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4 days ago

OCTOBER 26An individual called for a wellness check for family members she could not reach via phone or postcard. Officers made contact. The parties were going to call that concerned family member to update them on their living situation. Officers are investigating a case of cyberbullying between juveniles. While on routine patrol an officer witnessed a Jeep Wrangler blow through a red light despite having adequate time to stop at the yellow. A traffic stop was initiated. Upon approach to the vehicle, the officer immediately noticed a strong odor of alcoholic beverage. After an investigation, Michelle Perry, of Marston Mills was arrested for the following: 90/24/J OUI Liquor89/9 Failure to Yield of StopOCTOBER 27A motorist reported two cats in the road who refused to move. After a brief standoff, the cats decided they were done asserting dominance and strutted off. The motorist was then allowed to proceed.Officers investigated a case of a vehicle missing from a body shop. Officers learned the car owner had become animated in their communication with the staff so the body shop employee ceased communication. When they spoke to the manager they were informed the vehicle had been sent out to a vendor for scheduled upholstery repairs. A motor vehicle insurance app reported a car crash which turned out to be a seismic argument. Officers responded and mediated the situation. Both parties agreed to take a break for the evening. One participant was provided a courtesy ride to a local business to arrange his own transportation. The other went on their way.Officers were called to assist the fire department in gaining entry into a home for a medical call. Police were successful in their endeavor and the patient was brought to the hospital Officers are attempting to contact a homeowner to mediate a situation that left one neighbor salty over tree removal. An individual reported a suspicious vehicle in the area as she was closing down a building for the evening. Officers spoke to the motorist who was just taking pictures near the water. OCTOBER 28Officers were dispatched to a residence to take a report of a missing person. Additional units and K-9 Oakley were requested because the individual was feared to be contemplating self-harm. The subject was located and brought to the hospital. CSO Bondarek and MHC Monks were advised of the situation and will be following up with family to provide necessary support. OCTOBER 29Officers were dispatched to a local hardware store for a wellness check on a customer who had been in a restroom for an extended period. When officers arrived the subject had vacated and was standing in a storage room barefoot, on a pile of wood screws. They began yelling at officers to stay away. The subject was able to be subdued and taken to the hospital. It was learned that they had ingested a synthetic form of marijuana which may have contributed to the behaviors. Officers were dispatched to a local motel for two parties who were supposed to check out but would not come to the door. After multiple attempts, an occupant finally opened the door for police. It was evident that a party had taken place in the room. The occupant was feeling the effects of the festivities and requested to be taken to the hospital. A homeowner woke up to a crappy situation. A septic company truck ran over her mailbox and post. Officers are trying to get in touch with the company.Dispatch received a call from a woman inquiring about her rights to confront an individual who had been involved with her husband. Dispatch strongly advised the calling party not to do that and that it could be a trespassing issue. The individual was displeased with the advice and vocalized their discontent using very colorful language. Officers made contact with the other parties and advised them of the situation and their 258E and 209A rights. An individual came into the station to report she may be a victim of identity fraud after receiving correspondence from the US Department of the Treasury about a loan she did not take out. OCTOBER 30Officers at investigating a case of cyberbullying and personal harassment between young adults. Officers were dispatched to a school for juvenile crisis intervention. That subject was brought to the hospital. OCTOBER 31Rehoboth PD contacted Sandwich PD with a BOLO to advise of an encounter with a Sandwich resident. That agency had concerns for that subject’s well-being. Officers were dispatched to a school for juvenile crisis intervention at the request of a clinician. That youth was brought to the hospital.An individual came into the station to report several transfers made out of her bank accounts. The bank told the woman that they were made from an Apple device which she does not own. The incident is under investigation. Crisis intervention was initiated for an individual threatening self-harm. That subject was brought to the hospital. A caller reported an area of road flooded, possibly the result of a burst pipe. They obviously were not from around here. It was just one of our epic sized puddles. A caller reported a motorcyclist in red flannel was driving around a neighborhood at high rate of speed. The bike was gone on arrival. Still not sure if the flannel was part of a Halloween costume. Officers were dispatched to a home for an individual who had engaged in cutting behavior but had injured themselves seriously. That individual was brought to the hospital. NOVEMBER 1PSA Three calls for deer vs motor vehicle today. Exercise caution. The subject referenced in the BOLO issued by Rehoboth PD voluntarily entered the station. Earlier in the evening, officers had attempted to serve him with a restraining order, at which time he fled the scene. Upon arrival at the station, the subject made several statements that corroborated the concerns previously reported by Rehoboth PD. The subject was transported to the hospital for a psychological evaluation.Group of teen’s knocking on doors. Apparently they missed trick or treating. Officers reunited two teens with their parents after several residents called to report them lurking around on their properties. ... See MoreSee Less

