The following incidents were selected from the Lexington Police Department log during the week leading up to September 8. The Lexington Observer does not independently verify this information.
*This week: No reports of Fraud, Larceny, or Burglary in Lexington
Community Engagement – Comfort Dogs
Monday, September 1, at 3 p.m., Officer Sullivan and School Resource Officer Hankins took K9 Maisey and K9 Watson to the high school track for training.
Thursday, September 4, at 7 p.m., SRO Hankins and K9 Watson attended the Lexington Youth Commission’s first meeting of the school year, hosted at the police station.
Suspicious Activity
Monday, September 1, at 5:05 p.m., and Tuesday, September 2, at 8:05 p.m., an individual from Bina Farm Center on Allen Street reported seeing a white pickup truck slowly passing by the area for the past few days. Because they are in the process of moving barns, most of their belongings were out front on their lawn. Responding officers checked the area on multiple occasions, but were unable to locate the truck.
Friday, September 5, at 10:20 p.m., an individual reported seeing a vehicle in a parking lot on Bedford Street that was honking and waving at them. They did not recognize the car or the person. The responding officer reported the vehicle belonged to an employee who had left something in the building. The officer spoke with the employee who was attempting to enter the building, and all was in order.
Saturday, September 6, at 9:25 p.m., a caller requested a building check on Hartwell Avenue. The caller’s client appeared to be in the building and had sent photos from inside. From 9 to 9:30 p.m., he received approximately 25 photos from this individual. The caller described him as “delusional and self-centered,” but not dangerous. The responding officers requested the fire department’s assistance with a Knox Box entry into the building. Officers checked the building, but there were no signs of recent activity. All exterior doors were secured, and all was in order.
Sunday, September 7, at 8:55 p.m., a report came in from BAE Systems on Forbes Road of an individual “doing Donuts in the main parking lot” in front of the building. The responding officer reported that the security guard stated the vehicle had left the area.
Disturbance and Noise Complaints
Thursday, September 4, at 12:15 a.m., a caller reported seeing a vehicle in the middle of the road and individuals running around it and yelling. The responding officer reported the yelling was due to a spider in the car that they were trying to remove.
Friday, September 5, at 9:40 p.m., a caller reported hearing sounds of a loud party at Willard’s Woods and North Street. Responding officers located a large group of young people who ran off when the officers approached. After clearing the scene, an officer located a “heavily intoxicated juvenile” and requested medics respond for an evaluation. Lexington Fire Dept. transported the individual to Lahey.
Friday, September 5, at 11:10 p.m., a North St. resident reported hearing yelling coming from a group of youths going into Willard’s Woods. Responding officers stated it sounded as though the noise came from Suzanne Road. An officer was able to speak with an individual who stated it was a small group gathering of foreign exchange students from Spain. Officers advised them to keep the noise level down, and all was in order at this time.
Saturday, September 6, at 12:55 a.m., a second noise complaint regarding a party on McClelland Road came in. Responding officers had previously asked them to keep the noise level down. Officers spoke with the individual again and advised that, although they had moved inside, the music was still too loud for their neighborhood. Officers explained that if they received another noise complaint, they would issue a citation.
Town Bylaws
Leaf Blower Infractions (455) – During this past week, three 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
Tuesday, September 2, at 3 p.m., the Animal Control Officer attempted to speak with a Blossomcrest resident regarding a loose dog complaint. The officer was unable to communicate with the resident due to a language barrier. The ACO will follow up with an interpreter at a later time.
Wednesday, September 3, at 6:15 p.m., a caller reported a dog running loose in the road near North St. and Adams Street. The responding officer didn’t locate the dog.
Friday, September 5, at 7:40 p.m., a caller reported two small dogs running loose and barking on Sylvia Street. The responding officer was able to locate and restrain one, but was unable to locate the other. No calls reported on the other dog.
Saturday, September 6, at 9 a.m., a caller reported juveniles throwing rocks at turkeys on McGuire Road at Revolution Hall. The responding officer checked the area and reported a large flock of turkeys, but no juveniles.
Saturday, September 6, at 11:45 a.m., a mail carrier operating near Tyler Road reported a dog had jumped into his van. He attempted to return the lost dog, but no one answered the door. The responding officer brought the dog to the kennel and left a voicemail for the dog owner. When the owner contacted dispatch, he agreed to meet an officer at the Westview St. Kennel at 7 p.m. They met at the kennel where the owner retrieved his dog.
Police Officer Community Engagement and Visibility at Schools
Tuesday, September 2, at 8:45 a.m., Officer O’Brien arrived at Estabrook Elementary School entrance for engagement and visibility.
Wednesday, September 3, at 8:40 a.m., Officer Adley arrived at Hastings Elementary School entrance.
Wednesday, September 3, at 8:45 a.m., Officer Scearbo arrived at Bowman Elementary School entrance.
Wednesday, September 3, at 8:45 a.m., Officer O’Brien arrived at Harrington Elementary School entrance.
Wednesday, September 3, at 8:50 a.m., Officer Fiore arrived at Estabrook Elementary School entrance.
Thursday, September 4, at 8:40 a.m., Officer Hsu arrived at Bowman Elementary School entrance.
Thursday, September 4, at 8:50 a.m., Officer Secatore arrived at Harrington Elementary School entrance.
Thursday, September 4, at 9 a.m., Officer Ham arrived at Fiske Elementary School entrance.
Friday, September 5, at 8:55 a.m., Officer Hamm remained present at Estabrook Elementary School until all children had arrived.
Friday, September 5, at 8:25 a.m., Officer Milojkovich escorted the Hastings Elementary School bike train.
Friday, September 5, at 8:25 a.m., Detective Chaisson assisted with the Hastings Elementary School bike train from Forest Street to Hastings School.
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.
Is the plan for police to just provide notices of leaf blower infractions this year and issue citations starting next year? Just wondering as there have cumulatively been a lot of infractions this year.