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Daily Log 6.25.2023

Cambridge Police Daily Log: June 23-25th, 2023

Type #
Date & Time

Info

06/25/202303:55
INCIDENT23005635
ASSAULT & BATTERY (A&B), AGGRAVATED C265 S13A/D

CAMBRIDGE ST
Cambridge Police responded to the hospital emergency room to take the report of a victim of a past assault that occurred in Central Square involving two unidentified suspects. The reported victim sustained injuries to their head and face.

06/25/202306:28
INCIDENT23005637
MOTOR VEH, LARCENY OF C266 S28

CAMBRIDGEPARK DR
Cambridge Police responded to Cambridgepark Drive for a report of a recovered stolen motor vehicle.

06/25/202309:17
INCIDENT23005639
UNLICENSED OPERATION OF MV C90 S10

HAMPSHIRE ST
Cambridge Police responded to a motor vehicle crash on Prospect Street at Hampshire Street. There were no reports of injuries. One of the operators was cited for Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle.

06/25/202310:40
INCIDENT23005641
UNLICENSED OPERATION OF MV C90 S10

MASSACHUSETTS AVE
A Lowell resident was summonsed at Massachusetts Ave and Sidney Street for Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle and Failure to Stop at a Red Light.

06/25/202312:58
INCIDENT23005644
SHOPLIFTING BY CONCEALING MDSE C266 S30A

MASSACHUSETTS AVE
Cambridge Police responded to a Mass Ave business for a shoplifting report.

06/25/202314:23
INCIDENT23005645
TRAFFIC INVESTIGATIONS

BAY ST
Cambridge Police were dispatched to the intersection of Mass Ave and Bay Street for the report of a cyclist struck by a motor vehicle. The motorist reported they were taking a right turn onto Bay Street when their motor vehicle was struck by a cyclist traveling in the bike lane. The cyclist was rendered medical aid for minor injuries on scene but refused any further treatment and was not transported to the hospital. No citations were issued.

06/25/202316:08
INCIDENT23005647
SHOPLIFTING BY ASPORTATION C266 S30A

SOMERVILLE AVE
Officers responded to Porter Square business for a report of a shopfitting. The shoplifter was identified, and the merchandise was returned. The business did not wish to pursue criminal charges.

06/25/202317:39
INCIDENT23005650
THREAT TO COMMIT CRIME C275 S2

NORMANDY AVE
A Normandy Ave resident reported an ongoing dispute involving their neighbor. The situation has escalated to the point that the neighbor made verbal threats. A report was taken.

06/25/202318:38
INCIDENT23005651
MISC. REPORT TYPE

BROOKLINE ST
A Cambridge resident turned in found property to the Cambridge Police station.

06/25/202318:59
INCIDENT23005653
LARCENY OVER $1200 C266 S30

BERKSHIRE ST
A Berkshire resident reported that his Blue Bike rental was stolen from Berkshire Street.

06/25/202319:26
INCIDENT23005654
TRAFFIC INVESTIGATIONS

MASSACHUSETTS AVE
Cambridge Police responded to Massachusetts Ave. for a report of a two-car motor vehicle crash. Several occupants reported injuries, and one was transported to a local hospital. A crash report and incident report were taken. No citations were issued.

06/25/202321:30
INCIDENT23005656
ASSAULT W/DANGEROUS WEAPON C265 S15B

MASSACHUSETTS AVE
Cambridge Police were on patrol in Central Square and were notified by serval bystanders about a person with a knife. James L. Brooks, 45, of 402 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, was arrested for Assault with a Dangerous Weapon, and Assault and Battery.

06/25/202321:48
INCIDENT23005659
LARCENY UNDER $1200 C266 S30(1)

SOMERVILLE AVE
Cambridge Police responded to the 800 Block of Somerville Ave for a reported larceny of a Scooter. A report was taken.

06/25/202322:20
INCIDENT23005657

MT AUBURN ST
Officers were dispatched to a person digging up the sidewalk on Mt Auburn St. Upon arrival Officers observed property damage in two locations. No known witnesses or suspects could be located.

