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Melrose Police Charge Suspect in Armstrong Ambulance Transportation Van Theft

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Melrose Police Department
Michael L. Lyle, Chief
56 W. Foster St.
Melrose, MA 02176

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Thursday, Sept. 19, 2019

Media Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: [email protected]

Melrose Police Charge Suspect in Armstrong Ambulance Transportation Van Theft

MELROSE — Police Chief Michael Lyle reports that the Melrose Police Department has charged a man in connection with this morning’s theft of an Armstrong Ambulance transportation van from a hospital.

NICHOLAS BURKE, AGE 23, OF PEABODY faces a number of charges including:

  • Larceny of a Motor Vehicle

At between 6:30 and 6:40 a.m., Melrose Police responded after an unoccupied Armstrong Ambulance 2016 Ford Transit Van was reported missing from outside the emergency department of MelroseWakefield Hospital.

Through a subsequent investigation, police determined that BURKE had been exiting the hospital building at the approximate time that the van was stolen. A review of hospital surveillance footage showed a man, identified as BURKE, close the rear doors of the van before entering the vehicle and driving south on Rowe Street. Melrose Police also learned that BURKE dropped a bag containing a white powdery substance believed to be narcotics on the hospital floor as he was exiting the building.

Shortly before 1 p.m., a motorist called the Massachusetts State Police indicating they spotted the stolen van on Rt. 1 in Peabody. A state trooper located the van and attempted to affect a traffic stop. The driver refused to stop, and a pursuit ensued on Rt. 1 to Rt. 129, where the van entered the Goodwin Circle rotary, exiting eastbound toward Lynn where it struck a parked Ford Explorer near Regina Road in Lynn. The two men inside the vehicle, including BURKE, were arrested.

The two suspects are scheduled to be arraigned Friday in Peabody District Court for charges related to the pursuit. They also face summons to Lynn District Court for charges related to a shoplifting incident that occurred earlier in the day in that city. Later Friday, BURKE may be transferred by the Middlesex Sheriff’s Office to Malden District Court for arraignment on the Melrose charges related to the auto theft and drug possession.

These are allegations. All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty.

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Shirley Police Provide Safety Tips In Conjunction With Vehicle Theft Prevention Month

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Shirley Police Department
Thomas Goulden, Police Chief
11 Keady Way
Shirley, MA 01464

For Immediate Release

Thursday, July 2, 2015

Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: [email protected]

Contact: Jessica Sacco
Phone: 978-769-5193
Email: [email protected]

Shirley Police Provide Safety Tips In Conjunction With Vehicle Theft Prevention Month

SHIRLEY —  Now that the warm weather is upon us, Chief Thomas Goulden and the Shirley Police Department advise residents to properly secure their vehicles to prevent theft this season.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is launching its annual Vehicle Theft Prevention Campaign this month, as more cars are stolen in July than any other time during the year.

“Do not become a victim this summer,” Chief Goulden said. “Always secure your vehicle. Most thieves will not enter a car that is locked. They are looking for easy access, so they can get in and out in minutes.”

The NHTSA reminds drivers to use common sense when parking and exiting your vehicle.

  • Take your key, don’t leave it in your vehicle.
  • Close and lock all windows and doors.
  • Park in well-lit areas, preferably a garage, if possible.
  • Never leave valuables in your vehicle, and if you do, make sure they are out of sight.

If your vehicle has been stolen, follow these steps:

  • Contact police immediately to file a stolen vehicle report. You’ll need a copy of the police report and/or a case number to provide to your insurance company.
  • You may also be asked to provide the following information: license plate number, make, model and color of car, the VIN number and any identifying characteristics.
  • Contact your insurance company to file a claim within 24 hours of when you discovered your vehicle was stolen.
  • If you find your vehicle before authorities, contact the police and your insurance company immediately.

Did you know:

  • NHTSA reports a vehicle is stolen about every 45 seconds somewhere in the United States.
  • According to the FBI’s 2013 Uniform Crime Report, cars make up about 74 percent of all stolen vehicles. Trucks and buses make up about 15 percent. 
  • Only about 45 percent of all stolen vehicles are recovered.
  • Just under 700,000 vehicles were stolen in 2013. The estimated rate of motor vehicle thefts was 220 per 100,000 inhabitants.
  • The 2013 cost of those vehicles is calculated to be more than $4.1 billion.

