CHARLESTOWN BEAT
Aggravated Assault
07/26/16 – Officers responded to Samuel Morse Way for a report of a man with a knife.
The victim told police that he confronted a suspect, whom he believes broke into his car. The victim said the suspect then brandished a knife and lunged at him before fleeing the area. Officers were able to identify the suspect, and the matter is under investigation
Arson
07/27/16 – As a result of several dumpsters being set on fire in the area of Medford Street, the Boston Fire Department Arson Squad was notified and will conduct an investigation. No injuries were reported at that time.
Larceny
07/28/16 – A victim on Constitution Road reported that she saw two white males board one of the boats docked at the marina and steal two fishing rods. The suspects then fled the area. The matter is under investigation.
Open and Gross Lewdness
07/31/16 – Officers responded to Carney Court for a report of a man exposing himself. As a result of speaking to witnesses and the subsequent investigation, a suspect was located and taken into custody. He will be charged accordingly.