06/25/202322:25
INCIDENT23005658
LICENSE SUSPENDED/REVOKED, OP MV WITH C90 S23

RIVER ST
Cambridge Police conducted a Motor Vehicle stop on River Street. As a result, an Everett resident was issued a summons for No Inspection sticker and Operation after Suspended License.

06/25/202323:52
INCIDENT23005660

CAMBRIDGE ST
Beniyam Abiye, 36, of 510 Winsdor Street in Cambridge, was placed under arrest for Operating Under the Influence, Negligent Operation of a Motor Vehicle, Operating a Motor Vehicle after Registration Revoked, Uninsured Motor Vehicle, Marked Lanes Violation, and Harsh and Unnecessary Noise.

06/24/202300:02
INCIDENT23005602
B&E MV / BOAT NIGHTTIME FOR FELONY C266 S16

COGSWELL AVE
Cambridge Police responded to the area of Cogswell Ave for a 911 hang-up. On location it was discovered a person had their motor vehicle broken into. A report was taken to document the incident.

06/24/202308:31
INCIDENT23005608
LARCENY UNDER $1200 C266 S30(1)

SHERMAN ST
A resident of Boston reported a larceny of a backpack.

06/24/202308:38
INCIDENT23005611
LARCENY UNDER $1200 C266 S30(1)

KIRKLAND ST
Cambridge Police responded to Kirkland Street for the report of found property in their backyard, an empty box containing a packing slip and a cell phone. The reporting person indicated that an unknown suspect opened the package in their backyard, removed the contents, dropped the package, and then exited the property. The officer later located the suspect fitting the description in the vicinity of the found property. The suspect was identified and was found in possession of all the items itemized on the packing slip contained in the empty box. The items were seized and placed into Property and Evidence.

06/24/202308:52
INCIDENT23005610
IDENTITY FRAUD

ELLERY ST
A Cambridge resident contacted Teleserve to report an incident of fraud.

06/24/202310:16
INCIDENT23005612
LARCENY UNDER $1200 C266 S30(1)

INMAN ST
A Cambridge resident contacted Teleserve to report a larceny from their residential storage unit.

06/24/202310:40
INCIDENT23005614
LEAVE SCENE OF PROPERTY DAMAGE C90 S24

MASSACHUSETTS AVE
A Cambridge resident contacted Teleserve to report a hit and run to their parked vehicle.

06/24/202310:57
INCIDENT23005615
ASSAULT W/DANGEROUS WEAPON C265 S15B

MASSACHUSETTS AVE
A resident of Salem contacted Teleserve to report they were a victim of an assault stemming over a parking dispute. They reported that an unknown person threatened to hit them while operating a motor vehicle. When the reporting person later returned to their vehicle, both side mirrors on their vehicle had been broken off. A report was taken.

06/24/202311:46
INCIDENT23005617
LARCENY UNDER $1200 C266 S30(1)

INMAN ST
A resident of Inman Street contacted Teleserve to report a larceny of a bicycle.

06/24/202312:55
INCIDENT23005619
LARCENY UNDER $1200 C266 S30(1)

SIDNEY ST
A resident of New Hampshire contacted Teleserve to report a larceny of their front license plate.

06/24/202313:00
INCIDENT23005616
B&E DAYTIME FOR FELONY C266 S18

WINDSOR ST
A Windsor Street resident reported that an unknown person entered their apartment through an unlocked front door and attempted to steal their bag that was hanging on a nearby coat rack. The suspect was confronted and quickly left the apartment leaving the bag behind.

06/24/202313:51
INCIDENT23005621
B&E MV / BOAT NIGHTTIME FOR FELONY C266 S16

DUNSTER ST
Cambridge Police responded to Dunster Street for a report of a suspect entering parked vehicles. The suspect was identified, and a report was taken.

06/24/202314:51
INCIDENT23005623
DESTRUCTION OF PROPERTY +$1200, MALICIOUS C266 S12

MAGAZINE ST
Cambridge Police took a report for a malicious destruction in the area of Magazine Street. An unknown person threw a brick through a window. A report was taken.

