police & fire

May 1

Concord Road (4:30 p.m.) — Caller reported an odor of natural gas outside. Fire Department responded and found no odor.

Weston Road (4:49 p.m.) — Resident called reported being locked out of their house. Fire Department responded and assisted the resident.

May 2

Conant Road (10:22 a.m.) — A resident came into the station to speak to an officer regarding a civil matter. An officer spoke to them and advised them of their legal options.

Mount Misery parking lot (4:07 p.m.) — Caller reported a vehicle on fire. The vehicle was in the lot and was overheating but not on fire.

Concord Road (5:44 p.m.) — Wayland police advised that their police units are all busy with a certain matter and request that Lincoln police remain near the town line to respond to any emergencies in Wayland.

South Great Road (6:55 p.m.) — Report of a dog walking in the area with no tags. Animal Control was advised.

Lincoln Police Department (11:44 p.m.) — Concord Police requested a courtesy booking for an arrest they had made.

May 3

Waltham Street, Lexington (1:20 p.m.) — Lexington Fire Department requested an ambulance for a medical issue in their town. Lincoln Fire Department responded and transported a party to the Lahey Clinic.

May 4

National Park Visitor Center (1:07 a.m.) — Officer checked on an unoccupied vehicle parked in the lot.

Trapelo Road (7:59 a.m.) — Two-car crash Trapelo Road at Old County Road. No injuries; one vehicle was towed.

North Commons (8:36 a.m.) — Caller reported their dog went missing the previous night and asked to speak to Animal Control. Animal Control was notified to contact the resident.

Lincoln Road (2:20 p.m.) — A shop owner asked to speak to an officer regarding kids misbehaving at their store and causing a problem. An officer responded and spoke to the shop owner and will be following up with the parties involved.

Donelan’s Supermarket (4:20 p.m.) — Two parties came to the station to report that they just got into a verbal exchange with a party outside Donelan’s and they wanted to make the police aware. An officer took a report; no crime had occurred.

May 5

Hanscom Field (9:24 a.m.) — Massport Fire asked the Fire Department to respond for a plane en route with an emergency. Call was cancelled while en route.

Harvest Circle (3:26 p.m.) — Officer responded to a minor motor vehicle crash in a parking lot involving a pedestrian. An officer took a report and the party refused medical treatment on scene.

Wells Road (6:22 p.m.) — Caller complained about racoons in their backyard. The animals were on private property and the management company was advised that they need to handle the matter with a wildlife/pest company.

May 6

Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington (1:29 p.m.) — Detective Ian Spencer assisted Lexington police with a forensic sketch regarding an investigation of theirs.

Concord Road (2:19 p.m.) — A family member requested a well-being check on the resident. An officer responded and everything was fine. The officer assisted the party with locating the GPS function on their new phone to get to an appointment.

Acorn Lane (8:50 p.m.) — Caller complaining about a vehicle parked on the street. The owner of the vehicle lives nearby and is moving the vehicle into their driveway.

May 7

Donelan’s Supermarket (1:13 a.m.) — Officer checked on a vehicle parked in the lot. The vehicle belongs to the cleaners working at Donelan’s.

Trapelo Road (1:24 a.m.) — Officer found a couple bags of trash on the side of the roadway near Tabor Hill Road. The DPW was notified.

Rockwood Lane (3:47 a.m.) — Sudbury police requested a well-being check on an individual who was overdue in meeting someone in Sudbury. Sudbury police then called back to report the party has been located and everything was fine.

Smith Hill Road (6:35 p.m.) — An officer responded to the residence to give notification of the passing of a family member.

Lincoln Police Department (8:50 p.m.) — A walk-in to the station was looking to a place to stay. The party was traveling from New York City and thought they were close to Concord, N.H. An officer assisted the party with a ride to Alewife to get into Boston.

May 8

Cambridge Turnpike westbound (11:14 a.m.) — Caller reported two dead animals in the breakdown lane. State Police Concord notified.

Wells Road (6:09 p.m.) — A party came to the station and reported being the vehicle of a scam via the internet. Report taken.

May 9

Cambridge Turnpike westbound (6:26 a.m.) — Report of a one-car crash into the woods near Bedford Road. No injuries; officers assisted State Police, who handled the crash report.

South Great Road (9:53 a.m.) — Car-vs.-deer crash. Minor damage to the vehicle. DPW was notified to remove the deceased deer from the side of the roadway

Baker Bridge Road (8:20 p.m.) — Officer checking on a party parked in the Food Project lot. They had pulled over to use their phone.

Mill Street (3:05 a.m.) — Officer checked on a construction vehicle with its lights on. It appeared to be neglect; the officer was able to turn the lights off.

May 10

Indian Hill Road, Weston (8:08 a.m.) — Weston Fire Department requested an ambulance for a medical issue. Lincoln Fire Department responded and transported a party to a local hospital.

South Avenue, Weston (8:35 a.m.) — Weston Fire Department requested an engine to cover their station as they have a fire in town.

Codman Road (10:51 a.m.) — A party came to the station reporting being the victim of check fraud. Report taken, investigation ongoing.

Trapelo Road (12:22 p.m.) — Caller reported a party came to their door and identified themselves as a federal law enforcement officer and they thought it was suspicious. Officers responded and made contact with the party; they were in fact who they said they were.

