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Rockland Police Remind Residents to Lock Their Car Doors at Night During National Vehicle Theft Prevention Month

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Rockland Police Department
Chief John R. Llewellyn
490 Market St.,
Rockland, MA 02370

For Immediate Release

Monday, July 15, 2019

Contact: Benjamin Paulin
Phone: 781-428-3299
Email: [email protected]

Rockland Police Remind Residents to Lock Their Car Doors at Night During National Vehicle Theft Prevention Month

ROCKLAND – Chief John Llewellyn and the Rockland Police Department would like to remind residents this month to properly secure their vehicles to prevent theft and avoid being an easy target for thieves.

July is National Vehicle Theft Prevention Month and according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), more than three-quarters of a million vehicles were stolen in the United States in 2017. The value of these stolen vehicles is nearly $6 billion.

“Summer tends to be the season where we see the most vehicle thefts and break-ins,” Chief Llewellyn said. “But, there are many simple steps residents should take to protect their vehicles year-round.”

The NHTSA and Rockland 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.

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Rockland Police and Fire Departments Respond After Man Allegedly Pushed Car into Pond

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Tuesday, July 2, 2019

For Immediate Release

Media Contact: Benjamin Paulin
Phone: 781-742-3922
Email: [email protected]

Rockland Police and Fire Departments Respond After Man Allegedly Pushed Car into Pond

ROCKLAND — Police Chief John Llewellyn and Fire Chief Scott Duffey report that the Rockland Police and Fire Departments responded to Reed’s Pond Tuesday morning after a man allegedly purposefully pushed his vehicle into the water.

At approximately 7:30 a.m. Tuesday, Rockland Police and Fire Department personnel responded to Reed’s Pond, also known as Studleys Pond, off Market Street for a report of a vehicle in the water.

Upon arrival, officers located a Honda Accord that was fully submerged underwater.

Because it was unknown at the time if anyone was inside of the vehicle, a team of divers from Plymouth County Technical Rescue Team was called to the scene. The divers determined that the vehicle was empty and they subsequently assisted a tow company with removing the car from the pond.

No injuries were reported in the incident.

The initial investigation indicates that a 32-year-old Malden man drove his car to a ramp leading into the water, put the car in neutral and then pushed the car into the pond.

The man is known to police and was located walking down Plain Street a short time after the incident. The man was transported to a local hospital to undergo a mental health evaluation.

While on scene at the pond, police discovered that the man had allegedly damaged a wall in a nearby cemetery with his vehicle prior to pushing it into the pond.

The man will be issued a citation for Leaving the Scene of Property Damage Over $1,500. He will be issued a summons to appear in court at a later date.

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

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Rockland Police and Fire Departments Offer Summer Road Safety Tips

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Monday, June 24, 2019

For Immediate Release

Media Contact: Benjamin Paulin
Phone: 781-742-3922
Email: [email protected]

Rockland Police and Fire Departments Offer Summer Road Safety Tips

ROCKLAND — As summer begins and with school now out of session, Police Chief John Llewellyn and Fire Chief Scott Duffey would like to remind drivers to share the road and remain attentive while driving.

As people enjoy their summer activities, more bicyclists, motorcyclists and pedestrians will be outside. In addition, with many schools out for the summer, kids are playing outside and near the roadways.

To prevent accidents and injuries, the Rockland Police and Fire Departments recommend the following safety tips:

Driving Safety Tips:

  • Watch for pedestrians everywhere, at all times of the day.
  • Avoid distracted driving and never use your cell phone or mobile device while driving.
  • Yield to bicyclists as you would to a motor vehicle. Do not underestimate their speed, especially when making a turn that crosses their path.
  • Be cautious at parking lots, stop signs, when backing up and when parking. Watch for other vehicles, pedestrians and bicyclists at these times.
  • Be cautious at night and during inclement weather when visibility may be poor.
  • Be cautious at crosswalks. Slow down and prepare to stop when turning or nearing a crosswalk. Yield to pedestrians in crosswalks. Stop a safe distance away from the crosswalk to give other vehicles ample time to see the pedestrians that are crossing so that they can also stop. Do not pass vehicles stopped at a crosswalk.
  • Follow slower speed limits in neighborhoods with signage that children are present.
  • Drivers turning right on red need to look to the right and behind to avoid hitting a bicyclist that may be approaching from the right rear. Stop completely, look left-right-left and behind, and then turn right on red.
  • Give cyclists extra space. Do not pass them too closely.
  • Bicycles and motorcycles can be difficult to spot because of their smaller profiles and because drivers are conditioned to look for other cars, not cyclists.
  • Remember that motorcyclists have the same privileges as other drivers. Be sure to give riders a full lane of travel, and always keep a close watch for motorcyclists — especially at intersections and on highways. Sport utility vehicles, delivery vans, and large trucks may block motorcyclists from your view.
  • Anticipate a motorcyclist’s maneuvers. A piece of road debris that poses no threat to a car may be deadly for a motorcyclist. Predict evasive moves a motorcyclist might take by always being aware of your surroundings. Also, don’t follow motorcycles too closely. Allow enough room for the motorcyclist to take evasive actions.
  • Drivers must always be aware of their surroundings. Remember: Check twice, save a life.
  • Yield to emergency vehicles with lights and sirens  on. Pull over as far as possible.
  • When approaching emergency vehicles, SLOW DOWN and MOVE OVER.

Motorcycle and Bicycle Safety:

Motorcyclists and bicyclists are also reminded to take safety precautions. These include:

  • Making your presence known to drivers by wearing an appropriate helmet and contrasting clothing or reflective gear
  • Avoiding riding in a driver’s blind spot
  • Being cautious of cars entering or exiting driveways, or backing up in a parking lot
  • Using proper turn signals
  • Always following the rules of the road.

As always, the Rockland Police and Fire Departments hope everyone has a safe, healthy and happy summertime!

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Rockland Police Release Identity of Man Arrested and Charged with Armed Robbery

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Rockland Police Department
Chief John R. Llewellyn
490 Market St.,
Rockland, MA 02370

For Immediate Release

Tuesday, May 14, 2019

Contact: Benjamin Paulin
Phone: 781-428-3299
Email: [email protected]

Rockland Police Release Identity of Man Arrested and Charged with Armed Robbery

Alleged Incident Remains Under Investigation

ROCKLAND — Chief John Llewellyn is releasing the identity of a man who was arrested by Rockland Police Tuesday afternoon, after allegedly showing a firearm during an armed robbery and then briefly barricading himself inside of his Church Street apartment.

IVAN J. ANDUJAR, AGE 19, OF ROCKLAND was charged with Armed Robbery. 

The investigation remains active and ongoing and ANDUJAR, who is known to police, could face additional charges. He is expected to be arraigned Wednesday in Hingham District Court.

At approximately 3:30 p.m. today, Rockland Police received a report of a man, later identified as ANDUJAR, who allegedly robbed another man at gunpoint on Howard Street.

ANDUJAR subsequently fled and was seen entering the third floor apartment of 57 Church St., a three-family residence.

Due to the circumstances, the regional MetroLEC SWAT Team was called to the scene to assist.

After briefly barricading himself inside of the home, ANDUJAR surrendered himself and was taken into custody without further incident.

A 17-year-old male inside of the apartment, who is a relative of ANDUJAR’S, was detained and questioned at the police station following the incident. He was later released into the custody of his mother and was not charged.

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

To view an earlier release regarding this incident, click here.

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