Crime News
Scam Alert! 7/19/23
DOOR-TO-DOOR SALES SCAM ALERT: Please be advised that SPD received a report of a door-to-door magazine subscription scam that occurred in the area of Prichard Ave and Kidder Ave. Residents are advised to be wary of all unsolicited offers and to research the company / service before providing any form of payment. Residents are also advised not to share any personal or financial information nor let unknown salespersons into their homes. Note that door-to-door solicitors are required by city ordinance to register with the Somerville Police Department’s Records Division and should have documentation of such. You may confirm a solicitor’s registration by calling the SPD Records Division at 617-625-1600 x 7244.
Crime Log July 11 to July 17, 2023
Assault
23038730: On 7/11/23 at approximately 11:02 AM, Somerville Police responded to Broadway & Pennsylvania Ave for a dispute. Upon arrival, officers spoke with the victim who stated he got into an argument with a male party. During the argument, the male party brandished a knife and began threatening the victim.
Crime Log June 27 to July 10, 2023
Residential Breaking & Entering
23036868: On 7/1/23 at approximately 10:18 PM, Somerville Police responded to a residence on Hinckley St for report of a breaking and entering. Upon arrival, officers observed the front door slightly ajar and deemed the house safe and empty. Shortly after, the residents arrived home and searched through their belongings. They reported that multiple pieces of jewelry were stolen.
Crime Log June 20 to June 26, 2023
Residential Breaking & Entering
23034950: On 6/22/23 at approximately 8:24 PM, Somerville Police responded to a residence on Calvin St for report of a past breaking and entering. Upon arrival, officers spoke with the victim who stated she observed a male party near the door of her bedroom. The suspect then fled out the rear door of the residence. Nothing was reported stolen.
Crime Log June 13 to June 19, 2023
Residential Breaking & Entering
23033648: On 6/16/23 at approximately 10:07 AM, Somerville Police responded to a residence on Ashland St for report of a breaking and entering. Upon arrival, officers spoke with the victim who stated he saw a male party in his bedroom take cash from his nightstand then flee toward Sartwell Ave.
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