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Wakefield Police Investigating after Bones Found on Residential Property

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Wakefield Police Department
Rick Smith, Chief of Police
1 Union St.
Wakefield, MA 01880

For Immediate Release

Monday, May 3, 2019

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

Wakefield Police Investigating Probable Discovery of Human Bones

WAKEFIELD — Chief Steven Skory and Middlesex District Attorney Marian Ryan report that the Middlesex District Attorney’s Office and Wakefield Police Department are investigating the apparent discovery of human bones on residential grounds.

At 10:24 a.m. Monday, a landscaper working on Lakeshore Drive in Wakefield located what appeared to be human bones, shoes and clothing under brush, behind a shed located behind a residence.

The preliminary investigation suggests the remains had been outside for an extended period of time.

Due to the condition of the remains, a cause of death and identity are not immediately available.

“We appreciate the patience and assistance of members of the public today as this investigation is conducted,” Chief Skory said. “At this time, we do not believe there is any danger to the community.”

The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner is also involved in the investigation.

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*MEDIA ADVISORY* Melrose Police to Undergo Active Shooter Training Next Week at Public School

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

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Wednesday, June 12, 2019

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

*MEDIA ADVISORY*

Melrose Police to Undergo Active Shooter Training Next Week at Public School

Residents near Horace Mann School May Hear Loud Noises and See Increased Police Presence as Part of Training Scenario

MELROSE — Chief Michael L. Lyle announces that the Melrose Police Department will participate in an active shooter training drill throughout next week. Part of the drill will be open to interested members of the news media.

The training will take place inside the Horace Mann School. Residents in the area may hear loud noises and bangs and see a number of police units in the area. Residents should know that this is only a training drill and that there is no danger. Only blank/training rounds and noise simulators will be used during the training.

The training scenario is meant to better prepare the Melrose Police Department for the unlikely yet extremely dangerous occurrence of an active shooter in the city.

WHAT: Active Shooter Training

WHEN: 

Monday, June 17 through Thursday, June 20

8 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day

WHERE:

Horace Mann School (inside)

40 Damon Ave. Melrose,

MEDIA:

Members of the media are invited to attend the session on Tuesday, June 18. Chief Lyle and the Melrose Police Department media relations staff will be on-hand to explain the drill and answer any media questions.

Media will be allowed from 9-11 a.m. on Tuesday. Interested journalists are asked to RSVP. Still and broadcast cameras will be allowed, but they will be asked not to film certain portions of the training, as not to give away police tactics during a critical emergency.

Any member of the public  who has questions about this training may contact the Melrose Police Department at 781-665-1212.

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Ipswich Police Cite New Hampshire Man after Oil Spill on Roadway

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Ipswich Police Department
Paul A. Nikas, Chief of Police
15 Elm St.
Ipswich, MA 01938

For Immediate Release

Thursday, May 23, 2019

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

Ipswich Police Cite New Hampshire Contractor after Oil Spill on Roadway

Contractor Demolishing Home Punctured Heating Oil Tank, Left Trail Nearly 4 Miles Long

IPSWICH — Acting Chief of Police Jonathan Hubbard reports that the Ipswich Police Department has cited a Portsmouth, New Hampshire contractor after he allegedly left an oil trail all over town while transporting a home heating oil tank earlier this week.

As a result of an investigation, an 56-YEAR-OLD MAN FROM PORTSMOUTH, NEW HAMPSHIRE has been cited for violation of MGL Ch. 85 Sec. 36 Dropping Load on Way.

Acting Chief Hubbard discovered an oil trail shortly after noontime on Tuesday, and he radioed his findings into dispatch. Ipswich Fire and DPW crews immediately responded and began to treat the oil slicks with sand and drying agents.

A Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection Response Team also responded to Ipswich to provide assistance.

The investigation indicated that contractors performing demolition on a Bowdoin Road home punctured a home heating oil tank and then loaded it onto a truck for transport. The tank spilled several hundred gallons of home heating oil on the roadways of Little Neck Road, Jeffrey’s Neck Road, East Street, County Street, County Road, and Essex Road, a span of approximately four miles, before the trail stopped.

Ipswich Fire Deputy Chief Jeff French obtained video from a business on County Road which showed a vehicle registered to T J Berky Builders of Rye, New Hampshire. Several tips also came in over social media.

In addition to the citation, the DEP may assess the contractor for all costs associated with this spill. It is unknown if there was any additional environmental impact beyond the roadway, but Acting Chief Hubbard notes that crews were very quick to begin the cleanup effort.

“This incident, while unfortunate, is an example of great teamwork and efficiency among the Ipswich Police and Fire Departments, Ipswich Public Works and the DEP,” he said. “Working together, we were able to quickly clean up the spill and find the vehicle in question.”

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Andover Police Arrest Man after Attempted ATM Theft

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Andover Police Department
Chief Patrick Keefe
32 North Main St.
Andover, MA 01810

For Immediate Release

Sunday, May 19, 2019

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

Andover Police Arrest Man after Attempted ATM Theft

ANDOVER — Chief Patrick Keefe reports that the Andover Police Department arrested a man after an attempted break-in of an ATM machine.

As a result of the report of a diligent resident and a rapid police response, with K-9 assistance from several agencies, JUAN ANTONETTY MEJIAS, AGE 19, OF LOWELL was arrested and charged with:

  • Breaking and Entering with the Intent to Commit a Felony
  • Malicious Destruction of Property

Andover Police received a 911 call from a resident at 9 a.m. Sunday and received a report of a man trying to smash the Bank of America ATM located at a store at 429 Lowell St. The caller gave police a good description of the suspect and his direction of flight.

Officers responded immediately and found the ATM with significant damage, consistent with someone trying to tear the face of the machine off and break into it for the money inside.

Several area departments responded to provide mutual aid, including K-9 units from the Tewksbury and North Andover Police Departments as well as the Massachusetts State Police.

The suspect was observed running through a driveway and backyard of a residence on Lowell Street, and police gave pursuit on foot.

After evading police for a short time, officers located and arrested MEJIAS without further incident.

MEJIAS is being held pending arraignment Monday at Lawrence District Court.

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

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