police & fire

Police Chief Sean Kennedy has been reinstated after an 18-month paid administrative leave imposed after he was arrested on domestic violence charges.

At an Oct. 1 executive session of the Select Board, David Jenkins of town counsel firm K-P Law reviewed the timeline of the 18-month investigation of the incident involving the chief that occurred on May 10, 2025. The Peace Officer Standards and Training Commission (POST) suspended Kennedy’s police certification on May 13, 2025 and had him turn in his uniform, badge, firearm, and other equipment. The case was set for a bench trial on Aug. 8, 2025, at which all charges were dismissed.

Kennedy later requested a suspension hearing, which was held on April 16, 2026. That same day, POST issued an order lifting the suspension. However, his status was still listed as “Further Certification Review.” It was not until September 24 that POST voted to close the inquiry and decline to commence disciplinary proceedings.

After the charges were filed, the town engaged an independent outside investigator firm. “The investigators conducted a comprehensive nine-month review, including interviews with more than a dozen individuals identified as having relevant information, and analyzed all other evidence available to them,” the Select Board said in an Oct. 1 statement. “Based on the evidence gathered, the Select Board accepted the findings and conclusions of the investigators and determined that Chief Kennedy’s conduct on May 10, 2025 did not violate policy, procedures, rules, or regulations of the Town of Lincoln, the Lincoln Police Department, or the laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and did not warrant discipline under applicable standards.

“As required by law, the second phase of the process involved review by [POST] to determine whether the town’s investigation was thorough, lawful, and complete, and whether Chief Kennedy’s certification should be restored to allow him to continue serving in law enforcement,” the statement continued. “The commission concluded that the town’s investigation met those standards and approved Chief Kennedy’s recertification. In light of the investigation’s findings and POST’s recertification decision, the town has determined that Chief Kennedy may return to his position as chief of the Lincoln Police Department.”

Kennedy’s reinstatement is subject to conditions including submission of a reentry plan, a performance review at six and twelve months after his resumption of duties, and regular check-ins with the Town Administrator. 

September 10

South Great Road (12:44pm) — Railroad crossing gates were stuck n the town position.

Old Sudbury Road (4:41pm) — Officers responded to a report of escaped animals.

September 11

Lincoln Woods (6:40pm) — A complaint about loud landscapers was received.

September 12

Concord Road (1:03am) — A tree fell and took down utility wires.

North Great Road (4:24am) — A car crashed into telephone pole. The driver, who was transported to the hospital for minor injuries, was charged with negligent operation of a motor vehicle and a marked lanes violation.

St. Anne’s Church — A called complained about landscapers using loud leaf-blowers.

Lincoln Road (11:01am) — A found item was turned in to the police station.

September 13

Cider Lane (1:33pm) — A caller sought help in locating a phone that was stolen in Boston.

Mary’s Way (10:39am) — Police contacted a resident at the request of another town’s police department.

Old Sudbury Road — A caller reported hat a large branch was down in the road.

September 14

Bedford Road (11:10am) — A caller reported that a landscaper was violating the leaf blower bylaw.

Mount Misery parking lot (11:21am) — A loose dog was reported.

Concord Road (4:29pm) — Police filed a report on a possible credit card/ATM fraud.

Cambridge Turnpike westbound (4:35pm) — State police handled a car accident.

Woodcock Lane (7:09pm) — An unidentified person knocked on a resident’s door but was gone by the time police arrived.

September 15

Cambridge Turnpike westbound (9:09am) — State police handled a car accident.

Deerhaven Road (2:40pm) — Smoke was reported to be coming from a home. The fire department responded but found nothing.

Fox Run Road (9:53pm) — Police received a report of possible fraudulent activity.

September 16

Granville Road (2:32am) — A caller reported that an alarm was sounding.

Ent Road (6:14pm) — Police responded to a dispute between two Hanscom AFB base residents.

September 17

Wells Road (9:02am) — Police dealt with a civil matter.

North Great Road (9:15am) — Police helped vehicle operators exchange papers after an accident.

Orchard Lane (10:30am) — A suspicious incident was reported but everything was fine.

Huntley Lane (1:55pm) — A resident spoke to an officer about an item they believed to have been stolen from their residence.

Minuteman Technical High School (8:26pm) — An item was taken from an unlocked vehicle.

September 18

Silver Hill Road (4:46pm) — An item was reported lost.

Ent Road (6:17pm) — Police responded to an ongoing issue between two base residents.

Blackburnian Road (10:22pm) — An out-of-town resident called Lincoln police in ten effort to locate a missing child.

September 19

Page Road (9:42am) — Possibly stolen construction equipment was reported.

Winchelsea Lane (2:30pm) — A resident reported finding an item.

Codman House (3:32pm) — A dog was struck by a train and transported to a vet.

September 20

Bemis Hall (3:07am) — Police found that a door posting had been vandalized.

Lincoln Road (1:29pm) — A dead animal was reported. The DPW was notified.

Stonehedge Road (7:05pm) — An unidentified person was reportedly knocking on doors requesting assistance but officers unable to locate them.

September 21

North Great Road (9:53am) — Minor two-car crash with no injuries.

Lexington Road (12:01pm) — A found laptop was turned in.

Bedford Lane (2:39pm) — A possible incident of fraud was reported.

Lincoln Road (3:14pm) — A vehicle was struck by a railroad crossing gate. The MBTA and Keolis were notified.

Deerhaven Road (5:02pm) — Police received a report of a bicycle in a wooded area but officers were unable to locate it.

Garland Road (7:27pm) — A caller reported seeing flashlight in woods. The person was located and found to be the owner of the bicycle from the earlier call.

September 22

Lincoln Cemetery (9:41am) — A person was reportedly confrontational with a resident.

Trapelo Road (4:41pm) — A two-car crash with no injuries occurred. Both vehicles were towed.

Old Sudbury Road (5:33pm) — Police responded to a report of sick raccoons but were unable to locate the animals.

September 23

Hanscom Drive (7:55am) — A person seeking access to the base was held by Hanscom Security Forces due to an outstanding warrant. Lincoln police arrested the person.

Concord Road (5:27pm) — A lost phone was turned in.

South Great Road (5:33pm) — Low-voltage communication wires were hanging but did not pose a hazard.

September 24

Nothing to report.

September 25

Hartwell lot (3:33am) — Police investigating a suspicious vehicle found that a person was early for work. They subsequently left the area.

September 1

Lincoln Road (11:15 a.m.) — A person requested help from an officer in locating a possible lost item.

