Wilmington POLICE LOG (Week of July 10, 2016)

WILMINGTON, MA  — Here are highlights from the Wilmington Police Log for the week of Sunday, July 10, 2016.

Sunday, July 10:

• A Park Street caller reported items were stolen from her yard overnight. Resident called back to report her neighbor had borrowed the items and no theft occurred. (10:12am)
• Fire Department responded to a dryer fire on Pinewood Road. (10:37am)
• A Hobson Avenue caller reported two men were knocking on doors, asking to see electric bills. Police responded, spoke with the men and sent them on their way. (12:41pm)
• Lifeguards closed Town Beach due to inclement weather. (3:10pm)
• Caller reported two 13-year-old girls were approached by two male parties at the Wilmington Plaza.  Parties followed them in and out of stores. Girls left on foot. Caller was unsure where male parties went. Police followed up with caller. (3:32pm)
• Father Early reported a group of people were walking around St. Thomas with their phones out. Police responded. Situated checked OK. Individuals were playing Pokemon Go. (9:10pm)

Monday, July 11:

• Police noted the porta potty by the Boutwell and Middle School had been knocked over. Police notified DPW. (12:58am)
• Police investigated suspicious behavior in a car in a parking lot on Middlesex Avenue. Situation checked OK. Individual were playing Pokemon Go. (1:40am)
• A caller reported a woman was on the side of the road on Chestnut Street “digging for rocks.” Police responded. Woman was collecting rocks for a craft project. (8:41am)
• Fire Department responded to a crash on Chestnut Street. A red 2000 Nissan Sentra struck a pole and went off the road. Vehicle was towed. Driver refused medical treatment. Driver was cited for failure to stay in marked lane.  (8:14am)
• Police checked on the skate park. 6 juveniles using the park were not wearing helmets. Police spoke with group and advised them to go get their helmets. (1:27pm)
• A green 2010 Toyota Camry and a blue 2006 Chevy Malibu were involved in a crash at Chili’s on Main Street. No injuries reported. (1:56pm)
• A Horseshoe Lane resident reported identity theft. (6:00pm)
• Police received report that the clothing drop-off bin in the Colonial Mall on Lowell Street was missing. (6:52pm)
• Police notified Mass Highway Dept. that the 45 MPH sign located on Route 125, south of Andover Street, is completely obstructed by trees. (9:33pm)

Tuesday, July 12:

• A walk-in party reported that when he exited Route 93, a party in another vehicle threw rocks at his car. (12:13am)
• Police noticed a vehicle in the lot of Grace Chapel on West Street. Parties were at this location playing Pokemon Go. Police sent parties on their way. (1:41am)
• Police issued 7 warnings for speeding on Andover Street during the morning hours.
• A Pouliot Place resident reported receiving an IRS scam call. (10:03am)
• A caller reported excessive dog waste at the dog park. Caller stated owners were leaving dogs in area unattended. Police notified the Animal Control Officer. (10:55am)
• Police noticed two juveniles were climbing on the Connex container near the Snack Shack behind Wilmington Town Hall. Police advised the kids and sent them on their way. (12:58am)
• K9 Ridic underwent training at the Harnden Tavern on Salem Street. (2:22pm)
• Leo T. Cavarretta (27, Woburn) was issued a summons for operating a motor vehicle with a suspended license;  marked lanes violation; leaving the scene of property damage; and negligent operation of a motor vehicle. Cavaretta was involved in a 2-vehicle crash on Route 125. (3:06pm)
• Fire Department responded to a brush fire on Ohio Street. (4:28pm)
• Police notified DPW that the trash barrels by the Snack Shack behind Town Hall have been turned over. (9:00pm)

Wednesday, July 13:

• A caller reported that last night, while her children were walking on King Street, a male party in a small red vehicle approached them.  No further information available. Police advised caller to call them if the vehicle is seen again. (8:52am) [NOTE: The police later issued an alert HERE.]
• A Jere Road caller asked for the Animal Control Officer to assist in freeing a rabbit that has gotten stuck in a hockey net. (9:01am)
• A Rhodes Street caller complained that someone in a blue van is sleeping on her street at night. Police advised caller to notify them if/when the van returns. (9:06am)
• A caller reported theft from Lucci’s Supermarket took place last night. (9:09am)
• Fire Department responded to a much fire in front of TJ Maxx. (12:53pm)
• Police issued 10 parking tickets on Main Street during the afternoon.
• A Marcia Road caller reported that on July 9th, her mailbox was knocked off it’s post. She has replaced it, but wanted it logged in case the vandals from the other cases of mailbox damage has been identified. (2:39pm)
• Police conducted a check of Town Hall. A group of juveniles were found in the area playing a game on their phone. Police sent them on their way. (9:27pm)
• A caller purchased a home not yet finished on Eleanor Drive. At approximately 9:15pm, a neighbor reported seeing a male and female in a pickup truck enter the house.  When the neighbor approached the parties, they claied they were interested in buying it and left without further incident. Caller requested extra overnight patrols of the area. (9:32pm)

