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Grafton Police News

Wednesday, February 6, 2013

Chief's Blotter

Chief: Take Care on Craigslist

Be cautious when working online.

(I still receive many inquiries regarding the use of Craigslist so I decided to rerun this column for anyone who did not see it before.) Question: I recently tried to purchase an item on Craigslist. The seller wanted me to send a money order prior to me receiving or even seeing the item.  I was a little leery and ended the transaction. Do you have any advice for anyone buying or selling on Craigslist?    Answer: Craigslist is known worldwide for their classifieds for just about anything including, homes, rental property, vehicles, jewelry furniture, services, etc.    With a few simple clicks and an email address, anyone can post wanted and “for sale” items. However, everyone needs to be aware and distinguish valid and scam posts on …

Tuesday, January 22, 2013

Police Logs

Police Issuing Tickets on Worcester, Pleasant Streets

Police logs are provided by the Grafton Police Department. Charges do not indicate a conviction.

Wednesday, Jan. 16 8:48 p.m.: Police investigated the report of a suspicious auto on Providence Road. 11:47 p.m.: Services were rendered for the report of a suspicious auto on Providence Road. Thursday, Jan. 17 8:13 a.m.: Services were rendered after an officer was wanted on Providence Road. 8:37 a.m.: Information was recorded for a lost/found pet on Waterville Street. 9:57 a.m.: Police stopped a motor vehicle on North Street and gave a verbal warning. 11:42 a.m.: Police investigated a crash with property damage at Pleasant Street and Providence Road. 12:44 p.m.: Information was recorded for a report of driving erratically on Frankie Lane. 1:16 p.m.: Services were rendered for a traffic light complaint at Worcester Street and Providence …

Thursday, January 17, 2013

Police Logs

Assault and Battery; Hit and Run

The following information was provided by the Grafton Police Department. Charges do not indicate a conviction.

Monday, Jan. 14 4:12 p.m.: Police gave a verbal warning for a parking violation on Worcester Street. 4:39 p.m.: Services were rendered for damage to property on Worcester Street. 4:41 p.m.: Services were rendered after an officer was wanted on McHale Drive. 5:08 p.m.: Services were rendered for a crash with property damage at Hartford Avenue and Route 140. 5:42 p.m.: Police stopped a motor vehicle on Creeper Hill Road and are seeking a summons to charge Dicemilia Pilson, 44, of 11 Homer St. Apt. 1, Worcester, with unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle and motor vehicle lights violation. 6:15 p.m.: Services were rendered for a request for frequent patrols on Jordan Terrace. 8:48 p.m.: Police stopped a motor vehicle on Worcester Street and…

Tuesday, January 15, 2013

Minors With Liquor

The following information was provided by the Grafton Police Department. Charges do not indicate a conviction.

Friday, Jan. 11 5:55 p.m.: Police stopped a motor vehicle on Main Street and issued a citation. Saturday, Jan. 12 3:29 a.m.: Services were rendered for a disabled auto at Worcester and North Main streets. 8:22 a.m.: Police stopped a motor vehicle on Millbury Street and issued a citation. 10:13 a.m.: Police stopped a motor vehicle on Millbury Street and issued a citation. 12:35 p.m.: Police investigated a report of larceny/theft on Elm Street. 2:57 p.m.: The report of a suspicious auto on North Street was unfounded. 4:17 p.m.: The report of a traffic hazard on Waterville Street was unfounded. 5:20 p.m.: Services were rendered for a motor vehicle lockout on Worcester Street. 8:19 p.m.: Police responded to the report of a liquor law violation…

Monday, January 14, 2013

Police Logs

Police Log: Citations Issued

The following information was provided by the Grafton Police Department. Charges do not indicate a conviction.

Wednesday, Jan. 9 3:32 p.m.: A 209A (proximity order) was served on Providence Road. 3:54 p.m.: Police stopped a motor vehicle on Milford Road and issued a citation. 4:25 p.m.: Police stopped a motor vehicle at Brigham Hill and Crosby roads and issued a citation. 4:58 p.m.: Police stopped a motor vehicle on Worcester Street and gave a verbal warning. 6:08 p.m.: Services were rendered for an animal complaint on Fitzpatrick Road. 6:19 p.m.: Police stopped a motor vehicle on Providence Road and issued a citation. 6:42 p.m.: Police stopped a motor vehicle on Milford Road and issued a citation. 9:25 p.m.: Police investigated a report of suspicious activity on Samuel Drive. 9:56 p.m.: Police investigated the report of an annoying phone call on …

Thursday, January 10, 2013

Police Logs

Police Log: OUI Arrest

The following information was provided by the Grafton Police Department. Charges do not indicate a conviction.

