police & fire

February 6

Hemlock Circle (3:18 p.m.) — A caller reported being the possible victim of a phone scam.

February 7

Nothing of note.

February 8

Donelan’s (6:43 p.m.) — A caller reported losing their wallet earlier in the day at Donelan’s.

Cambridge Turnpike westbound (8:39 p.m.0 — A motorist reported seeing a dog cross Route 2 near the Lincoln/Lexington town line. Massachusetts State Police and Lexington Police were notified.

February 9

The Commons of Lincoln (1:40 a.m.) — An officer arrived on scene after a caller requested assistance.

Tack Room (4:00 a.m.) — An officer checked on a parked and occupied vehicle. The occupant was an employee of the Tack Room.

Lincoln Road (1:01 p.m.) — A minor motor vehicle crash occurred in the parking lot of Donelan’s Supermarket. All police units were committed to other calls. The operators were advised to exchange appropriate information.

Old Winter Street (2:12 p.m.) — A caller reported discovering some items that potentially were suspicious. After speaking with an officer, the items were properly discarded.

Wells Road (4:20 p.m.) — Officers came upon a person possibly in distress. They spoke to the individual, who eventually returned to their home.

Lincoln Road (6:00 p.m.) — A caller reported seeing a small leak coming from a fire hydrant. The Water Department was notified.

Trapelo Road (3:43 p.m.) — An officer checked on an parked and occupied vehicle. The operator was fine and was on their way.

February 11

Wells Road (2:00 p.m.) — A caller asked to speak with an officer.

Windingwood Lane (3:45 p.m.) — Officers responded to a residence regarding a civil matter.

February 12

South Great Road (11:32 a.m.) — A caller reported that the railroad gates at the South Great Road crossing may be malfunctioning. An officer responded to the area and monitored the gates, which appeared to be working properly. While on scene, a representative from Keolis arrived.

Winter Street (11:55 a.m.) — A caller requested assistance getting from Winter Street to the Lincoln train station. An officer provided a courtesy transport.

School Street, Needham (1:01 p.m.) — Needham Police requested assistance in locating an individual.

Stonehedge Road (2:26 p.m.) — A caller asked whether Verizon solicitors were authorized in their neighborhood. Verizon had been granted solicitation permits for several individuals.

Stonehedge Road (3:31 p.m.) — A second call about solicitors was received.

Concord Road (5:28 p.m.) — A two-vehicle crash occurred at the intersection of Concord Road and South Great Road when vehicle had failed to slow and stop for traffic, striking a stopped motor vehicle. There were no injuries reported. Both vehicles were driven from the scene.

Boyce Farm Road (5:52 p.m.) — Another caller asked whether Verizon solicitors were authorized in their neighborhood.

February 13

Nothing of note.

February 14

Weston Road (12:42 a.m.) — The Fire Department responded to a residence for a carbon monoxide alarm. The alarm was determined to be a false alarm resulting from a faulty detector.

Stonegate Gardens (1:08 a.m.) — An officer discovered an unsecured door at Stonegate Gardens. The property was checked; the door may have been improperly secured.

Wells Road (1:08 p.m.) — A caller asked to speak with an officer regarding an ongoing matter.

Old Cambridge Turnpike (2:00 p.m.) — An officer served an individual with court documents.

Huckleberry Hill (5:35 p.m.) — A caller requested a police response for someone knocking on their door. Police determined that the knocking most likely came from solicitors in the area.

Goose Pond Road (7:30 p.m.) — A caller reported seeing individuals walking in the street. The individuals were later determined to be Verizon solicitors.

February 15

Old Sudbury Road (6:32 a.m.) — A motorist reported the railroad gates were stuck in the down position. An officer remained on scene directing traffic for approximately 30 minutes until a Keolis representative arrived on scene.

Winter Street (1:00 p.m.) — A caller reported that the stop sign at Winter Street and Old County Road was missing. The DPW was notified.

Wells Road (1:34 p.m.) — An officer spoke to an individual regarding an on-going incident.

Wells Road (6:34 p.m.) — The Fire Department responded for an alarm activation due to cooking smoke.

Trapelo Road (10:38 p.m.) — A caller called to complain about the Verizon solicitors. The caller was advised to contact the Town Clerk regarding the “Do Not Solicit List.”

February 16

Tower Road (10:04 a.m.) — Police were called to a residence to perform a well-being check.

Lincoln Road (2:17 p.m.) — A caller reported that the railroad gates were stuck in the down position. An officer responded and determined the gates were stuck due to a disabled train. Within minutes, the train was on its way and the gates resumed normal function.

Bypass Road (2:37 p.m.) — A two-vehicle crash was reported on Bypass Road but was found to have occurred over the Concord town line. Concord Police and Fire Departments responded.

Hanscom AFB (4:05 p.m.) — Hanscom Air Force Base Security Forces reported that they had an individual stopped at the gate with an active arrest warrant. Lincoln Police arrived and took into custody Javon Epps, 32, from Rochester, N.H. Mr. Epps was booked and transported to Concord District Court.

South Great Road (9:17 p.m.) — A caller reported that two people exited a vehicle on South Great Road and were arguing. They ultimate re-entered the vehicle and continued on their way. An officer checked the area but was unable to locate the vehicle.

