Summary

The Usual Suspects Department: Two drivers learned that November is not the month to test their holiday spirits early, as they were arrested for OUI on consecutive days. One Whitinsville resident apparently decided insurance and registration were optional accessories.

Attack of the Killer Trees & Fans: Mother Nature clearly had it out for Hopkinton this week. Trees fell on vehicles, blocked roads, required Eversource assistance, and—in a theatrical flourish—one decided to burst into flames on Ash Street. Things That Shouldn’t Be on Fire But Were: A ceiling fan in an upstairs bathroom joined the arson party, because apparently, trees can’t have all the fun.

Questionable Life Choices: The award for creative driving goes to the motorist navigating Main Street with TWO DOGS ON THEIR LAP. When stopped, they were deemed “all set”—though one questions by whose definition. Not Quite Ocean’s Eleven: Two men in caps attempted to gain access to a residence by claiming to be “solicitors” but lacking any credentials. Points deducted for poor criminal planning.

The Scream Heard ‘Round Hopkinton: Officers responded to a woman with a knife screaming outside a building. Plot twist: by arrival, she’d relocated to the second floor. No context provided, much mystery remains. Community Service Moment: Officer Ekross provided a courtesy transport for a disabled woman and her mother after their car broke down—reminding us that not all police work involves dogs on laps or flaming trees.

The Call That Stumped Everyone: Someone phoned about a mouse in their house. The Animal Control Officer dispensed wisdom remotely. No SWAT team required.

Arrests

• On November 8, H.C. of Hopkinton was arrested on charges of:
  • Operating under the influence – liquor
• On November 9, M.A. of Whiteinsville was arrested on charges of:
  • Operating under the influence – liquor
  • Uninsured motor vehicle
  • Unregistered motor vehicle

November 3

• A caller reported a missing stop sign on Cross St.
• Officer Diaz responded to a report of a vehicle blocking Cedar St.
• A caller wished to turn in a firearm.
• A caller reported a suspicious man walking around the building.
• Officer Cann responded to a residential alarm with the FD.

November 4

• Officer Cann, Davis, and Santoro responded to a single-vehicle accident with injuries on Glen Rd.
• Eversource requested assistance with a tree.
• A caller reported that a tree fell on her motor vehicle. There was damage to her windshield.
• Officer Davis found property.
• A caller reported a single-vehicle accident on W Elm St., where a vehicle ran into a pole. Eversource was contacted regarding the wires that fell. The FD evaluated the operator.
• A caller wished to speak with an officer regarding camera footage of someone on their lawn.
• A 911 caller reported he was in a fight earlier and was knocked out in it. Officers Cappuccio and Ekross responded.

November 5

• A 911 caller reported a two-vehicle accident on W Main St. No one was hurt.
• A 911 caller reported an erratic operator on Wood St.
• Officer Saletnik responded to a report of a party walking their dog on fresh, unblocked-off cement.
• Eversource requested an officer assist with traffic while they fix a downed wire. Officer Diaz responded.
• Officers responded to a 911 call regarding a vehicle that was all over the road on Main Street. The operator had two dogs on his lap at the time, but was otherwise unharmed.
• A caller reported two men with caps came to his house, trying to gain access by stating they were solicitors. The men had no credentials.
• Several calls reported a three-vehicle accident on Cedar St.

November 6

• A 911 caller reported that a tree was on fire across the street from his house on Ash St. The FD, Officer Beloin, and Cann, as well as Eversource, responded.
• A caller reported a power outage and an alarm sounding on Maple St.
• A 911 caller reported an inside odor of gas on Spring St.

November 7

• Southborough PD requested assistance. Officer Ekross and Vaz responded.
• A caller reported their ceiling fan was on fire in their upstairs bathroom.
• A caller requested assistance with her car, which had broken down on Hayden Rowe Street. Her disabled daughter was with her, so Officer Ekross offered a courtesy transport while the tow was en route.
• Officer Buentello spoke with a homeowner who was getting work done on their house, and the construction crew was parked in the road, blocking traffic. They stated they’ll move their vehicles.
• A 911 caller reported a woman with a knife screaming outside a building. When officers responded, she was inside on the 2nd floor.
• A caller reported a white truck speeding on Downey St. that almost hit him.

November 8

• Officer Matos checked on a vehicle parked by Parkwood Dr. There were two people inside, one of whom was sleeping in the back. They were alright and went on their way.
• A caller reported a noise complaint in violation of the town bylaw. The caller was advised that the bylaw does not apply to infrastructure work.
• A 911 caller reported her son is feeling ill while driving on the highway. She believes he is in Danvers. MSP was contacted and will be looking for the vehicle.
• A caller reported there is a mouse in her house. ACO was contacted and gave advice.
• A 911 caller reported a vehicle fire.

November 9

• Officer Manning responded to a residential fire alarm activation.
• A caller reported a two-vehicle accident occurred on Chestnut St. with injuries.
• Officer Burchard checked on a vehicle on Hayden Rowe St. with their trunk open at the new school. He was cleaning.