06/24/202314:52
INCIDENT23005624
ASSIST OTHER AGENCY

SCIENCE PK
Cambridge Police responded to the roof of a parking garage for a report of a dog left in a vehicle with the windows up and no water. The owner returned to the vehicle prior to Police forcing entry and was advised of the danger to the animal. A report was taken for Animal Control to conduct further follow-up.

06/24/202315:18
TRAFFIC23005625
LEAVE SCENE OF PROPERTY DAMAGE C90 S24

NORFOLK
A Columbia Street resident contacted Teleserve to file a past hit and run property damage report to their vehicle.

06/24/202315:42
INCIDENT23005626
POLICE OFFICER, IMPERSONATE C268 S33

MASSACHUSETTS AVE
A Falmouth resident reported being contacted by someone claiming to be a Cambridge Police Detective. The suspect texted him to stop contacting his former employer. The name given by the suspect has no match with the Cambridge Police Department. A report was taken.

06/24/202317:47
INCIDENT23005629
LARCENY FROM BUILDING C266 S20

BROADWAY
A Broadway resident filed a past larceny report involving a known person.

06/24/202318:50
ARREST23005630
WARRANT ARREST REPORT

RINDGE AVE
Nicole Pirelli, 28, Unhoused, was placed under arrest for an outstanding warrant out of Cambridge District Court for Breaking and Entering and Assault and Battery with a Dangerous Weapon, and for a warrant out of Plymouth District Court for Drug Possession Class A.

06/24/202320:17
INCIDENT23005631
MISC. REPORT TYPE

NORMANDY AVE
Cambridge Police responded for a disturbance in the area of Normandy Avenue involving a neighbor dispute. Both parties were separated with no further incident.

06/24/202322:38
INCIDENT23005632
LARCENY OVER $1200 C266 S30

MASSACHUSETTS AVE
Cambridge Police responded to the 2400 block of Massachusetts Avenue for a report of a larceny in progress. A report was filed.

 

06/23/202304:27
INCIDENT23005561
B&E NIGHTTIME FOR FELONY C266 S16

BROADWAY
Cambridge Police responded to the 400 block of Broadway for a possible breaking and entering. A report was taken.

06/23/202308:50
INCIDENT23005562
NUMBER PLATE VIOLATION ATTACHING / OBSCURING / FAI

PUTNAM GDNS
Cambridge Police responded to a Putnam Gardens residence for a report of an unknown person that gained access to a secured area of the building and was banging on doors. The person was later located and identified and was left in the care of a family member. Additionally, the vehicle operated by this individual was towed from the scene for a plate violation.

06/23/202310:08
TRAFFIC23005563
LEAVE SCENE OF PROPERTY DAMAGE C90 S24

NORFOLK ST
A Cambridge resident reported a past hit and run crash to a motor vehicle on Norfolk Street.

06/23/202310:36
INCIDENT23005564
A&B WITH DANGEROUS WEAPON +60 C265 S15A

MT AUBURN ST
A Mount Auburn Street resident reported that an unknown person struck them with a bicycle, and they sustained minor injuries. A report was taken.

06/23/202310:37
INCIDENT23005565
LARCENY UNDER $1200 C266 S30(1)

MT AUBURN ST
A Mount Auburn Street resident reported that an unknown person took their meal delivery without permission. A report was taken.

06/23/202310:38
INCIDENT23005566
TRESPASS C266 S120

MT AUBURN ST
A Mount Auburn Street resident reported a known trespasser entered the building without permission. A report was taken.

06/23/202310:39
INCIDENT23005567
TRESPASS C266 S120

MT AUBURN ST
A Mount Auburn Street resident reported that an unknown person was trespassing. A report was taken.

06/23/202310:56
INCIDENT23005568
MISC. REPORT TYPE

CAMBRIDGE ST
Cambridge Police responded to Cambridge Street for the report of a trash dumpster that rolled into a vehicle. No injuries were reported. A report was taken.