Wells Road (6:53 p.m.) — Caller reported an odor of gas. Fire Department responded and checked and found no readings; everything appeared to be fine.

April 14

Lincoln Road (9:08 am.) — Caller reported an owl in the middle of the road near Todd Pond Road. An officer checked and the owl was gone on arrival.

Minuteman Technical High School (10:43 a.m.) — Report of assault and battery. Information regarding juvenile(s) withheld.

South Brook Road (2:04 p.m.) — Officer spoke to a resident about their U.S. mail being forwarded. Report taken, investigation ongoing.

Oakdale Lane (5:11 p.m.) — Report of someone filing taxes using caller’s Social Security information. Report taken.

April 15

South Great Road (10:10 a.m.) — Caller reported gates were down and then went back up and down with no train coming through. MBTA was notified and they were (workers on scene were working on the system).

Concord Road (11:43 am.) — One-car crash near Hillside Road. One person injured; vehicle towed.

Deerhaven Road (1:30 p.m.) — Report of a leak from resident’s their tank. Fire Department responded and located and contained a small leak. Oil company was notified.

South Great Road (5:51 p.m.) — Caller reported a male party walking along Route 117 near the Weston town who appeared to be lost or confused. Officers located the party just over the town line in Weston and notified Weston police. The party was reported missing out of Belmont.

Lincoln Station (7:03 p.m.) — MBTA called to reporting there were eight intoxicated parties on the train coming into the station who they asked to be removed from the train. While en route, the MBTA called back to report the people were now cooperative and no longer needed a police response.

Old County Road (9:22 p.m.) — Caller reported seeing odd-looking lights near the reservoir. Officers checked but were unable to locate.

April 16

North Great Road (12:25 p.m.) — Officer checked on a vehicle parked off the roadway with no one around.

April 17

Windingwood Lane (2:19 p.m.) — Caller reported an unwanted party in their house who was refusing to leave. Officers responded but the party had left prior to the officers arrival.

April 18

Bedford Road (6:15 a.m.) — An officer assisted the Lincoln Minute Men with their walk to Concord.

April 19

South Great Road (11:46 a.m.) — Officer checked on a work crew blocking a lane on Route 117. The crew was checking on a pole and subsequently moved off to the side of the roadway.

Beaver Pond Road (2:16 p.m.) — Caller reported that a van turning around in their driveway was stuck and causing damage to their lawn. An officer responded and requested a tow truck to pull the vehicle off the lawn. Information was exchanged with the owner and driver to pay for any damage to the lawn.

Old Sudbury Road (11:16 p.m.) — Caller reported a loud noise outside their home and asked that an officer check the property. An officer checked and everything appeared to be fine.

April 20

Lexington Road (9:05 a.m.) — Resident emailed a report that someone harassed them by pulling up to the property in a vehicle and yelling at them. The resident provided a license plate number. Officers followed up with the involved party.

Bedford Road (2:32 p.m.) — A person fell off their bicycle while riding on Bedford Road (no vehicle involved). They refused medical treatment.

South Great Road (3:40 p.m.) — Two-car crash near Mt. Misery. One party was transported to Emerson Hospital and vehicle was towed.

April 5

Hanscom Vandenberg Gate (8:03 p.m.) — Hanscom Security Forces reported that Jesse Yuknis, 46, of Woburn was at Gate 1 attempting to get on the base and had an arrest warrant for traffic offenses. An officer responded and took him into custody. He was booked and later brought to Concord District Court.

Todd Pond Road (5:35 p.m.) — A party came to the station and reported that someone called and attempted to defraud them. The reporting party did not send them any money.

Lincoln Woods Road (5:38 p.m.) — Party called reporting their dog was missing. Information was recorded in case the dog is seen.

Weston Road (9:51 p.m.) — Caller reported a large vehicle was parked on the roadway between the Pierce House and Silver Hill Road. An officer checked and the parties were on their way.

April 6

Wells Road (4:47 p.m.) — A party who was waiting to be picked up in West Concord couldn’t get in touch with their ride. An officer delivered the message to the resident.

April 7

Old Concord Road (10:59 a.m.) — A party called to report multiple construction vehicles parked on the roadway. Officer checked and found no hazard.

Lincoln Road (5:20 p.m.) — Officer tried to contact a resident regarding court paperwork. The party no longer lives in town.

Old Concord Road (8:12 p.m.) — Party reporting wires arcing outside their house. The Fire Department responded and Eversource was notified.

April 8

T&F Auto, Concord Road (1:34 a.m.) — An officer checked on a vehicle in the lot with their lights on. It appeared to be neglect; no one was around the vehicle.

Minebrook Road (1:28 p.m.) — Caller reported an odd smell inside the home. Fire Department responded and found that a cleaning solution caused the odor.

Cherry Brook Road, Weston (7:37 p.m.) — Officers assisted Weston police with a large gathering at a residence.

April 9

Transfer station (10:27 a.m.) — Caller reported they locked their vehicle at the transfer station with a child inside. An officer and the Fire Department responded to assist.

Boyce Farm Road (12:25 p.m.) — Officers responded to a residence to assist with a civil matter. They spoke to both involved parties and informed them of their legal rights.

Police station (5:12 p.m.) — Resident called to report they twisted their knee getting off the train that day. No medical attention needed; just wanted it documented.