September 2

Wells Road (6:42 p.m.) — The fire department helped a person who was locked out of their residence.

North Commons (9:20 a.m.) — An officer responded to the area for an ongoing incident.

Old Bedford Road (3:18 p.m.) — A caller reported a person who appeared to be in distress. The person apparently boarded a bus prior to the officer’s arrival.

South Great Road (2:20 p.m.) — An officer returned a found item.

Greenridge Lane (10:56 a.m.) — A caller reported the use of a gas-powered leaf blower. An officer checked the area but found no one using such a device.

September 3

Stonehedge Road (8:16 a.m.) — A tree was reported to be resting on wires. The limb was hanging into the roadway, so an officer secured the area and contacted Eversource.

Mary’s Way (11:16 a.m.) — An officer spoke to a person about a missing/lost item.

Bedford Road (2:50 p.m.) — A caller requested a well-being check on a person walking on Bedford Road. An officer spoke with the pedestrian and gave them a ride to their residence.

North Great Road (3:49 p.m.) — A caller requested a check on a person walking along North Great Road who appeared to be in distress. Contact was made with the individual and everything was OK.

Tower Road (5:05 p.m.) — An officer assisted a person with a civil matter.

Harvest Circle (5:21 p.m.) — A caller reported someone was stuck in an elevator. A call back shortly thereafter confirmed the elevator was not stuck. The door to the elevator was slow to open.

September 4

North Commons (10:41 a.m.) — An officer spoke with a person about an ongoing incident.

North Commons (10:48 a.m.) — A caller spoke with an officer about an ongoing incident.

North Commons (11:39 a.m.) — Court paperwork was served to a person.

South Great Road (12:23 p.m.) — Police and fire units responded to South Great Road by Old Sudbury Road for a one-vehicle crash. There were no reported injuries. The vehicle was towed from the scene.

North Commons (1:32 p.m.) — A caller reported hearing a loud noise coming from a neighbor’s porch. Officers arrived and spoke with all parties involved.

Wells Road (8:06 p.m.) — An officer spoke with a person about an incident with a neighbor.

September 5

Concord Road (5:41 p.m.) — A caller reported the use of a gas-powered leaf blower being used in violation of the town bylaw. An officer spoke to the individual and advised them of the violation.

September 6

Baker Bridge Road (7:56 a.m.) — A person reported that a mattress was left on the side of the road. The DPW was notified.

Lincoln Gas and Auto (5:02 p.m.) — A caller reported a large branch was down and partially in the roadway. An officer arrived and moved portions of the branch. The DPW was also notified.

September 7

Old Farm Road (6:38 p.m.) — Officers checked the area for the report of a solicitor going door to door without a proper permit. Officers were unable to locate the individual.

September 8

South Great Road (7:50 a.m.) — An officer responded to a minor crash after a vehicle failed to yield to another in traffic. There were no injuries and the vehicles were able to be driven from the scene.

Russett Court (8:26 a.m.) — The fire department responded to the area for the report of a ruptured gas line. The line was shut off and National Grid was notified.

Brooks Road (1:27 p.m.) — A caller reported the possible theft of a piece of commercial property.

North Commons (5:52 p.m.) — Officers responded to a residence for an ongoing incident.

North Commons (6:51 p.m.) — Officers responded to a residence for the report of a possible ongoing violation of a harassment protection order. Margaret Goodwin, 66, of Lincoln, was arrested for violation of a court order. Goodwin was booked per department policy.

Lexington Road (9:21 p.m.) — A caller reported seeing someone attempt to enter their residence. An officer located the individual and was able to help the person. The caller was advised of the officer’s findings.

September 9

South Great Road (7:40 a.m.) — The traffic lights at the intersection of South Great Road and Concord Road were malfunctioning. The service provider was notified.

Pierce House (8:44 a.m.) — A caller reported the odor of natural gas outside of the Pierce House. The fire department arrived on scene and metered the area with negative results.

Lincoln Road (10:21 a.m.) — A person asked an officer to help with verifying Registry of Motor Vehicle documents.

Ryan Estate (1:45 p.m.) — A person spoke to an officer about possible identity theft.

Ridge Road (3:40 p.m.) — A caller reported the use of a gas-powered leaf blower being used in violation of the town bylaw. The officer was unable to locate anyone using a leaf blower.

North Commons (6:23 p.m.) — Officers responded to a residence for the report of a possible violation of a harassment protection order. Margaret Goodwin, 66, of Lincoln, was arrested for violation of a court order. Goodwin was booked per department policy.

August 23

Round Hill Road (12:21 a.m.) — A caller reported hearing an unusual noise inside their residence. Officers arrived and checked the interior and exterior. Nothing out of the ordinary was found.

Bjornson Dentistry (3:12 p.m.) — A caller reported seeing a person who appeared in distress. Officers arrived and offered assistance to the individual but all assistance was refused. The party relocated to another area to wait for the train.

August 24

Hanscom Drive (11:02 a.m.) — Hanscom Air Force Base Security Forces called requesting assistance with a person who had an active arrest warrant. Natas Mann, 37, from Boston, was taken into custody. He was transported to the station for booking and then to Concord District Court.

Ent Road (7:18 p.m.) — An officer spoke to a person about an ongoing matter.

August 25

Nothing of note.

August 26

North Commons (10:50 a.m.) — An officer spoke to a person about an ongoing matter with a neighbor.

North Commons (1:46 p.m.) — An officer attempted to make contact with a person who reported an issue with the location of a construction dumpster. No contact was made.

Tack Room (9:17 p.m.) — Officers were called to the parking lot for a dispute between two individuals. Officers spoke to all involved parties before everyone continued on their way.

August 27

Commuter rail parking lot (11:51 a.m.) — An officer spoke to the operator of a vehicle idling in the commuter lot. The driver was apologetic and continued on their way.

Greenridge Lane (1:14 p.m.) — Police and fire units responded to the report of a possible tree fire. Eversource was notified about past scorch marks on a tree adjacent to a utility pole.

Donelan’s Supermarket (7:41 p.m.) — A person found a license plate in the parking lot. The plate was returned to the owner a short time later.

August 28

Peakes Lane, Weston (9:15 a.m.) — The fire department responded to the Town of Weston for a mutual aid response.

Wells Road (10:55 a.m.) — An officer performed a well-being check on a person, who turned out to be OK.

Ridge Road (7:51 p.m.) — An officer spoke with a person about a suspicious letter.

