The following incidents were selected from the Lexington Police Department log during the weeks leading up to September 8, 2024. The Lexington Observer does not independently verify this information.
Motor Vehicle Incident and an Arrest
Friday, September 6 at 3:15 p.m., a report of “road rage” at the intersection of Drummer Boy Way and Fifer Lane came in. A Newton resident reported a vehicle chased him in a “threatening manner” at a high speed. While officers were speaking with this visibly upset individual, a car approached and was identified as the car that had been chasing him. The driver, a Framingham resident, stopped and disputed the allegations. The officer advised that the other vehicle had surveillance footage of the incident initiated on Route 128. Based on information from both parties on scene, the Framingham driver was cited for: “Negligent operation of motor vehicle, Passing violations, and Unsafe operation.”
Saturday, September 7 at 11:55 p.m., a Bedford resident called 911 to report he had crashed his vehicle while swerving to avoid hitting an animal on Westview St. When officers arrived on scene, the operator stumbled out of the driver seat of the BMW. He had driven it off the road and into the wood line. It appeared to have sustained significant front-end damage. Officers observed the driver’s bloodshot eyes, slurred speech, and the odor of alcohol. He agreed to take field sobriety tests and asked to be transported to the hospital. EMS was dispatched for an evaluation, Mals was notified for a tow, and this driver was arrested before being transported to Lahey by Med One. He was charged with: “Failure to Stay Within Marked Lanes, Operate a M/V Negligently So As To Endanger, and Operate M/V Under the Influence, Liquor.”
Suspicious Activity
Tuesday, August 27 at 9:25 p.m., a Grey Oaks Circle resident reported 2 vehicles parked at the public trail nearby. Officers identified the non-Lexington residents as young individuals looking for a place to hang out. They were advised to move along, and they did so without incident.
Monday, September 2 at 12:10 a.m., a Mass Ave. resident reported an unknown vehicle parked in her driveway. The responding officer spoke with an individual who stated she was visiting a friend next door. The responding officer confirmed the information.
Tuesday, September 3 at 2:00 a.m., a Waltham St. resident reported a Jeep pulled up in front of the house and four individuals wearing hoodies exited a Jeep and started toward the door. When the property security guard went outside, the four returned to their Jeep and left. Responding officers were unable to locate the vehicle.
Friday, September 6 at 8:30 a.m., an individual from security at Boston Children’s Hospital on Bedford St. reported a motor vehicle had been in the lot for five days. There was front-end damage, and the airbag had been deployed. Police reached out to the father of the registered owner and urged him to have his son contact the LPD.
Friday, September 6 at 8:25 p.m., a Solomon Pierce Rd. resident reported a dark 4-door sedan had been driving around her neighborhood. When officers checked the area there was no vehicle matching the description given.
Disturbance
Wednesday, September 4 at 7:30 p.m., an individual reported an intoxicated man at Stop and Shop on Bedford St. Officers located the individual in the parking lot and took him back to the VA hospital. This case was referred to a detective and the clinician for follow-up. The Sergeant reported this individual is frequently found in an intoxicated state by the LPD following calls from residents in the community. The clinician is familiar with this individual and knows he resides at the Bedford VA hospital as similar incidents have occurred in Bedford.
Friday, September 6 at 9:20 a.m., an April Lane resident reported a neighbor banged on her door, entered through this unlocked door, and yelled at her for making noise. Responding officers spoke with the residents who have two young children. They “do everything they can to keep them quiet since they’ve had issues for almost 2 years.” Before today they had not notified the police or landlord. Officers advised that she avoid interacting with this resident and to call the landlord.
Noise Complaints and Town Bylaws
Wednesday, August 28 at 10:05 p.m., a Stedman Rd. resident reported that neighboring occupants were getting loud over a sports event. The responding officer reported a large gathering. The individuals were cooperative, and the officer spoke with an individual who agreed to lower the volume and quiet down for the evening. All was in order.
Friday, September 6 at 10:45 p.m., an Arlington resident reported her Lexington neighbors on Bowman St. were having a loud party that had been going on for hours. The responding officer reported this was an adult gathering and they were advised of the homeowner’s complaint. They agreed to turn off the music for the night. All was in order.
Friday, August 30 at 6 15 p.m., a Summit Rd. resident reported construction activity after hours. The responding officer reported CFD Construction was advised of the town bylaw hours, and they were finishing for the night.
Monday, September 2 at 8:00 a.m. a Thoreau Road resident reported work noises from nearby. This resident couldn’t state whether it was construction work or landscaping equipment. Responding officers spoke with an employee of Viking Tree, advised them of the Bylaw, and ceased work for the day.