Thursday, July 14:

• Steven G. Anderson (21, Wilmington) was arrested for possession of a Class B drug, possession of a Class D drug, number plate violation, and failure to wear a seatbelt.  Anderson was pulled over on Glen Road over a license plate light and seatbelt violation. Anderson then consented to a search of his vehicle. (12:32am)
• Police checked on a vehicle in the high school parking lot. Situation OK. Parties were playing Pokemon Go. (1:19am)
• A resident of Deming Way Extension requested to speak to an officer regarding an incident that occurred last night at 5:30pm. 2 juveniles were riding bikes in the area and reportedly bumped into the caller’s wheelchair and startled her dog. (8:49am)
• A black 2016 Toyota Rav4 struck a pole on Butters Row. Police notified RMLD and Verizon. Vehicle towed. No injuries noted. (8:53am)
• A Pilling Road resident reported a bird was stuck in her chimney. (9:14am)
• A driver of a gray 2004 Chevy Silverado called to report her vehicle was just sideswiped on Salem Street. The driver who struck her did not stop. (9:32am)
• A man reported he lost his wallet while fishing at Town Beach. Black wallet had $40-$60, license, debit card and gift cards. (12:57pm)
• An Elm Street resident requested to speak to an officer regarding potentially malicious damage done to his mailbox. (2:55pm)
• A caller reported LED sticks were stolen off he son’s grave at the Wildwood Cemetery. Sticks were valued at $15. (2:56pm)
• Michael A. York (29, Wilmington) was arrested on warrants. (6:24pm)

Friday, July 15:

• 2 vehicles were involved in a crash on Chestnut Street.  No injuries reported. Both vehicles towed. One driver was cited for impeded operation, marked lane violation, and speed.  Tow truck struck a pole. Police notified Verizon to check for damage. (8:19am)
• An Aldrich Road resident reported that yesterday, two juveniles were walking around her property, playing Pokemon Go. Police told her to call back if juveniles returned so officers could speak with them. (12:23pm)
• Woburn Police Department requested a check of a Hunt Road address for a stolen dump truck. Suspect also had an outstanding warrant.  Police visited the home and subsequently arrested John P. O’Connell on the warrant.  The missing dump truck, however, was not at the residence. (12:49pm)
• An Evergreen Drive resident visited the station to report that she received a fraudulent tuition check. (4:49pm)
• Police received three calls reporting a red Ferrari speeding up and down Federal Street. Police responded and issued a speeding citation. (4:55pm)
• Police officer noticed a considerable amount of trash in the Savers parking lot blowing into surrounding neighborhoods. Police notified DPW. (6:08pm)
• George Mburu Kamau (34, Dracut) was issued a summons for operating a motor vehicle with a suspended license and a failure to yield at an intersection. (7:13pm)

Saturday, July 16:

• Police conducted a check of Town Hall and came across a group of juveniles gathered near the front door playing Pokemon Go.  Police advised the group and escorted them off the property. (12:51am)
• A caller reported live rounds were left on the side of the road on Lowell Street. Police responded. No further details provided. (8:42am)
• Woburn Police Department reported a hit & run on Presidential Way in Woburn. Vehicle may have been heading towards Wilmington. Police were unable to locate. (11:29am)
• A fire hydrant was leaking on Andover Street. Dispatch notified the Water Department. (1:41pm)
• A caller reported a vehicle left the 99 Restaurant on Lowell Street and struck a sign. (4:46pm)
• Lifeguard requested police assist in removing a group of beachgoers who are violating the rules by smoking and swimming beyond the barrels. Police responded and restored the peace. (4:48pm)
• A juvenile, in the area of Ristuccia Arena, reported he was being harassed by another juvenile, who stole his bike. Police responded and spoke with all juveniles involved. (5:00pm)

(DISCLAIMER: This information is public information.  An arrest does not constitute a conviction.  Any arrested person is innocent until proven guilty.)

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