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Bedford, N.H. Police Arrest Woman Following String of Recent Motor Vehicle Break-Ins

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Bedford Police Department
John J. Bryfonski, Chief of Police
55 Constitution Drive
Bedford, NH 03110

For Immediate Release

Thursday, Dec. 5, 2019

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

Bedford, N.H. Police Arrest Woman Following String of Recent Motor Vehicle Break-Ins

Woman Arrested Allegedly Member of Felony Lane Gang

BEDFORD, N.H. — Chief John J. Bryfonski reports that the Bedford Police Department has charged a woman following a series of recent motor vehicle break-ins and identity theft cases in town.

Several incidents took place in Bedford in October and the subsequent investigations resulted in the arrest of TINA CANNON, AGE 47, OF NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE.

CANNON was charged with:

  • Identity Fraud
  • Posing as Another Person
  • Criminal Mischief
  • Theft by Unauthorized Taking or Transfer

CANNON was arrested on Tuesday, Nov. 5 by Bedford Police, in Keene, New Hampshire. She was arraigned on Wednesday, Nov. 13 at Hillsborough County Superior Court North in Manchester, and was released on personal recognizance.

On Monday, Oct. 14, a vehicle was broken into in the parking lot of Orangetheory Fitness on South River Road. A purse with two credit cards inside was stolen, and one of the cards was later used at two different Lowe’s, in Woburn, Massachusetts and in Salem, New Hampshire.

Three other incidents took place on Saturday, Oct. 12, starting with multiple vehicle break-ins on Camp Allen Road. Three vehicles had their windows broken and purses were taken from each of the vehicles.

Later that day, officers responded to a theft from a vehicle in the parking lot of the Bedford Mall, where a window was smashed and numerous bottles of wine were taken.

Hours later, Bedford Police officers responded to the River Road Tavern, 193 South River Road, where another vehicle window was smashed and a purse was taken.

Through the subsequent investigations, and with assistance from the Keene Police Department, Bedford officers were able to link CANNON to the thefts.

CANNON is allegedly a member of the Felony Lane Gang, a group of individuals who operate across the country allegedly breaking into cars to steal purses. The gang members use the IDs from the purses they steal to cash checks and engage in other identity theft activities.

The Felony Lane Gang is said to be based out of Florida, with arrests having been made last month in states as far away as Tennessee, Louisiana, Georgia and Wisconsin. 

“These are well organized criminals involved in a nationwide theft operation, and making this arrest required the cooperation from multiple departments,” Chief Bryfonski said. “This investigation took place over several months, and I would like to thank several local businesses for providing security footage that helped us link the suspect to these crimes.”

The incidents remain under investigation. Anyone with information about similar vehicle break-ins or identity theft incidents is asked to contact the Bedford Police Department at 603-472-5113.

These are allegations. Are suspects are innocent until proven guilty.

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Groveland Police Charge Juvenile in Connection with Motor Vehicle Break-In

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Groveland Police Department
Jeffrey Gillen, Chief
Public Safety Building
181 Main St
Groveland, MA 01834

For Immediate Release

Friday, Nov. 22, 2019

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

Groveland Police Charge Juvenile in Connection with Motor Vehicle Break-In

GROVELAND — Chief Jeffrey Gillen reports that the Groveland Police Department has arrested a teenager and charged him after he allegedly broke into multiple motor vehicles on Wednesday.

At approximately 9:21 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 20, police responded to a report of two males on Ashcroft Circle who had arrived in a suspicious vehicle and were walking into driveways and checking vehicle door handles.

After an initial investigation, police learned that the vehicle the two suspects had arrived in was stolen. Upon arrival, the two suspects ran away from police on foot.

Police were able to locate one of the two teens, a MALE, AGE 17, OF HAVERHILL, and charged him with Receiving Stolen Property and Breaking and Entering into a Motor Vehicle. 

Police have identified five individuals they believe were victims of the break-ins. All vehicles that were entered were determined to have been unlocked at the time.

“Fortunately, someone saw this suspicious behavior and called us in time to respond and identify one of these individuals,” Chief Gillen said. “We encourage residents to give us a call if they see something questionable, and to always lock their car doors. Also, I want to thank the Georgetown Police Department and Amesbury Police Officer Thomas Nichols and his K-9 for their assistance at the scene.”

