Crime News

Crime Log October 29 to November 4, 2024

Armed Robbery

24068293: On 10/31/24 at approximately 10:33 PM, Somerville Police responded to Somerville Ave for report of an armed robbery. Upon arrival, officers spoke with the victim who stated het met up with a male party on Woodstock St to sell some sneakers. When the male party arrived, he pulled out a gun and stole the victims sneakers.

PSA: iPhone Package Thefts 11/6/24

PSA: iPhone Package Thefts

Residents who order iPhones are advised to request that their package require a signature (and plan to have someone home to receive the package) or to ship it to a secure location such as a store for later pickup. Packages containing iPhones have become targets for theft regionally as well as in Somerville. Thieves may trail FedEx trucks in vehicles or mopeds, waiting for the devices to be delivered and the theft may occur within minutes of delivery. If suspicious activity is observed, such as a vehicle or moped suspiciously circling in the neighborhood during day-time hours, please call 911. 

Crime Log October 15 to October 28, 2024

Scooter Thefts

24066675, 24066760, 24067553: From 10/23-10/24, Somerville Police took three reports of scooter thefts from the High School. Officers identified the juvenile suspects involved in the thefts.

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The arrest logs will not include arrests associated with juveniles, domestic violence or sexual assaults. (MGL c.41 s.98F)

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