City of Somerville Massachusetts Police Department

Crime News

Crime Log July 25 to July 31, 2023

Assault

23042137: On 7/26/23 at approximately 3:14 PM, Somerville Police responded to Washington St after a male party reported that three males in a vehicle parked across the street were waiting to hurt him. Upon arrival, officers observed a white sedan flee the area after two males entered it. Officers spoke with the victim who stated three males pulled up in the vehicle and one of them displayed a firearm that was in his waistband. The victim then fled the area.

: Last Updated: 07 August 2023

Crime Log July 18 to July 24, 2023

Shots Fired

23040389: On 7/19/23 at approximately 10:40 PM, Somerville Police responded to Howe St for report of two shots fired. Upon arrival, officers reviewed surveillance footage which showed a motorcycle, a pickup truck and a four-door sedan traveling at a high rate of speed. No ballistic evidence was recovered. Investigation is ongoing.

: Last Updated: 26 July 2023

Scam Alert! 7/19/23

DOOR-TO-DOOR SALES SCAM ALERT: Please be advised that SPD received a report of a door-to-door magazine subscription scam that occurred in the area of Prichard Ave and Kidder Ave. Residents are advised to be wary of all unsolicited offers and to research the company / service before providing any form of payment. Residents are also advised not to share any personal or financial information nor let unknown salespersons into their homes. Note that door-to-door solicitors are required by city ordinance to register with the Somerville Police Department’s Records Division and should have documentation of such. You may confirm a solicitor’s registration by calling the SPD Records Division at 617-625-1600 x 7244.

: Last Updated: 19 July 2023

Crime Log July 11 to July 17, 2023

Assault

23038730: On 7/11/23 at approximately 11:02 AM, Somerville Police responded to Broadway & Pennsylvania Ave for a dispute. Upon arrival, officers spoke with the victim who stated he got into an argument with a male party. During the argument, the male party brandished a knife and began threatening the victim.

: Last Updated: 18 July 2023

Crime Log June 27 to July 10, 2023

Residential Breaking & Entering

23036868: On 7/1/23 at approximately 10:18 PM, Somerville Police responded to a residence on Hinckley St for report of a breaking and entering. Upon arrival, officers observed the front door slightly ajar and deemed the house safe and empty. Shortly after, the residents arrived home and searched through their belongings. They reported that multiple pieces of jewelry were stolen.