A person was struck and killed by an MBTA train in Lincoln on the night of August 22 in an apparent suicide that resulted in major delays on the Fitchburg commuter rail line the following morning when the body was discovered. Asked how it happened, Lincoln Police Chief Kevin Kennedy said that “the person decided…
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Police log for August 13–20, 2023
August 13 Gerard’s Farm Stand, Cambridge Turnpike eastbound (1:46 a.m.) — Officers checked on an occupied vehicle parked after hours. The operator was advised the business was closed and they could not remain parked. Old Sudbury Road (8:30 a.m.) — A caller reported seeing a bat in their tree. They were advised to contact Animal…
Police log for August 1–12, 2023
August 1 Brooks Hill Road (1:28 a.m.) — An officer came upon an unsecured garage door. The homeowner was notified. Airport Road (3:50 p.m.) — A resident spoke to an officer regarding fraudulent banking activity. Old Sudbury Road (5:26 p.m.) — A motorist struck a deer while traveling on Old Sudbury Road. The vehicle sustained…
Police Chief Kennedy to retire in December
After more than 30 years with the Lincoln Police Department, Police Chief Kevin Kennedy will retire at the end of the year. Kennedy informed Town Administrator Tim Higgins of his plans to retire as of December 15 in a letter dated July 10. During his 31 years in the department, he rose through the ranks…
Police log for July 25–31, 2023
July 25 South Great Road (12:55 a.m.) — A caller reported hearing a possible drone in the area. The noise could have been caused by street line painting. Lincoln Road (10:21 a.m.) — A resident reported seeing a suspicious person on their property. Police confirmed it was Fire Department personnel checking the residence for a…
Police log for July 14–24, 2023
July 14 Windingwood Lane (11:24 a.m.) — An officer responded to a residence to speak with an individual reporting identity fraud. Aspen Circle (12:14 p.m.) — A resident observed a dog off leash near their property. The Animal Control Officer was notified. Cambridge Turnpike eastbound (2:44 p.m.) — The Lincoln Fire Department responded for a…
Police log for June 23–July 4, 2023
June 23 Wells Road (12:45 p.m.) — Court paperwork was served in hand. Old Cambridge Turnpike (2:24 p.m.) — Police responded to a residence for a neighbor/tenant dispute. No action was taken. Lincoln Road (9:15 p.m.) — Hanscom Air Force Base called to alert Lincoln police about their fireworks show. North Great Road (10:54 pm.)…
Police log for June 15–22, 2023
June 15 Lincoln Road (1:27 p.m.) — A parking ticket was issued at the commuter lot. Cambridge Turnpike westbound (8:17 p.m.) — An officer responded for a report of illegal dumping of construction materials on private property. June 16 Cambridge Turnpike westbound (8:05 a.m.) — An additional report of illegal dumping occurred at another private…
Police log for June 5–14, 2023
June 5 South Commons (5:52 a.m.) — Officers assisted an outside agency in making contact with a party who turned out to be in a different town. Hanscom Drive (9:36 a.m.) — A two-car crash occurred at the intersection of Hanscom Drive and Old Bedford Road. The first vehicle was turning left onto Old Bedford…
Police log for May 29–June 4, 2023
May 29 North Great Road (8:48 a.m.) — Police received a report of a motor vehicle crash on Route 2A by the Concord line. The area was checked but there were no signs of a crash. Wells Road (5:57 p.m.) — A resident spoke to an officer regarding an ongoing incident involving a possible threat….