police

April 16

Tower Road (7:55am) — A two-vehicle crash occurred near the intersection of Tower Road and South Great Road. There were no injuries reported. One of the operators was cited for failing to yield at an intersection.

Weston Road (3:04pm) — An officer stood by at a small peaceful rally by the Pierce House.

April 17

South Great Road (2:26pm) — A motorist reported the railroad gates at the Rt. 117 crossing were malfunctioning. An officer responded to monitor the area. Keolis was notified.

North Great Road (1:55pm) — Several items were discovered on the side of the roadway by a Department of Transportation employee. An officer is investigating the incident.

I-95 southbound, Lexington (4:58pm) — The Lincoln Fire Department responded to the town of Lexington for a mutual aid response.

South Great Road (6:19pm) — Officers responded to the Rt. 117 railroad crossing for the report of malfunctioning gates. Officers monitored the area. Keolis was notified.

Greenridge Lane (8:06pm) — A person asked to speak with an officer regarding a civil matter.

April 18

Sandy Pond Road (5:16pm) — Several youths were advised that fishing is prohibited at the Cambridge Reservoir.

Bypass Road (5:34pm) — A person asked to speak with an officer regarding a possible fraud incident.

Minuteman National Historic Park (Visitor Center and Paul Revere lots) — Officers checked on occupied and unoccupied vehicles that were parked in the evening hours in preparation for the festivities the following day.

April 19

See “Lincoln marks 250th anniversary of “shot heard ’round the world” (Lincoln Squirrel, April 22, 2025) for a summary of police activities relating to Patriots Day weekend activities.

South Great Road (4:46pm) — A two-vehicle crash occurred close to Sweet Bay Lane. There were no injuries reported. Both vehicles were towed from the scene and one of the drivers was cited for a marked lanes violation.

April 20

South Great Road (1:54pm) — A one-vehicle crash was reported. The operator was not injured and the vehicle was towed from the scene.

April 21

Brooks Road (12:56am) — Temporary “No Parking” signs were removed from the north of town related to the Patriots’ Day weekend events.

Wells Road (8:27am) — An officer helped a resident get back to their home.

Wells Road (2:39pm) — An officer spoke to a resident regarding a civil matter.

April 22

Lexington Road (10:37am) — A caller reported a dog walking loose in the area of Lexington and Trapelo Roads.

Concord Road (1:32pm) — Wayland Police reported a vehicle had struck another and continued north on Rte. 126. Officers checked the area but were unable to locate the vehicle.

April 23

Branch St., Methuen (7:05am) — Members of the Lincoln Fire Department Dive Team were involved in an ongoing search in Methuen for a boy who fell into the Merrimack River on April 19.

Lincoln Road (11:43am) — An officer assisted drivers involved in a minor two-vehicle crash with exchanging papers.

Ballfield Road (1:08pm) — An officer spoke to two motorists regarding a traffic complaint.

Tower Road (7:28pm) — An officer spoke to a person who had been soliciting without a permit and advised them of the proper credentialing process.

April 24

Weston Road (11:15am) — An officer spoke to a resident regarding possible credit card fraud.

April 25

Trapelo Road (8:46am) — A person came to the police station to retrieve their dog that had been walking in the area without a leash.

Greenridge Lane (5:09pm — An officer spoke to an individual regarding an ongoing civil matter.

Sandy Pond Road (6:11pm) — Several people were advised fishing is prohibited at Flint’s Pond.

April 5

Huckleberry Hill (11:13am) — A resident reported that their parked vehicle had been struck by a vehicle that left the scene. The incident is under investigation.

April 6

Cambridge Turnpike westbound (1:49am) — While on a traffic stop, a marked Lincoln police cruiser was struck by another vehicle. Damage was minimal and there were no injuries.

April 7

Care Dimensions, Winter Street (4:47pm) — An officer provided assistance to a resident of the hospice house.

Winter Street (8:03pm) — Officers checked several locations for the report of a man attempting to flag down passing vehicles. The person was not located.

Silver Hill Road (10:10pm) — A resident drove off a shared driveway and struck a tree. The operator, who was not injured, arranged for a private tow.