06/23/202311:03
TRAFFIC23005569
LEAVE SCENE OF PROPERTY DAMAGE C90 S24

HOWARD ST
A report was filed for a past hit and run property damage to a motor vehicle on Howard Street near Western Ave.

06/23/202311:07
TRAFFIC23005571
LEAVE SCENE OF PROPERTY DAMAGE C90 S24

NORFOLK ST
A Cambridge resident reported damage to a parked vehicle from a hit and run overnight on Norfolk Street.

06/23/202311:18
INCIDENT23005572
LARCENY UNDER $1200 C266 S30(1)

MASSACHUSETTS AVE
A person called Teleserve to report a larceny report of a stretcher/gurney on Mass Avenue.

06/23/202311:51
INCIDENT23005577
B&E NIGHTTIME FOR FELONY C266 S16

COLUMBIA ST
A property owner called Teleserve to report a past breaking and entering on Columbia Street.

06/23/202311:52
INCIDENT23005579
MISC. REPORT TYPE

HOWARD ST
Cambridge Police responded to a Howard Street address for gas leak emergency. Eversource Gas responded to the scene.

06/23/202312:42
INCIDENT23005575
LARCENY UNDER $1200 C266 S30(1)

MORGAN AVE
A Cambridge resident reported that their cellphone was stolen from a business in North Point.

06/23/202313:16
INCIDENT23005578
SHOPLIFTING BY CONCEALING MDSE C266 S30A

MASSACHUSETTS AVE
Cambridge Police responded to Central Square for a shoplifting.

06/23/202314:09
INCIDENT23005581
LARCENY UNDER $1200 C266 S30(1)

ALEWIFE BROOK PKWY
A Cambridge resident approached an officer to report a stolen bicycle.

06/23/202314:31
INCIDENT23005583
IDENTITY FRAUD

WATER ST
A resident of Water Street filed a report for suspected identity theft.

06/23/202314:50
INCIDENT23005584
SHOPLIFTING $250+ BY ASPORTATION C266 S30A

MAIN ST
An associate of a Main Street business filed a past shoplifting report.

06/23/202315:15
INCIDENT23005585
LARCENY OVER $1200 C266 S30

BROADWAY
An Everett resident filed a past larceny report after his electric bike was stolen from a Broadway address.

06/23/202315:58
INCIDENT23005589
ASSAULT W/DANGEROUS WEAPON C265 S15B

CHURCH ST
A Cambridge resident filed a report of a past verbal threat from a known person.

06/23/202317:58
INCIDENT23005588
TRAFFIC INVESTIGATIONS

COOLIDGE HILL RD
Cambridge Police responded to a motor vehicle crash involving three vehicles. One of the involved operators sustained injuries and was evaluated on scene and transported to the hospital for further treatment. No citations were issued.

06/23/202319:16
INCIDENT23005593
LARCENY UNDER $1200 C266 S30(1)

SIDNEY ST
A Sidney St resident filed a past larceny report of a package.

06/23/202320:10
INCIDENT23005594
LARCENY OVER $1200 C266 S30

MAIN ST
A Main St resident filed a past larceny report with Cambridge Police after his bike was stolen from a Main St address while out of town.

06/23/202321:00
INCIDENT23005598
TELEPHONE CALLS, ANNOYING C269 S14A

GREENOUGH AVE
A Greenough Street resident filed a threats report involving an unknown person.

06/23/202321:29
INCIDENT23005599
DESTRUCTION OF PROPERTY -$1200, MALICIOUS C266 S12

COTTAGE ST
Cambridge Police responded to a report of a disturbance after a motor vehicle accident, one party allegedly struck the side mirror of a passing vehicle. No injuries were reported, and a crash report was taken. No citations were issued.

06/23/202321:46
INCIDENT23005600
DESTRUCTION OF PROPERTY +$1200, MALICIOUS C266 S12

BROADWAY
Cambridge Police responded to a business on Broadway for the report of an unwanted person. A report was taken.


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