February 17

Old Concord Road (12:17 p.m.) — A caller reported their shed was on fire. The Lincoln Fire Department arrived on scene but most of the fire had been knocked down by the homeowner.

Old Winter Street (3:30 p.m.) — A person brought several items to the police station for destruction.

February 18

Codman Road (2:58 p.m.) — A caller reported a loose pig on Codman Road. Codman Community Farms personnel were notified.

February 19

Todd Pond Road (11:15 a.m.) — A caller spoke to an officer regarding a real estate scam.

Todd Pond Road (11:56 a.m.) — A caller reported a leaking water main. The Water Department was notified.

Sandy Pond Road (4:06 p.m.) — Officers checked the area for a reported stolen motor vehicle but didn’t find it.

Sandy Pond Road (7:59 p.m.) — A second call about the stolen vehicle was received. Officers checked the area again with negative results.

February 20

Wells Road (7:40 a.m.) — An officer spoke to a caller regarding a dispute.

Wells Road (8:07 p.m.) — An officer assisted a resident with their television.

Wells Road (1:13 p.m.) — An officer served court paperwork.

Beaver Pond Road (3:38 p.m.) — A caller reported a strong outside odor of natural gas. National Grid was notified.

Minebrook Road (4:06 p.m.) — An officer made contact with a Lincoln resident on behalf of the Sudbury Police Department.

Old Cambridge Turnpike (5:04 p.m.) — A caller requested assistance while they retrieved personal items from a residence.

Old Concord Road (5:16 p.m.) — A caller reported potholes on Old Concord Road. The DPW was notified.

Birchwood Lane (10:21 p.m.) — A caller reported a possible Facebook scam.

February 21

North Great Road (3:32 p.m.) — An officer checked Route 2A for a possibly lost motorist but did not make contact.

Lincoln Woods (3:30 p.m.) — An officer spoke to a resident regarding an ongoing matter.

Wells Road (4:55 p.m.) — An officer performed a well-being check on a resident.

Page Road (5:13 p.m.) — A resident reported possible mail theft.

North Great Road (5:32 p.m.) — A motorist reported a strong odor of natural gas on Route 2A near Hanscom Drive. The Fire Department arrived on scene and asked that National Grid be notified.

Old County Road (6:07 p.m.) — A vehicle struck a utility pole which collapsed into the roadway, taking with it electrical and utility wires. There were no injuries as a result of the crash. Due to the age of the operator, no other information can be provided.

Old County Road (6:15 p.m.) — A second call was received regarding the motor vehicle crash.

February 22

Lincoln Library (11:36 a.m.) — Library staff called regarding a party who had previously been trespassed. Before the officer’s arrival, the party had left the library.

Round Hill Road (4:07 p.m.) — An individual spoke to an officer about being the victim of identity theft.

Old Sudbury Road (4:19 p.m.) — Officers responded for an accidental Lifeline medical alert activation.

Virginia Road (6:14 p.m.) — A caller asked to speak with an officer regarding Eversource cutting their power.

Lincoln Woods (5:15 a.m.) — The Lincoln Fire Department responded for a fire alarm activation caused by steam from a shower.

January 27

Mall parking lot (1:36 a.m.) — An officer located an occupied vehicle parked at the mall. The occupant was a worker for Donelan’s.

Farrar Road (4:01 p.m.) — A caller reported a dog barking.

January 28

Baker Bridge Road (1:49 p.m.) — The Lincoln Fire Department assisted Emerson Hospital Advanced Life Support at a residence.

Wells Road (8:48 p.m.) — An officer helped a resident contact an outside agency regarding a well-being check.

January 29

North Great Road (9:35 a.m.) — A three-vehicle crash occurred on Route 2A by the Hartwell Tavern lot when a vehicle veered into opposing traffic and struck two other vehicles. The operator of one of the vehicles was transported to Emerson Hospital with minor injuries. The operator of the vehicle responsible for the crash was cited for a marked lanes violation.

Ridge Road (3:37 p.m.) — A resident called and spoke to an officer regarding an on-going incident.

Cambridge Turnpike westbound just past Bedford Road (5:15 p.m.) — Massachusetts State Police booked a crash on Route 2 westbound.

Silver Birch Lane (5:40 p.m.) — An officer responded to monitor the noise related to a barking dog complaint.

January 30

Wells Road (8:30 a.m.) — An officer served court paperwork to a resident.

Lincoln Road (1:06 p.m.) — An officer issued a parking ticket to an illegally parked motor vehicle in the commuter lot.

Old Winter Street (3:29 p.m.) — An officer assisted a resident with turning in discarded items.

Lincoln Road (6:41 p.m.) — Officers checked a property with an unsecured door. It appeared as though the door had been blown open by the wind.

January 31

Concord Turnpike (6:50 a.m.) — Report of a deceased animal on Route 2 in Concord. The call was forwarded to the Concord Police Department.

Todd Pond Road (2:12 p.m.) — A resident came to the police station to speak with an officer regarding a possible scam.

Codman Road (2:11 p.m.) — A caller reported an encounter with an unleashed dog on Codman Road. Animal Control was notified.

Lincoln Road — 2:26 p.m.) — An officer assisted an individual from the train depot to the Twisted Tree Café.