April 8

North Great Road (7:54am) — Police were dispatched for a minor motor vehicle crash but both vehicles were gone by the time the officers arrived.

The Commons of Lincoln (11:41pm) — An officer assisted a resident with a residential lockout.

April 9

Codman Community Farms (9:49am) — An officer responded to follow up on a report of a woman in a vehicle in distress. An outside agency made contact with her.

Offutt Road, Hanscom AFB (3:10pm) — A resident requested assistance with a delivered item that was removed from their property.

Bedford Road (4:07pm) — An officer stood by during a disagreement between a resident and contractor.

Mary’s Way (6:17pm) — A person called with a past complaint about drivers in the area. The caller was advised to call 911 if the behavior continues.

Page Farm Road (9:54pm) — An officer assisted a resident.

April 10

Cambridge Turnpike westbound (7:40am) — An officer provided a courtesy transport for a resident.

North Great Road (7:55pm) — Police and fire personnel responded to a minor two-vehicle crash with no injuries.

Wells Road (8:45am) — An officer spoke with two people regarding a dispute that occurred on Ballfield Road.

Hanscom Drive (3:23pm) — Hanscom Security Forces requested assistance with a person in their custody who had an active arrest warrant. A Lincoln officer arrived and took custody of Henilson Andrade, 24, of Taunton. He was booked and transported to the Middlesex County House of Correction.

April 11

Old County Road (8:15am) — The Cambridge Water Department reported the discovery of several items that were illegally dumped on their property.

Wells Road (3:59pm) — An attempt to serve court paperwork was unsuccessful.

Lincoln Road (5:21pm) — A caller inquired about the steps involved in a court-related procedure.

Page Farm Road (7:33pm) — An officer assisted the Fire Department with a residential lockout.

April 12

North Great Road (6:53am) — Two separate motor vehicle crashes in close proximity were reported. There were no injuries and one of the vehicles was towed from the scene.

Kelly Lane, Hanscom AFB (3:00pm) — An officer assisted Hanscom Security Forces with a mutual aid request.

South Great Road (8:53pm) — Officers investigated the report of yelling behind a residence. The sounds were coming from children playing in the area.

Old Sudbury Road (10:26pm) — A caller reported three vehicles parked on the side of the road by Ponyhenge. The vehicles were parked off the road and posed no hazard to traffic.

Old County Road (10:44pm) — A vehicle struck several sections of a guardrail. The operator was not injured and the vehicle was towed from the scene.

April 13

Nothing of note.

April 14

Nothing of note.

April 15

Indian Camp Lane (11:33am) — A delivery driver was mistaken for a disabled motor vehicle.

Old County Road (3:08pm) — Several bags of construction material were discovered.

March 26

I-95 North rest stop, Lexington (9:49pm) — An officer assisted an outside agency with a well-being check.

March 27

Bemis Hall (2:13pm) — Officers helped a person at Bemis Hall.

March 28

Codman Community Farms (7:57pm) — An officer located several head of cattle roaming free on Codman Road. With the assistance of Codman Farm employees, the bovines were returned to the safety of the farm.

Trapelo Road (8:26am) — An officer assisted in reuniting a dog with its owner.

Robbins Road, Hanscom AFB (3:14pm) — An officer responded for an individual with an active arrest warrant. Timothy Edwards, 54, of Randolph was taken into custody. He was subsequently bailed and order to appear at Boston Municipal Court.

Tower Road (6:18pm) — An officer performed a well-being check.

March 29

Cambridge Turnpike westbound (11:28am) — A motorist reported seeing smoke in the area. The Fire Department checked and confirmed that a person had been burning without a permit. They were able to obtain a permit and continue burning.

DeCordova Museum (12:09pm) — A caller reported an odor of gas in the area. National Grid was notified.

Trapelo Road (2:00pm) — Several youths were advised that fishing was prohibited at the Cambridge Reservoir.

St. Joseph Church (4:48pm) — An officer spoke with someone who appeared to be camping on private property.

March 30

Lincoln Library (4L20pm) — Officers checked the area after a report of a golden retriever walking in the roadway unattended. The officers were unable to locate the dog.

