. The individual was expecting the package on 10/31 and the post office confirmed that delivery. The individual never received the package. This is a common theft. Please consider having the package signed for or picked up at the post office.

On November 5, officers responded to a business along Beacon St for a report of shoplifting. The subject had several items that were taken from the business. The subject was placed under arrest for the shoplifting incident.

On November 5, an individual came into the police department to report a stolen bicycle. The bicycle was locked on 11/3 to a bike rack near Greenough and Tappan St.

On November 5, an officer responded to a business along Harvard St for a report of shoplifting. The subject came into the business and took a car seat then left. The subject is described as a black female, 5’5”-5’8” around 120-130lbs, with long black straight hair, wearing all black clothing under a tan overcoat. If you have any information regarding this incident, please contact Brookline Police Department at 617-730-2222.

On November 5, an officer responded to Beacon St for a report of a past B&E and larceny. The individual’s apartment was broken into and items were taken from the apartment. The incident happened sometime during the day. 

11/4/2014

Police Reports November 4, 2014

On November 4, an individual reported having her bicycle stolen from a bike rack on Beacon St. The bike was locked there the evening of 10/31. When the individual came back on 11/2 to retrieve the bike, she noticed it was missing.

11/3/2014

Police Reports November 3, 2014

On November 3, an officer monitoring traffic and observed a vehicle with an expired registration sticker along Brookline Ave. The vehicle was pulled over and the officer asked for the driver’s license and registration. The driver’s license was suspended and the driver was arrested as a result of the suspension.

On November 3, an officer responded to Thornton Rd for a report of larceny. The individual stated that all four of his tires were stolen from his vehicle while parked on the street. This incident occurred sometime overnight.

On November 3, an officer conducting speed enforcement along Beacon St observed a vehicle appear to be traveling over the speed limit. The vehicle was pulled over and the officer asked for the driver’s license and registration. The driver was not duly licensed to driver a motor vehicle and was placed under arrest.

On November 3, two subjects were arrest along Commonwealth Ave for shoplifting at a nearby business. Items were found on the subjects that are believed to be stolen and tools known to be used for shoplifting. 

10/31/2014-11/2/2014

Police Reports October 31, 2014 through November 2, 2014

On October 31, officer's responded to Copley St for a report of a breaking and entering of a residence and a motor vehicle. The resident went to unlock her vehicle and saw the subject sitting in the car. The resident then called 911 and the subject exited the vehicle. Officers arrived and saw the subject hiding in nearby bushes. The subject then fled resulting in a foot chase. The subject was captured and placed under arrest. Several items were located on the subject that is believed to be stolen from other residence or motor vehicles. The subject is believed to be involved in other breaking and enterings of residence/vehicles in the Copley St and Commonwealth Ave area.

On November 1, officers responded to a business along Beacon St for a report of two shoplifters in the process of taking merchandise. Upon officer’s arrival, the two subjects were stopped by police. One of the subjects fled the scene which resulted in a foot pursuit. After the chase, the subject was captured and several items that were believed to be stolen were found on him. The two subjects were placed under arrest for the incident.

On November 2, an officer responded to a business along Commonwealth Ave for a report of a stolen wallet. The individual left his wallet unattended while at the business. While the individual was getting ready to leave, he noticed his wallet was missing. The matter is under investigation. 

B&E 10/31/2014

At 5:30am this morning, officer's responded to Copley St for a report of a breaking and entering of a residence and a motor vehicle. The resident went to unlock her vehicle and saw the subject sitting in the car. The resident then called 911 and the subject exited the vehicle. Officers arrived and saw the subject hiding in nearby bushes. The subject then fled resulting in a foot chase. The subject was captured and placed under arrest. Several items were located on the subject that are believed to be stolen from other residence or motor vehicles. The subject is believed to be involved in other breaking and enterings of residence/vehicles in the Copley St and Commonwealth Ave area. If you have any information or incidents to report regarding this matter, please call the Brookline Police Department at 617-730-2222.

10/29/2014

Police Reports October 29, 2014

On October 29, an officer was conducting traffic enforcement along Boylston St and Hammond St where they observed a vehicle drive through a red light. The vehicle was pulled over and the officer asked for the driver’s license and registration. The driver had a suspended license and was placed under arrest for operating after the suspension.

On October 29, an individual made a report of receiving a call from someone claiming to be the IRS. This was a fraudulent call. Please remember to never give out personal information over the phone.