Tower Road (3:40 p.m.) — A resident reported possibly being the victim of identity fraud.

Concord Road (8:56 a.m.) — A caller reported an issue with a horse. Police were advised in the event the animal fled from the stable.

February 1

Old Winter Street (9:25 a.m.) — A caller requested assistance with a discarded item.

Kelly Lane, Hanscom AFB (10:28 a.m.) — An officer spoke to a resident regarding a dog incident.

Old Cambridge Turnpike (11:22 a.m.) — A resident spoke to an officer regarding possibly missing items.

Lincoln Road (11:40 a.m.) — A parking ticket was issued to an illegally parked motor vehicle in the commuter lot.

Lincoln MBTA Station (3:11 p.m.) — A caller reported seeing a female near the railroad tracks acting erratically. The female was then seen being picked up by another individual and clearing from the area. Officers checked the area but were unable to locate the female or related vehicle.

Ridge Road (4:36 p.m.) — A resident spoke with an officer regarding a past incident.

Lincoln Police Department (6:04 p.m.) — An officer spoke to a motorist who had their permitted family member practice driving in the police parking lot.

Stratford Way (6:39 p.m.) — A resident observed a vehicle and footprints in close proximity to their home. An officer responded and made contact with the vehicle’s operator.

February 2

Hillside Road (9:20 a.m.) — A resident called to report being the victim of possible identity fraud.

Lincoln Road (1:26 p.m.) — An officer responded to a residence and spoke to a party who might have been missing some items.

Virginia Road (2:47 p.m.) — An officer spoke to a resident regarding a possible scam.

February 3

Lincoln Road (11:24 a.m.) — A two-vehicle crash occurred when a vehicle failed to stop at the stop sign at Codman Road and struck another vehicle traveling on Lincoln Road. There were no reported injuries. The operator of the first vehicle was issued a citation.

South Great Road (4:35 p.m.) — A caller reported striking a deer. There was no damage to the vehicle and the deer ran off into the woods.

Winter Street (4:39 p.m.) — The Waltham Fire Department responded to Winter Street for a reported brush fire. The resulting fire was a controlled and permitted burn by a resident.

Silver Birch Lane (7:03 p.m.) — A resident reported a dog had been barking for an extended period of time. An officer responded to the area and did not hear the dog barking.

Silver Birch Lane (7:36 p.m.) — An office responded for a second time and discovered a dog barking at a residence. The homeowner was contacted and advised.

February 4

Goose Pond Road (2:01 p.m.) — An officer spoke to a resident regarding unsolicited text messages.

Kelly Lane, Hanscom AFB (2:36 p.m.) — An officer conducted an investigation regarding an ongoing incident.

February 5

Lincoln Road (1:19 p.m.) — An officer spoke to a resident regarding a civil matter.

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.

January 10

South Great Road (1:40 a.m.) — Keolis was notified of multiple issues with the railroad crossing gates at Route 117, Old Sudbury Road, and Tower Road. Officers remained on scene for approximately 40 minutes until maintenance crews arrived.

Lincoln Road (6:59 a.m.) — A two-vehicle crash occurred at the intersection with Route 117. A vehicle was attempting to turn onto Lincoln Road when it was struck by a vehicle traveling west on Rt. 117. The operator of the vehicle turning was issued a citation for failing to yield.

Codman Community Farms (11:30 a.m.) — A caller reported a vehicle idling for an excessive period of time. An officer responded and spoke with the operator.

Lincoln Road (12:40 p.m.) — An individual reported a suspicious encounter with another person. An officer spoke to all parties.

Old Concord Road (3:38 p.m.) — A caller observed that a door to their residence was open. Officers responded, checked the residence, and determined the door might have been opened by the wind.

January 11

Lincoln School (3:31 p.m.) — An individual inquired about a pet tarantula that they could no longer care for. They were promptly provided with information for Animal Control.

Old Sudbury Road (4:31 p.m.) — An officer performed a courtesy check of a residence at the request of the homeowner.

January 12

Old Cambridge Turnpike (3:16 p.m.) — An officer spoke with a resident regarding an ongoing issue.

Weston Road (6:19 p.m.) — A portion of Weston Road was closed in Lincoln due to a motor vehicle crash in Weston.

North Great Road (11:49 p.m.) — An officer checked on a parked unoccupied vehicle in the Visitor Center parking lot.

January 13

North Great Road (2:14 a.m.) — An officer spoke with a motorist who had pulled into the Paul Revere parking lot to rest.

January 14

South Great Road (5:58 p.m.) — A motorist reported that they had struck a deer. There was minimal damage to the vehicle and the deer ran off into the woods.

Silver Hill Road (8:18 p.m.) — A single vehicle crash occurred when the operator lost control of the vehicle after it slid on some ice. The DPW was notified to treat the iced-over section of roadway.

January 15

Baker Bridge Road (9:20 a.m. — A caller reported a water main break in their driveway. The Water Department was notified.

South Commons (9:34 a.m.) — An officer performed a well-being check on a resident.

January 16

Acorn Lane (2:50 a.m.) — The DPW called to report a car parked on the side of the road hampering their plowing efforts. The owner was contacted and the vehicle was removed.

Old Sudbury Road (8:34 a.m.) — A caller reported seeing an injured raccoon on the railroad tracks by Old Sudbury Road. Animal Control was notified.