March 31

Old County Road (7:57pm) — A caller reported a dead fox in their driveway. Animal Control was notified.

North Great Road (12:05pm) — A motorist reported a strong odor of gas in the area. An officer checked but was unable to detect any odor. Out of an abundance of caution, National Grid was notified.

Cambridge Turnpike westbound (4:11pm) — An officer assisted Massachusetts State Police with a motor vehicle crash.

Bedford Road (4:43pm) — An officer checked on a motorist pulled to the side of the road. The operator had stopped to enter GPS coordinates.

Silver Hill Road (5:29pm) — An officer checked on a motorist pulled to the side of the road. The driver had pulled over to briefly rest.

April 1

Lincoln School (6:02pm) — Officers responded to the school complex for the report of a possible rabid raccoon. The area was checked but the raccoon was nowhere to be found.

April 2

Wells Road (10P:25am) — An officer spoke with a person regarding an ongoing matter.

Woods End Road (2:22pm) — An officer spoke to a motorist about a driving complaint.

Ridge Road (2:34pm) — An officer performed a well-being check on an individual. Contact was made and the person was fine.

April 3

Bedford Road (12:10pm) — A person spoke with an officer regarding suspicious activity.

Old Bedford Road (5:35pm) — An officer assisted a resident with an issue regarding their neighbor.

Wells Road (5:42pm) — An officer assisted a person with an ongoing incident.

April 4

Lincoln Road (12:40pm) — A motorist reported striking a duck. The DPW was notified.

North Great Road (1:34pm) — An officer checked on a parked/unoccupied vehicle.

Greenridge Lane (3:54pm) — A caller asked to speak with an officer regarding an ongoing incident.

The police log for March 13-25 published on March 27 was missing a link to an earlier story about two arrests made after gunshots were heard on the night of March 15. The post has been updated.

March 13

Harvest Circle (8:32am) — A caller spoke with an officer regarding a potential internal incident.

Trapelo Road (March 13, 8:48am) — Officer Seth Gordon had a partner this morning after police received a report that the dog was running in traffic. Officer Gordon finished his shift solo after his partner was reunited with its owner, a contractor from Maynard who was working in town when his dog got away from him.

Horseshoe Lane (6:54pm) — A caller reported a large amount of smoke in the area. Officers checked and confirmed that the smoke was emanating from a nearby chimney.

March 14

Baker Farm Road (2:10pm) — A caller reported a solicitor in the area without proper credentials. An officer located the person and advised them of the bylaw requirements.

Lincoln School (6:59pm) — Individuals came to the station to report possibly being followed. An officer met with the individuals.

Concord Road (9:16pm and March 15 at 10:49am) — Attempts to serve court paperwork were unsuccessful as the person no longer lives in Lincoln.

Concord Road (11:53pm) — A caller reported striking a raccoon on Concord Road. An officer arrived and confirmed the animal had been struck in the town of Wayland. The Wayland DPW was notified.

March 15

Tower Road (3:28pm) — An officer performed a well-being check on a resident.

South Great Road (11:10pm) — The sound of gunshots was reported. A police investigation resulted in two arrests. See this Lincoln Squirrel story for details.

March 16

DeCordova Museum (10:49am) — An odor of natural gas was detected in the area. National Grid was notified.

Tower Road (6:57pm) — A caller reported that an outside structure was unsecured. An officer checked the area; the open door appeared to be a result of the strong wind.

March 17

Hanscom Drive (10:30am) — Officers assisted members of the Hanscom Air Force Base Security Forces.

Cambridge Turnpike westbound (4:51pm) — Officers assisted Massachusetts State Police with a two-vehicle crash.

Bypass Road (7:19pm) — A dead deer was removed from the side of the road.

March 18

Kelly Lane, Hanscom AFB (5:24pm) — An officer assisted with employment fingerprints.

March 19

Wells Road (9:45am) — A rabid raccoon had to be put down by the wastewater treatment facility.

Lincoln Road (12:52pm) — A caller reported seeing a coyote near their property.

Lincoln Road (3:23pm) — An officer conducted a follow-up investigation to a previous incident.