Visitor Center, North Great Road (9:23 p.m.) — Officer checked on a vehicle parked in the parking lot. They were sent on their way.

Sandy Pond Road (9:54 p.m.) — Officer checked on a vehicle pulled to the side of the roadway. The party was lost and the officer assisted them.

April 10

Old Sudbury Road (12:44 a.m.) — Party reported hitting a small animal. Officer responded and moved the animal to the side of the roadway. DPW notified.

Hartwell Lot, North Great Road (1:07 a.m.) — Officer checked on a party in the parking lot. The driver had pulled over to rest.

Cambridge Turnpike westbound (2:36 a.m.) — Officer stopped a vehicle and after an investigation, Jacob Kline, 23, of Acton was arrested for OUI–liquor, marked lane violation, and speeding. He was later bailed to appear in Concord District Court.

Cherry Brook Road, Weston (10:45 a.m.) — Weston Fire Department requested an ambulance for a medical emergency. Lincoln Fire Department transported the party to Newton-Wellesley Hospital.

Wells Road (4:24 p.m.) — Resident reported that they believed someone may have taken their property. An officer responded and took a report.

Bedford Road (4:34 p.m.) — Officers and Fire Department responded to a car-vs.-bicycle crash at the intersection with Route 2A. One party was transported to Lahey Clinic.

Sandy Pond Road (9:24 p.m.) — A resident called regarding a civil matter involving a landscaper. An officer responded and assisted the resident.

April 11

Old County Road (7:38 a.m.) — A party called reporting they had struck the guardrail after avoiding hitting an animal. No injuries; vehicle was towed from the scene.

Conant Road (9:17 a.m.) — Party called reporting fraudulent activity on their credit card. Officer took a report; investigation ongoing.

Old Sudbury Road (3:25 p.m.) — Near-miss of car by train at railroad crossing (click here for details).

Old County Road (5:40 p.m.) — One-vehicle crash into a telephone pole. Officers responded and notified Verizon to repair the pole. No injuries; vehicle was towed from the scene.

South Great Road (6:51 p.m.) — Caller reported the railroad gates were stuck down. MBTA notified; an officer responded and found MBTA personnel already on scene.

Emerson Hospital, Concord (8:11 p.m.) — Concord police requested an officer to assist with a disturbance at the hospital. The officer was cancelled while en route.

Concord Greene, Concord (10:02 p.m.) — Concord police requested an officer to assist with a disturbance. The officer was cancelled while en route.

April 12

Hanscom Drive (2:36 a.m.) — Hanscom Security Forces reported they stopped a vehicle outside the gate and the party was uncooperative. An officer responded and state police were already on scene.

South Great Road (8:26 a.m.) — Caller reported their vehicle was struck while they were pulling out of the driveway and the vehicle continued on Route 117. Minor damage. An officer took a report; the other vehicle was not located.

Lincoln Road (8:48 a.m.) — A walk-in to the station reported that there was a problem with the railroad gates at Route 117 the day before. Party was advised that the MBTA is aware, and they too can contact the MBTA if they like.

1200 Lowell Road, Concord (10:46 a.m.) — Concord police requested an engine for a reported chimney fire. Fire Department was cancelled while en route.

Bank of America, Lincoln Road (9:17 p.m.) — Party reported having a problem with the ATM. They were advised to contact the bank.

April 13

Tower Road (12:37 p.m.) — A party came to the station reporting that someone known to them came into their house and hit them. Report taken; investigation ongoing.

Hanscom Vandenberg Gate (4:55 p.m.) — Hanscom Tower reported plane with a problem was preparing to land. The Fire Department was cancelled before leaving the station.

Lincoln officials are looking for answers from Keolis after a car that was driving through the railroad crossing on Route 117 was almost hit by a train — just three months after a similar incident left a Wilmington woman dead.

A shaken Lincoln resident called 911 on the afternoon of April 11 after an oncoming commuter train narrowly missed her car as it crossed the tracks. There was no warning of an approaching train because the safety gates were not lowered, but “thankfully, the vehicle just made it through the crossing as the train arrived, narrowly avoiding a tragedy,” Town Administrator Tim Higgins wrote in am April 14 letter of complaint to Kellie Andrews, Vice President for Safety at Keolis, which managed the MBTA’s commuter rail service. Other vehicles in the area managed to stop in time.

Lincoln police immediately contacted the MBTA, which had already been notified of the incident by the train driver, Police Chief Kevin Kennedy said. He would not supply any further information about the Lincoln resident who made the 911 call.

Witnesses reported what appeared to be a train maintenance crew was working in the area at the time, and one said that one of the workers “was acting in a ‘panicking manner with hands on his head’ as the incident was unfolding,” Higgins wrote.

Until Keolis checked to make sure that all crossing gates were operating safely, train crews  in the area stopped at each crossing (even if the gates were properly lowered), got off the train, checked for oncoming traffic, and “walked the train across… just crawling across the track,” Kennedy said.

“As part of the town’s due diligence, it is essential that we have a full understanding of the facts and circumstances surrounding this incident, its cause, and an opportunity for a  post-incident meeting and briefing t ensure that current conditions are safe, and that procedures are appropriately adjusted to minimize the chances of a recurrence at any of our four railroad crossings, or elsewhere,” Higgins wrote. He said on Tuesday that he expected to speak with Keolis and the MBTA that afternoon to schedule the meeting with him and Kennedy.