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1 week ago

🚓 Sandwich Police Department Food & Toy Drive 📍 Location: Stop & Shop & CVS Plaza Quaker Meeting House Road, Sandwich 📅 Date: Wednesday, November 26th 🕛 Time: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM We’re Collecting Donations For: 🛒 Sandwich Food Pantry – Non-perishable food items 🎄 Toys for Tots – New, unwrapped toys 💳 Shop with a Cop – Gift cards and donations to support local families Your support helps brighten the holidays for families in our community. Come by, say hello, and help make a difference! ❤️ Thank you for your generosity! ... See MoreSee Less

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2 weeks ago

Our School Resource Officers would like to wish all the kids a Happy Halloween 🎃Stay safe and have fun! ... See MoreSee Less

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2 weeks ago

OCTOBER 19Several runaway phones were found and returned to their owners this week. Everyone’s been reunited—and no phones are currently in custody.While on routine patrol, an officer noted a motorist acting in a suspicious manner. A check of the vehicle’s registration came back that the owner had a suspended license. A traffic stop was initiated and the driver was arrested. During the booking process, that individual was found to have drugs on his person, specifically cocaine. Isaiah Matthews of Fairhaven was arrested for the following:90/23/D Operating a MV with a Suspended License94C/34/C Possession of a Class B DrugOCTOBER 20Officers responded to a residence and performed life saving measures on an individual who had overdosed. That man was taken to the hospital. Officers were called to assist Sandwich Fire with an individual in need of crisis intervention. That subject was brought to the hospital on orders of a clinician. Officers responded to a residence to take a report from an individual who had crashed his bicycle after riding over a speed bump on a private road. The reporting party showed officers photographs of his injuries and stated that he had totaled his $12,000 bicycle, damaged his $300 helmet beyond repair, and cracked the screen of his cell phone. Officers spoke to the homeowner who confirmed he had installed the speed bumps and assisted the bicyclist on the day of the accident. A caller reported a parked car was causing a hazard at certain times of the day in their neighborhood. The reporting party was advised to contact dispatch when the car was actually parked in that spot so officers could address the issue in real time. MA DOT reported they were checking out the town swimming pool aka the lake size puddle at Quaker Meeting House Road and Route 6A. They reported the water was slow to recede because multiple drains were blocked. Officers were dispatched to a home for a report of malicious destruction. The reporting party showed them a tree that officers determined had fallen across an easement utilized by two other homeowners. One of the abutters admitted to cutting the top off the fallen tree so they could gain access to their home. All were advised the issue was civil in nature and nothing criminal had occurred. Officers mediated a verbal dispute between an adult male and his parents regarding the parents disposing of his marijuana.Officers mediated an ongoing dispute between residents of a local housing complex.An individual requested a wellness check on a friend who was making concerning statements. That subject was taken to the hospital. Officers mediated a tense domestic situation.OCTOBER 21A caller reported finding an abandoned dirt bike chained to a tree. Environmental Police took the case and made contact with the owner. An individual reported a possible threat after liking a post on Facebook. A caller requested police presence after seeing a suspicious vehicle near her home. Officers spoke to the driver of that vehicle. They were there to pick up a friend. Officers were dispatched to the area of Pimlico Pond Road and Litchfield Lane for a single motor vehicle crash. Officers located the crash scene where a vehicle had crossed over into the wrong land and struck a utility pole. After an investigationDaniel Michael Biron-Couture of West Barnstable was arrested for the following:90/24/J OUI Liquor90/24/E Negligent Operation of a Motor VehicleOfficers mediated a tense marital situation. The incident was verbal. OCTOBER 22Officers initiated crisis intervention for an individual who had barricaded himself in a bathroom and was possibly engaging in drug activity and/or self-harm. Officers gained entry and found the subject behaving in an erratic manner. Drug paraphernalia was present and signs of drug use were visible. The subject was brought to the hospital. OCTOBER 24A restaurant owner reported their tip jar went missing. Officers took a report. The staff will be posting to Facebook to look for clues and the thief is encouraged to try working for tips instead. OCTOBER 25A caller reported seeing a man with a hunting vest and rifle in the vicinity of a known hunting area. The reporting party was unsure of hunting regulations and was unable to meet with officers to provide further context. A well-being check was initiated for an individual who was overdue and had turned off their GPS on their phone. Officers made contact and all was well. ... See MoreSee Less

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2 weeks ago

Trunk or Treat 2025 was a huge success. Thank you to everyone who participated in this event. We had over 1,000 people attend and enjoyed seeing all of the costumes. The Sandwich Police Department would also like thank Heritage Museum and Gardens for hosting this event. Thank you to the many people who donated candy and thank you to Kristin Brown from Starboard Light Cape Cod Photography for taking hundreds of photographs during the event. ... See MoreSee Less

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3 weeks ago

Let's work together to keep our community safe on the roads. Whether you're walking, biking, or driving, everyone plays a role in preventing crashes and protecting lives. ... See MoreSee Less

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