Summary
The Hopkinton police responded to a broad spectrum of community concerns, reflecting the varied needs of the town. Officers handled incidents related to public safety, such as vehicle accidents, road hazards, and fire alarms, as well as quality-of-life issues, including noise complaints, disputes between neighbors, and reports of harassment.
The department also addressed animal-related calls, lost property, and instances of suspected fraud or illegal dumping. Throughout the week, the police assisted in both emergency and non-emergency situations, continuing their commitment to maintaining safety, order, and support for residents in a wide range of circumstances.
Arrests
- On June 30, JH of Milford was arrested on charges of:
- Speeding in violation of special regulation
- Straight warrant arrest
- On July 3, DG of Ashland was arrested on charges of:
- Negligent operation of motor vehicle
- Failure to stop for police
- On July 5, BQ of Milford was arrested on charges of:
- Marked lanes violation
- Unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle
- Default warrant arrest
June 30
- A caller reported a vehicle running with its doors open. Officers responded and the owner informed them they were just letting the car cool off.
- A 911 caller reported an active road rage incident on Rocky Woods Rd. The parties left to Westborough and WPD was advised.
- A 911 caller reported a turtle in the roadway.
- Officer Buentello and Quinzani responded to an accident on Grove St.
- A report of a wood processor on fire came in.
- A caller wished to speak with an officer in regards to an issue with her mother at her day program.
July 1
- Officer Walker responded to a report of illegal dumping by Fruit St.
- A caller requested assistance removing a party smoking on their property.
- Officers responded to an accident near the Milford town line regarding a vehicle that suffered damage to the passenger side door and an airbag deployment.
July 2
- State PD was advised of a broken down vehicle on I-495 N.
- A walk-in wished to report money fraud on behalf of her mother. Officer Santoro assisted.
- DPW reported illegal dumping.
- Officer McKeon and Ziniti assisted with a custody change.
- A caller reported harassing messages.
- A 911 caller reported a man in his 80s with three dogs in her garage knocking on her door. Officers responded and spoke with the man and found out he was lost and looking for help navigating back to his car. Officers provided courtesy transport.
July 3
- A property manager reported an abandoned motor vehicle on the property that has been here for some time. Officers responded and informed the property manager that they would remove the car.
- A caller stated her inside electrical box was making noises.
- A 911 caller reported a disabled motor vehicle with a flat tire. Officer Walker responded and assisted.
- A 911 caller reported an American flag about to fall into the roadway.
- Officer Cappuccio investigated someone that created a fake Venmo account to steal from the concession stand.
- A caller reported a vehicle driving around the neighborhood numerous times.
July 4
- Officer Quinzani checked on a party fixing a flat.
- Several reports came in of vehicles on both sides of the roadway on Cedar St. Officers responded and ensured some cars moved.
- A caller requested a check on an animal floating in a pond by S Mill St.
- A caller reported that cars belonging to people at the state park were parked on their property.
- Officer Cappuccio located the owner to a loose Shepard on W Main St.
- Officer Beloin and Cann issued parking citations.
- A caller requested a check on an animal floating in a pond by S Mill St.
- A caller reported that her neighbor keeps “going on” her property and is making her nervous.
- Several firework complaints came in.
- A caller stated there was loud music coming from a car by the dumpsters on Woodview Way.
July 5
- Officer Quinzani responded to a CO alarm activation with the FD.
- A caller reported two dogs chased her and her dog while out on a walk on Sylvan Way.
- A caller reported a large truck accidentally pulled down an American flag on Wood St.
- A caller turned in an ID they found. The owner was located in Boston and was contacted by Boston PD.
- A caller wished to file a report about harassment.
- Resident on East St. reported construction noise all day. Officer Ziniti spoke with the homeowner of the house getting work down and they informed him they were wrapping up.
July 6
- A detail officer requested an officer for traffic control.
- A caller reported wires down on Cedar St. Ext.
- A caller reported vehicles parked outside of spots in a parking lot and they worried emergancy vehicle would not be able to access if they needed.
- A caller reported someone threw a rock at their car.
- A 911 caller stated they just got home and smelled a burning scent, but only turned on the AC, lights, and microwave since getting home.
- A walk-in turned in a wallet found by a customer earlier that night.