Todd Pond Road (8:21 p.m.) — A caller reported their vehicle was struck by an egg on Route 117. An officer checked the area but was unable to locate anyone.

Massport civil terminal (9:58 p.m.) — An officer responded to the area to assist the Concord Fire Department with a mutual aid response.

August 29

Wells Road (11:15 a.m.) — An officer spoke to a person about a civil matter.

Old Conant Road (3:14 p.m.) — A caller reported a person standing by the side of the road holding a sign. The individual was assisting partygoers with parking for a gathering nearby.

Round Hill Road (5:45 p.m.) — A person called 911 for a taxi. They were provided with a correct number for a ride service.

August 30

Lincoln Cemetery (12:01 p.m.) — A caller reported seeing two people operating motorcycles at the cemetery. An officer checked the area but was unable to locate the vehicles.

Patterson Road (12:18 p.m.) — A person spoke to an officer about a possible fraud scam.

August 31

Woodcock Lane (12:39 p.m.) — A caller reported a suspicious male at their door. An officer checked the area but was unable to locate a person matching the description.

Bowles Terrace (5:13 p.m.) — An officer assisted an outside agency in making contact with a person.

North Great Road (9:39 p.m.) — An officer encountered a person on North Great Road. The party was looking for transport to the 128 rest stop and an officer provided transport.

August 12

Andrew Avenue, Wayland (3:25am) — An officer assisted Wayland police Department with a mutual aid request during the arrest of a suspected murderer. See this Wayland Post story for details.

Baker Bridge Road (2:38pm) — An officer spoke to a person about damage to a motor vehicle caused by a piece of landscape machinery.

Concord Road (9:20pm) — Officers responded to a report of a single vehicle crash near Baker Bridge Road. Michael Mathes, 42, of Cambridge, Mass., was arrested for operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol, negligent operation of a motor vehicle, and a marked lanes violation. The vehicle was towed from the scene.

Concord Road (10:18pm) — Officers responded to a one-car crash. The driver, who was cited for a marked lanes violation, was transported to the hospital and the vehicle was towed.

August 12

Heritage Road, Hanscom AFB (11:24am) — An officer spoke to a person about a civil matter.

Wells Road (1:30pm) — The fire department responded to the parking lot for a motor vehicle lockout.

Donelan’s Supermarket (3:28pm) — An officer responded to collect an item left behind and brought it back to the station.

Chestnut Circle (5:42pm) — An officer spoke to a person about possible harassment.

Harvest Circle (6:53pm) — A person spoke to an officer about a possible fraud incident.

August 14

Winter Street (5:04am) — An officer provided directions to a party who had gotten lost while trying to get to Waltham.

South Great Road (10:00am) — An officer checked the area for the report of a motor vehicle that appeared to be having difficulty in an intersection but was unable to locate the described vehicle.

Todd Pond Road (2:50pm) — A caller reported the use of a gas-powered leaf blower in violation of the bylaw. An officer responded to the area.

Twin Pond Lane (4:43pm)
An officer helped a person contact a member of their family.

Concord Road (8:04pm) — An officer assisted a resident with the removal of a bat from inside their residence.

August 15

Harvest Circle (1:30pm)
An officer helped the Massachusetts State Police locate the operator of a vehicle involved in an incident outside of town.

Baker Bridge Road (4:46pm) — A parking citation was issued to a vehicle that was illegally parked.

Cambridge Turnpike eastbound (6:38pm) — Officers assisted the Massachusetts State Police with a motor vehicle crash.

Lincoln Gas and Auto, South Great Road (7:19pm) — An officer transported a motorist to their residence.

August 16

Old County Road (3:52am) — Officers checked the area for the report of loud music. No loud music was heard.

Chestnut Circle (10:44am) — A lost item was turned in and was returned to its rightful owner that night.

Indian Camp Lane
An officer conducted a well-being check on a person. The person was OK. (9:03pm)

Lincoln Road (10:25pm) — An officer discovered some vandalism to several planters outside of a business. An investigation is ongoing.

August 17

Lincoln Road (9:05am) — An officer conducted a follow-up to a previous incident.

North Commons (12:38pm) — Officers checked the area for the report of a male who had walked into a residence looking for a person who doesn’t reside there, but they didn’t find anyone.

Old Bedford Road (4:18pm) — A person asked an officer about a past hit-and-run to their motor vehicle.

Heritage Road (6:14pm) — An officer gave court paperwork to a person.

Tower Road (7:20pm) — A caller reported a low-hanging wire near the roadway. A check confirmed the wire belonged to Eversource, which was notified.

Mary’s Way (9:57pm) — An officer spoke to a person about an ongoing matter.

August 18

Todd Pond Road (3:48pm) — A caller sought assistance in locating a lost item. The officer was able to locate the item and notified the person.

North Commons (8:53pm) — An officer responded to a residence for an ongoing incident.

August 19

Lincoln Gas and Auto (7:00am) — An officer accompanied an outside agency to a business at their request for a mutual aid response.

Bedford Road (7:41am) — A caller reported a wire down in the area. The wire appeared to be part of the service to a residence. Eversource was notified.

North Commons (9:02am) — An officer responded for a disturbance between neighbors.

Lincoln Road (10:49am) — A person spoke with an officer about a fraud scam.

Hanscom Drive (2:05pm) — Cody Antonucci, 33, of Canterbury, Conn., was arrested at the Hanscom Air Force Gate for an outstanding warrant. He was booked and released after being ordered to appear in court the following day.

Bedford Road (7:06pm) — A person reported damage to their vehicle after striking a deer several weeks prior.

Concord Road (9:14pm) — A caller reported a person walking in the roadway. The area was checked but no one matching the description was found.

August 20

Codman Road (10:23am) — A person asked to speak with an officer about a past incident.

Bedford Lane (1:16pm) — A person spoke to an officer about an item that may have been delivered to the wrong residence.

Cedar Road (1:43pm) — A caller reported a landscape company using a leaf blower. Contact was made and the landscapers were made aware of the existing bylaw.

Lincoln School (6:26pm) — A caller reported an overdue family member. Due to poor cell service, contact was made in person when the family members were reunited.

August 21

Birchwood Lane (9:25am) — A person spoke with an officer about suspicious emails.

Lincoln Road (1:30pm) — An officer spoke with a person who reported their bicycle was missing.

Concord Road (2:38pm) — A caller reported past damage to a utility pole.

Lincoln Road (3:07pm) — A caller reported the possible theft of a previously delivered package.