Wells Road (9:47pm) — A caller reported a dispute with a neighbor. Officers responded and spoke with the involved parties.

March 20

South Great Road (1:12am) — An officer conducted a motor vehicle stop for a marked lanes violation. The operator, Frank Kovalcek, was arrested for operating under the influence of liquor, marked lanes, and license not in possession. He was subsequently bailed and ordered to appear at Concord District Court.

Deerhaven Road (8:38pm) — Officers assisted a person with a well being check on a family member.

March 21

Cambridge Turnpike eastbound (4:53am) — The Lincoln Police and Fire Departments assisted Massachusetts State Police with a motor vehicle crash.

Bedford Road (12:41pm) — A caller reported seeing someone in the area of the Birches School. Officers checked the area. The individual may have been attending an event in the area.

Bedford Road (5:33pm) — An officer had an encounter with an individual who was waiting for a ride from a family member.

Stratford Way (8:09pm) — Officers checked a residence after an individual was observed approaching the front door. The area was checked but the person was not located.

March 22

Trapelo Road (1:16pm) — A large groups of youths were advised fishing was not allowed at the Cambridge Reservoir.

Reiling Pond Road (2:31pm) — A caller reported a coyote sighting. The Animal Control Officer was notified.

March 23

Nothing of note.

March 24

Nothing of note.

March 25

Sandy Pond Road (3:30pm) — A caller asked to speak with an officer regarding an incident.

In the caption for image in the March 13 issue headlined “Proposal would clear-cut and replant several wooded acres,” the area on the three lot parcel proposed for clear-cutting and replanting was incorrect; it’s the darker-green portion, not the lighter-green. The article also inaccurately stated the percentage of the three-lot parcel on Old Winter Street that would be — its 33%, not 40%. The article has been updated.

The March 17 article headlined “Lincoln man arrested on weapons charges” had an incorrect name for the man arrested on gun charges. His first name is Daniel, not David. The article has been corrected.

The AK-47 , 9mm handgun, and magazines weapons seized by Lincoln police on March 15.

A Lincoln man was arrested on multiple gun charges last weekend after a resident called police to report hearing gunshots shortly before midnight on Saturday, March 15.

Police checked the area of South Great Road near the Weston town line and discovered two men in a car parked in the lot at the entrance to the Twin Pond conservation trails just east of Weston Nurseries. An officer “observed one of the AK47-variant magazines in center console” and detained one of the occupants, though the other one fled, according to Police Chief Sean Kennedy. The suspect couldn’t be located despite a search involving Weston, Wayland, and Concord police assisted by a drone and a police dog from the Massachusetts State Police.

The police body cam photo of Justin Warner of Clay, N.Y., who turned himself in on March 17.

Police arrested Daniel Hoch, 20, of 149 Tower Rd. in Lincoln and charged him with two counts of possession of a large-capacity firearm, three counts of possession of large-capacity feeding magazine, two counts of possessing a firearm without a firearms ID card, two counts of possessing ammunition without a firearms ID card, and one count of possession of a firearm with a defaced serial number.

On March 16, police posted a picture of the escaped suspect taken with a police body camera on the department’s Instagram page on March 16 and identified him as Justin Warner, of Clay, N.Y. saying they believed he as no longer in the immediate area. However, he turned himself in to Lincoln police around midday on Monday and was charged with the same offenses as Hoch.

Kennedy said he didn’t know who owned the guns or why they were fired Saturday night.

Both men will be assigned a court date during their arrangement at Concord District Court. State law calls for a prison term of two and a half to ten years on each count of unlawfully possessing a large-capacity firearm, and one to two and a half years for the untraceable firearm charge.

March 1

Nothing of note.

March 2

Nothing of note.

March 3

Lincoln Road (6:27am) — An officer responded to the railroad crossing after a report of the gates being stuck in the down position. Keolis was notified.

Wells Road (10:13am) — An officer served court paperwork to a resident.

March 4

Hanscom Middle School (8:27am) — An officer assisted with a drill at the school.

Old Sudbury Road (10:39am) — A caller asked to speak with an officer regarding a coyote sighting.