Higgins also asked to review data on gate failures (failing to activate and/or becoming stuck in the horizontal position) at all four track crossings in Lincoln. The most recent report of gates being stuck in the “down” position came on March 28, according to the Lincoln police log.

On January 21, a woman driving across railroad tracks in Wilmington was struck and killed by a commuter train. MBTA officials said human error — failure to return the crossing safety system to normal operations after testing — likely prevented the crossing gates from coming down in a timely manner as the train approached.

According to a report by WBUR, the MBTA and Keolis said they had retrained staff responsible for testing railroad crossing protection systems and instituted several other new safety practices. The new policies required additional communication, observation, and signage at roadway crossings to ensure crossing gates don’t fail to activate after testing and maintenance work.

March 27

South Great Road (8:24 p.m.) — A walk-in to the station reported a vehicle operating erratically on Route117 near the railroad tracks. Officers checked the area but were unable to locate.

March 28

Lincoln Police Department (4:07 p.m.) — Bus driver complained about the railroad gates going down when a train is not crossing. MBTA is aware of the matter.

Lincoln Road (9:15 p.m.) — Caller reported a burnt odor coming from their dryer. Fire Department responded and found that it was caused by the motor.

March 29

South Great Road (11:28 a.m.) — Caller reported their vehicle’s window was smashed and car was broken into while parked in the Mt. Misery Parking Lot. The victim’s purse was stolen. Report taken; investigation is ongoing.

Bedford Road (1:31 p.m.) — Officer responded for a report of a minor crash near Bedford Road and assisted the parties with exchanging paperwork.

Meadowbrook Road (6:55 p.m.) — Caller reported that a construction trailer was empty and parked on the side of the road. An officer responded and spoke with the owner of the company, who was going to do work at a neighbors’ home.

March 30

South Great Road (8:37 a.m.) — Caller reported passing by a minor two-car motor vehicle crash near Tower Road and said the two drivers appeared to be arguing. Officers responded but both parties were gone on arrival.

March 31

Mary’s Way (12:35 a.m.) — An officer assisted Concord Police with a stop on the Route 2 off-ramp in Concord. Concord police were arresting a driver for operating under the influence.

Wells Road (7:46 a.m.) — Caller reported a raccoon was in their neighbors’ doorway and wouldn’t move. Officer responded and contacted Animal Control, who reported that the raccoon had left the area.

Mill Street (9:59 a.m.) — Officer checked on a vehicle parked on the side of the road. Party was picking up fireplace logs and was sent on their way.

Weston Road (4:47 p.m.) — Caller reported that a construction company parked on their property and did some damage. An officer called the owner of the company, who will handle the matter with the homeowner. The caller was updated.

April 1

Lincoln School (8:32 a.m.) — School staff reported graffiti in a school bathroom. An officer responded and took a report.

Concord Road (3:29 p.m.) — Officer checked on a vehicle pulled to the side of the roadway. The party reported that their vehicle was struck and the driver left the area heading north on Route 126. Concord police were notified but the vehicle was not located.

Page Farm Road (9:54 p.m.) — Caller reported they had a bat in their home. A pest control officer was contacted and the resident was given their number to follow up.

April 2

Mill Street (1:12 p.m.) — Officer on patrol found household items on the side of the roadway. DPW was notified to pick up.

Cambridge Turnpike eastbound (2:08 p.m.) — Officer checked on a vehicle pulled over into the breakdown lane. The party pulled over to sleep. Officer sent them on their way and suggested they pull over to a safer location.

Bedford Road (8:05 a.m.) — Party reported someone hacked into their bank account and transferred money out of the account. Report taken; investigation ongoing.

Short Hill Road (6:47 p.m.) — Caller reported a brush fire at the end of the roadway along the railroad tracks. Fire Department extinguished the brush file that was approximately 100 x 25 feet. MBTA notified.

April 3

Lexington Road (2:00 a.m.) — Lexington police requested a check of the Lexington Road/Mill Street area for a party that was involved in a domestic disturbance in their town. Officers checked the area but were unable to locate.

Concord Road (1:50 p.m.) — Caller reported smoke in the woods. Fire Department responded and found a neighbor was burning. The Fire Department extinguished the fire.

Old County Road (5:10 p.m.) — Waltham police located what appeared to be a deceased small dog on Old County Road. Lincoln officers located the animal, who appeared to have been there a while. Animal Control was contacted.

April 4

Donelan’s Supermarket (9:40 p.m.) — Caller reported a light flashing at supermarket loading dock. An officer checked and it appeared to be a faulty light.

Hanscom Vandenberg Gate (8:03 a.m.) — Hanscom Security Forces called about a party trying to get on base who had an active traffic warrant out of the Lowell District Court. Jesse Yuknis, 46, of Woburn was arrested, booked, and later transported to the Concord District Court.

March 18

Lincoln Road (10:47 a.m.) — Officer conducting traffic enforcement stopped a vehicle. During the interaction, the operator asked the officer for assistance from social services in their community. The officer met the operator at the station and provided assistance and information.

