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Strawberry Hill Crime Log
Larceny
8.14.08, 5:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Holworthy St.
A victim reported that an unknown person(s) removed an aluminum screen door and four 10ft length aluminum gutters from his back yard.
Two Suspects Accosting Haggerty School Students
Cushing St.
A Witness reports that a white male suspect, who usually wears a big straw hat and lives a couple houses down from the Haggerty School, has been accosting the students, asking them where they live, what their phone numbers are, and if they want to come pet his dog. The suspect apparently does this at least three times per week.
Additionally, the there is a second suspect, a tall black male, that wears a white turban with a cap over it, white T-shirt, jeans, and brown oversized shoes, that always sits on the wall by the school and stares at the children.
If you notice suspicious activity relating to the above, call the police immediately.
Recent Housebreaks – 6.4.08
In the past week there have been three housebreaks in the Strawberry Hill area, the first of 2008. The first break, on Blanchard Rd, took place between 5.27.08 and 5.30.08. The suspects broke a window, reached in to unlock the main lock, and then pried the deadbolt open. The residence was ransacked, but nothing was reported missing.
The second break, on Grove St., took place on 6.2.08. Entry was gained through an UNLOCKED DOOR in the garage and valuable camera equipment was taken.
The third break occurred on Aberdeen Way. At 1:23am on 6.4.08., the victim called police reporting that a white male suspect was attempting to gain entrance to her residence by climbing through the rear ground floor window. When the victim screamed, the suspect apologized and fled.
The police department has a list of suspects who may be involved in these breaks.
Remember to keep all doors/entryways to your home locked at all times.
Car and Foot Chase Leads to Arrest
4.16.08, 2:27 pm
Lawn St
Click here to read story.
GPS Theft from Motor Vehicle
2.12.08
Huron Ave.
The victim states that between 6 Pm on 02/11/2008 and 4 AM on 02/12/2008 some unknowns smashed her passenger door window to her Jeep to gain entrance. Once inside, they took a GPS system.
Prostitution Arrest
1.11.08, 1:58 pm
Norumbega St.
Officers executed a search warrant at a residence where a woman had been placing ads on Craig’s List soliciting prostitution. Officers found sexual paraphernalia, US currency, and drug paraphernalia. Suspect was arrested for Keeping a House of Prostitution and Sexual Conduct for a Fee.
Housebreak
11/30/07 7:30 am – 11:00 pm
Ericsson St
When the victim returned home, her living room window was open at the top and she found a dirty footprint on the rug, however she did not think much of it until she noticed some jewelry missing.
Forgery/Identity Theft
11/18
Victim reports that on 10/31 and 11/06 an unknown person(s) used her university credit card information to obtain Delta Plane Tickets and to make a T-Mobile phone payment. The suspects obtained her credit card information by unknown means.
Protecting Yourself: Credit/Identity theft is becoming a major concern. Please scroll to the bottom of this crime log to read about how to protect yourself from identity theft.
Crime Prevention Tips
This section contains tips on how to help protect yourself against the crimes listed in the log above.
Street Robberies
You are always at a higher risk for being robbed late at night and on dark streets. Try to avoid these areas. Avoid public parks and areas with excessive trees and bushes. Avoid deserted areas and shortcuts. Walk close to the curb, except where cars pull in. Always walk briskly and confidently. Be aware of who is around you and what is going on. Have your keys ready so you can unlock your car door, or the door to your home. If you ever feel threatened, draw attention to yourself by making plenty of noise.
If robbed, always treat any firearm displayed by a robber as being loaded. Follow the robber’s instructions. It is not worth being seriously hurt by resisting.
Study the robber as closely as possible. Take note of their race, age, height, sex, clothing, speech characteristics and scars. It may help to see if the robber resembles anyone famous that has similar features. Try to note which direction they flee after the robbery. Call 911 as soon as possible and relay this information.
When speaking to the Emergency Communication Center, give the exact address of where the robbery occurred. Describe exactly what happened as clearly as possible. Describe the robbers and let the dispatcher know if the person is still in view, how long ago they left and if any weapons were shown. Also state whether medical attention is needed.
Home Safety
Landscaping
Shrubbery should be 18 to 24 inches away from all exits or entrances. Shrubbery should be no higher than 18 inches. Make sure all possible entrances and exit points and windows are visible, not concealed by shrubbery.
Areas That Should be Well-Lit
- Doorways
- Garage Doors
- Bay Doors
- All other entrance of exits
- Windows for visibility and to detect breakage
- Alcoves or hidden areas
- Basement entries
Types of Lighting
Motion-Sensored Lighting/Automatic floodlights that use infrared sensors to detect any type of motion.
Drug Tip Hotline - Report Drug Activity in Your Neighborhood
You do not have to tolerate drug dealers and drug users in your neighborhood. You can be a parto f the sol.ution by offering information on suspected activity by contacting the 24-Hour Anonymous Drug Tip Hot Line:
617-349-3359
The 24-hour anonymous drug Tip Hot Line is a mechanism for citizens to provide the Special Investigations Unit with information relating to illicit drug use and distribution, as well as vice issues such as prostitution and gambling.
When a citizen calls the above number, he or she will generally hear a taped message asking the caller to speak as long as you like. Explain the activity in as much detail as possible, including the following information:
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Location of the Incident: Street address of building or house, names of nearest intersecting streets, landmarks near or at the scene.
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Description of Persons Involved: Height, sex, age, weight, clothing, hair color, eye color, skin color and any distinguishing marks.
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Description of vehicles involved: Make, model, color and license plate.
You do not have to provide your name, address, or telephone number.
Should you witness a drug crime that requires immediate police response, DIAL 9-1-1 and police will be dispatched to the area.
Click here to read about how to protect yourself from credit card fraud and identity theft.
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