Weekly Safety Report: Fraudulent Invoice, Arrest for Suspended License, and Police Pickleball Challenge in Hopkinton, MA
This week in Hopkinton, Massachusetts, there were several notable incidents. The Town Manager addressed a fraudulent invoice sent by the owner of a local news blog during a Select Board meeting. Additionally, a motor vehicle stop led to the arrest of Justin L. Isaacs on charges of driving with a suspended license and possession of an open container of alcohol. Lastly, the Hopkinton Police Department issued a playful challenge to the Westborough and Grafton Police Departments for a pickleball competition.
Read full storyWeekly Safety Report: Police Chief Proposes Additional Personnel, Miraculous Baby Delivery in Bedford
The incidents in Bedford, Massachusetts this week include a proposal by the Police Chief to add more personnel, including expanding the number of patrol officers, and a miraculous delivery of a baby by Lexington firefighter paramedics at a hotel.
Read full storyWeekly Safety Report: Nantucket, Massachusetts - Officer's Passing and Structure Fire
This week in Nantucket, Massachusetts, two incidents occurred. Firstly, the Nantucket Police Department mourned the sudden passing of former officer Gregory Furtado, who had ties to the island. Secondly, a fire broke out at a home under construction on Polpis Road, causing road closures but no injuries.
Read full storyWeekly Safety Report: Drunk Driving Arrest and Crash on Route 6A in Barnstable
This week in Barnstable, Massachusetts, two incidents occurred that required police response. In the first incident, a man was arrested for drunk driving after being reported for urinating in the middle of Church Street. The second incident involved a two-vehicle crash on Route 6A, resulting in one person being injured and transported to Cape Cod Hospital.
Read full storyWeekly Safety Report: Notorious Thief Faces New Charges, Sgt. with Local D.A.'s Office Dies in Dukes County, Massachusetts
Two incidents occurred in Dukes County, Massachusetts this week. In the first incident, a notorious thief, Jeffrey S. Windle, is facing new charges of larceny by check and larceny by false pretenses. Windle had previously attempted to purchase a $15 million house with a fraudulent $2 million check. Due to his prior convictions, he is being charged as a "common and notorious thief." In the second incident, a 41-year-old sergeant with the Cape and Islands District Attorney's office, Gregory Furtado, died suddenly. Furtado had spent his career in service and protection of the citizens of Massachusetts.
Read full storyWeekly Safety Report: Multi-car Collision and Fatal Crash Impact Lakeville, Massachusetts
This week in Lakeville, Massachusetts, two incidents occurred that impacted the safety of the community. In the first incident, a multi-car collision took place at the intersection of Bedford and Taunton Street, resulting in one person being injured and transported to the hospital. The second incident involved a fatal crash on a Fall River highway, where a Lakeville woman tragically lost her life after crossing over the guardrail and colliding with a truck. Both incidents are currently under investigation.
Read full storyWeekly Safety Report: Armed Robbery and Fatal Shark Attack Raise Concerns in Lowell, Massachusetts
This week in Lowell, Massachusetts, two incidents occurred that raised concerns for public safety. The first incident involved an armed robbery at a convenience store in Tewksbury, where a man brandished a gun and demanded cash and cigarettes before fleeing the scene. The second incident was a tragic shark attack in the Bahamas, resulting in the death of a Lowell woman who was paddleboarding near her resort. These incidents highlight the importance of remaining vigilant and taking necessary precautions to ensure personal safety.
Read full storyWeekly Safety Report: Fire in Sandwich Basement and Ambulance Crash in Centerville
Two incidents occurred in Sandwich, Massachusetts this week. The first incident involved firefighters responding to a house fire on Quaker Meetinghouse Road. The fire, located in the basement, was quickly extinguished and no injuries were reported. The second incident involved a crash between a Sandwich Fire Department ambulance and another vehicle on Falmouth Road. The ambulance was transporting a patient to Cape Cod Hospital, but no injuries were reported and the patient was safely transported by another ambulance.
Read full storyWeekly Safety Report: Tewksbury Man Arrested for Third OUI Charge and Lowell Man Arrested in Armed Robbery
Two incidents occurred in Tewksbury, Massachusetts this week. The first incident involved a Tewksbury man who was arrested for his third offense of driving under the influence after a hit and run near the local police station. The second incident involved the arrest of a Lowell man in connection with an armed robbery at a convenience store in Tewksbury.
Read full storyWeekly Safety Report: Fatal Shooting, Shoplifting Spike, and Rise in Hate Crimes Hit Cambridge
This week in Cambridge, Massachusetts, there were several incidents that raised concerns about safety in the area. These incidents include a fatal shooting in Central Square, a spike in shoplifting at a local Target store, and a rise in hate crimes amidst the Israel-Hamas conflict. Law enforcement officials are actively investigating the shooting and expect an arrest soon. The Target store has taken measures to combat shoplifting by locking up the alcohol aisle. The Cambridge Police Department is taking a stand against hate crimes and is committed to protecting the civil rights of all individuals.