Lincoln Town Hall (3:39pm) — A caller reported a possible unsecured door at the Town Hall. An officer checked the building and nothing appeared out of the ordinary.

Codman Road (3:51pm) — An officer checked on a person lying by the side of the road. The party refused all offers for assistance.

Virginia Road (7:38pm) — An officer assisted the Concord Police Department with a mutual aid request.

August 22

Stonehedge Road (1:49pm) — A person requested to speak with an officer about suspicious text messages.

Mount Misery parking lot (4:57pm) — Officers spoke with a person after receiving reports that they were attempting to start a camp fire alongside a trail. The person was advised that the attempted activity was prohibited.

Marconi’s Auto (7:17pm) — A caller reported seeing a raccoon in the area acting unusual. An officer checked the area but was unable to locate any raccoons acting unusual or otherwise.

Lincoln Road (8:54pm) — Officers checked on a person who refused all assistance.

July 27

Sandy Pond Road I1:13am) — Fire and police units responded to a residence for an external fire. A small fire was located and extinguished.

Stonehedge Road (8:38am) — Several utility wires were pulled into the roadway after a truck became tangled. The area was cordoned off and Eversource was contacted.

Wells Road (12:16pm) — A caller spoke with an officer regarding the possible theft of packages from their property.

Battle Road trails (4:50pm) — During a walk, a caller reported getting separate from their spouse. Prior to an officer’s arrival, the two were reunited.

Mount Misery parking lot (6:44pm) — A caller reported seeing a possible unoccupied motor vehicle idling in the parking lot. An officer spoke with the occupant who was resting in the back seat before continuing on with their travels.

Ent Road, Hanscom AFB (10:32am) — An officer spoke to a person seeking legal process from Concord District Court.

Wells Road (11:28am) — An officer spoke to a person regarding a civil matter.

Cambridge Turnpike westbound (12:44pm) — A person spoke to an officer regarding locating a possible overdue family member. Contact was made and the party was OK. A
A follow-up was conducted on the previously reported incident at 10:06pm.

July 28

Scott Circle, Hanscom AFB (1:06pm) — An officer performed a well-being check at the request of an out-of-state municipal agency.

Ridge Road (3:52pm) — A person reported a lost document.

Stratford Way (7:09pm) — An officer spoke to a person about properly securing property.

July 29

Wells Road (12:27am) — An officer checked the area behind a residential unit for a reported suspicious noise. Everything appeared OK and the source of the noise was not located.

Old Sudbury Road (6:25am) — A rafter of turkeys was spotted in the roadway after escaping from their enclosure. An officer responded and was able to corral a respectable contingent of itinerant poultry but required the assistance of more seasoned professionals. A member of Codman Farm assisted in the collection and refortification of the fence structure.

Todd Pond Road (9:37am) — A caller reported a landscape company using gas-powered leaf blowers in violation of the town bylaw. An officer spoke with the homeowner and advised them of the violation.

Delaney Street, Stow (4:46pm) — A member of the Lincoln Fire Department responded to the town of Stow for a mutual aid request to help find a missing person.

South Great Road (6:44pm) — A fallen tree limb was blocking part of he roadway.. The DPW removed the limb as an officer directed traffic around the obstruction.

July 30

South Great Road (12:33am) — A caller reported a tree branch had fallen into the roadway. An officer arrived and removed the obstruction.

Wells Road (12:42am) — A caller reported hearing a loud noise for the second time. An officer checked the area but was unable to find the cause.

Baker Bridge Road (6:35am) — A partially severed tree branch was suspended above the roadway by vines. The area was coned off and the DPW notified.

Huntley Lane (11:43am) — A person asked to speak with an officer about a possible fraud incident.

Todd Pond Road (12:37pm) — A caller reported the use of a gas-powered leaf blower at their neighbor’s residence. An officer responded to the area.

Davison Drive (5:47pm) — An officer spoke to a person about a fraud incident and followed up on July 31 at 4:44pm.

July 31

Hanscom Drive (12:18pm) — Hanscom Air Force Base Security Forces called requesting assistance with a person who had an active arrest warrant. Daven Zayas, 25, of Hyannis, was taken into custody for an outstanding warrant. He was booked then transported to Concord District Court.

Orchard Lane (8:04pm) — A caller reported seeing a suspicious female on their property who fled when approached. Officers checked the area but were unable to locate anyone matching the description.

Cambridge Turnpike eastbound (8:19pm) — While en route to another call, an officer located a pedestrian on Route 2. The Massachusetts State Police were notified.

The Commons of Lincoln (8:38pm) — Officers responded to the entry way of The Commons for a person requiring assistance. The party in question was picked up by an acquaintance.

August 1

North Great Road (6:01pm) — An automated crash detection emergency call was received. While resources were en route, the involved party was able to report that there was no crash. The person had left their phone on the roof of their vehicle, resulting in the crash notification being activated after the phone fell into the roadway.

August 2

Todd Pond Road (6:18pm) — A caller reported hearing what they thought were gunshots. The area was checked but nothing else was heard.

Wheeler Road (10:16pm) — A person spoke with an officer about a court document.

August 3

Cambridge Turnpike westbound (1:30am) — Officers assisted the Massachusetts State Police in attempting to locate a vehicle.

Old Sudbury Road (7:15am) — The turkeys, once again, escaped their enclosure and made their way into the roadway. Codman Farm sent specialists to corral the turkeys and strengthen the fences. Only time will tell.

South Great Road (8:41pm) — A caller reported a large bat had gained entry into their residence. Officers did the best they could but were unable to locate the animal.

Underwood Circle (11:49am) — Court paperwork was served in hand.

Birchwood Lane (12:05pm) — Court paperwork was served in hand to a person.

Scott Circle, Hanscom AFB (9:37pm) — An out-of-town agency requested a well-being check on an overdue party. Contact was made; the person was OK and the message was relayed to the calling party.

August 4

Old Concord Road (8:51am) — A caller reported the use of a gas-powered leaf blower in the area. An officer checked but was unable to locate the bylaw violation.

South Great Road (4:06pm) — A motorist reported that a series of beavers were making their way across South Great Road, slowing traffic in both directions. An officer arrived on scene and provided safe passage for the remaining rodents.

South Great Road (8:42pm) — A caller reported the bat that got into their house the previous evening had not made its way out. An officer assisted by opening a door. The bat eventually made its way outside.

Harvest Circle (12:25pm) — The fire department responded for the report of an elevator stuck between floors. The elevator was returned to the first floor and placed out of service for maintenance.

