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Emergency Incidents
Police investigate suspicious vehicle near fast food
Suspicious Activity
MA-28, North Reading, MA
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers investigated a reported vehicle that had been waiting for a woman in a fast-food parking lot near Route 28 in North Reading. The vehicle then drove north on Route 28 while the woman continued on foot. Officers cleared the McDonald’s location and transported the woman back to the police department.
Laptops taken from vehicle at North Reading shopping area
Theft Report
Main St, North Reading, MA 01864
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers investigated a possible theft near a shopping area in North Reading involving a woman reportedly seen carrying two laptops in a Walmart bag. They spoke with witnesses and requested possible surveillance footage from nearby businesses.
Woman uses counterfeit bills to buy laptops at Walmart
Fraud Report
Main St, North Reading, MA 01864
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers investigated a possible fraud at a Walmart in North Reading involving a woman who allegedly used fake $(number withheld) bills to buy a laptop. She reportedly left in a white GMC SUV with New York plates and was last seen heading toward the Andover area. Units searched the store and surrounding area for the laptops and attempted to stop and identify the driver.
Search for SUV tied to fake cash theft at Walmart
Fraud Report
Main St, North Reading, MA 01864
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are looking for a white GMC SUV with New York plates connected to a possible larceny at a North Reading store, where fake $100 bills were allegedly used to buy technology items. The vehicle was last seen heading toward the Andover area.
Brief residential fire alarm on Lindor Road
Fire
Lindor Rd, North Reading, MA 01864
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a residential fire alarm at a home near Lindor Road in North Reading. The alarm reportedly sounded for about 20 seconds and then stopped, with no smoke, fire, or other ill effects reported.
Disturbance resolved at Walmart on Main Street
Disturbance
Main St, North Reading, MA 01864
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a possible disturbance at a Walmart in North Reading. The involved people were separated, and the officer reported no further issues while speaking with each person.
Commercial alarm at Walmart pharmacy on Main Street
Break-In
Main St, North Reading, MA 01864
As discussed during the dispatch call, units were dispatched to a commercial alarm at a retail store on Main St in North Reading. The call mentioned the alarm may be tied to a pharmacy keypad and a reset signal, with additional units also referenced for another Main St address.
Neighbor reports loud fight at Park Colony Apartments
Domestic Dispute
NREA, 54-004, North Reading, MA 01864
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a possible domestic disturbance at an apartment building on Main Street in North Reading after a neighbor reported screaming and items being thrown, possibly over money. The reporting party was in a different unit and officers were directed to be buzzed in to access the building.
Traffic stop for red light violation on Park Street
Traffic
Park St, North Reading, MA 01864
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop on a black GMC pickup near Park Street in North Reading for a reported red light violation.
Minor parking lot crash near high school
Traffic
Peabody Ct, North Reading, MA 01864
As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer checked a parking lot near a high school access road and Peabody Court for parties involved in a possible minor property-damage incident involving two vehicles. The vehicle owners later returned to the lot and agreed to exchange information, and the officer cleared the scene.
Crash damages utility pole on Elm Street
Traffic
Elm St, North Reading, MA 01864
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a crash on a property near Elm Street in North Reading. The vehicle appears to have struck a utility pole, which was split at the bottom but remained standing. The driver was out of the vehicle and was being evaluated.
Smoke detector alarm at Oakdale Road home
Fire
Oakdale Rd, North Reading, MA 01864
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible smoke detector activation at a residence near Oakdale Road in North Reading, with no ill effects reported at the time of the call.
Driver reports hitting church sign, no injuries
Traffic
Winter St, North Reading, MA 01864
As discussed during the dispatch call, a caller from a residence near Lowell Road in North Reading reported a possible single-vehicle crash near a church sign. The driver said she was not injured, had slight damage to her vehicle, and requested to speak with an officer. An officer later reported no visible damage to the church signs.
Elderly driver reports striking church sign
Traffic
Lowell Rd, North Reading, MA 01864
As discussed during the dispatch call, a delayed property damage crash was reported near Lowell Road, where an 83-year-old woman reportedly struck a church sign while turning from a nearby business. She was uninjured, had slight damage to her vehicle, and requested to speak with an officer.
Traffic stop for no lights on Main Street
Traffic
Main St, North Reading, MA
As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer conducted a traffic stop on Main Street near the Reading line involving a white Dodge Durango with no lights. The driver or registered owner received a verbal warning and the unit cleared the stop.
Traffic stop for red light violation in North Reading
Traffic
Kingston St & Main St, North Reading, MA 01864
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop near Main Street and Kingston Street involving a Honda Civic for a reported red light violation. The stop concluded with a verbal warning to the driver, and another unit assisted.
Traffic stop for aftermarket lights at Maynard Park
Traffic
NREA, 54-004, North Reading, MA 01864
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop at Maynard Park in North Reading involving a black Honda Civic with possible aftermarket lights. Additional units responded to assist.
Moving tractor trailer with hazards on Route 28
Traffic
Main St, North Reading, MA 01864
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of a tractor trailer on Route 28 near Main Street with its hazard lights on. The vehicle was reported to be moving along, and units were advised to disregard the traffic concern.
Noise complaint about loud party and music
Disturbance
Lowell Rd, North Reading, MA 01864
As discussed during the dispatch call, a resident near Lowell Road in North Reading reported a nearby party with very loud music and about eight cars, primarily concerning the noise level.
Upset customer causes disturbance at CVS pharmacy
Disturbance
Main St, North Reading, MA 01864
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a report of a disorderly man at a CVS pharmacy in North Reading. The man was reportedly upset that his prescription was not filled, was loud and swearing, but made no threats. He had left the parking lot before officers completed their contact, and pharmacy staff confirmed the situation.