Farrar Road (2:35 p.m.) — A plow truck backed into a vehicle traveling directly behind the plow. There were no injuries reported.

Lincoln Road (2:46 p.m.) — Multiple callers reported that all railroad gates malfunctioning. Officers responded to all crossings (with the exception of Tower Road, where the gates were functioning properly). Officers remained on scene for approximately one hour until Keolis could address the issue.

South Great Road (4:08 p.m.) — A vehicle had slowed to enter the gas station when it was struck from behind by a vehicle that failed to slow/yield. There were no injuries.

January 2

Old County Road (3:08 p.m.) — A motorist reported that their vehicle was struck by another that fled the scene. Investigation ongoing.

Wells Road (3:56 p.m.) — A resident called to speak with an officer regarding a civil matter.

Concord Road (3:57 p.m.) — An individual reported a trail camera on conservation property.

Hanscom AFB Vandenberg Gate (5:08 p.m.) — Hanscom Security Forces called to report that David Sousa, 50, of Malden had an active arrest warrant from the state of New Hampshire. Lincoln officers arrived on scene and took Sousa into custody. After being booked, he was transported to the Billerica House of Correction.

January 3

Trapelo Road (7:21 a.m.) — A caller reported seeing a deceased coyote in the roadway. An officer and DPW staff searched the area but were unable to locate the animal.

Bypass Road (11:04 a.m.) — A caller asked to speak to an officer regarding a past issue.

Acorn Lane (12:54 p.m.) — A caller reported seeing an unknown male in their yard. Police responded and confirmed the male to be an employee of the Cambridge Water Department.

MBTA Station (1:00 p.m.) — A vehicle was cited for nonpayment at the commuter lot.

Silver Birch Lane (5:04 p.m.) — A caller reported their neighbor’s dogs were barking. An officer responded and detected no noise.

Giles Road (5:51 p.m.) — A caller reported a large pack of coyotes in their yard barking at their dog.

Minuteman Technical High School (8:45 p.m.) — A caller reported their child was overdue. While on the phone with an officer, the child returned home.

January 4

Hanscom Law Enforcement, Robbins Road, Bedford (9:53 a.m.) — Hanscom Security Forces called to report that Daniel Chouinard, 42, of Beverly had an active arrest warrant out of Salem District Court. He was taken into custody, booked, and transported to Concord District Court.

Lincoln Road (1:38 p.m.) — A vehicle was cited for nonpayment at the commuter lot.

January 5

(Log temporarily unavailable)

January 6

Lincoln Road (9:39 a.m.) — A caller reported seeing a vehicle in the parking lot with the driver’s door open. An officer responded and secured the vehicle. It appeared the operator neglected to properly close the door.

Morningside Lane (4:28 p.m.) — A caller asked to speak to an officer regarding parking.

Wells Road (5:17 p.m.) — A resident spoke to an officer regarding a neighbor dispute.

January 7

There were reports of trees, branches or wires down starting at 7:07 a.m. on Blueberry Lane, Cedar Road, South Great Road, Beaver Pond Road, Tower Road, Bypass Road, Laurel Drive, Lexington Road, Old County Road, Lincoln Road, Conant Road, Boyce Farm Road, Silver Arc Lane, Mill Street, North Great Road, Sandy Pond Road, Huckleberry Hill, Sunnyside Lane, Baker Bridge Road, and Page Road.

North Great Road (11:37 p.m.) — A caller reported that a vehicle had crashed into a stone wall. There were no injuries.

Route 2 Gas (6:09 p.m.) — AAA called to report a possibly intoxicated motorist that crashed on Route 2. Massachusetts State Police were dispatched.

Bedford Road (10:39 p.m.) — A motorist drove into a fallen tree. There were no injuries. Eversource was notified due to downed wires.

January 8

There were reports of trees, branches or wires down starting at 8:16 a.m. on Trapelo Road, Page Road, Old Winter Street, Lincoln Cemetery, and Old Conant Road.

South Great Road (12:54 a.m.) — Eversource required Route 117 remain closed between Lincoln Road and Concord Road for emergency repairs to a utility pole. The road was reopened at approximately 5:30 a.m.

Lexington Road (8:07 a.m.) — A section of Lexington Road was plowed after the road had been closed due to downed trees and wires.

Fenway Lane, Hanscom AFB (12:24 p.m.) —Lincoln Police responded to Hanscom Air Force Base to assist Hanscom Security Forces and the Office of Special Investigations.

January 9

North Great Road (6:43 a.m.) — A crash occurred after a vehicle turning left from Hanscom Drive struck a vehicle turning left onto Hanscom Drive. There were no injuries reported.

Bypass Road (4:29 p.m.) — A crash occurred when a vehicle stopped with traffic and was struck from behind by another. There were no injuries reported. Both vehicles were towed from the scene.

Baker Bridge Road (4:56 p.m.) — A caller reported that there was no water service to a home. The Water Department was notified.

Cambridge Turnpike westbound (5:06 p.m.) — A motorist reported a two-vehicle crash on Route 2. Massachusetts State Police were on scene and handled booking the crash.

Codman Road (5:35 p.m.) — A caller reported seeing a male wearing all black walking on the side of Codman Road. An officer located the individual and provided some assistance while they made their way to a residence.

