Crime & Safety
Police Reports: Woman Caught Shoplifting, Flees
A roundup of police activity in the neighborhood.
These reports were collected from the Boston Police Department and took place between Jan. 25 and Feb. 3 within Charlestown's District A-15. Any charges mentioned do not indicate a conviction.
Woman Caught Shoplifting, Flees
A woman fled the scene after she allegedly tried to steal items from Tedeschi Food Shop, 140 Main St. on Friday, Feb. 1.
According to police reports, store security observed the woman enter the business and try to remove several items without paying. The woman was stopped, and the items were recovered, but the woman left the area before police arrived.
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However, the suspect was reportedly known to police officers. Complaints will be sought in Charlestown District Court.
Assault with a Shod Foot
Police arrested an individual for assault and battery after he was allegedly involved in a fight at an apartment on Main Street on Sunday, Feb. 3.
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The victim was taken to Massachusetts General Hospital to treat a cut over his right eye, according to police. The suspect was charged with assault and battery with a deadly weapon (a shod foot).
Drug Arrests on Bunker Hill Street
Two individuals were arrested Wednesday, Jan. 30 for drug possession as part of an ongoing drug investigation. The two, who were unnamed in the police report, were arrested in the area of Bunker Hill Street and charged with possession of a Class B substance with intent to distribute.
Larceny Warrant Arrest
Police arrested an individual on Monument Street on Wednesday, Jan. 30 on an outstanding warrant from Dedham District Court. The original charge was larceny.
Driving with Revoked License
Police arrested an unnamed individual for driving with a revoked license during a traffic stop on Rutherford Avenue on Friday, Feb. 1.
‘No Trespass’ Violation
Boston Housing Police arrested an unnamed individual in the area of Monument Street on Friday, Feb. 1 for allegedly violating a “no trespass” order.
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