Read full storyWeekly Safety Report: Northampton Settles Excessive Force Case, Explores Crisis Response Alternatives
This week in Northampton, Massachusetts, two incidents caught attention. In the first incident, the city settled a legal case for $75,000 with a man who accused police officers of violating his civil rights during a 2019 arrest. The second incident revolves around the question of whether Northampton's crisis response team has become a police alternative, as two individuals from the team were observed preparing to respond to certain calls that were previously handled by the police.
Read full storyWeekly Safety Report: Vandalism and Water Main Break Impact Bernardston, MA
This week in Bernardston, Massachusetts, two incidents occurred that impacted the safety of the community. The first incident involved the vandalism of a pheasant farm by an animal rights group, resulting in the escape of approximately 500 pheasants. The second incident was a water main break that affected several homes, leading to road closures and repair work throughout the night.
Read full storyWeekly Safety Report: Northampton Settles Excessive Force Case, Rollover Crash in Southampton, and Crisis Response Team's Potential
This week in Hampshire County, Massachusetts, there were three notable incidents. Firstly, the city of Northampton settled a police excessive force case for $75,000 with a man who claimed his civil rights were violated during a 2019 arrest. Secondly, emergency crews responded to a rollover crash on Wolcott Road in Southampton, where a vehicle had hit a telephone pole and flipped onto its side. Fortunately, no injuries were reported. Lastly, an article discussed the crisis response team in Northampton, exploring its potential as an alternative to police intervention.
Read full storyWeekly Safety Report: Wrong-Way Crash, Pileup, and Arrest Shake Auburn, Massachusetts
This week in Auburn, Massachusetts, two incidents occurred that have raised concerns for public safety. The first incident involved the arrest of Jason Rodney Clay, a wanted man from California, on multiple outstanding warrants, including firearm-related offenses and burglary charges. The second incident was a tragic wrong-way crash on Route 395 that resulted in the deaths of two individuals and a multi-car pileup causing several serious injuries and traffic disruptions.
Read full storyWeekly Safety Report: Break-ins and Fire Incident in Medford, Massachusetts
Two incidents occurred in Medford, Massachusetts this week. The first incident involved break-ins at two businesses on Boston Ave, with a white male suspect forcing entry into the establishments. The second incident was a fire at a multi-level home on Greenleaf Avenue, with smoke billowing from the roof and flames shooting from solar panels. No further details were provided regarding the extent of damage or theft in the break-ins, or whether anyone was inside the home during the fire.
Read full storyWeekly Safety Report: Crackdown on Crime, Rejected Safety Plan, and Sheriff's Dept. Presentation in Holyoke
This week in Holyoke, Massachusetts, there were several incidents related to crime and public safety. These incidents include a crackdown on crime that has resulted in arrests primarily for drug possession rather than distribution, the rejection of a proposed safety plan by the city council, and a presentation on recidivism and release data by the Sheriff's Department to the Public Safety Committee.
Read full storyWeekly Safety Report: Car Crash, Drunk Driving Arrest, Break-ins, Fire, and Investigation in Barnstable County, Massachusetts
This week in Barnstable County, Massachusetts, several incidents occurred that required attention from local authorities. These incidents include a car crashing into a motel in Dennis Port, a drunk driving arrest after a man was seen urinating in the middle of a street in West Barnstable, vehicle break-ins at Marconi Beach and Doane Rock being investigated by U.S. Park Rangers, a basement fire quickly extinguished by Sandwich firefighters, and revelations of missteps in the investigation of the Lady of the Dunes murder case.
Read full storyWeekly Safety Report: Student Found with Alleged "Hit List" and Driver Seriously Injured in Sharon, Massachusetts
Police and school officials in Sharon, Massachusetts are investigating two incidents this week. The first incident involved a student who was found in possession of an alleged "hit list." Prompt communication between the school and authorities allowed for intervention before the situation escalated. The second incident occurred on Interstate 95, where a driver was seriously injured in a single-vehicle crash. The cause of the crash is under investigation.
Read full storyWeekly Safety Report: Shooting and Grant Funding Impact Brockton, Massachusetts
Two incidents occurred in Brockton, Massachusetts this week. The first incident involved a shooting on Tuesday night, where an adult male victim was shot near 28 Lexington Street. He was hospitalized with life-threatening injuries. The second incident involved grant funding of nearly $4.8 million to support police and fire services in 10 communities, including Brockton.
Read full storyWeekly Safety Report: Sgt. Gregory Furtado's Funeral Plans and Boat Rescue in Plymouth
This week in Plymouth, Massachusetts, two incidents occurred. First, the sudden death of Sgt. Gregory Furtado was announced by the Massachusetts State Police. Funeral plans were shared, but the cause of death remains unknown. Second, three individuals were rescued from frigid waters after their boat ran aground. The Plymouth Fire Department responded to the distress call and successfully brought the boaters back to shore.
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