Codman Road (6:23 p.m.) — A second call about the same individual was received. An officer assisted the individual to an awaiting ride.

The end of 2023 saw two retirements from the Lincoln Police Department: Chief Kevin Kennedy and Sgt. Paul Westlund, who was officially signed out by Kennedy via radio for his final shift on December 27 after 23 years of service (see the video on both Facebook or Instagram).

Kennedy himself got the same recognition when he went off duty for the last time on December 15 — see a video on Facebook, and a photo and a note from him on Instagram. Kennedy served the Lincoln Police Department for 31 years and was named chief in 2014.

December 23

Minebrook Road (11:30 a.m.) — A caller reported that their dog was attacked by another while walking trails close to their residence. An officer responded and was able to identify all parties involved. The Animal Control Officer was notified.

Indian Camp Lane (2:36 p.m.) — A caller reported a family member had been missing for approximately 30 minutes. Police and fire resources responded to the scene. The missing individual was safely located a short time later.

Bedford Road (11:15 p.m.) — A caller requested an officer respond to their residence for an ongoing matter.

December 24

Lincoln Road (6:06 p.m.) — An individual called to speak with an officer regarding a previous incident.

Spruce Hill Road, Weston (7:33 p.m.) — Weston police called for mutual aid assistance for a check on a suspicious motor vehicle parked in their town. A Lincoln officer responded.

December 25

Tower Road (4:50 p.m.) — A caller requested a response to their residence. An officer responded and checked the property.

Giles Road (8:14 p.m.) — An officer responded to a residence to assist the homeowner.

December 26

The Commons of Lincoln (4:49 p.m.) — A caller requested to speak with an officer regarding a possible fraud.

Lexington Road (2:45 p.m.) — An officer followed up on a past altercation at the Lexington Road Cemetery.

December 27

Longmeadow Road (2:48 p.m.) — A caller reported their vehicle was struck while parked at the mall but they didn’t notice the damage until they returned home. An officer responded and took a report.

December 28

Moccasin Hill (1:13 p.m.) — Parties requested an officer’s presence for the signing of documents.

Meadowdam Road (4:33 p.m.) — A caller asked to speak with an officer about being the victim of a possible scam.

Concord Road (4:49 p.m.) — A two-vehicle crash occurred when a vehicle attempting to turn left onto Route 117 was struck from behind by a vehicle attempting to travel straight on Route 126. There were no reported injuries and both vehicles were able to be driven from the scene.

December 29

Bypass Road (1:30 a.m.) — An officer spoke to several individuals regarding a landlord/tenant dispute.

Virginia Road (11:27 a.m.) — The Council on Aging and Human Services requested a well-being check on a resident. Officers checked the residence but the person no longer resides at the provided address.

Trapelo Road (2:28 p.m.) — A caller reported seeing a dog run into the roadway then run back into a yard on Trapelo Road. The caller was advised that there is no leash law but took note should a dog be reported missing.

South Great Road (7:12 p.m.) — A caller reported that the railroad gates were stuck down at the Route 117 crossing. An officer responded and observed that the gates appeared to be working without issue. The MBTA and Keolis were notified of the apparent malfunction.

Wells Road (8:14 p.m.) — The Fire Department responded for an odor of natural gas coming from the roadway. The Fire Department metered the area and detected normal readings. National Grid was notified.

December 30

Nothing of note.

December 31

Fire Department personnel rescued a hiker on Mt Misery who had injured their leg. They were removed from the woods using their specialized ATV rescue setup. The patient was then transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

(Editor’s note: for reasons of patient privacy, the Lincoln Squirrel normally does not report on medical-related calls logged by the Police and Fire Departments, but this incident was reported by the Fire Department on their Instagram page.)

January 1

Lincoln Road (6:11 p.m.) — A walk-in at the police station reported the railroad gates at Lincoln Road were repeatedly going up and down without a train passing through. An officer responded to monitor. Keolis was notified.

December 15

Cambridge Turnpike eastbound (4:55 a.m.) — A caller reported a downed tree and deceased deer on Route 2 East. MassDOT and the state police were notified.

Lincoln Gas and Auto, South Great Road (12:20 p.m.) — An officer spoke to an individual regarding an ongoing issue.

Tower Road (12:30 p.m.) — An officer performed a well-being check.

Wells Road (1:12 p.m.) — A party came to the station to speak with an officer regarding possible bank fraud.

December 16

Boyce Farm Road (11:57 a.m.) — A resident reported a strong odor of natural gas inside the residence. The Fire Department vented the structure. National Grid was notified and gas service to the residence was shut off as a precaution.

Ryan Estate (1:04 p.m.) — A caller spoke to an officer regarding an ongoing issue.

Greenridge Lane (7:04 p.m.) — A neighboring agency requested assistance with notification to a resident.

December 17

Wells Road (1:52 a.m.) — Officers responded to a residence to speak to the occupants regarding an ongoing issue.

Tower Field Lane (11:22 a.m.) — A caller reported seeing an injured coyote near their home. The animal eventually made its way into a wooded area.

Trapelo Road (2:29 p.m.) — A delivery van was reported to be on fire. The Fire Department responded and extinguished the blaze. The vehicle was towed from the scene.