March 5

Sandy Pond Road (5:57am) — A caller detected a strong odor of natural gas in the area. The fire department responded. National Grid was notified.

Hanscom Middle School (8:51am) — An officer assisted with a drill at the school.

Lincoln Road (11:39am) — A caller spoke with an officer regarding a possible credit card scam.

Lincoln Road (12:57pm) — A caller reported seeing a coyote walking near Lincoln Road. The Animal Control Officer was notified.

Lincoln Road (1:15pm) — Polie got another call about the coyote.

March 6

The Commons of Lincoln (2:19am) — An officer responded to assist a resident.

Trapelo Road (5:06pm) — Several individuals were advised that fishing was prohibited at the Cambridge Reservoir.

Trapelo Road (9:17pm) — An injured deer was discovered along the causeway. Due to its injuries, the animal was put down.

March 7

Many calls for trees/branches/wires down due to high winds. Click here for more information.

Commuter rail parking lot (9:30am) — A vehicle struck a fence by the commuter lot while trying to park. The vehicle was towed from the scene. There were no injuries reported.

March 8

Cambridge Turnpike westbound (12:44am) — An officer observed a vehicle speeding on Route 2. The driver, Matthew Aufiero, 25, of Sudbury, was arrested for operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol. He was later bailed, released, and ordered to appear at Concord District Court.

March 9

Nothing of note.

March 10

Old County Road (7:18am) — A caller reported excessive construction noise coming from a nearby residence. An officer responded to the area.

Cambridge Turnpike westbound (9:11am) — A caller reported seeing an elderly man walking on the westbound side of Route 2. An officer checked the area but did not find him.

Russett Court (4:26pm) — A person spoke to an officer regarding the possible theft of several items.

March 11

The Commons of Lincoln (12:11am) — An officer conducted a well being check of a person who had called but hung up before speaking with the dispatcher.

Post office (6:19am) — Officers assisted post office staff members.

Silver Birch Lane (10:00am) — An officer spoke to a person regarding an ongoing issue with a dog.

Old County Road (4:16pm) — Several youths were advised not to fish at the Cambridge Reservoir.

South Great Road (6:15pm) — A caller said the railroad gates were stuck in the down position. An officer responded and reported that the gates were up and appeared to be functioning properly. Keolis was notified.

March 12

Lincoln Road (9:35am) — A person spoke with an officer at the station regarding a past hit-and-run crash.

Baker Bridge Road (1:15pm) — An officer spoke with an individual who reported an encounter with a suspicious person.

Ridge Road (8:10pm) — An officer spoke with a person regarding an ongoing issue.

Trapelo Road (11:23pm) — A deceased beaver was moved from the roadway.

March 13

Thoreau Street, Concord (2:30am) — Officers assisted Concord Police with locating two individuals in Concord.

Crews work to clear tree debris on Lincoln Road Friday morning. Police Chief Sean Kennedy is directing traffic at far right. (Photo by Alice Waugh — click to enlarge)

High winds sent dozens of tree limbs crashing to the ground on Friday, March 7, causing a busy day for police, the DPW, and Eversource.

The first of more than 20 calls to police about downed trees and/or power lines came Friday morning at 6:46am. Crews with chainsaws and a wood chipper leaped into action, but by 10:00am, Lincoln Road next to Pierce Park was still partially obstructed. Page Road was also completely blocked its intersection with Trapelo Road with downed power lines as well as a tree.

Reports also came in for Deerhaven Road, Old Sudbury Road, Beaver Pond Road, Giles Road, Old County Road, Boyce Farm Road, Concord Road, Weston Road, Baker Bridge Road, Old Farm Road, Davison Drive, and Sandy Pond Road.

“It was all kind of happening at once,” Lincoln Police Sgt. Matthew Armata said about Friday’s problems, which happened mostly without warning.

A National Weather Service wind advisory early Friday morning for most of Massachusetts warned of winds gusting up to 50-60mph. Another advisory for winds 15-30 mph with gusts of 40-50 mph was issued for Saturday.

February 18

South Great Road (1:27am) — An officer checked on a motorist who was parked on the side of the road. The motorist was waiting for a friend to arrive with gas.

