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Winthrop Police Investigating Armed Robbery

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Winthrop Police Department
Chief Terence M. Delehanty
3 Metcalf Square
Winthrop, MA 02152

For Immediate Release

Saturday, July 13, 2019

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

Winthrop Police Investigating Armed Robbery

WINTHROP — Chief Terence M. Delehanty reports that the Winthrop Police Department is investigating an armed robbery that occurred early this morning.

Just after 3:30 a.m., Winthrop Police were dispatched to a home on Atlantic Street on a report of an armed robbery.

Upon arrival, officers learned that a 23-year-old male resident was getting dropped off by a friend when a vehicle approached him. Two males, one of whom was in possession of a firearm, got out of the car and demanded the victim hand over all the cash he had on his person.

The suspects, who were described as wearing dark clothing and baseball hats, then got back into their vehicle, which was operated by another male, and fled the scene.

“At this time we believe that this is not a random act and there is no danger to the community,” Chief Delehanty said. “We are actively investigating this incident with the hope of bringing it to a quick resolution.”

Residents with home video surveillance, or those who were in the Atlantic Street area early this morning, are asked to contact the Winthrop Police Department’s Detective Division at 617-846-1212. All tips can remain anonymous.

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Winthrop Police Lieutenant Retires Following 39-Year Career

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Winthrop Police Department
Chief Terence M. Delehanty
3 Metcalf Square
Winthrop, MA 02152

For Immediate Release

Thursday, July 11, 2019

Media Contact: Jordan Mayblum
Phone: 781-428-3299
Email: [email protected]

Winthrop Police Lieutenant Retires Following 39-Year Career

Lt. David E. Lessard retired from the Winthrop Police Department this week following nearly 40 years working for the department. (Courtesy Photo Winthrop Police)

WINTHROP — Chief Terence M. Delehanty announces that Lt. David E. Lessard has retired from the Winthrop Police Department after nearly four decades of service to the community.

Lt. Lessard officially retired on Monday, July 8, after serving the Winthrop Police Department for 39 years. In that time, he served as the founding organizer of the department’s Citizen Police Academy.

He also served as the department’s Accreditation Manager, a role in which he oversaw and ensured Winthrop Police’s compliance with a wide-ranging set of law enforcement standards.

In addition, Lt. Lessard oversaw the former Winthrop Marine Unit and Harbor Patrol, implemented and launched the department’s first Mountain Bike Unit and spent the latter half of his career as the patrol shift commander. For the last five years of his career, Lt. Lessard filled the role of president of the Winthrop Police Lieutenants’ Union.

“Lt. Lessard made an extraordinary impact on our department and was a steady presence in the community for the better part of the last half century,” Chief Delehanty said. “He will definitely be missed, but we wish him health and happiness as he embarks on his retirement.”

The department will host a formal retirement celebration for Lt. Lessard in the near future.

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Winthrop Police Sergeant Recognized for Work Supporting Community Mental Health

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Winthrop Police Department
Chief Terence M. Delehanty
3 Metcalf Square
Winthrop, MA 02152

For Immediate Release

Tuesday, July 9, 2019

Media Contact: Jordan Mayblum
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: [email protected]

Winthrop Police Sergeant Recognized for Work Supporting Community Mental Health

Sgt. Sarko Gergerian (right) was presented with his award by John C. Barber, LICSW, Western Massachusetts Area Forensic Director and Statewide Coordinator of CIT-TTAC Programs with the Department of Mental Health.
(Courtesy Photo)

WINTHROP — Chief Terence M. Delehanty is pleased to announce that a Winthrop Police Sergeant was recognized last month for his work advancing mental health outreach community-wide.

Sgt. Sarko Gergarian was honored with the Exemplary Performance in Law Enforcement award on Tuesday, June 11, at the Massachusetts Department of Mental Health’s Mental Health and Law Enforcement Conference.

He was recognized at the awards ceremony for his deep commitment to providing resources for those in the Winthrop community who are suffering from mental health related issues. Sgt. Gergerian works in close partnership with the town’s Department of Public Health and Clinical Services to conduct proactive outreach and connect with those in need to overcome their personal mental health challenges.

Over the past four years, Sgt. Gergerian has taken on responsibilities well above and beyond his duties as a police officer by leading the department’s innovative Community Law Enforcement Assisted Recovery (CLEAR) team. He’s also obtained a master’s degree in mental health counseling and has distinguished himself through his leadership in responding to mental health crises in the community.

“Sgt. Gergerian has been a tremendous force for positive change in the way our department — and our community as a whole — addresses mental illness,” Chief Delehanty said. “He’s extremely deserving of this honor, though I know he’s motivated solely by the potential his work has to improve the lives of others.”

The Winthrop Police Department’s renewed approach to mental illness began with a meeting between Sgt. Gergerian and Chief Delehanty, where the former suggested the department use all of the data at its disposal to support those in the community struggling with mental illness. With Chief Delehanty’s blessing, he immediately got to work.

“I asked if we were doing anything other than traditional policing with the police information we have, and I asked him if, on shift, I could use that information to identify people who were having struggles and follow up,” Sgt. Gergarian said. “My chief allowed me to use police information in a radically different way, as a source of information for people who need help. It’s developed into a wraparound program with a multidisciplinary team.”

Sgt. Gergerian was nominated for the honor by Public Health Director Meredith Hurley, who praised his compassion, poise, and empathetic nature, while also noting that his commitment to mental health and law enforcement work — and the intersection of the two — is second to none.

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Winthrop Police Actively Investigating Following Increase in Car Thefts and Break-Ins

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Winthrop Police Department
Chief Terence M. Delehanty
3 Metcalf Square
Winthrop, MA 02152

For Immediate Release

Thursday, June 20, 2019

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

Winthrop Police Actively Investigating Following Increase in Car Thefts and Break-Ins

WINTHROP — Police Chief Terence M. Delehanty reports that the Winthrop Police Department is investigating an increase in reported car thefts and break-ins.

Between June 10-17, the Winthrop Police Department responded to five reports of motor vehicle break-ins. Likewise, between June 7-17, Winthrop Police responded to reports of and/or located four stolen vehicles. Winthrop Police responded to additional reports of motor vehicle break-ins on the morning of Thursday, June 20.

In the case of some of the stolen vehicles, police located cars from Chelsea in Winthrop, while Chelsea Police have located stolen vehicles from Winthrop in their community.

These incidents remain under active investigation, and anyone who believes they may have information about car break-ins or thefts is asked to call the Winthrop Police Department at 617-846-1212. So far no arrests have been made.

“Locking your car is the simplest and often most effective way to prevent someone from breaking into or stealing your car, since criminals are often looking for the easiest possible target,” Chief Delehanty said. “Our detectives are aggressively investigating these crimes, and I encourage anyone who thinks they may be able to expedite that investigation to reach out to us.”

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), nearly half of the approximately 750,000 vehicle thefts in the U.S. in 2017 were attributable to owner error, such as leaving the car unlocked or the keys accessible.

The NHTSA recommends drivers follow these simple tips to prevent their cars from being stolen or burglarized:

  • Always take your vehicle’s key with you, and never leave it in or on your vehicle.
  • Close and lock all windows and doors when parking.
  • Park in well-lit areas whenever possible.
  • Never leave valuables in your vehicle, especially in places that are clearly visible from the outside.

For more information about car theft prevention, visit the NHTSA’s dedicated website.

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