The following incidents were selected from the Lexington Police Department log during the week leading up to August 11. The Lexington Observer does not independently verify this information.
Arrest
Thursday, August 7, at 9:45 a.m., following a car crash on Pleasant Street, a Dorchester resident was taken into custody and placed under arrest for Operating Under the Influence.
K-9 Community Engagement
Wednesday, August 6, at 5 p.m., the Burlington PD invited Detective Sullivan to attend their community safety night with K9 Maisey. They interacted with the community and gave tours of the K9’s cruiser.
Thursday, August 7, at 11 a.m., Detective Sullivan and K9 Maisey conducted a tour of the police station for campers from the Lexington Recreation Summer Camp.
Suspicious Activity
Monday, August 4, at 10:03 a.m., Saddle Club Road residents reported a man rang their doorbell at approximately 3:50 a.m. and requested help. When they did not open their door, the man stated, “Fine, if you want to be this way.” Their observations were made through a window. They also observed a white hatchback drive by their home twice afterward. They wanted the incident on record, but they did not leave a specific street address.
Update: An officer spoke with these residents, and they determined the man who came to their door overnight was an individual who was transported to the hospital on a separate call for service. A photograph of the individual was shown to the residents, who identified him as the likely person who came to their door.
Monday, August 4, at 2:10 p.m., an Emerson Gardens Road resident reported her neighbors were “peering into her apartment.” She noticed blinds moving suspiciously and she “felt watched.” She wanted to document the incident as unusual activity. She believed there was a camera facing her apartment. The responding officer advised her to contact dispatch if she observed further concerning behaviors.
Monday, August 4, at 3:55 p.m., a Forest Street resident reported an elderly woman on his porch. He could see her through his Ring camera, and she appeared confused. When they checked the area, responding officers were unable to locate anyone matching the description.
Thursday, August 7, at 4:55 p.m., a Donald Street resident reported two women were looking into cars. The caller reported his neighbor advised him that two females had just tried to enter his vehicle. The responding officer spoke with the woman who was walking around the neighborhood with her autistic patient. She was looking at her reflection in the window of the vehicle in question. All was in order.
Thursday, August 7, at 7:20 p.m., an officer called in to report from Maple Street and the Minuteman Bikeway when he heard a man near the bike path “yelling at people.” The responding officer reported that he located the individual in question, who stated he was walking from his house to the path, talking to his girlfriend in a loud voice. No assistance was needed.
Friday, August 8, at 1:20 p.m., a caller reported a suspicious male on a walking path behind the town pool. The responding officer spoke with her, and she said she was concerned because the man was sleeping on a bench. He appeared fine when the officer attempted to speak with him, but he was uncooperative. The officer observed him as he walked off, and all appeared in order.
Noise Complaints and Town Bylaws
Saturday, August 9, at 11:45 p.m., a Lillian Road resident reported her neighbor was having a gathering and their music was very loud. The responding officer spoke with the neighbor, and he agreed to turn off the music for the night.
Leaf Blower Infractions – During this past week, five reports regarding the gas leaf blower bylaw infractions were made. Residents can be fined for these infractions. Please note that homeowners are responsible for all that occurs on their property. If necessary, remind your employees to follow Lexington’s Bylaws.
Animal Control and Complaints
Monday, August 4, at 10:50 a.m., a caller reported chickens escaped into Hancock Street. Officers checked the area and spoke with a neighbor who reported the chickens belonged down the street, but frequently “visited the neighborhood.”
Monday, August 4, at 11:50 a.m., a black and white Husky was found in the Grove Street area with no collar or tags. An officer took the dog to the town shelter and notified the Animal Control Officer. The dog’s owner contacted the Police Department, and the dog was released into her custody.
Wednesday, August 6, at 10:40 a.m., Animal Control reported a dead raccoon in the roadway near Harding Road and Bedford Street. The Department of Public Works (DPW) was notified for its removal.
Thursday, August 7, at 1 p.m., a John Poulter Road resident reported a sick or injured skunk in her backyard. The responding officer checked the area and located the skunk, but it appeared normal and healthy.
Thursday, August 7, at 6:40 p.m., an individual reported a dog left in a vehicle on Mass Ave. outside of TD Bank. The owner returned and stated he had only left to grab takeout. The responding officer reported the dog was not in any distress.
Saturday, August 9, at 1:10 p.m., a Bedford St. resident came into the station and asked if anyone had found a missing dog. The PD had not received any information. She provided a flyer with a photo and contact information.
Larceny
Monday, August 4, at 2:10 p.m., a Lexington Ridge Drive resident reported a bag of coins stolen from a stairwell. The approximate value was $800, and he was going to take it to the bank.
Tuesday, August 5, at 8:45 a.m., a Waltham Street resident reported he noticed a bike missing on Monday. Two males were seen in the area of the bike in a video. The Dynamic is a white, cross 7-speed, with a 26-inch alloy frame.
Friday, August 8, at 11:45 a.m., an individual reported that last Friday, between 6 and 7 p.m., the foreman of the work site left for the day, and a dark-colored pickup truck drove around back and stole approximately $1,000 worth of tools. The responding officer canvassed the area for footage, and some residents stated they might have home video of the theft.
Monday, August 11, at 11 a.m., a Main Campus Drive resident reported a package stolen from the mailroom. She stated she reported the incident to the management company, and there are cameras in the mailroom. She stated the theft occurred on August 8 between 9 and 10 p.m.
Fraud
Monday, August 4, at 4:45 p.m., a Longfellow Road resident reported he was scammed out of $2,500 by someone claiming to be from the Lexington Police Department.
Wednesday, August 6, at 7:25 p.m., a Concord Avenue couple came in to report identity theft. They saw a pop-up window on their computer telling them to call a number. They spoke to individuals on the phone for approximately one to two hours. They claimed to be “identity theft specialists” and that there had been “multiple withdrawals from their accounts.” When the couple went to their Watertown Savings Bank, they confirmed there had been no withdrawals or attempts to access their accounts. Watertown Savings Bank will issue new accounts. Additionally, as a precaution, they were advised to contact their credit card companies and request new cards. They were also advised to contact the Social Security Administration as a precaution. There is no monetary loss at this time.
The Lexington Police Department updates its call log on Monday mornings. Lexington Observer coverage is a sampling of incidents and is not an exhaustive list. Logs are available for public viewing.