Cambridge Turnpike eastbound (2:22am) — An officer stopped a vehicle on Route 2 for not having insurance. The operator of the vehicle, Joshua Broussard, 27, of Houston, Texas, was subsequently arrested for unlicensed operation, operating a revoked/uninsured motor vehicle, and operating a motor vehicle under the influence of drugs. Mr. Broussard was later released and ordered to appear at Concord District Court.

February 19

South Great Road (12:36pm) — A person turned in an item marked for destruction.

Bedford Road (11:32pm) — A motorist reported an odor of natural gas in the area. An officer checked the area and National Grid was notified.

February 20

Hanscom Drive (1:20pm) — A minor two-vehicle crash occurred at Hanscom AFB’s Sartain Gate. An officer assisted with the transfer of information. Both vehicles were able to be driven from the scene.

Twisted Tree Cafe (3:09pm) — An officer provided a courtesy transport for a person who had been stranded at the Lincoln commuter rail stop.

Cambridge Turnpike eastbound (11:18pm) — A vehicle fire was reported in the breakdown lane of Route 2. Massachusetts State Police and the Lincoln Fire Department responded.

Lincoln Road (11:31pm) — An officer checked the area of Pierce Hill and Lincoln Road for a vehicle reportedly stopped in a travel lane. The area was checked but the vehicle was nowhere to be found.

February 21

North Great Road (9:54am) — An officer checked on an occupied vehicle parked on the side of the road. The operator had pulled over to make a call.

Lincoln Road (4:10pm) — A caller reported damage to a building. Officers responded; an investigation is ongoing.

Hanscom Drive (6:59pm) — Officers responded for a report of a single-vehicle crash. The operator of the vehicle, Yahyeh Egal, 33, of Billerica was subsequently arrested for operating under the influence of alcohol, negligent operation of a motor vehicle, a marked lanes violation, assault and battery on a public employee, and resisting arrest. He was bailed and ordered to appear at Concord District Court.

February 22

Nothing of note.

February 23

Lexington Road (12:04am) — An officer assisted a resident with the check of their property. All appeared in order.

Several locations (5:38am) — Officers checked several public spaces in town for a report of an altercation between a female and two males from Lincoln, R.I. but were unable to locate anyone in distress.

February 24

Weston Road (10:08am) — An officer spoke to a person regarding possible harassment.

February 25

Meadowbrook Road (9:05pm) — A caller spoke with an officer regarding a potential online scam.

February 26

Huckleberry Hill (10:19am) — A caller reported an unleashed dog was running near the roadway. The Animal Control Officer was notified.

Page Road (10:39am) — The dog from the previous call was reported missing. The callers were notified of the dog’s last whereabouts and the Animal Control Officer was also notified.

Old Sudbury Road (11:03am) — A caller reported an unleashed German shepherd running by the roadside. The Animal Control Officer was notified and made contact with the dog’s owner.

North Great Road (1:52am) — The Water Department was notified of a water main break on Route 2A by the Concord Line.

Battle Road Farm (4:09pm) — A caller reported an ongoing incident with their neighbor.

Ridge Road (9:19pm) — A person spoke with an officer regarding several missing items.

February 27

Winter Street (12:13pm) — Officers responded to a motor vehicle crash. One of the vehicles had left prior to the officer’s arrival and was located on a side street. The operator was cited for leaving the scene of a property damage incident.

Page Road (12:30pm) — The operator of the vehicle from the previous incident struck a tree. Police responded and addressed both incidents.

Beaver Pond Road (7:37pm) — Officers checked the area for the report of fireworks or gunshots but found nothing out of the ordinary.

Ridge Road (11:19pm) — The police and fire departments assisted a resident with a residential lockout.

February 28

Cambridge Turnpike eastbound (6:47am) — Officers assisted Massachusetts State Police with a two-car motor vehicle crash.

Cambridge Turnpike eastbound (7:08am) — Officers assisted Massachusetts State Police with a second two-car motor vehicle crash.

Lincoln Woods (9:47am) — A person spoke with an officer regarding court paperwork.

South Great Road (3:12pm) — Officers assisted Weston police in locating a lost cell phone.