Lincoln Road (1:31pm) — An officer performed a VIN check on a vehicle at the request of the owner.

Short Hill Road (1:22pm) — A caller reported the use of a gas-powered leaf blower in the area. An officer checked but was unable to locate any evidence of the bylaw violation.

August 5

Virginia Road (1:56am) — An officer performed a well-being check at the request of an outside agency.

Old Sudbury Road (7:54am) — Several utility wires were reported to be hanging in the roadway. Verizon was notified and the area was cordoned off.

South Great Road (10:32am) — A delivery driver requested help with maneuvering their vehicle into a driveway for delivery. An officer assisted.

Greenridge Lane (11:32am) — A caller reported the use of a gas-powered leaf blower in the area. An officer checked the landscape crew working in the area and found that only lawnmowers were being used.

Donelan’s Supermarket (3:33pm) — An officer helped motorists exchange paperwork related to a minor motor vehicle accident.

South Great Road (6:18pm) — An officer helped motorists exchange information related to a two-vehicle crash. There were no reported injuries. The driver responsible for the crash was cited for failing to yield.

Woodcock Lane (6:29pm) — Several callers reported a solicitor in the area selling solar panels. An officer checked the area but was unable to locate the person.

Donelan’s Supermarket (7:43pm) — An officer assisted a caller in tracking down a family member, who was located without incident.

August 6

Mount Misery parking lot (5:03am) — The DPW was contacted about a large tree branch partially blocking the roadway.

Mill Street (11:12am) — A caller reported that part of a tree was blocking a travel lane. The DPW was notified and responded.

Bedford Lane I11:31am) — A caller reported a possible fraud incident.

The Commons of Lincoln (3:25pm) — An automated fall detection notification was activated. The owner of the device was located and there was no issue.

Todd Pond Road (10:22pm) — An officer assisted a person with a civil matter.

August 7

Concord Road (4:01pm) — Officers were able to track down a vehicle after it struck another at the entrance to Walden Pond in Concord. Concord Police were advised and responded.

Silver Hill Road (6:36am) — An officer was able to remove a tree branch blocking a travel lane.

Trapelo Road (2:47pm) — Police and fire units responded to the intersection of Trapelo Road and Old County Road for a three-vehicle crash. There were no injuries reported. Two of the vehicles were towed from the scene and the driver responsible for the crash was cited for failing to yield.

August 8

Bedford Road (10:20am) — A caller requested a well-being check on two small children waving at passing vehicles. An officer checked the area but found no one in the area.

DeCordova Museum (1:39pm) — A motorist called to report a past motor vehicle crash in the parking lot. An officer spoke to the caller and filed a report.

Old Concord Road (8:44pm) — The Massachusetts State Police requested assistance from the fire department for a motor vehicle lockout.

August 9

Deerhaven Road (10:30am) — A person spoke with an officer regarding a possible fraud incident.

Baker Farm Road (4:26pm) — A caller reported two unknown vehicles parked on their property. The vehicles were moved a short time later.

Shrewsbury (4:21pm) — A member of the fire department responded to the town of Shrewsbury for a mutual aid response involving a missing person who was later found to have drowned in Lake Quinsigamond.

August 10

Nothing of note.

August 11

Old Concord Road (12:55pm) — A person spoke to an officer regarding possible bank fraud.

Hartwell Lot, North Great Road (1:47pm) — A caller reported seeing two dogs in a parked vehicle. Officers checked the lot but were unable to locate the vehicle. All lots on Route 2A were also checked with negative findings.

Bedford Road (3:26pm) — A caller reported that a vehicle was precariously parked partially in the roadway. An officer checked the area; the vehicle belonged to a surveyor and left the area moments after the officer’s arrival.

Lincoln Road (5:17pm) — Several individuals spoke with an officer about an ongoing incident.

July 20

Tower Road (11:53am) — An officer spoke with a person about the theft of political lawn signs.

Wheeler Road (2:15pm) — An officer assisted the Waltham Police with a civil matter.

Lincoln Road (6:56am) — Multiple calls were received for a tree that had fallen and blocked the roadway. Eversource and the DPW were contacted to coordinate the removal of the tree.

Bedford Road (12:52pm) — Electrical wires sparked a brush fire after a tree had fallen in the area. The fire department knocked down the fire while Eversource cut power to the area.

Lewis Street (9:02pm) — A person spoke with an officer about a possible scam.

Winter Street (12:21pm) — An officer conducted a well-being check on a person. They were OK and assistance arrived a short time after the officer’s visit.

July 21

Marconi’s Auto, Concord Road (6:54am) — Police and fire units arrived on scene of a crash that occurred when a vehicle left the roadway, struck a utility pole, then crashed off to the side of the roadway. The operator was the sole occupant of the vehicle and reported only minor injuries at the scene. The vehicle was towed and the operator was cited.

Boyce Farm Road (8:45am) — A utility wire was reported to be hanging into a travel lane over the roadway. An officer arrived and coned off the area. Verizon was notified.

Winter Street (10:39am) — Officers closed off a section of Winter Street for a large tree that had fallen on electrical wires. Eversource was notified.

Todd Pond Road (2:19pm) — A caller reported a landscape company using a gas powered leaf blower in violation of the Town bylaw. An officer spoke with the landscaper and advised them of the bylaw.

Old Cambridge Turnpike (9:01pm) — A caller requested a check on a person who appeared as though they might be in distress. An officer checked the area but was unable to locate anyone matching the provided description.

Mary’s Way (11:34pm) — An officer assisted a person with a well-being check. The party in question was OK.

July 22

Wells Road (1:28am) — An officer checked the exterior of a residence after a calling party reported a loud noise. Everything appeared normal.

Robbins Road, Hanscom AFB (7:37am) — Hanscom AFB Security Forces requested assistance with a person with an active arrest warrant. An officer responded and took custody of Daniel Flanders, 48, of Rumney, NH. He was taken into custody, booked, then transported to Concord District Court.

Todd Pond Road (8:28am) — A caller reported a landscaper was using a gas-powered leaf blower in violation of the town bylaw. Officers were dedicated to another call and did not respond.

Birchwood Lane (9:10am) — A person spoke with an officer about a possible scam

Lincoln Road (10:24am) — Police and fire units responded for a single-vehicle crash. There were no reported injuries and the vehicle was towed from the scene.

Ridge Road (2:39pm) — A caller reported a landscaper was using a gas-powered leaf blower in violation of the town bylaw. An officer spoke with the homeowner and advised them of the bylaw.

