Excerpts from the Public Safety Logs. Please note, arrests are made based on probable cause but do not determine
guilt or innocence until proven in court.
Monday September 3, 2012
8:21am ANIMAL
A caller from Gleasondale Road reported that two black sheep were in his yard. The owner was notified to pick up the sheep. All was OK.
5:06pm ASSIST CITIZEN
A caller from Shelburne Farms requested assistance with a customer who refused to pay for some items. The Police responded. Upon arrival, the issue had been resolved.
7:52pm ASSIST CITIZEN
A caller from South Acton Road reported that a woman was walking along the road. She appeared to be distraught. The Police responded. The woman was spoken to. She was walking home. All was OK.
8:43pm DISTURBANCE
A caller from Warren Road reported that several people were outside yelling. The Police responded.
9:14pm DISTURBANCE
A caller from Robert Road reported that two men were yelling at each other on the street. The Police responded. A verbal argument between two brothers was diffused.
Tuesday September 4, 2012
7:39am COMPLAINT
A caller on Hartley Road reported that construction vehicles near the Center School were causing traffic problems. The Police responded.
12:27pm DISTURBANCE
A caller from Kirkland Road reported that two family members were arguing. The Police responded. All involved were advised.
1:44pm ASSIST CITIZEN
A walk-in requested to speak with an officer regarding filing a no trespassing order. An officer assisted the individual.
7:57pm SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY
A caller from Sudbury Road reported a suspicious car in the area. The Police responded. The owner of the car was located. He was out walking his dog. All was OK.
Wednesday September 5, 2012
3:54pm ROAD SAFETY COMPLAINT
A caller on Hudson Road reported that the gas price sign at Stow Brook Gulf was blocking the view onto Great Road. The Police responded. The sign was moved to a better location.
4:03pm SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY
An officer checked on a car that was parked in the church parking lot. The driver was on a conference call. All was OK.
6:40pm ANIMAL
A caller from Elliot Drive reported that another dog bit her dog. The Animal Control Officer was notified.
9:37pm ASSIST CITIZEN
A caller on Wheeler Road reported that a tree fell on her car while it was parked in a driveway. The caller contacted her insurance company because the tree fell on private property. The information was logged.
Thursday September 6, 2012
2:07am SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY
A caller from Hiley Brook Road reported that a van with a ladder was parked at his neighbor’s house, which is for sale. The Police responded. There was work being done at the house. All was OK.
1:15pm ROAD SAFETY COMPLAINT
A caller on State Road reported that a tree was leaning on a couple of wires. The Police responded. Hudson Light and Power was notified.
6:44pm FIRE
The Stow Fire/Rescue department responded to Maynard to assist with a female who felt lightheaded. An ambulance transported the woman to the hospital.
6:54pm ASSIST CITIZEN
A caller from Robert Road reported that while her daughter and caretaker were driving home, a white truck was driving on the wrong side of the road. The truck pulled aside to let them pass but then followed them home and yelled at them. The Police advised the woman.
7:10pm ASSIST CITIZEN
A caller from Gleasondale Road reported that someone stole her “Elizabeth Warren for Senate” sign. She wanted the information logged.
10:30pm DISTURBANCE
A caller from Great Road reported that his fiancée was intoxicated and harassing him. The Police responded.
Friday September 7, 2012
12:44am ANIMAL
A caller from Hale Road reported that a dog was barking. The Police responded. Nothing was heard.
9:39am ROAD SAFETY COMPLAINT
A caller from Barton Road reported that a tree fell onto some wires. The Police responded. The Highway Department and Hudson Light and Power were notified.
11:33am DISTURBANCE
A caller from Old Bolton Road reported a family disturbance. The Police responded. All involved were advised.
12:24pm COMPLAINT
A caller from Warren Road reported that she heard a loud noise, possibly coming from the barn at Pilot Grove. The Police responded to check the area. Nothing was found.
4:23pm ASSIST CITIZEN
A caller at the Shaw’s parking lot reported that her child was locked in the car. The Fire Department responded. Entry to the car was gained. The child was OK.
10:01pm ROAD SAFETY COMPLAINT
A caller on Great Road reported that a car was driving backwards. The Police responded to check the area. No one was found.
10:27pm MEDICAL EMERGENCY
A caller from Meeting House Lane requested an ambulance for a woman who fell. The Police and Fire/Rescue responded. An ambulance transported the woman to the hospital.
Saturday September 8, 2012
11:05am MEDICAL EMERGENCY
A caller from Lantern Lane requested an ambulance for her son who was knocked unconscious. The Police and Fire/Rescue responded. After a thorough evaluation, no further medical attention was needed.
12:32pm DISTURBANCE
A caller from Great Road reported that she had a verbal argument with a family member. The Police responded.
5:20pm COMPLAINT
A caller from Circuit Drive reported that two young children were using a remote control car on the road. The caller was concerned for their safety. The Police responded. No one was found.
6:29pm WELL BEING CHECK
A caller reported that an older gentleman was walking on West Acton Road, toward Acton. The caller was concerned for the man’s safety. The Police responded to check the area. The man was located. He was walking home and was OK.
7:13pm ANIMAL
Several callers reported that two donkeys were walking along Gleasondale Road. The Animal Control Officer was notified. The owner was contacted and the donkeys were returned home.
Sunday September 9, 2012
3:36pm ANIMAL
A caller from Great Road reported that a large turtle was trying to cross Great Road. Many people were swerving to avoid it, which was causing traffic issues. The Police responded. The turtle was not found.
7:36pm COMPLAINT
A caller from Great Road requested that an officer speak to his neighbors regarding them making a lot of noise. The Police responded. The neighbor was advised. All was OK.