December 18

Police received reports of wires and/or branches down (multiple calls for the same street in some cases) starting at 5:05 a.m. on Codman Road, Greenridge Lane, Lincoln Road, Weston Road, Hillside Road, South Great Road, Tower Road, Lexington Road, Trapelo Road, Beaver Pond Road, Huckleberry Hill, Baker Bridge Road, Concord Road, Bedford Road, Laurel Drive, Old County Road, and Mill Street throughout the day and night into Monday morning. There were further reports on December 19 on Sandy Pond Road and Concord Road.

North Great Road (6:41 a.m.) — A vehicle struck a deer but was able to be driven from the scene.

Hillside Road (7:11 p.m.) — Due to an extended power outage, police performed a well-being check.

December 19

Cambridge Turnpike westbound (3:29 p.m.) — Due to an extended power outage, police performed a well-being check.

Old Conant Road (6:12 p.m.) — A caller reported seeing several individuals walking down the roadway with flashlights. Officers checked the area but were unable to locate them.

Silver Birch Lane (7:55 p.m. and 8:50 p.m.) — A caller reported their neighbor’s dog was intermittently barking. An officer checked the area for approximately 15 minutes and detected no noise.

Ballfield Road (9:14 p.m.) — School staff reported seeing a dirt bike being operated on the school campus. The area was checked but the dirt bike was gone on arrival.

December 20

Trapelo Road (7:43 a.m.) — An officer responded for a minor two-vehicle crash and assisted both operators with exchanging pertinent information. Both vehicles were able to be driven from the scene.

South Great Road (9:25 a.m.) — Post office staff report a package had been stolen from a residence. An officer responded.

Deerhaven Road (9:27 a.m.) — A postal employee reported seeing a suspicious vehicle. An officer responded but was unable to locate the vehicle in question.

Giles Road (12:01 p.m.) — A resident reported seeing a suspicious vehicle parked on the side of the road. An officer responded but the vehicle was gone.

Bowles Terrace (5:22 p.m.) — A delivery driver called in to request a well-being check. An officer responded and determined there was no issue at the residence.

Todd Pond Road (8:48 p.m.) — A caller reported utility vehicles idling in close proximity to their home. The utility vehicles were performing tree work.

Horseshoe Lane (10:39 p.m.) — A caller reported a suspicious vehicle parked at the end of their driveway that might have been a contracted delivery vehicle. An officer checked the area but was unable to locate the vehicle.

December 21

Minuteman Technical High School (3:27 p.m.) — A staff member requested to speak with an officer.

Bedford Road (7:28 p.m.) — A caller requested a well-being check on a neighbor.

December 22

Lincoln Road (11:40 a.m.) — A motorist reported the railroad gates on Lincoln Road went down, then back up without a train passing by. An officer responded and the gates appeared to be working properly. Keolis was notified.

South Great Road (2:29 p.m.) — MBTA police reported that a male was observed walking on the tracks by the Route 117 crossing. Officers checked the area but were unable to locate the person.

South Great Road (7:13 p.m.) — A caller reported the Route 117 railroad gates were malfunctioning. An officer responded to the area to monitor. Keolis was notified.

Cambridge Turnpike eastbound (10:59 p.m.) — A caller asked to speak with an officer regarding a past incident.

Mill Street (3:04 a.m.) — An officer provided a courtesy transport to an individual trying to return to their residence.

November 30

Lincoln Road (9:34 a.m.) — A motorist struck a stone wall and utility pole. The vehicle was towed from the scene; the operator was uninjured.

Lincoln Road (1:50 p.m.) — A resident called to report their personal information being compromised via an online scam.

Silver Birch Lane (2:46 p.m.) — A caller reported a dog intermittently barking for several hours. They were advised to contact Animal Control.

South Great Road (4:44 p.m.) — A motorist struck a deer in the town of Weston but had stopped to assess the damage in Lincoln. Weston Police handled the incident.

December 1

Weston Road (2:57 p.m.) — An individual came to the station to report being a victim of a possible scam.

Wells Road (4:10 p.m.) — The Fire Department responded for a fire alarm activation. The alarm was due to cooking smoke.

Brooks Hill Road (8:11 p.m.) — A caller reported their water meter was leaking. The Water Department was notified.

December 2

Cambridge Turnpike westbound (2:14 a.m.) — A vehicle was pulled over for speeding on Route 2. The operator, Julie Jaworski, 47, of Bolton was subsequently arrested for operating under the influence of liquor. She was booked, then bailed and ordered to appear at Concord District Court on December 4.

Lexington Road (4:03 a.m.) — A 911 caller reported two people arguing in a vehicle on Route 2. Massachusetts State Police were able to stop the vehicle and check on the well-being of all occupants.

North Great Road (10:25 a.m.) — A caller reported seeing a vehicle strike a sign on Route 2A by Bedford Road. Police responded to the scene and located the operator and occupants. The vehicle was towed from the scene.

Todd Pond Road (11:09 a.m.) — A caller reported their dog was missing. Animal Control was notified.

Lincoln School (5:27 p.m.) — A caller reported that they could not find their vehicle. The vehicle was located moments later.

Red Rail Farm (6:31 p.m.) — A caller reported hearing a dog barking in the woods. Animal Control was notified.