Page Road (12:28 p.m.) — Well-being check was requested on the resident. Officers went to the home. All appeared fine and the resident was reaching out to the caller.

Ridge Road (2:18 p.m.) — Caller reported someone was screaming somewhere in the area. officers checked the area and spoke to several people in the area who heard nothing.

Tower Road (4:07 p.m.) — Resident received an email requesting funds from an email address they thought they recognized. The resident sent money to the party which was found to be a scam email address. Report taken.

March 19

Harvest Circle (1:00 p.m.) — Resident reported money being transferred from their bank account into a fraudulent account in a relative’s name. Officers followed up with the bank and they were able to seize the money, and the bank refunded the resident. Belmont police were notified regarding the fraudulent bank account that was opened up in a Belmont resident’s name.

March 20

Lincoln Gas & Auto, South Great Road (9:04 a.m.) — Caller reported there was no attendant when they pulled in to get gas. While en route, the caller reported the attendant was in the rear of the building and everything was fine.

Concord Road (9:08 a.m.) — Caller reported that a tractor trailer struck the traffic sign at the intersection of Routes 126 and 117. Officers checked the area and also notified Wayland was the tractor trailer was heading south on Route 126. Unable to locate; DPW notified.

South Great Road (7:08 p.m.) — Caller reported they had a water leak going into an electrical outlet. Fire Department responded and reported that the homeowner was able to fix the problem.

March 21

Bank of America parking lot (10:29 a.m.) — Caller reported a minor two-car crash in the parking lot. No injuries.

March 22

Codman Road (3:32 p.m.) — Caller report that some trees on the conservation trails had been spray painted. Officer located the trees and took a report.

March 23

Wells Road (12:26 a.m.) — Party requested a well-being check on a resident. It is believed that the caller was harassing the resident. An officer spoke to the caller and no call for service was completed.

Winter Street (9:38 a.m.) — Caller reported finding a dog near Old County Road and said they took the dog home to Maynard. Animal Control was contacted and will pick up the dog.

Wells Road (10:31 a.m.) — Resident reported an odor of natural gas. Fire Department checked the area but found no gas readings.

South Great Road (2:21 p.m.) — Caller reported a minor crash near Old Sudbury Road, saying the parties appear to be arguing. Officer responded; crash was very minor and he assisted the parties with a paper exchange.

Birchwood Lane (3:23 p.m.) — Caller requested information/advice from an officer regarding an ongoing matter with an acquaintance. An officer spoke to the party and provided assistance.

Tower Road (5:35 p.m.) — Caller requested assistance after locking themselves in a chicken coop. An officer responded and assisted the party.

March 24

DeCordova Museum (12:02 p.m.) — Caller reported three children got separated from their parents on the trails near the museum. Police and fire units checked the trails with the assistance of civilians. The kids were later found unharmed and reunited with their parents about 90 minutes after the initial call.

Concord Road (2:40 p.m.) — Resident lodged a complaint about vehicles parked along the roadway. An officer responded and spoke to car owners, who said they would no longer park there.

March 25

Hanscom Air Force Base (12:06 p.m.) — Hanscom Security Forces reported that a party with an active traffic warrant out of the Lowell District Court was attempting to get on the base. Stephane Garcia, 20, of Lowell was arrested and later brought to the Concord District Court after being booked at the police station.

Cambridge Turnpike eastbound (7:41 p.m.) — Concord police requested assistance after a person suffering a mental health emergency fled from them. Officers checked the area but were unable to locate the person.

Minebrook Road (8:01 p.m.) — Caller requested a well-being check after missing an appointment. Officers checked the residence and no one was home.

March 26

Cambridge Turnpike westbound (2:36 a.m.) — Officer checked on a vehicle pulled to the side of the road. The driver was having a problem with the vehicle but able to fix it.

Old Concord Road (1:20 p.m.) — Caller reported that someone was using a leaf blower at the residence. Officer noted that a tree service is on scene and spoke to the workers and the reported caller.

Tower Road (4:04 p.m.) — Caller requested assistance after locking themselves in a chicken coop. An officer responded and assisted the party.

Cambridge Water Department (4:27 p.m.) — Caller reported people fishing at the reservoir. Two people were found and advised to move along.

Brooks Road (11:19 p.m.) — Caller asked to speak with an officer regarding a scam. An officer spoke to the party and took a report.

March 11

Old Bedford Road (4:42 a.m.) — Hanscom Security Forces requested assistance with a party involved in a dispute over a taxi fare. Officers responded to assist. The party was transported to their residence.

Weston Road (2:25 p.m.) — One car crash vs. telephone pole. No injuries.

Lexington Road (9:33 p.m.) — Caller reported possibly seeing someone walking around their property. Officers checked; everything appeared fine.

March 12

Codman Road (3:12 p.m.) — Caller reported losing an item at Codman Farm in case someone turns the item in.

March 13

Concord Road (4:33 p.m.) — Two-car crash near Baker Farm Road. One person was transported to Emerson Hospital, both vehicles were towed.

March 14

Cambridge Turnpike eastbound (1:57 a.m.) — Officer checked on a vehicle pulled to the side of the roadway near Bedford Rd. Driver was OK; they were reporting a broken-down vehicle on Route 128 to the State Police on their phone.

Baker Farm Road (6:19 a.m.) — Call from the resident saying their smoke detector was sounding. Fire Department responded and found it was caused by a low battery.