St. Anne’s Church/Concord Road (2:56pm) — An officer responded to the area and removed a large pile of branches from the roadway.

July 23

Wells Road (12:26am) — A caller reported hearing a door being repeatedly opened and closed, causing a loud banging noise. An officer checked the area and found no one near the doorway in question.

South Great Road (8:26am) — A caller reported a minor motor vehicle crash. An officer arrived on scene and assisted both operators with exchanging information. Both vehicles were driven from the scene.

Harvest Circle (1:09pm) — An officer spoke to a staff member about a past incident.

Concord Road (5:49pm) — Police and fire units responded to the intersection for a two-vehicle crash. There were no reported injuries but both vehicles were towed from the scene. One of the operators was cited for failing to yield.

July 24

Cambridge Turnpike eastbound (3:50pm) — A caller reported the traffic lights at Route 2 and Bedford Road were not properly cycling. An officer checked the intersection for several cycles and reported no issue with the traffic lights.

Lincoln Road (6:03pm) — An officer spoke with a person at the station about a civil matter.

Hiddenwood Path (7:35pm) — Police and fire units responded after a low-voltage residential electrical service was pulled from a residence. Eversource was notified.

July 25

Lincoln Road (12:20am) — An officer spoke to a person about an ongoing incident.

Fox Run Road (9:04am) — An officer responded to a residence about a vehicle causing damage to a several lawns in the area.

Dilla Street, Milford (2:51pm) — Lt. Scott Christensen of the Lincoln Fire Department was among the responders from several towns involved on July 25-26 in the search and recovery of a body of a teen who drowned in a Milford quarry. He serves as a shift commander handling vehicle maintenance and fire prevention and has trained alongside regional mutual aid partners as part of the Massachusetts District 14 hazardous/ice rescue and dive units.

Ent Road, Hanscom AFB (4:22pm) — Officers responded for a dispute between neighbors.

Lincoln Road (1:29pm) — A caller reported an incident while on the commuter rail. The individual sought assistance at the next stop.

Lincoln Road, Wayland (2:07pm) — A caller located a dog walking along the roadway in Wayland. The caller was transferred to the Wayland Police Department.

Wells Road (7:14pm) — An officer spoke with a person about a civil matter.

July 26

Sandy Pond Road (1:13am) — A caller reported seeing flames near their residence. An officer arrived on scene and extinguished the fire. The fire department arrived and overhauled the area.

Concord Road (3:59pm) — A person spoke with an officer about a prior vandalism incident.

Silver Hill Road (4:10pm) — An officer was able to remove a tree limb blocking the road.

Baker Bridge Road (5:02pm) — An officer cited several vehicles that were illegally parked by people accessing Walden Pond.

July 8

South Great Road (8:57am) — A caller reported utility wires had fallen across their driveway. Eversource was notified and responded to the scene.

Cerulean Way (9:34am) — An officer spoke to a person about a civil matter.

Trapelo Road (10:15am) — An officer assisted with traffic while the DPW tended to a disabled vehicle.

July 9

Lincoln Highway Department (12:12am) — A caller reported an odor of smoke in the area. An officer checked the reported area but found no smoke or odor.

South Great Road (4:54pm) — Officers checked the area near the railroad gates for the report of a male who was nude from the waist down but were unable to locate anyone matching the provided description.

Weston Road (4:29pm) — The Fire Department responded to the area of the Pierce House for a smoldering wire. Eversource was notified.

July 10

Cambridge Turnpike westbound (8:03am) — A caller reported a pedestrian walking in the breakdown lane. Officers responded to the area along with state police.

Old Winter Street (10:12am) — A large truck took down wires and a utility pole in the area. The road was closed for a period of time while Eversource made the repairs.

Weston Road (11:12am) — An officer checked on several Eversource vehicles spread across the roadway.

Minuteman Technical High School (12:05pm) — An officer assisted a motorist after they hit a parked vehicle. The officer was able to identify the owner of the struck vehicle and assisted both parties with exchanging information.

Cambridge Turnpike eastbound (12:25pm) — A caller spoke with an officer about a possible scam.

Weston Road (12:54pm) — The fire department responded to the area for a tree branch smoldering on power lines.

Old Cambridge Turnpike (14:54pm) — An officer spoke with a person about a harassment complaint.

Battle Road Farm (5:08pm) — An officer spoke to a person about an ongoing incident.

Trapelo Road (8:01pm) — An officer spoke to a person about the illegal use of fireworks.

Lincoln Road (8:05pm) — A caller reported that they had no residential water service. The Water Department was notified.

Trapelo Road (8:20pm) — An officer located an unattended dog walking in the middle of the roadway. The dog ran off when approached.

Ent Road (9:11pm) — Hanscom Air Force Base Security Forces was contacted to assist a civilian with a well-being check.

Weston Road (11:21pm) — A caller reported seeing a dog running toward Route 2. An officer checked the area but was unable to locate the loose canine.

July 11

Bedford Road (11:36am) — A caller requested a well-being check on a family member. The request was cancelled shortly after once successful contact was made.

Donelan’s Supermarket (6:30pm) — A manager from Donelan’s called to speak with an officer about an encounter with a customer.

Wells Road (7:54pm) — A caller reported receiving a repeated spam call.

Silver Birch Lane (10:51pm) — A caller reported a noise complaint related to a neighbor’s dog barking. The owner of the dog was contacted and the dog was brought inside.

July 12

Nothing of note.

July 13

Ent Road, Hanscom AFB (1:21pm) — Lincoln police assisted Hanscom Air Force Base Security Forces with a verbal argument.

Upland Field Road (2:36pm) — An unauthorized solicitor was identified and advised of the existing bylaw requiring registering before going door-to-door.

Winter Street (2:45pm) — The Fire Department responded to the City of Waltham for mutual aid.

Cambridge Turnpike westbound (4:55pm) — A caller reported seeing smoke and flames from an electrical wire. Both the Lincoln police and state police checked the area but were unable to locate anything out of the ordinary.

Ballfield Road (6:01pm) — A person reported a dirt bike parked in the area of the tennis courts. An officer spoke with the operator shortly thereafter.

Greenridge Lane (7:00pm) — A caller reported an issue with the water service for the building. The Water Department was notified.

Aspen Circle (8:54pm) — A caller spoke with an officer about an internet scam.

July 14

Wells Road (10:46am) — A caller reported seeing a person possibly in need of assistance making their way toward the railroad tracks. Officers checked the area but were unable to locate anyone matching the provided description.