Groveland Police are still seeking to identify the second individual involved, and anyone with any information regarding this incident is encouraged to call the Groveland Police Department at 978-521-1212.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Groveland Police remind vehicle owners to use common sense when parking and exiting your vehicle.

  • Take your key, don’t leave it in your vehicle.
  • Close all windows and lock all doors.
  • Never leave valuables in your vehicle, and if you do, make sure they are out of sight.
  • Never leave credit cards/debit cards, cash or your wallet or purse inside of your vehicle overnight.
  • Park in well-lit areas or preferably inside a garage, if possible. Install lights with motion sensors near where you park your vehicle.
  • Get in the routine of double-checking that your vehicle is locked and secure each night around 9 p.m. This is known as the 9 p.m. Routine.

If your vehicle has been stolen or broken into, follow these steps:

  • Call 911 to report a vehicle theft or break-in.  A copy of the police report and/or a case number will be needed to provide to your insurance company.
  • You may be asked to provide the license plate number, make, model and color of the 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 or broken into.
  • If you find your vehicle before authorities, contact the police immediately and then your insurance company.

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

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Bedford Police Warn Business Owners, Residents About String of Motor Vehicle Break-Ins

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Bedford Police Department
John J. Bryfonski, Chief of Police
55 Constitution Drive
Bedford, NH 03110

For Immediate Release

Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019

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

Bedford Police Warn Business Owners, Residents About String of Motor Vehicle Break-Ins

BEDFORD, N.H. — Chief John J. Bryfonski and the Bedford Police Department would like to notify business owners and residents about a recent string of motor vehicle break-ins over the last week, and are asking people to report any suspicious activity to police.

Officials believe that this recent string of motor vehicle break-ins may be the work of one group.

Since Wednesday, Oct. 9, Bedford Police have responded to six motor vehicle break-ins in the retail district along South River Road and a public recreational soccer field on Back River Road. In each incident, the windows to the vehicles were broken and purses were stolen. Stolen credit cards from the purses have also been used for purchases at local stores.

In order to prevent thefts from a motor vehicle, police urge citizens to always lock their vehicles, even if it is in your driveway, and to never leave belongings, especially those of value, in the car or in plain view.

“Unfortunately, residents need to be constantly vigilant when it comes to securing valuables, money and purses, and should never leave those items in a motor vehicle, even if it is locked,” Chief Bryfonski said. “We’re actively investigating these incidents, and encourage anyone who may have information to contact us as soon as possible.”

One of the suspects is described as a middle-aged, white female with a brace on her right wrist, who police believe has been using stolen credit cards from the motor vehicle break-ins at area establishments. Police are also looking for a black male driver and a white male who have been seen driving a black BMW SUV with no front plate.

Anyone who has information about any of the incidents or has seen a suspicious motor vehicle in a parking lot is asked to call the Bedford Police Department at 603-472-5113.

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Pepperell Police Issue Warrant for Suspect Wanted in Connection with Series of Motor Vehicle Break-Ins

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Pepperell Police Department
David Scott, Chief of Police
59 Main St.
Pepperell, MA 01463

For Immediate Release

Monday, March 18, 2019

Contact: Jessica Sacco
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: [email protected]

Pepperell Police Issue Warrant for Suspect Wanted in Connection with Series of Motor Vehicle Break-Ins

PEPPERELL — Chief David Scott reports that the Pepperell Police Department is charging a man in connection with several motor vehicle break-ins in town.

DAVID FRAGOZA, AGE 33, OF LOWELL, is charged with:

  • Breaking and Entering into a Vehicle with Intent to Commit a Felony (nine counts)
  • Larceny (five counts)

On March 11, police received several reports from residents that their motor vehicles had been broken into in the Merrimack Drive neighborhood. Many of the victims reported items stolen, including cash and credit cards.

Detective John Coburn immediately began investing the incidents. Using evidence located at the scene, Detective Coburn was able to identify the footwear of the suspect, and later matched that footwear to a suspect seen in surveillance video using one of the stolen credit cards in a nearby city.

To identify the suspect, Detective Coburn worked with area police departments and was able to secure a photo of FRAGOZA, which matched the person seen in video surveillance.

Pepperell Police secured a warrant for FRAGOZA’S arrest today at Ayer District Court.

“I want to commend Detective Coburn for his hard, investigative work on this case,” Chief Scott said. “His knowledge, dedication and specialized training allowed the Pepperell Police Department to quickly identify this suspect and obtain a warrant for his arrest.”

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