December 3

Bedford Road (2:15 a.m.) — While on patrol, an officer observed a white male ducking behind a fence as they approached. The area was checked but the individual was not located.

Mount Misery parking lot (10:04 a.m.) — An officer responded for a vehicle that had been involved in a crash the previous evening. The operator was issued a citation for leaving the scene of a property damage crash.

Ridge Road (10:48 p.m.) — A caller requested a well-being check on their neighbor. The neighbor was at work and was fine.

December 4

Hemlock Circle (4:33 p.m.) — Officers were able to make contact with a party who had not been heard from for a brief period.

Brooks Road (11:30 p.m.) — A caller reported their dog had left the residence. Animal Control was notified.

December 5

Mill Street (2:09 a.m.) — A caller reported a suspicious motor vehicle parked on the side of the road. The vehicle was picking up a person and were on their way shortly.

Blackburnian Road (1:00 p.m.) — A caller reported a possible suspicious vehicle near their property. Officers checked the area but were unable to locate the vehicle.

South Great Road (5:38 p.m.) — Multiple callers reported a two-vehicle crash at the intersection of Lincoln Road and South Great Road. A vehicle traveling north attempted to turn west onto South Great Road when they struck a vehicle traveling south on Lincoln Road. None of the occupants were injured. Both vehicles had to be towed from the scene.

December 6

Hanscom Drive (6:48 a.m.) — Hanscom Security Forces called for assistance with a party who had an active arrest warrant. The occupant fled the area prior to Lincoln officers arriving on scene. The areas was checked but the vehicle was not found.

Mount Misery parking lot (4:04 p.m.) — Police responded to the parking lot to help two motorists exchange paperwork after a minor motor vehicle crash.

Hillside Road (4:32 p.m.) — A caller reported an overdue cyclist who returned while speaking with an officer.

Trapelo Road, Waltham (4:37 p.m.) — Waltham Police called to report one of their cruisers was stolen after striking and killing Officer Paul Tracey and National Grid Worker Roderick Jackson on Totten Pond Road. Officers responded to the town line in case the vehicle entered Lincoln. Peter Simon, 54, of Woodsville, N.H., was subsequently arrested.

December 7

Old Sudbury Road (6:34 a.m.) — A caller reported the railroad crossing gates were stuck in the down position. The MBTA and Keolis were notified and a technician was en route.

South Great Road (4:42 p.m.) — A caller reported that the railroad gates appeared to be malfunctioning. An officer responded to the Route 117 crossing and observed that the gates appeared to be functioning properly.

Russett Court (8:54 p.m.) — A receptionist from The Commons called to report a suspicious motor vehicle in the lot. An officer checked the area but was unable to locate the vehicle.

December 8

Concord Road (12:49 a.m. and 7:46 a.m.) — A caller reported a possible scam involving chimney repair.

Cambridge Turnpike eastbound (7:47 a.m.) — A 911 caller reported a three-vehicle crash on Route 2. Massachusetts State Police responded and handled the crash.

Conant Road (2:07 p.m.) — Officers responded to a residence for a reported house break. The incident and investigation are ongoing.

Cambridge Turnpike eastbound (4:24 p.m.) — A caller reported seeing a male walking on the Jersey barriers separating the travel lanes of Route 2. Lincoln police and Massachusetts State Police were notified. The area was checked but the individual was not located.

December 9

South Great Road (2:32 p.m.) — A caller reported their residence was burglarized. An investigation is ongoing.

Woodcock Lane (3:54 p.m.) — A caller reported seeing a sick raccoon in their yard. The animal was dispatched by responding officers.

Lincoln Road (6:28 p.m.) — A motorist reported striking a deer on Lincoln Road. There appeared to be no damage to the vehicle and the deer was nowhere to be found.

December 10

Sandy Pond Road (1:30 p.m.) — A caller reported a strange encounter with an individual in the woods.

Mill Street (10:21 p.m.) — A caller reported suspicious persons on their property. The individuals were later determined to be Eversource employees.

Weston Road (10:24 p.m.) — An overly protective Apple watch automatically notified 911 of a nonexistent medical emergency. Responding units were cancelled prior to arrival.

Bedford Road (10:44 p.m.) — An officer observed the street signs above the flower pot at Five Corners had fallen due to wind. The DPW was notified.

December 11

Tower Road (10:07 a.m.) — Police responded to a residence for a well-being check.

Codman Community Farms (1:45 p.m.) — An officer was notified that a previously noted alleged thief had been seen on the property again. Staff were able to identify and contact the suspect, who returned to pay for the items (see “Farm store thief busted after being caught on camera — twice“).

South Great Road (2:27 p.m.) — Concord police asked Lincoln officers to be on the lookout for a blue Tesla involved in an incident in the town of Concord.

South Great Road (5:31 pm.) — Concord police called to notify they had stopped the vehicle in question that they had previously requested assistance in locating.

Bedford Lane (4:56 p.m.) — A caller reported a suspicious vehicle that had been parked unattended for some time. A short time later, the vehicle’s operator returned and left the area.

Wells Road (7:20 p.m.) — Officers responded to a residence and assisted the occupants with a civil matter.

December 12

Wells Road (12:41 a.m.) — Police responded to a residence for a noise complaint.