Monday, Jan. 7 2:20 p.m.: Services were rendered for a report of suspicious activity on Worcester Street. 2:44 p.m.: Information was recorded for the report of an erratic operator on Upton Street. 5:30 p.m.: Police responded to a report of road rage on Upton Street and arrested Erin Maguire, 24, of 169 East St., Upton, on charges of operating under the influence of liquor and reckless operation of a motor vehicle. 7:07 p.m.: The report of an erratic operator on Brigham Hill Road was unfounded. 7:56 p.m.: Police investigated the report of a family disturbance on Messier Street. 10:18 p.m.: Police stopped a motor vehicle on Worcester Street and issued a citation. Tuesday, Jan. 8 7:49 a.m.: Services were rendered for a report of wires down on…

Tuesday, January 8, 2013

Police Logs

Police Log: Several Crashes

The following information was provided by the Grafton Police Department. Charges do not indicate a conviction.

Friday, Jan. 4 3 p.m.: A disorderly person(s) report at Hingham and Airport roads was unfounded. 3:55 p.m.: Police investigated a report of suspicious activity on Providence Road. 3:57 p.m.: Police investigated a hit and run crash on Providence Road. 4:25 p.m.: Police stopped a motor vehicle on Brigham Hill Road and issued a citation. 4:35 p.m.: Police stopped a motor vehicle on Millbury Street and issued a citation. 4:51 p.m.: Services were rendered for a report of suspicious activity on Providence Road. 5:04 p.m.: Police stopped a motor vehicle on Worcester Street and issued a citation. 6:31 p.m.: Police investigated a report of vandalism on Providence Road. Saturday, Jan. 5 12:27 a.m.: Services were rendered for a crash with no injuries…

Monday, January 7, 2013

Police Log: Road Rage; Erratic Driving

The following information was provided by the Grafton Police Department. Charges do not indicate a conviction.

Wednesday, Jan. 2 3:50 p.m.: Police investigated a crash with property damage on Providence Road. 4:58 p.m.: Polcie investigated a crash with property damage on Grafton Common. 5:49 p.m.: Police stopped a motor vehicle at Millbury Street and Oak Ridge Lane and issued a citation. 6:36 p.m.: Police stopped a motor vehicle on Worcester Street and issued a citation. 7:20 p.m.: Police investigated a report of suspicious activity on Old Upton Road. 7:26 p.m.: Police investigated the report of a suspicious person on Providence Road. 9:40 p.m.: Police stopped a motor vehicle on Upton Street and issued a citation. 10:20 p.m.: Police investigated a report of larceny/theft on Lindsay Lane. Thursday, Jan. 3 6:02 a.m.: Police stopped a motor vehicle at…

Thursday, January 3, 2013

District Court Logs

Police Log: Domestic Assault and Battery Arrest

The following information was provided by the Grafton Police Department. Charges do not indicate a conviction.

Sunday, Dec. 30 12:18 p.m.: Services were rendered for a non-investigated crash on Providence Road. 2:20 p.m.: Services were rendered for a crash with no injuries on Millbury Street. 3:18 p.m.: Information was recorded for the report of a found pet on Pleasant Street. 4:12 p.m.: Police investigated a crash with property damage on Millbury Street. 4:48 p.m.: Services were rendered for a storm related report on Providence Road. 5:05 p.m.: Services were rendered for  a storm related report on Westboro Road. 5:57 p.m.: Services were rendered for the report of a lost pet on Elmwood Street. Monday, Dec. 31 9:56 a.m.: Services were rendered for a report of motor vehicle violations on Worcester Street. 12:26 p.m.: Information was recorded for a …

Thursday, December 20, 2012

Police Log: Theft; Drug Possession

The following information was provided by the Grafton Police Department. Charges do not indicate a conviction.

Monday, Dec. 17 3 p.m.: Services were rendered after an officer was wanted on Institute Road. 3:42 p.m.: Services were rendered for a report of larceny/theft on George Hill Road. 4:35 p.m.: Services were rendered for a non-investigated crash on Worcester Street. 5:02 p.m.: After a forgery/counterfeit investigation, police are seeking a summons to charge Sharon Gordon, 55, of 277 Providence Rd., with larceny by check over $250 (10 counts) and larceny by check under $250 (five counts). 6 p.m.: Services were rendered for a storm-related incident on Elliot Trail. 10:04 p.m.: Services were rendered for a motor vehicle lockout on Stratton Road. 11:34 p.m.: Police are seeking a summons to charge Amy E. Verdolino, 31, of 14 Milford Rd. Apt. 3, …

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