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Saugus Police Provide Safety Tips In Conjunction With Vehicle Theft Prevention Month

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Saugus Police Department
Chief Domenic J. DiMella
27 Hamilton Street
Saugus, MA 01906

For Immediate Release

Wednesday, July 1, 2015

Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 781-666-2012
Email: [email protected]

Contact: Jessica Sacco
Phone: 978-769-5193
Email: [email protected]

Saugus Police Provide Safety Tips In Conjunction With Vehicle Theft Prevention Month

SAUGUS — Police Chief Domenic DiMella and the Saugus Police Department would like to remind residents about properly securing their vehicles this summer to prevent theft.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is launching its annual Vehicle Theft Prevention Campaign this month, as more cars are stolen in July than any other time during the year.

“With the warm weather, more people are out at night, increasing the odds that vehicles will be broken into and items will be stolen,” Chief DiMella said. “These break-ins are normally opportunist theft, so if your vehicle is properly secured, there is a much greater likelihood it will not be entered.”

The NHTSA reminds drivers to use common sense when parking and exiting your vehicle.

  • Take your key, don’t leave it in your vehicle.
  • Close and lock all windows and doors.
  • Park in well-lit areas, preferably a garage, if possible.
  • Never leave valuables in your vehicle, and if you do, make sure they are out of sight.

If your vehicle has been stolen, follow these steps:

  • Contact police immediately to file a stolen vehicle report. You’ll need a copy of the police report and/or a case number to provide to your insurance company.
  • You may also be asked to provide the following information: license plate number; make, model and color of car and the VIN number and any identifying characteristics.
  • Contact your insurance company to file a claim within 24 hours of when you discovered your vehicle was stolen.
  • If you find your vehicle before authorities, contact the police and your insurance company immediately

Did you know:

  • NHTSA reports a vehicle is stolen about every 45 seconds somewhere in the United States.
  • According to the FBI’s 2013 Uniform Crime Report, cars make up about 74 percent of all stolen vehicles. Trucks and buses make up about 15 percent. 
  • Only about 45 percent of all stolen vehicles are recovered.
  • Just under 700,000 vehicles were stolen in 2013. The estimated rate of motor vehicle thefts was 220 per 100,000 inhabitants.
  • The 2013 cost of those vehicles is calculated to be more than $4.1 billion.

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Burlington Police Department Awards 12-Year-Old Crimesolver

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Michael R. Kent
Chief of Police
45 Center Street
Burlington, MA 01803
www.bpd.org

For Immediate Release

Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2014

Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 781-791-7627

Burlington Police Department Recognizes Girl, 12, for Helping to Find Neighbor’s Stolen Car

BURLINGTON — Police Chief Michael R. Kent is pleased to announce that he gave an award to a very observant 12-year-old girl who recently helped police find her neighbor’s stolen car.

On Friday November 21, 2014, 12-year-old Merry Lapointe, of Woburn, was on her way to school on Marian Road in Woburn when she noticed a black Ford Escape SUV parked in a parking lot. She had heard that neighbor’s car had been stolen recently, and the vehicle she passed by seemed to look familiar.

As a result of her alertness, police officers identified the car as the same one that a Woburn resident had reported stolen from a store parking lot in Burlington on Nov. 14. Burlington Police Detectives were able to process the vehicle for evidence and are hopeful that they will be able to find the person responsible for the theft.

“Merry is a very responsible young lady who had her eyes open and helped her neighbor recover his stolen car,” Chief Kent said. “We can all learn a lesson from her. Always be aware of your surroundings, and call the police if you see something that looks out of the ordinary.”

Chief Kent presented Merry with the “Chief’s Coin” and a department t-shirt in his office last week. In the police culture, a Chief’s Coin (also known as a Challenge Coin) are often earned by fellow law enforcement officers or members of the military for going above and beyond the call of duty. Chief Kent gave Merry a coin in recognition of her own detective skills.

Merry’s name is used with permission from her parents.

Pictured left-to-right are Burlington Police Detective Thomas Carlson, Merry Lapointe, and Burlington Police Chief Michael R. Kent. (Courtesy of the Burlington Police Department)
Pictured left-to-right are Burlington Police Detective Thomas Carlson, Merry Lapointe, and Burlington Police Chief Michael R. Kent. (Courtesy of the Burlington Police Department)

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