Police log for January 17–26, 2024

January 17

South Great Road (1:05 p.m.) — An officer observed the railroad gates were stuck in the down position at the Rte. 117 crossing. The gates were also stuck down on Lincoln Road. The DPW was called to assist with temporary detours. Keolis was notified and arrived approximately 45 minutes later.

Bedford Lane (3:05 p.m.) — A caller reported seeing an individual approach a residence and then make contact with the homeowner. Police responded and checked the area for the vehicle.

January 18

Lincoln Road (12:24 p.m.) — An officer was dispatched to the commuter lot for a parking complaint.

South Great Road (12:31 p.m.) — Weston Police reported that a motor vehicle involved in a hit-and-run crash in Waltham was possibly travelling on Route 117. Officers checked the area and were unable to locate the vehicle.

January 19

Nothing of note.

January 20

Lincoln Gas and Auto (8:09 a.m.) — A business owner reported a sign had been struck by a passing vehicle. Officers responded to the business and spoke with the owner.

Tabor Hill Road (9:57 p.m.) — A caller spoke to an officer regarding a suspicious motor vehicle parked on their property.

Lincoln Road (11:37 a.m.) — An officer spoke to the operators of two vehicles who had parked their vehicles in front of the Fire Department bay doors.

Tower Road (11:48 a.m.) — A caller reported their vehicle had been stolen from a residence on Tower Road. While officers were speaking with the reporting party, the stolen vehicle crashed a short distance away. Two possible suspects have been identified. The investigation is ongoing.

Tower Road (12:47 p.m.) — During the Tower Road incident shortly before, another area resident reported someone may have broken into their home. It was determined that the two incidents were related and this one is also under investigation.

January 21

Meadowbrook Road (9:40 a.m.) — A resident reported an issue with their water meter. Water Department personnel was notified.

Wells Road (9:56 p.m.) — A caller reported an odor of natural gas in the area. The fire Department checked the area and no zero readings of natural gas on their meters.

January 22

Wells Road (3:15 p.m.) — A resident reported being the possible victim of an internet fraud.

Lincoln Road (5:25 p.m.) — A motorist came into the station to report a possible malfunction with the railroad crossing gates on Lincoln Road. An officer responded to the area and monitored the gates. They appeared to be functioning properly.

Trapelo Road (8:27 p.m.) — A resident reported having low water pressure inside their home. The Fire Department responded and determined there was a malfunction with an app-based monitor.

January 23

Lincoln Road (8:11 a.m.) — A two-vehicle crash was reported at the intersection of Lincoln Road and Codman Road. A vehicle that failed to yield to Lincoln Road traffic entered the intersection and struck a vehicle on Lincoln Road. There were no injuries reported.

Page Road (2:06 p.m.) — A caller reported their dog was missing. Animal Control was notified.

January 24

South Great Road (5:40 a.m.) — Police and fire personnel responded to South Great Road by Drumlin Farm for a one-vehicle crash. The vehicle had lost traction in the curve of the road and crashed off the side of the roadway. There were no reported injuries.

Tower Road (7:38 a.m.) — An officer responded to a residence for a civil matter.

Ent Road, Hanscom AFB (6:56 p.m.) — A caller asked to speak with an officer regarding a civil matter.

Tack Room, Lincoln Road (7:22 p.m.) — A manager spoke to an officer regarding a prior incident.

January 25

Moccasin Hill (7:27 a.m.) — A caller reported that a downed electrical wire was on fire. The Fire Department and Eversource were notified.

Minuteman Technical High School (9:03 a.m.) — School staff spoke to an officer regarding an incident.

Old Sudbury Road (1:52 p.m.) — An officer spoke to a motorist who reported a dispute with a pedestrian.

January 26

Deerhaven Road (8:06 a.m.) — A caller reported a red flashing light on the exterior of his neighbor’s residence. The property owner arrived shortly after the officers and stated everything was fine.

Cambridge Turnpike westbound (3:02 p.m.) — Police and fire units responded t a two-vehicle crash. The Massachusetts State Police booked the crash. There were no reported injuries.

The Commons (5:17 p.m.) — An officer spoke to a resident who reportedly was the victim of an online fraud.

Sandy Pond Road (9:48 p.m.) — A caller reported seeing an individual with a flashlight at the end of their driveway. Officers responded and checked the area but were unable to locate the source of the light.