Farrar Road (9:51 a.m.) — Cameras installed as part of advisory shoulder study on Farrar Road.

Grove Street, Wayland (10:48 a.m.) — Wayland Fire Department requested the ladder for a report of smoke in a house. Call was cancelled while en route.

March 15

Bedford Road (12:38 a.m.) — Officer checked on a vehicle pulled to the side of the road. Driver was dropping off a friend nearby

Red Maple Lane (4:47 p.m.) — Caller requested a well-being check on the resident. Officers responded but were unable to make contact. No vehicle in the driveway.

March 16

South Great Road (1:55 p.m.) — Council on Aging & Human Services requested a well-being check on the resident. Fire Department responded with an officer; everything was fine.

Lincoln School (6:44 p.m.) — Officer assisted a party at the school.

Tracey’s Service Station, Route 2 (9:36 p.m.) — Officers checked on a vehicle in the parking lot. Driver was OK.

March 17

Tracey’s Service Station, Route 2 (1:01 a.m.) — Party walking on Bedford Road was brought back to their vehicle at Tracey’s lot.

Oxbow Road (12:21 p.m.) — Council on Aging & Human Services called regarding possible electrical problem at the residence. Fire Department responded and assisted the resident.

Deer Run Road (4:08 p.m.) — Caller reported two men came to their house looking to do work. but no work had been scheduled. Officers checked the area and found that the workers had the wrong address; they were working at a neighbor’s house.

(Editor’s note: This is an updated version of a document that the Lincoln Police Department released in November 2020. Voters at the 2021 Annual Town Meeting approved spending $61,400 for police cruiser and body-worn cameras.)

Last month, the Lincoln Police Department implemented its Body Worn (BWC) and Cruiser Camera (CC) program. The program consists of sixteen (16) body-worn cameras for officers and five dash/prisoner cameras for police cruisers. The chosen vendor is GETAC.

The use of such cameras is considered best practices as outlined in President Obama’s Task Force on 21st Century Policing which the department has embraced since 2015. The perceived benefits of the cameras are that they:

• increase transparency, legitimacy, and community trust
• increase internal accountability
• improve officer and citizen behavior
• expedite resolutions of complaints and lawsuits
• document circumstances of how and when force is used
• create opportunities for training

We are pleased to be among the first wave of communities to have implemented BWCs and CCs. We are grateful for the support of town leadership and our police officers. We are confident that the community will quickly come to support and value the program and offer the following FAQ to help increase awareness.

Frequently asked questions about body-worn and cruiser cameras

What is a body-worn camera (BWC)?

A camera that is attached to the officer’s uniform, clearly visible on their chest, which captures and records audio and video of any police/citizen interaction that is governed by the Department’s policy.

Why are officers wearing cameras?

BWCs serve as a tool to document our officers’ interactions with our residents and others who visit or travel through Lincoln. They help to increase transparency and accountability, thereby helping the department maintain the community’s trust., and are valuable in maintaining community trust, transparency, and accountability. Given the great relationship we share with our community, the department continues to be proactive in strengthening our connection with its citizens.

When will police officers be recording with their body cameras?

Police officers will activate their BWC and cruiser cameras whenever they respond to calls for service or have citizen contacts where they anticipate taking law enforcement action.

What about my privacy during police encounters?

The Lincoln Police Department is mindful of the legitimate privacy concerns associated with BWC. Our officers will record, per policy, when investigating criminal activity or a violation of law. Prior to the release of any recording, the department will ensure compliance with department policy, Rule 14 of the Massachusetts Rules of Criminal Procedure and/or the Massachusetts Public Records Law which may include the redaction of certain elements of the recording including innocent parties and non-related identifiers such as registration numbers, addresses, etc. Our priority is to protect the right of privacy and ensure the safety of non-related parties.

Are there places where officers cannot use their BWC?

Typically, officers will not record in places where there is an expectation of privacy, such as restrooms, locker rooms, medical calls, and medical care facilities — unless there is reasonable suspicion a crime is being committed or the recording of the location is material to an investigation.

Before entering a private residence, without exigent circumstances, officers must obtain occupant(s) consent before recording inside the residence. If the occupant declines to give consent, and absent exigent circumstances, the BWC shall be turned off while inside the residence. However, when responding to an exigent circumstance inside a private residence, the BWC will be activated throughout the exigency. Once the exigency is over, and when practical, officers must obtain consent from the occupant(s) in order to continue to record. Any request to turn the BWC off and the officer’s response shall be recorded.

Can I ask the officer to turn off the BWC?

Yes, after receiving notice of being recorded and there is a reasonable expectation of privacy. The request to turn off the recording and the officer’s response will be recorded for documentation purposes. If the police officer is in a public place and involved in a police-related incident, the camera will remain on.

Are officers required to tell citizens that they are being recorded?

Under Massachusetts Law, officers are required to give notice to citizens that they are being audio recorded. Officers are not required to inform citizens that they are being video recorded while in a public place. However, per policy, officers are required to provide citizens with notice that they are being both audio and video recorded.

Can the officer tamper with the audio and video recording?

No, the GETAC system is specifically designed to prevent the user from altering or deleting any recordings.

How are the videos stored?

All videos are stored in secure cloud servers in compliance with the FBI Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) standards.

