Crime Log October 1 to October 7, 2024
Attempted Robbery
24062359: On 10/6/24 at approximately 11:54 PM, Somerville Police responded to Walnut St for report of a robbery. Upon arrival, officers spoke with two victims who stated they were sitting in their car at Leathers Park and were approached by two males who demanded their money and car. The victims stated they saw a black object resembling a handgun in one of the suspects waistbands. The victims then fled the area. Shortly after, officers spoke with two more victims who stated while they were walking home near Walnut St & Gilman St, two males approached them and demanded their money. The victims both fled the area to their home.
Bomb Threat
24062011: On 10/5/24 at approximately 3:58 PM, Somerville Police took a report regarding a bomb threat at Somerville Central Park and Library. Officers evacuated the library then began to search the building and surrounding area for explosives. No explosives were located and the area was deemed safe.
Threat
24062255: On 10/6/24 at approximately 2:36 PM, Somerville Police responded to the Central Library for report of someone possibly on the roof with a firearm. Upon arrival, officers conducted a search of the roof and did not locate anyone or anything suspicious. Officers also searched the East and West libraries and did not locate anyone.
Other Crimes:
- 7 Bike Thefts
- 3 Car Breaks
- 4 MV Vandalisms
- 1 MV Theft
- 3 Vandalisms
- 1 Package Theft