City of Somerville Massachusetts Police Department

Crime News

Crime Log October 3 to October 9, 2023

Commercial Breaking & Entering

23057501: On 10/7/23 at approximately 2:55 AM, Somerville Police responded to a business in Assembly Row for a past breaking and entering. Upon arrival, officers spoke with the manager who stated the front window was smashed with a chair and the cash register was found on the ground inside. Approximately $2,000 USD was reported stolen.

: Last Updated: 12 October 2023

PSA Identification Needed 10/5/2023

The Somerville Police are asking the public's help in identifying the pictured person of interest in three recent residential housebreaks that occurred near the Powder House Rotary. The unknown individual has been observed in homes between 12 AM and 8:30 AM by entering unlocked doors. Residents are urged to lock all doors and windows overnight, particularly those on ground level. Residents are also urged to call police if they see anything unusual in their neighborhood such as loitering; persons in driveways or yards who shouldn't be; and any other suspicious behavior.

Anyone who has information is asked to contact the Somerville Police Criminal Investigation Department at 617.625.1600 x7226.

ID Needed Id Needed 1

: Last Updated: 05 October 2023

Crime Log September 26 to October 2, 2023

Residential Breaking & Entering

23055202: On 9/26/23 at approximately 8:48 AM, Somerville Police responded to a residence on Belmont St for report of a past breaking and entering. Upon arrival, officers spoke with the reporting party who stated the front door was forced open. Nothing was reported missing.

: Last Updated: 04 October 2023

Crime Log September 19 to September 25, 2023

Residential Breaking & Entering

23053815: On 9/19/23 at approximately 8:00 AM, Somerville Police responded to a residence on College Ave for report of a past breaking and entering. Upon arrival, officers spoke with the reporting party who stated the home is being remodeled and multiple tools were stolen.

: Last Updated: 27 September 2023

Crime Log September 12 to September 18, 2023

Residential Breaking & Entering

23052767: On 9/14/23 at approximately 2:15 PM, Somerville Police took a report regarding a past breaking and entering at a residence on Morton St. The victim stated a male party entered the common area of her building and attempted to break into her apartment.