What is the process for obtaining a copy of a video recording?

The release of any recording must be approved in advance by the Chief of Police or department designee. Recordings shall be released in accordance with department policy, Rule 14 of the Massachusetts Rules of Criminal Procedure and/or the Massachusetts Public Records Law. The Chief of Police may authorize the release of any recording deemed to be in the best interest of the community and public safety.

What happens to a video once it is recorded?

At the end of each shift, officers will upload the data to a cloud-based service to store the files. Depending on the type of video captured, data will be saved in accordance with the department policy, Rule 14 of the Massachusetts Rules of Criminal Procedure and the Massachusetts Public Records Retention and Disposition Schedule.

Why is it necessary to have an in-cruiser camera system when officers have BWCs?

The in-cruiser camera system will have two (2) cameras, one facing forward (dash camera) documenting the perspective of the officer’s view. The dash camera is able to capture a wider perspective when officers respond to calls for service, conduct traffic stops, and have interactions which occur in front of the police cruiser. The second camera will be in the rear passenger compartment (prisoner camera) where a prisoner is seated while inside the cruiser.

Who can I speak with should I have questions?

You can contact Chief Kevin Kennedy at 781-259-8113 or kkennedy@lincolntown.org.

March 4

Wells Road (11:46 a.m.) — A walk-in to the station reporting a possible theft of their Social Security deposit. An officer spoke to the party and contacted the bank. The bank reported the funds were in fact deposited.

Police station (3:25 p.m.) — A walk-in to the station reported a party down by the Post Office on crutches looked in need of medical attention. An officer spoke to the party who is not in need of medical attention but needed a ride. The officer assisted the party to their residence.

Wells Road (7:11 p.m.) — Party accidentally called 911 looking for assistance with paying a phone bill. Party advised to contact their provider.

March 5

Langley Road, Hanscom AFB (1:41 p.m.) — Concord police requested a well-being check on a child after an incident that occurred in their town. Officer responded, the child was fine. The parents were advised to follow up with Concord police.

First Parish, Stone Church (3:04 p.m.) — Caller reported a large dog running around the playground and that parents were concerned. Animal Control notified and an officer responded to stand by. Animal Control arrived to get the dog, as did the owner. The owner took control of the dog.

Conant Road (3:40 p.m.) — A party called requesting a well-being check on the residence. Officer responded and spoke to the residents. Everything was fine at the house; the officer followed up with services that can assist them.

Liberty Lane, Hanscom AFB, (6:46 p.m.) —  Officer assisted Hanscom Air Force Base with a missing juvenile. Officers conducted an investigation and safely located the juvenile on March 7 in Hudson, N.H.

Police station (7:27 p.m.) — A party turned in a wallet that was found. The owner was contacted and later came into the station to pick it up.

Lexington Road (9:30 p.m.) — A caller who was out of town reported their neighbor informed them that earlier in the day, a group of people were playing in the snow on their property. An officer checked and no one was at the property.

March 6

Cambridge Turnpike (1:13 a.m.) — Officer reported the gate to the cell tower area was left open. Officer checked and it appears to be neglect.

Lexington Road (4:29 a.m.) — State Police had a driver flee a crash on I-95 in Lexington. Officers checked the area for the party but no contact was made with the individual.

Wells Road (6:50 p.m.) — Party called to report their bicycle was stolen. They later called back and reported the bicycle was found.

March 7

Trapelo Road (2:14 a.m.) — Officer checked on a bicyclist. The party said they’re fine.

Old Sudbury Road (8:29 p.m.) — A party drove onto the railroad tracks at the Old Sudbury Road crossing and got stuck. The MBTA tower was notified. The vehicle was towed and the driver was transported to the Emerson Hospital as a precaution.

March 8

Nothing of note.

March 9

Hanscom Vandenberg Gate (7:41 a.m.) — Hanscom Security Forces called reporting that Jonathan Taveras, 28, of Lawrence was attempting to get on the base and has an active warrant for a restraining order violation out of Salem District Court. Officers responded and arrested Taveras, who was booked and later brought to the Concord District Court.

Concord Road (7:10 p.m.) — Caller reported a car off the road Route 126 near Old Concord. Officer responded and found that a car had slid off the roadway. A plow driver assisted in pulling the car out of the snow embankment. No damage.

March 10

Minuteman Technical High School (9:03 a.m.) — Police were called regarding a juvenile matter.

Lexington Road (11:42 a.m.) — A walk-in to the station reported that their computer was hacked. Report taken; no financial loss at this time. The party was advised of what safeguards to take.

Farrar Road (3:39 p.m.) — Caller reported smoke coming from a house on Farrar Road. Fire Department responded; the smoke is coming from a wood burning stove.

Police Department (4:19 p.m.) — Party walked into the station requesting information on a civil matter. An officer spoke to the party and provided them with their legal options.

Todd Pond Road (5:42 p.m.) — A walk-in to the station asked to speak to an officer about phone calls that were possibly a scam. An officer documented the incident.

ebruary 7

Carroll School, 3:39 p.m. — Two-car minor vehicle crash, no injuries.

Meadowdam Road, 8:12 p.m. — A family member requested a well-being check. Officers made contact with the party; all was well.

