Local Police Sent to Boston After Terrorist Bombing

Law enforcement personnel from both Lynnfield and Wakefield joined colleagues in Boston soon after Monday's incident at Marathon finish line.

Law enforcement personnel throughout the region have been assisting their colleagues in Boston since Monday’s terrorist attack. In the Lynnfield Police Department, Chief David Breen reported that Officer Al Scotina was deployed by the NEMLEC SWAT Team, Officer Nick Secatore was deployed by the NEMLEC Rapid Response Team, and Officer James Caponigro was activated by the Army National Guard. “The Lynnfield Police Department wishes to extend its deepest sympathies and prayers to those affected by this horrific act,” added Breen in his announcement. In Wakefield, Lieutenant Craig Calabrese told Patch.com in an email that the department currently has four of its staff members who were sent to Boston after the Monday afternoon bombing. The four …

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Two Seriously Injured in Main Street Crash

Two-car accident occurred around 3:30 p.m. Monday.

A serious accident on Main Street in Lynnfield sent two motorists to area hospitals Monday afternoon. Rescue personnel extricated them from their respective vehicles and transported them to area trauma centers. These two images provided by the Lynnfield Fire Department provide a look at the vehicle damage.

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UPDATED: Two Caught After Foot Chase Near Suntaug Lake, Spinelli's

Police scanner reports indicate two suspects caught after foot chase on Route 1 South in connection with car stolen out of Amesbury.

Area police were dispatched to the area of Route 1 South near Suntaug Lake on the Lynnfield/Peabody line Wednesday evening to search for two suspects in a vehicle theft, according to scanner reports. The two were caught after about an hour. The suspects were described as a male about six feet tall and 300 pounds, and a female in a gray hoodie and black yoga pants. Scanner reports indicated that footprints were visible in the snow near the shore of Lake Suntaug, and that a State Police K9 unit also responded while a helicopter was reported on the way. The two suspects were apparently found hiding in a Dumpster on the Spinelli's property - which is in Peabody except for a small sliver of parking lot. Scanner reports indicated that the two …

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Recovered Jewelry Had Total Value Above $5K

Suspect in Salem burglaries facing charges in Lynnfield for allegedly selling stolen jewelry at pawn shop in town.

A 25-year-old Salem man charged in connection with several burglaries in that city is expected to face two charges in Lynnfield after allegedly trying to pawn a number of items at Bay State Loan. John Mizioch, 12 1/2 Daniels Street, Salem, was arrested last week and charged in connection with the Salem burglaries. Additional background information on that arrest can be viewed at this Salem News report. According to a Lynnfield Police report, Officer Ray Barnes went to the pawn shop last Tuesday, February 26th to assist Salem Police with their investigation. Detective Gaudet of the Salem Police had reportedly found a number of stolen jewelry items on the New England State Police Information Network (NESPIN), which uses information provided …

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Police Warn Of Medicare Phone Scam

Remember - real government employees will never call you and ask for your Social Security number.

Lynnfield Police are warning town residents of a recent scam where people claiming to be from Medicare or the Social Security Administration are calling and asking for personal information. In a recent alert on their Nixle account, Lynnfield Police reminded town residents that if they receive such a call, to not provide such information. Employees of these administrations would never make an unsolicited call, nor would they ever ask for any personal information, such as Social Security numbers. Residents are also reminded that Medicare cards are free and are provided by the Social Security Administration when an individual becomes eligible for Medicare. For more information, visit StopMedicareFraud.gov. If you suspect Medicare-related …

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Discussion Of A Lynnfield Public Safety Building Is Starting Up

At Wednesday night's budget summit, Police Chief David Breen said "I think it is time to start a discussion" about replacing the 50+ year old Lynnfield police and fire stations with a town public safety building.