Lincoln Road (1:06 a.m.) — A caller reported a parked mail truck with malfunctioning headlights. An officer responded and confirmed that the headlights were malfunctioning.

Silver Birch Lane (9:46 p.m.) — A caller reported that a neighbor’s dog was intermittently barking over a period of time. Animal Control was notified.

December 13

Donelan’s Supermarket (2:25 a.m.) — An officer had an encounter with an individual looking for assistance in getting to Waltham.

December 14

Everett Street, Concord (8:40 a.m.) — Lincoln police assisted Concord police in locating a female. Concord ultimately located the individual in question.

November 20

Conant Road (9:52 a.m.) — A caller reported their two dogs ran away from home. Officers checked the area and Animal Control was notified.

Bypass Road (10:04 a.m.) — A caller requested assistance with an on-going issue.

Tower Road (1:50 p.m.) — Officers performed a well-being check on a resident at the request of a family member.

Old Concord Road (3:21 p.m.) — An individual spoke with an officer regarding a fraudulent email.

Farrar Road (6:36 p.m.) — Waltham police requested assistance in contacting an individual.

November 21

Forester Road (6:22 a.m.) — A caller reported a vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed in the area. An officer was dispatched and checked the area but was unable to locate the vehicle.

South Great Road (8:27 a.m.) — A vehicle turning left onto Route 117 from Tower Road was struck by a vehicle traveling east on Route 117. The operator of the vehicle turning left was issued a citation for failing to yield to oncoming traffic. There were no injuries reported. The vehicle turning left had to be towed from the scene.

Wheeler Road (3:16 p.m.) — An officer spoke to an individual who was the victim of a possible banking scam.

Woodcock Lane (4:13 p.m.) — An officer spoke to an individual regarding a past dog bite. Animal Control was notified.

Weston Road (4:21 p.m.) — A caller asked to speak to an officer regarding an ongoing issue.

Todd Pond Road (5:14 p.m.) — A caller spoke to an officer regarding information about a previous incident.

November 22

Old County Road (8:54 a.m.) — A three-vehicle crash was reported on Route 2 near Old County Road. The Massachusetts State Police handled the crash.

Bypass Road (9:30 a.m.) —Lincoln Police assisted Concord police and the national park rangers with a vehicle that slid off the road.

Lincoln Police Department (1:35 p.m.) — An individual recovered some property.

November 23

Nothing of note.

November 24

Nothing of note.

November 25

South Great Road (1:04 a.m.) — An officer spoke to an operator of a vehicle parked at Mt. Misery. The operator was advised that the lot closes at sundown.

Hanscom AFB Vandenberg Gate (1:43 a.m.) — Hanscom AFB security forces personnel requested assistance with a vehicle approaching the Sartain Gate. Offers responded and assisted.

Reiling Pond Road (6:01 p.m.) — A resident called about people in their backyard. The individuals were hunters that had been given permission to be there.

Bypass Road (9:12 p.m.) — A resident requested help with an ongoing situation. Police arrived on scene and provided assistance.

Wells Road (11:52 p.m.) — A caller requested assistance returning to their residence due to several coyotes spotted nearby.

November 26

Sunnyside Lane (10:05 a.m.) — A caller requested police assistance for a well-being check.

Tracey’s Gas Station (4:51 p.m.) — An odor of natural gas was reported. The Fire Department responded and metered the area. Tennessee Pipeline was also contacted as a precaution.

Oak Knoll Road (7:45 p.m.) — A caller reported their dog was attacked by another dog while on a walk. An officer took a report and notified Animal Control.

Aspen Circle (8:35 p.m.) — A well-being check was performed on an individual at the request of a family member.

November 27

Blackburnian Road (8:05 a.m.) — A caller reported the theft of an item from their residence. An investigation is ongoing.

Tower Road (2:20 p.m.) — The Fire Department responded for a problem with a residential furnace.

Tower Road (same address as previous) (4:23 p.m.) — The Lincoln Fire Department responded for a possible chimney fire. Several neighboring towns were activated for a mutual aid response. The fire was extinguished and the scene was clear approximately one hour after units had arrived on scene.

November 28

Lewis Street (7:03 a.m.) — An individual reported a past assault and battery. An investigation is ongoing.

Cambridge Turnpike eastbound (7:38 a.m.) — A caller reported a deceased animal on Route 2. MassDOT was notified.

Oxbow Road (12:54 p.m.) — The Mattapoisett Police requested assistance in contacting a resident.

November 29

Sunnyside Lane (12:50 a.m.) — A caller reported seeing a red flashing light outside their residence. The light was coming from a septic system.

Concord Road, Weston (9:36 a.m.) —The Weston Fire Department asked the Lincoln Fire Department ladder truck to respond to their town.

Old Sudbury Road (1:25 p.m.) — A caller reported that the railroad gates on Old Sudbury Road appeared to have malfunctioned. The MBTA and Keolis were notified.

Blackburnian Road (3:00 p.m.) — An officer spoke to a person who reported that a fraudulent credit card had been opened in their name.

Offutt Road, Hanscom AFB (5:12 p.m.) — A caller reported losing their wallet and called to see if it had been turned in.

Tower Road (5:47 p.m.) — A caller reported that their child had been missing for approximately one hour. Police and fire units responded and began a search. A short time later, the child was located at a friend’s home.