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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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Methuen Police Arrest Three Juveniles, Recover Firearm after Report of Suspicious Activity

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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

Thursday, Nov. 8, 2018

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

Methuen Police Arrest Three Juveniles, Recover Firearm after Report of Suspicious Activity

METHUEN — Mayor James P. Jajuga and Police Chief Joseph Solomon report that the Methuen Police Department arrested three juveniles and seized a handgun and ammunition after officers responded Tuesday to a citizen report of suspicious activity.

The suspects were found in possession of credit cards and identification cards reported stolen from a inside a Haverhill resident’s motor vehicle.

As a result of the on-scene investigation, a 16-YEAR-OLD MALE FROM METHUEN, and  16-YEAR-OLD and 17-YEAR-OLD MALES FROM LAWRENCE were arrested.

A Methuen Police officer was dispatched to a location on Monterey Drive at 10:20 a.m. for a report of suspicious activity — the caller reported three males in a motor vehicle with New Hampshire plates parked outside a residence while the homeowner was not home.

The first arriving officer noticed that three males were asleep or unconscious in the vehicle. The operator, upon rousing, refused to provide his name or identification to the officer, which is a crime. The operator was later identified as the METHUEN JUVENILE.  

The driver was detained, and additional officers were requested to the scene. During the investigation, an officer observed a firearm in the passenger seat-back pocket. As the officer was attempting to info the other police on scene, the driver fled on foot.

One of the passengers attempted to run but quickly surrendered, but the second passenger then fled on foot toward Woodburn Drive.

Both fleeing suspects were found by officers shortly afterward.

A 9 mm bullet was found in possession of the driver, but since none of the boys claimed ownership of the firearm, all three were charged.

The 16-YEAR-OLD METHUEN JUVENILE operator was charged with:

  • Operating a Motor Vehicle without a License
  • Providing a False name and Address to a Police Officer
  • Unlawful Possession of a Firearm
  • Unlawful Possession of Ammunition
  • Disorderly Conduct
  • Resisting Arrest

This suspect also had an outstanding arrest warrant from another jurisdiction.

The 17-YEAR-OLD LAWRENCE JUVENILE passenger was charged with:

  • Unlawful Possession of a Firearm
  • Disorderly Conduct
  • Resisting Arrest

The 16-YEAR-OLD LAWRENCE JUVENILE passenger was charged with:

  • Unlawful Possession of a Firearm
  • Disorderly Conduct
  • Resisting Arrest

This suspect also had an outstanding arrest warrant from another jurisdiction.

Methuen Police are working with Haverhill Police, and additional charges regarding the stolen property may be forthcoming.

“This is a perfect example of ‘see something, say something,'” Chief Solomon said. “In this instance, three suspects were arrested, an illegal gun was seized, and stolen property was recovered because a resident called the police.”

Mayor Jajuga praised the work of the officers on scene.

“The police officers who responded to this incident conducted themselves in a calm and professional manner despite the fact that they were dealing with a firearm and multiple suspects fleeing in different directions,” he said. “Thankfully, these suspects were apprehended and the situation was resolved without any danger to the residents or bystanders in the area.”

To prevent becoming a victim of motor vehicle theft, the Methuen Police Department reminds residents to always:

  • Always lock all car doors.
  • Roll up windows and close sunroofs.
  • Never leave loose electronics in plain view.
  • Not leave money in your car or loose change in plain view.
  • Call police immediately if you notice something missing or observe suspicious activity

The suspects were ordered held in custody for at least 90 days during arraignment at Lawrence Juvenile Court.

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

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Newburyport Police Seek Information Regarding Suspicious Activity 

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

For Immediate Release

Thursday, Oct. 4, 2018

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

Newburyport Police Seek Information Regarding Suspicious Activity 

Light reflecting from the porch resulted in this higher quality color surveillance image a suspect attempting to enter a Payson Street home in Newburyport. (Courtesy Photo)

NEWBURYPORT — City Marshal Mark Murray and the Newburyport Police Department are alerting residents to suspicious activity that occurred at a Payson street home over the past two months.

Three times since August, a suspicious masked person has been observed on surveillance cameras attempting to gain entry to the same Payson Street home or garage.

On August 11 and 26 and again on Sept. 9, the footage shows the suspect attempting to gain entry to the home or garage overnight.

In footage provided to Newburyport Police, the suspect is seen wearing gloves, Merrell style outdoor shoes and a “Morphsuit” style full face mask that covers the entire face, including nose, eyes, and mouth.  The suspect appears to be between 5’ 2” and 5’ 8.”  On one occasion the suspect is seen taking off a pair of glasses and putting them in his pocket.

So far, nothing has been stolen and there have been no encounters between the residents and the suspect.

The photos are being released after consultation with the Payson Street homeowner to alert residents of this activity and seek any information regarding this individual.

If anyone has any information about these attempted break-ins, they are asked to contact Inspector Chris McDonald at 978-462-4411 ext. 1006 or at [email protected].

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East Bridgewater Police Seeking to Identify Man in Vehicle Who Approached Young Girl

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East Bridgewater Police Department
Scott Allen, Chief of Police
153 Central St.
East Bridgewater, MA 02333

For Immediate Release

Wednesday, Sept. 12, 2018

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

East Bridgewater Police Seeking to Identify Man in Vehicle Who Approached Young Girl

EAST BRIDGEWATER — Chief Scott Allen reports that the East Bridgewater Police Department is seeking to identify and speak with a man who reportedly drove up to an 11-year-old girl walking home from her bus stop and asked her if she wanted a ride Wednesday afternoon.

At approximately 3:20 p.m., police received a call from woman on Thayer Avenue who said that while she was watching her daughter get off the bus and walk a short distance to her house, a man in a silver sedan approached her daughter and asked her twice if she wanted a ride. The mother and daughter did not know who the man was.

The incident occurred on Thayer Avenue between West Union Street and Patriot Circle.

The mother began taking photos of the man’s vehicle and he turned into a nearby driveway to turn around and then fled from the area toward Matfield Street. The girl was able to make it safely to her mother without further incident.

The man is described as a black male in his 20s or 30s with a beard and a medium build, who was wearing a red hat. He was driving what is believed to be a silver 2016-2018 Honda Civic four-door sedan.

Officers searched the area for the vehicle but were unable to locate it. The East Bridgewater Police Department notified police in surrounding communities to be on the lookout for a man inside of a vehicle fitting the description given.

The East Bridgewater Police are releasing photos that were taken by the victim’s mother and are seeking the public’s help in identifying the driver and/or owner of the vehicle. If anyone has further information about this incident or witnessed any suspicious activity in the area of Thayer Avenue today, they are asked to call East Bridgewater Police at 508-378-7223.

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