February 8

Hanscom Drive (1:08 p.m.) — Two-car motor vehicle crash, no injuries. Vehicle was towed from the scene.

February 9

Lexington Road (7:40 a.m.) — One-car crash, vehicle struck a sign. Minor damage.

February 10

Cambridge Turnpike eastbound (2:47 a.m.) — Officer stopped a vehicle for motor vehicle violations. The operator, Janilson Teles Barbosa, 34, of Brighton was arrested for OUI–liquor, unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle, and marked lane violation. He was later bailed to appear in Concord District Court.

South Great Road (3:49 p.m.) — Elderly resident reported they couldn’t find the keys to their car and believed someone took them. Officer went to the house and spoke to the party; it appears the keys were misplaced.

Lexington Road (10:59 p.m.) — Caller requested assistance with a civil family matter involving a juvenile.

February 11

Trapelo Road (11:11 a.m.) — Alarm company reported a fire alarm at the residence. Fire Department responded and found that the alarm was caused by food on the stove.

Old Concord Road (2:55 p.m.) — Caller reported that two of their dogs ran off.

February 12

South Great Road (1:12 p.m.) — Caller reported being involved in a road rage incident. Officers responded; the incident occurred in Weston. Weston police will follow up.

February 13

Baker Bridge Road (9:05 a.m.) — Caller reported that, while walking their dog on a trail, it ran off to chase a coyote. Officers checked the area for the dog but were unable to locate.

Cambridge Turnpike westbound (11:39 a.m.) — Caller reported a strange odor. Fire Department responded to the natural gas site but found no readings of natural gas.

South Great Road (5:49 p.m.) — One-car crash near Mt. Misery. Party was transported to Emerson Hospital and vehicle was towed.

Huckleberry Hill (6:57 p.m.) — A party was involved in a crash in their driveway. No injuries; vehicle was towed.

February 14

Minebrook Road (11:50 a.m.) — Request for a well-being check. Officer made contact and the party was fine.

South Great Road (6:08 p.m.) — Car-vs.-deer crash. No injuries, vehicle was towed.
February 15

Trapelo Road (11:08 a.m.) — Motor vehicle crash that turned out to be in Waltham, whose police handled.

February 16

Lincoln Road (10:46 a.m.) — Caller requested assistance with access to their house as they’re locked out. Fire Department assisted the party.

Old Sudbury Road (11:21 am.) — A walk-in to the station reported an attempted scam involving an advertisement they’d placed. No financial loss.

Trapelo Road (4:52 a.m.) — Officer checked on a party pulled off to the side of the road. They were lost and the officer assisted with giving directions.

Conant Road (5:11 p.m.) — Party reported finding a cat in the area and asked to speak to Animal Control, which followed up.

February 17

South Great Road (9:41 a.m.) — Report of two dogs running in the roadway causing a hazard. Several attempts were made to contact the owner with no results. Animal Control was contacted to pick up the dogs.

Conant Road (5:29 p.m.) — Weston police requested assistance locating a party who was possibly involved in a hit and run crash in their town. Officers made contact with the party and Weston police handled the matter.

Lincoln Road (8:21 p.m.) — Officer checked on a party pull over to the side of the roadway. The party was fine.

Bedford Lane (8:41 p.m.) — Caller reported that their dog was barking and they heard a noise, so they asked that an officer check the area. The area was checked but nothing was found.

Meadowbrook Road (10:11 p.m.) — Caller reported that a vehicle was parked in front of the house for over an hour. Officers checked and it was an EverSource worker.

February 18

Davison Drive (6:03 a.m.) — Officers stood by while federal authorities arrested Julien Toulotte, 23, of Boston on a warrant.

Conant Road (11:03 a.m.) — Officer delivered paperwork to the party from the RMV.

Birchwood Lane (5:00 p.m.) — A party called to report a possible online scam. There was no financial compromise to any of their accounts.

Bedford Road (7:52 p.m.) — AAA reported they’d received a call about a crash on Bedford Road involving a deer. The caller was requesting a tow. Officers checked the length of Bedford Road but found nothing.

Lincoln Road (8:09 a.m.) — Mass. Probation Department reported that a party at the residence had violated probation curfew and a warrant had been issued. The party was no longer living at the address. Waltham police were told of a possible address where he could be; they subsequently reported that the party was in custody.

Lincoln Road (11:04 p.m.) — AAA called saying they’d received a call from a member who was stranded in a parking lot. Officers checked the residence; the party reported that they were fine; the mechanical issue had been resolved and they drove home.

February 19

Nothing of note.

February 20

Lincoln Police Department (6:22 p.m.) — A party from out of state sought a well-being check at a Lincoln residence. The involved parties are not living at the residence.

February 21

Old Cambridge Turnpike (9:30 a.m.) — Caller reported being involved in a civil matter with their landlord. Officer spoke to the party and advised them of their legal options.

South Great Road (10:59 a.m.) — Two-car crash, no injuries.

February 22

South Great Road (11:35 a.m.) — Officer assisted with a funeral escort into town from Weston.

Patterson Road, Hanscom AFB (1:40 p.m.) — A party came to the station requesting a VIN verification to register their vehicle. An officer assisted the party.

Smith Hill Road (2:20 p.m. and 6:20 p.m.) — Officer attempted to deliver paperwork from the RMV but no one was home.