Lexington Road (3:10pm) — Eversource was notified about a tree hanging on wires. An officer remained on scene until the utility crew arrived.

Lincoln Road (5:49pm) — A caller reported seeing what appeared to be an unaccompanied child walking in the area of Lincoln Road. The child was walking in front of their parent who was in close proximity.

Old County Road (6:16pm) — A caller spoke with an officer about a possible fraud incident.

July 15

Bedford Road (4:15am) — A caller reported hearing unusual noises coming from their first floor. Officers checked the residence and exterior and discovered nothing out of the ordinary.

Todd Pond Road (8:47am) — Verizon was notified about a tree limb that was resting on utility wires.

Wells Road (8:54am) — An officer helped a person with a follow-up to a previous incident.

Sandy Pond Road (9:38am) — An officer helped a person contact an outside agency on their behalf.

Minuteman Visitor Center parking lot (2:52pm) — A child was briefly separated from their caregivers. All parties were reunited a short time after police arrived on scene.

Lincoln Police Department (7:43pm) — An officer spoke with a person looking to file a report but the person left before doing so.

North Commons (8:27pm) — An officer spoke to a person about an ongoing incident.

July 16

Old Cambridge Turnpike (10:28am) — Court paperwork was served in hand to a person.

Stonehedge Road (12:11pm) — Several calls were received for a tree down blocking the roadway. The DPW was notified and ultimately removed the roadway encumbrance.

Hillside Road (8:27pm) — An officer responded to a residence for the report of damage done to a motor vehicle.

July 17

Wells Road (12:15am) — An officer spoke to a person about a residential disturbance.

Russett Court (2:14pm) — The Fire Department responded for a malfunctioning fire alarm. The malfunction was the result of dust build up. Maintenance was notified.

Todd Pond Road (2:20pm) — A caller reported the use of a gas-powered leaf blower in the area. An officer checked the residence but the landscape crew had left for the day.

Lincoln Road (6:49pm) — An officer spoke to a person about a civil matter.

South Great Road (9:13pm) — A caller reported a large unidentified object in the roadway. Officers checked the area but did not locate any obstructions.

July 18

Pierce Hill Road (9:26am) — A caller reported a damaged water meter. The Water Department was notified.

Baker Bridge Road (1:49pm) — A large branch was reported to be blocking one lane of the roadway. The area was marked off pending the arrival of the DPW.

Mill Street Extension (5:55pm) — A caller reported a tree smoldering on live electrical wires. Eversource arrived on scene a short time later and rectified the issue.

Huckleberry Hill (6:10pm) — An officer responded after a complaint about solicitors repeatedly visiting the same area. Officers checked but were unable to locate them.

Cambridge Turnpike westbound (7:31pm) — A caller reported electrical wires smoking along Route 2. Both state police and Lincoln police were unable to locate the reported incident.

July 19

Winter Street (7:15am) — A caller reported a large tree was blocking the roadway. An officer was able to move the limbs to the side of the road. The DPW was notified to collect the branches.

Wells Road (9:53pm) — An officer spoke with a person about the well-being of a family member.

June 22

Wells Road (3:26pm) — A person spoke to an officer regarding a possible scam.

Lincoln Police Department (10:01pm) — An officer spoke to a person about an ongoing issue.

Sandy Pond Road (1:01pm) — A caller reported a landscaper was using a gas-powered leaf blower. An officer spoke to a representative of the landscape company and advised them of the bylaw violation.

Wells Road (3:36pm) — An outside agency requested a well-being check on a person. Contact was made and the individual was OK.

June 23

Tower Road (8:40am) — A motorist reported observing a tree branch hanging on wires. An officer checked the area but could not locate any tree directly contacting utility wires.

Page Road (9:55am) — An officer spoke to a person about a civil process.

Old Bedford Road (5:14pm) — A caller reported a pedestrian in the area appearing to require assistance. An officer checked the area but found no one matching the provided description.

Lincoln Road (5:30pm) — An officer helped two motorists involved in a minor motor vehicle crash at the intersection of Lincoln Road and South Great Road. There were no reported injuries and both vehicles were able to be driven from the scene.

Sunnyside Lane (8:34am) — A caller reported a vehicle alarm had been sounding for a long time. An officer responded to the area. It appeared as though the vehicle alarm system had malfunctioned.

June 24

Sunnyside Lane (1:15am) — An officer responded back to the same residence as on the previous evening residence for a car alarm malfunction. Efforts were made to silence the alarm.

Hanscom Drive (7:11am) — Officers helped two motorists exchange information after a minor crash. There were no reported injuries and both vehicles were driven from the scene.

Bedford Road (7:54am) — A caller reported a wire across the sidewalk. An officer responded and was able to identify and mark a communication wire that had come loose. Verizon was notified.

Todd Pond Road (9:50am) — A caller reported observing a lethargic raccoon on their property. An officer checked the area but was unable to locate the torpid creature.

Woodcock Lane (11:05am) — A caller reported a person soliciting in the area without proper credentials. Officers checked the area but were unable to locate the individual.

Weston Road (1:38am) — Police received a second repot of unauthorized solicitation was received.

Greenridge Lane (3:09am) — A caller reported that a gas-powered leaf blower was being used in the area. An officer checked the area but was unable to locate the bylaw violation.

Blueberry Lane (3:41pm) — A caller reported hearing a loud boom followed by a loss of power. Eversource was notified.

Mary’s Way (4:32pm) — An officer spoke to a caller about a dispute with a neighbor.

Huckleberry Hill (6:25pm) — A caller reported a person possibly soliciting in the area. Officers located the person, who was associated with a pest control service, and advised them of the solicitation guidelines.

Harvest Circle (8:46pm) — An officer helped a caller check on a third party.

June 25

Trapelo Road (8:20pm) — A caller reported observing several parties fishing at the Cambridge Reservoir. The individuals were advised they were trespassing and sent on their way.

Woodcock Lane (10:26pm) — A caller reported hearing suspicious sounds. Officers checked the area but were unable to locate anything out of the ordinary.

June 26

Conant Road (12:20am) — An officer performed a well-being check on a person. The party in question was ok.

Harvest Circle (5:14am) — A person required assistance in locating some misplaced items.

Wells Road (4:49pm) — A person spoke with an officer about some items that appeared to be missing from their vehicle.

Cambridge Turnpike westbound (5:51pm) — An officer assisted the Massachusetts State Police with a minor crash on Route 2.