On October 29, an individual came to the Brookline Police Department to make a report of a breaking and entering of a motor vehicle. The vehicle was broken into sometime over night along Orchard Rd. Please remember to lock your car doors. 

10/28/2014

Police Reports October 28, 2014

On October 28, an officer observed a vehicle fail to stop at a red light along Dean Rd. The driver was pulled over and the officer asked for the driver’s license and registration. The driver was not licensed to drive a vehicle and was placed under arrest for operating without a license.

On October 28, a subject was arrest for larceny of a bicycle along St. Paul St. The subject had been missing from Lawrence School and later found in the subject’s possession.

 On October 28, an officer responded to a business along Commonwealth Ave for a report of shoplifting. The subject came into the business, took two jackets, and then fled the store. The subject is described as a white male, around 5’ 9”-6’0” tall wearing a dark hooded jacket, short spiked hair, unshaven beard, with a messenger bag. Shortly after, another shoplifting incident occurred at the same business. A subject came into the store, stole two jackets then fled. This subject is described as a black male, 6’0” tall, wearing a brown jacket. If you have any information regarding this incident, please call the Brookline Police. 

Street Closures for Halloween

Due to prior years, there have been large numbers of trick or treaters in various neighborhoods. These neighborhoods have petitioned the Town for closure of the roads that are known to be busy. Below are a list of the roads that will be closed and their times.

Vernon St. (between Park/Harvard & at Harris/Vernon) - 3:45-5:30pm

Russett Rd. (between Independence & Asheville) - 5:30-8:00pm 

Loveland Rd., Ackers Ave., Doran Rd. - 6:00-8:30pm

Brook St. (between Toxteth & Kent) - 5:00-9:00pm  

Beals St. (between Harvard & Gibbs) - 5:30-9:30pm

10/27/2014

Police Reports October 27, 2014

On October 27, an officer conducting traffic enforcement along Harvard St stopped a vehicle that did not have an inspection sticker. The officer asked for the driver’s license and registration. The driver had a previous warrant for his arrest. The driver was placed under arrest for the warrant.

On October 27, an office responded to a report of a breaking and entering of two motor vehicles. The first individual reported her vehicle was entered during the weekend while parked on Beacon St. Several items were missing from the vehicle. The second individual reported that several items were also taken from her vehicle. Both vehicles are believed to have been left unlocked. The matter is currently under investigation. Please remember to lock your car doors.

10/24/2014-10/26/2014

Police Reports October 24 through October 26, 2014

On October 24, an individual came into Brookline Police Department to make a report of a stolen bicycle. Her son’s bicycle was taken some time between October 17 and October 20.

On October 24, an officer responded to Chestnut St for a report of a larceny. The individual believes that money was taken from her residence sometime Tuesday when no one was home. Please remember to lock your doors when leaving your residence.

On October 25, an officer observed a vehicle make an illegal left turn on Beverly Road. The officer stopped the vehicle and asked for his license and registration. The driver’s license was suspended and the driver was placed under arrest.

On October 25, an officer responded to Fuller St for a report of a breaking and entering of a motor vehicle. The vehicle appeared to be rummaged through. The vehicle was left unlocked. Please remember to lock your car doors.

On October 26, an officer conducting traffic enforcement conducted a random query of a passing vehicle showing that the owner’s right to operate had been revoked. The vehicle was pulled over along Beacon St and the officer asked for the driver’s license and registration. The driver’s license was revoked and the driver was placed under arrest for operating after the revocation.

On October 26, officers observed a vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed along Harvard St. The officers initiated a traffic stop and asked the driver for their license and registration. Based on information obtained at the stop, the subject was placed under arrest for operating under the influence of alcohol.

On October 26, officer responded to a business for a report of shoplifting. Upon arrival, officers spoke with the store manager who stated that there were two subjects walking around the store. One of the subjects took two items that were on display and put them into his bag. The two men then fled the store once they were confronted. The first subject is described as a white male, mid 20’s, 6 feet tall, wearing a baseball cap, black puffy jacket, blue jeans and a stud near his right eye. The second subject is described as a white male, mid 20’s, 5’7”, wearing a blue baseball cap backwards, a gray hooded sweatshirt with a school logo on the front, blue jeans and light facial growth. If you have any information regarding this incident, please call Brookline Police.

10/23/2014

Police Reports October 23, 2014

On October 23, an officer responded to Lawton St for a report of a stolen license plate. The individual stated that upon returning to her vehicle that afternoon, she noticed her plate was missing. The matter is under investigation.