The idea is still very much in the earliest stages, but Lynnfield residents may find themselves asked to consider a possible public safety building in town sometime in the next few years. At Wednesday night's budget summit, where various town department heads discussed their projected funding needs for the coming year, Police Chief David Breen suggested that it's time for the town to at least begin talking about replacing the current police and fire stations. During his own earlier presentation on the fire department's budget needs, Chief Joseph Lingel said that a new public safety complex in Lynnfield would be his "big wish" from a long-term budgetary perspective. Breen reported that the current station is "woefully inadequate" and "not …

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Lynnfield Police Arrest Two In Storage Unit Break-Ins

Several thefts reported at Simply Self Storage on Broadway in Lynnfield over the past week. After surveillance, police arrest two and are continuing investigation.

Lynnfield Police arrested two men Thursday in connection with some recent thefts at a self-storage facility in town. Over the past week, several Lynnfield Police log entries have referred to thefts from units at the Simply Self Storage business located on Broadway. On Thursday, Lynnfield Police arrested 43-year old Eric Reeves of Peabody and 28-year-old Michael Miramaldi of Waltham on numerous charges after a short investigation. A full list of the charges appears at the bottom of this story. Lynnfield and Saugus police met during the week to set up surveillance at the business, where the thefts appear to have started about a week ago. On Thursday morning, police watching the property from the Christmas Tree Shop parking lot and elsewhere …

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Lynnfield Police Log

Overnight Car Breaks In Whitham, Fairview Neighborhood

Information provided by Lynnfield Police. Where arrests are mentioned, it does not indicate a conviction.

Lynnfield Police responded to these and other calls for service on Wednesday, Aug. 29 through Sunday, Sept 2.  Top Log Entry On Tuesday, Sept. 4 at 6:35 a.m., a caller from Witham Street reported their car broken into overnight and change taken from vehicle. An hour later and one street over, a caller from Fairview Road reported their cars gone through during the night and money taken. Monday, Sept. 3 11:32 a.m. Caller reports three dogs running around the neighborhood of Homstead Road. Animal control notified. 2:21 p.m. Report of car accident on Walnut Street at Bluejay Road. No personal injury. 5:39 p.m. Kids running around the neighborhood of Chatham Way through private property. Officer located kids, spoke with parents. Tuesday, Sept. …

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Home Not For Rent Shows Up Listed on Craigslist

Information provided by Lynnfield Police. Where arrests are mentioned, it does not indicate a conviction.

(Editor's note: This article was updated on Thursday, Sept. 6 at 6:17 p.m.) Lynnfield Police responded to these and other calls for service on Wednesday, Aug. 29 through Sunday, Sept 2.  Top Log Entry On Thursday, Aug. 30 at 8:15 p.m., a realtor reported a house she had listed in Lynnfield had been posted on Craigslist as a rental for $1,000, but that the house is not for rent and still has a current resident. Listing has been removed from Craigslist. Wednesday, Aug. 29 12 a.m. Caller reports vehicle struck utility pole on Summer Street by Moulton Drive. Notified Peabody Light. 2:41 p.m. Caller reports unwanted party in back of Our Lady of The Assumption. 6:05 p.m. Report that group of kids pulled up the Candlewood Road sign. Officer …

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Lynnfield Police Log

Political Sign Stolen from Summer Street Home

Information provided by Lynnfield Police. Where arrests are mentioned, it does not indicate a conviction.

Lynnfield Police responded to these and other calls for service on Monday, Aug. 27 and Tuesday, Aug. 28.  Top Log Entry On Tuesday, Aug. 28 at 6:17 p.m., a Summer Street resident reported a political sign stolen from their home sometime during the previous night between 10 p.m. and 2 a.m. Resident wanted log entry only.  Monday, Aug. 27 1:13 a.m. Complaint of loud party on Village Row. Officer reports two adults playing music; they turned it off. 5:34 p.m. Officer made fourth attempt to speak to resident on Moulton Drive about a box truck being parked on town property. A certified letter will be sent to resident. 9:56 p.m. Caller reports loud group of kids at Center Court. Officer spoke with the kids. 9:57 p.m. Caller from Tophet Road …

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