June 27

Cambridge Turnpike eastbound (5:13am) — An injured deer was reportedly in the roadway. The Massachusetts State Police were notified.

Sunnyside Lane (7:35am) — An outside agency requested assistance in finding the owner of a vehicle parked in another town. Contact was successfully made.

Conant Road (9:53am) — A caller reported that a vehicle was parked in a potentially dangerous position. An officer checked the area and traffic was able to safely pass in both directions.

Greenridge Lane (12:42pm) — A caller reported a landscaper using a gas-powered leaf blower. An officer advised the person about the bylaw.

June 28

Cambridge Turnpike eastbound (4:50am) — An officer assisted the Massachusetts State Police with a motor vehicle crash.

Woodcock Lane (11:01am) — A person reported being approached by a possible solicitor. Officers checked the area but were unable to locate the individual.

Liberty Lane, Hanscom AFB (1:47pm) — A person spoke to an officer regarding a possible bank fraud incident.

Trapelo Road (5:19pm and 6:52pm) — A caller reported hearing possible gun shots in the area. In both cases, officers checked the immediate and surrounding areas but didn’t see or hear anything out of the ordinary.

deCordova Museum (7:46pm) — Officers helped a person locate an overdue family member.

June 29

Warbler Springs Road (1:34am) — A notification was made to a resident at the request of an outside agency.

Ryan Estate (2:33pm) — An officer assisted a resident with a lockout.

June 30

Huckleberry Hill (2:21pm) — A wire was reportedly down in the roadway. The fire department identified the wire as low voltage and marked off the area. Eversource was notified.

Indian Camp Lane (11:26pm) — A caller reported a person walking along the side of the road appeared to be in some sort of distress. Officers checked the area but were unable to locate anyone matching the description.

July 1

Weston Road (5:39pm) — A caller reported a sick raccoon on their property. Upon arrival, officers were unable to locate the animal.

Weston Road (12:05pm) — A caller requested assistance with moving an appliance that had become stuck in a doorway. An officer responded and was able to free the appliance.

July 2

Old Concord Road (8:18pm) — A caller reported seeing a fox in their yard with a plastic bag around its head. Animal Control was notified.

July 3

Baker Farm Road (1:15pm) — A caller reported a vehicle parked in a manner that prevented access to the roadway. The vehicle belonged to a contracted service provider for a neighboring residence and was moved shortly thereafter.

Lincoln Road (6:56pm) — A caller reported a parked vehicle with an open door. The owner was contacted and the door was secured.

July 4

Baker Bridge Road (11:31am and 2:00pm — Several illegally parked vehicles were cited.

Ballfield Road (11:21pm) — A fallen tree was partially blocking a section of Ballfield Road. The tree was removed a short time later.

Lincoln Road (10:08pm) — Multiple railroad crossing gates were reportedly malfunctioning. Keolis was notified and normal operation resumed a short time after their arrival.

July 5

Cambridge Turnpike westbound (6:36am) — Police and fire units assisted the Massachusetts State Police with a hit-and-run motor vehicle crash on Route 2.

30 Heritage Road, Hanscom AFB (10:15am) — A person spoke to an officer about a possible harassment incident.

Canoe landing parking lot, South Great Road (7:55pm) — A caller reportedly lost their keys to their vehicle. A short time later, their spouse arrived on scene with a spare set.

South Great Road (9:34am) — A caller reported malfunctioning railroad gates. Keolis was on scene working the issue and normal operation was restored a short time later.

July 6

Nothing of note.

July 7

During a heavy rainstorm, there were reports of trees or branches down on Lincoln Road, South Great Road, and Mary’s Way.

Cambridge Turnpike westbound (8:37am) — Police and fire units assisted the Massachusetts State Police with a motor vehicle crash.

Old Sudbury Road (11:46am) — A tractor trailer unit was having difficulty negotiating a turn on South Great Road by Old Sudbury Road. Officers were able to help the vehicle successfully complete the turn.

Old Cambridge Turnpike (1:21pm) — A caller spoke with an officer about a harassment incident.

Codman Community Farms (5:11pm) — An officer assisted a motorist with a vehicle lockout.

Old Concord Road (9:34pm) — An officer contacted a person at the request of an outside agency.

Concord Road (7:43pm) — Officers checked a property for a report of a suspicious person. The property appeared secured and the individual in question was not located.

The charges against Lincoln Police Chief Sean Kennedy, who was suspended with pay in May 2025 after being arrested on domestic violence charges, have been dropped — but his professional fate is still undetermined, as a state commission has asked for more time to decide whether to fully restore his law enforcement certification.

Kennedy was arrested on May 10, 2025 and charged with assault and battery with a dangerous weapon (a wall) and assault and battery on a household member after an off-duty incident at his Westwood residence. The town of Lincoln immediately put him on paid administrative leave, and Jon Wentworth has been Acting Police Chief since then. Court records show that he pleaded not guilty and was released on $1,500 cash bail on May 12, 2025.

The Peace Officer Standards and Training Commission (POST) suspended Kennedy’s police certification on May 13, 2025 and had him turn in his uniform, badge, firearm and other equipment. The case was set for a bench trial on Aug. 8, 2025, at which point all charges were dismissed.

Kennedy later requested a suspension hearing, which was held on April 16, 2026. That same day, POST issued an order lifting the suspension. However, his status is still listed as “Further Certification Review.”

POST issues certifications for all peace officers in Massachusetts, setting statutory standards regarding age, education, background checks, and fitness for duty.

“Kennedy’s law enforcement certification expires on July 1, 2026, and the Commission received his recertification application earlier this month,” POST Director of Communications and Community Engagement told the Lincoln Squirrel on June 30. “After reviewing the application, the Commission determined that it requires additional time to make a decision. As a result, his status is listed as ‘Further Certification Review. While under this status, his underlying certification status will remain as ‘Certified,’ meaning he can serve as a law enforcement officer.”

Town Administrator Tim Higgins said on June 26 that while POST has not provided a specific timetable for completing its review, “we are hopeful the process will conclude within the next few months. Because POST’s determination is an important factor in the town’s decision-making, no final decision regarding the chief’s employment status or the long-term leadership of the Police Department will be made until that process is complete.

“We recognize that this matter has generated understandable public interest,” Higgins continued. “Once POST issues its final determination and the town has completed its review, the Select Board will publicly announce the outcome and any resulting decisions regarding Police Department leadership, consistent with applicable law governing personnel matters and public meetings.”