Animal Control and Complaint
Tuesday, August 27 at 8:20 a.m., a motorist reported a dog running loose around the off-ramp area at Bedford St. and 128. The responding officer checked the area but was unable to locate the dog.
Wednesday, August 28 at 1:50 p.m., a caller reported finding a woman bitten by a dog. The responding officer reported it occurred in Arlington and that Arlington PD would manage the investigation. The patient was transported to Lahey.
Friday, August 30 at 1:25 p.m., several calls came in regarding a dog running loose through Lexington Center. Callers reported several people tried to chase and catch it. The dog continued to dart in and out of traffic, causing a dangerous situation. The ACO monitored the area.
Monday, September 2 at 10:15 p.m., a Lowell St. resident’s fliers regarding her dog bite on 8/28 (initially reported to Arlington PD) asking for information about the dog owners and the dog responsible for the bite, were torn down.
Wednesday, September 4 at 1:35 p.m., the ACO spoke to residents in the Lowell St. area about a dog bite incident on 8/28. He was unable to obtain new information.
Wednesday, September 4 at 7:10 p.m., an Earl St. resident reported 2 loose dogs in her backyard.
Friday, September 6 at 12:05 p.m., a Butterfield Rd. resident reported a loose dog on her property.
Friday, September 6 at 4:00 p.m., a Phinney Rd. resident reported her 10-month-old boxer was missing.
Sunday, September 8 at 10:15 a.m., a Woburn St. resident reported possible neglect of a dog on Vine Street. Out of neighborly concern, an individual thought the dog had been left out overnight and called LPD. The responding officer spoke with the owner and a nearby neighbor who reassured the officer there had never been any neglect. The officer interacted with the dog who appeared healthy and is seen regularly at the Burlington Veterinary Hospital.
Leashes keep dogs off the street and safe from harm.
Thank you for being mindful about sharing the road with our wildlife.
A 2-Week Death Toll: 1 groundhog on Blossomcrest
Larceny and Fraud
Wednesday, September 4 at 11:45 a.m., a Main Campus Drive resident reported 1 bottle of medication was last seen at her home on 9/3, and she believes a pest control employee working in her home took it. She wanted to make proper documentation of this incident.
Wednesday, August 28 at 4:25 p.m., a Buckman Drive resident came in to report her credit card had been used fraudulently.
Wednesday, August 28 at 4:35 p.m., a York Street resident reported a fraudulent loan was obtained in New York.
Thursday, August 29 at 4:20 p.m., a Manor Terrace resident reported she was the victim of a scam.
Saturday, August 31 at 3:50 p.m., a Hillside Terrace resident called regarding his neighbor. The caller wasn’t clear why his neighbor was upset. The responding officer reported that she was the victim of a phone phishing scam. Her Brookline Bank account had been compromised. Brookline Bank was notified to flag her account.
Monday, September 2 at 4:30 p.m., a Pfeiffer Lane resident reported a fraudulent e-mail received. It included his name, address, phone number, and a Google Maps picture of his residence. This e-mail demanded that $2000 be sent to a Bitcoin address. If not done, his personal information would be disseminated. He knew it was a scam and did not send money to Bitcoin. He reported this e-mail to the FBI and was advised to block the e-mail user, change his password, monitor his accounts, and contact the police if any other issues arose.
Saturday, September 7 at 12:15 p.m., an Adams St. resident reported receiving an e-mail from US Bank confirming his application for a silver checking account. US Bank had his information through a previous vehicle lease. An unknown individual used this resident’s information to apply for a bank account under his company’s name, Desktop Metal. This resident contacted the bank’s fraud department and reported the incident. The application was frozen and no money was lost.
August Stats
Assist Fire Department 97
Animal Control 21
Community Relations 4
Cruiser Check: House 46, Business 246, Person 20, General 101
Cruiser Check: Total 413
Directed Traffic 205
Directed PLW 24
Fraud 20
*The Lexington Police Department updates its call log on Monday mornings. LexObserver coverage is a sampling of incidents and is not an exhaustive list. Logs are available for public viewing.
Let’s see, the only arrest here was a DUI… who called the police on themselves. Meanwhile, an irate man entered a family’s home without permission and screamed at them about children making noise. LPD’s sage advice was to tell the victim to avoid further interactions with the man. So to be clear, it is lawful to enter a Lexington resident’s home through an unlocked door and scream at them? I have to wonder if the response would have been the same had the home belonged to a wealthier resident.
Ian, Do you wish to criminalize every dispute between neighbors and turn our town into a police state? This constant Marxist narrative, based upon class envy, of imagined discrimination and prejudice is ridiculous.