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Easton Police and Fire Departments Respond to Serious Single-Car Crash

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For Immediate Release

Monday, July 8, 2019

Media Contact: Kelsey Bode
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: [email protected]

Easton Police and Fire Departments Respond to Serious Single-Car Crash

EASTON — Police Chief Gary Sullivan and Fire Chief Kevin Partridge report that the Easton Police and Fire Departments responded to a serious single-car crash into a utility pole Saturday night.

At approximately 6:40 p.m. on Saturday, Easton police and firefighters responded to a report of a car crash into a utility pole on Lincoln Street. Upon arrival, police and firefighters found that a Toyota Camry had struck a utility pole, splitting the pole in three places.

A 17-year-old girl, of Easton, had been driving the vehicle and was alone in the car. She sustained serious, life threatening injuries in the crash.

Firefighters called for a medical helicopter to transport the teen to a Boston hospital, but the helicopter was unable to come due to inclement weather. The teen was transported by ambulance to Good Samaritan Hospital in Brockton, and was later taken to Boston Medical Center.

The crash remains under investigation by the Easton Police Department.

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Methuen Police Respond to Serious Crash Involving Stolen Vehicle

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Methuen Police Department
Joseph Solomon, Chief of Police
Quinn Public Safety Building
90 Hampshire St.
Methuen, MA 01844

For Immediate Release

Sunday, May 5, 2019

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

Methuen Police Respond to Serious Crash Involving Stolen Vehicle

METHUEN — Mayor James P. Jajuga and Chief Joseph Solomon report that Methuen Police Department responded to a serious crash Saturday night.

At approximately 11:24 p.m., an officer observed a dark colored sedan traveling at a high rate of speed on Howe Street near Marshal Street. A short time later, the vehicle crashed into a light pole and the signal control box at the intersection of Jackson and Pleasant Valley Streets.

The driver sustained serious injuries and was subsequently transported to a Boston hospital via medical helicopter. He is currently in critical condition, and his name is not being released at this time.

As a result of a preliminary investigation, Methuen Police believe the car was stolen after the driver broke into the home of the vehicle’s owner, who is known to him. The incident remains under investigation at this time.

As a result of the crash, the signal lights at the intersection of Route 113 and Jackson and Howe Streets are disabled. Temporary stop signs have been installed at the intersection, but motorists are urged to use caution in the area.

The incident remains under investigation by the Methuen Police Department’s Criminal Investigations Bureau and the Massachusetts State Police Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Section.

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

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Newburyport Police Officers Honored for Saving the Life of Amesbury Woman after Crash

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Newburyport Police Department
Mark Murray, City Marshal
4 Green St.
Newburyport, MA 01950

For Immediate Release

Thursday, Jan. 24, 2019

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

Newburyport Police Officers Honored for Saving the Life of Amesbury Woman after Crash

NEWBURYPORT — City Marshal Mark Murray wishes to acknowledge Newburyport Police Department Officers John Gavin, Eric Marshall, Kevin Martin, and Sgt. Greg Whitney, who saved the life of a motorist last month after she suffered a medical emergency, leading to a motor vehicle crash.

On Saturday, Dec. 15, 2018, at 6:23 p.m., Newburyport police and fire were called to Spofford Street for a report of a motor vehicle that had crashed into a mailbox. Officer Marshall, who was first on scene, found an unresponsive woman who had been driving a Toyota Corolla.

Officer Marshall broke a rear window of the locked car, and with help from Officer Gavin extricated the woman from the vehicle. The two officers then used an automated external defibrillator in an attempt to restart her heart. Officer Martin then began giving the woman rescue breaths through a mask while Officer Gavin performed chest compressions. Sgt. Whitney later took over performing chest compressions on the woman.

The driver, a 53 year old Amesbury woman, had a weak pulse when the Amesbury Fire Department and Atlantic Ambulance arrived on scene. She was taken by ambulance to Anna Jaques Hospital, and was later taken by a medical helicopter to Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston where she was treated for a cardiac issue.

