Somerville Police Crime Log July 30 – August 5

On August 12, 2024, in Latest News, by The Somerville Times
 
Robbery
On 7/31/24 at approximately 5:23 p.m.,Somerville Police took a report regarding an armed robbery that occurred the day prior. The juvenile victim stated he communicated with a male known via SnapChat and agreed to sell him a pair of sneakers. The victim and his friend then drove to the meetup location and were met by two males who proceeded to enter the victim’s vehicle. Once inside, the suspects brandished firearms at the victims then took control of vehicle and drove to banks in Cambridge and Medford where they had the victims withdraw money. The suspects then drove the vehicle back to Somerville and exited. Prior to leaving the area, the suspects stole the victims cell phones, a pair of sneakers and a gold chain.

Assault
24046152: On 7/31/24 at approximately 8:11 p.m., Somerville Police took a report regarding an assault that occurred on 7/29/24. The victim stated he was walking in Assembly Row and was approached by two young males who began attacking him. The victim suffered a concussion and injuries to his nose.
 
Arrest
24046153: On 7/31/24 at approximately 8:29 p.m., Somerville Police responded to a business in Twin City Plaza for a weapons call. Upon arrival, officers spoke with the victim who stated a male party was observed shoplifting. When the victim confronted the suspect, the suspect pushed him and pulled out a weapon believed to be a knife. The suspect was located and placed under arrest.
 
Assault
24047011: On 8/4/24 at approximately 2:31 p.m., Somerville Police responded to Glen St. for report of a fight. Upon arrival, officers spoke with the victim who stated he exited his vehicle after returning home and was punched by a male party. Officers identified the male suspect.
 
Arrest
24047137: On 8/5/24 at approximately 8:50 a.m., Somerville Police responded to 1366 Broadway for a fight. Upon arrival, officers spoke with the victim who stated he got into a fight with one of his co-workers and was pepper sprayed. Officers located the male suspect and he was placed under arrest.
 
Arrest
24046567: On 8/2/24 at approximately 2:17 p.m., Somerville Police responded to Dartmouth St. for a weapons call. Upon arrival, officers spoke with two witnesses who stated two males were involved in a fight. During the fight, one of the males struck the victim with an airsoft gun. Officers located the suspect and he was placed under arrest.
 
Other Crimes:
• 3 Bike Thefts
• 3 Vandalisms
• 3 MV Vandalisms
• 3 Car Breaks
• 2 Package Thefts
• 1 MV Theft
 
— Somerville Police Dept.
 

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