Marshal Murray subsequently received word that the victim had survived and was recovering. In recent days, he received a heartfelt, handwritten letter signed by her father, Dwight Murphey, of Wichita, Kansas, thanking the officers for saving his daughter’s life.

“The three officers and Sgt. Whitney responded quickly and effectively to this crash, and their immediate actions help to save this person’s life,” Marshal Murray said. “Thanks to their training and experience, they were able to deploy the defibrillator and begin CPR during the vital first moments.”

Murphey, writing on behalf of himself and his wife, Virginia, praised the training and equipment the Newburyport Police Department supplies it’s officers with, and also wrote that his daughter is recuperating well from the incident.

“For several days, we and others in her family were worried about possible brain damage from her heart stoppage,” Murphey wrote. “It was an incredible relief when we were told she had none. Your policeman’s perfect response had not only saved her life, but had kept her mind intact.”

Marshal Murray will present commendations to Officers Marshall, Gavin, Martin, and Sgt. Whitney at the City Council meeting Monday at 7:30 p.m. at City Hall on Pleasant Street.

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Groveland, Georgetown and Newburyport Police Recognized for Life Saving Actions

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For Immediate Release

Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2018

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

Groveland, Georgetown and Newburyport Police Recognized for Life Saving Actions

GROVELAND– Groveland Police Chief Jeffrey T. Gillen, Georgetown Police Chief Donald C. Cudmore and Newburyport Marshal Mark Murray are pleased to announce that members of all three departments were recognized yesterday for saving a man’s life.

On Feb. 12, during two ceremonies — at 1 p.m. in Groveland during an informal open house and at 7:30 p.m. at a City Council meeting in Newburyport — officials recognized Groveland’s Sgt. Eric Gorski and Detective Steve Petrone, Georgetown Sgt. Kevin DeFeo and Newburyport Lt. Matthew Simons for their response after a Georgetown man crashed his car into a telephone pole and was left unconscious.

In Groveland, officers received citations from the Board of Selectmen, presented by Chairman Michael Wood and Personnel Director Denise Dembkoski. In Newburyport, Mayor Donna Holaday presented a citation to Lt Simons. He also received citations from state Sen. Kathleen O’Connor Ives and state Rep. James Kelcourse, along with a citation from Gov. Charlie Baker, which was presented by Rep. Kelcourse.

“This was a true collaborative effort between the Groveland, Georgetown and Newburyport Police Departments,” Chief Gillen said. “I want to commend these officers for their quick and efficient police work, which ultimately saved this man’s life.”

On Saturday, Jan. 27, Sgt. Gorski and Detective Petrone responded to a report of a single motor vehicle crash with personal injury on School Street and Salem Street, in the area of the Tea Garden in Groveland. Given the close proximity to Georgetown, Sgt. DeFeo also arrived on scene to assist.

Upon arrival, officers located Lt. Simons, who was off duty at the time, administering CPR to a 57-year-old Georgetown man. Detective Petrone and Sgt. DeFeo assisted with an AED and continued chest compressions until the man regained consciousness. He was transported to an area hospital, where he was treated and is expected to recover.

An investigation into the incident revealed that the Georgetown man was traveling north on School Street when he is believed to have suffered a medical event, causing his vehicle to cross over the southbound lane and travel up onto a curb before crashing head-on into a telephone pole.

Lt. Simons, who was driving on the southbound side of School Street noticed something off about the vehicle’s path of travel, and after looking in his rear-view mirror, saw the crash occur. He immediately turned around, pulled the unconscious victim from his car and began providing aid.

“This is a prime example of the fact that a police officer’s job does not stop when their shift ends,” Marshal Murray said. “Lt. Simons is a dedicated public servant whose keen observation skills allowed him to recognize the signs of a crash before it even took place. His dedication and professionalism to his job is a testament to his character.”

“These officers should be proud of themselves for their work that day,” Chief Cudmore said. “Our partnerships with neighboring police departments are vital in providing our residents with the best quality service, especially in emergency situations like what occurred during this motor vehicle crash.”

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