crash_reports

On 7/20/19 at 23:24 hrs I responded to the area of 552 Commonwealth Avenue for a report of a MVA. Upon arrival it was determined MV#1 had struck two unoccupied parked vehicles in the eastbound parking shoulder. The operator of MV#1 stated he was on his phone while driving and when he picked his head up another vehicle coming westbound was in his lane so he swerved to avoid collision and struck the parked vehicles. The impact caused MV#1 to spin and came to final rest facing Westbound. All vehicles were towed from he scene by Tody's towing. The operator of MV#1 was transported to the hospital for potential injuries. The Operator of MV#1 is being issued MA Citation T1442692 for 90/24 OUI Drugs, 89/4a Marked Lane Violation and 90/13B Impeded Operation/Phone Use and MA Citation T1442693 for 90/24 Operating to Endanger.

ON 1-27-2020 AT APPROX. 1251HRS. WHILE WORKING N492 I TOOK A REPORT FOR MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENT. UPON ARRIVAL AT THE INTERSECTION OF CHESTNUT AND OTIS ST. I SPOKE TO THE OPERATOR OF VEHICLE #1 DRIVER STATES SHE WAS TRAVELING S-BOUND ON CHESTNUT ST. SHE STATES SHE DOES NOT RECALL FADING LEFT GOING OVER THE YELLOW LINE AND BANGING INTO VEHICLE #2. COMP. WAS TRANSPORTED BY MEDIC2 TO NEWTON WELLESLEY HOSPITAL FOR MINOR INJURIES AND TO POSSIBLY DETERMINE WHY SHE BLACKED OUT. VEHICLE #2 STATES HE WAS TRAVELING N-BOUND ON CHESTNUT. HE NOTICED VEHICLE #2 VEER INTO HIS LANE BUT BELIEVED SHE WAS GOING TO READJUST HER VEHICLE. HE STATES WHEN SHE DIDN'T HE WAS UNABLE TO AVOID HITTING HER. VEHICLE #1 HAD EXTENSIVE FRONT END DAMAGE AND AIRBAG DEPLOYMENTS AND WAS TOWED BY TODYS. VEHICLE #2 HAD EXTENSIVE FRONT END DAMAGE AND WAS TOWED BY TODYS. OPERATOR OF VEHICLE #1 WAS TRANSPORTED TO NEWTON WELLESLEY HOSPITAL FOR MINOR INJURIES AND EVALUATION. OPERATOR OF VEHICLE #2 REPORTED NO INJURIES AND SIGNED A PATIENT REFUSAL. BOTH PARTIES WERE ADVISED TO CONTACT THEIR INSURANCE COMPANIES. CLEARED WITHOUT FURTHER INCIDENT.

Operator of Vehicle #1 stated that he was traveling east on Beacon Street. Operator stated that he was making a right turn into the driveway of his parents home (1250 Beacon) when Vehicle #2 tried to pass him on the right. This area of Beacon Street is a one lane road in each direction with an established breakdown lane. Vehicle #2 struck Vehicle #1 on the passenger side front and middle. Vehicle #1 was then pushed back into the lane of travel on Beacon street. Vehicle #2 left the roadway and came to the rest on the sidewalk. Vehicle #2 also popped the driver side front tire. Operator of Vehicle #2 stated that he was traveling east on Beacon street behind Vehicle #1. Operator stated that Vehicle #1 had a left turn signal on and swung over the double yellow line as if he was turning left onto Warren Rd. Operator stated that he believed Vehicle #1 was making a left and therefore went around the vehicle. I again spoke with Operator #1 who stated that it was not possible for him to be making a left turn as he was well aware where the driveway to his parents house was. Operator #2 complained of bodily injury and was transported to Newton-Wellesley Hospital by Cataldo Medics. Vehicle #2 was towed from the scene by Todys.

At the scene the operator of Vehicle #1 was extracted by Newton Fire and transported to Newton-Wellesley Hospital by Newton Medics. At the Hospital I spoke with the Operator of Vehicle #1. Operator states that she was driving home from a friends house and didn't remember any of the details of the crash. From my investigation, as well as the statement from the witness, it appears Vehicle #1 under steered while trying to make a left turn. The vehicle struck the curb, left the roadway and rolled onto its side. The driver was issued a citation for a Marked Lanes violation. The vehicle was towed from the scene by Tody's.

On Friday, September 18th, 2020 at approximately 1619 hours I, Officer Newton, was dispatched to Brookline St and Spaulding Ln(both are public ways in the City of Newton) for a report of a vehicle that crossed over Brookline St and struck a tree and drove off with major front end damage. The RP was able to give a description of the vehicle as a White Audi with the license plate beginning with 8X. The RP also stated the vehicle was going down Dedham St and possibly turned down Marvin Ln. Sgt M. Wade located the vehicle, White Audi MA Reg 8XVP10, with major front end damage, parked outside of 45 Indian Ridge Rd and made contact with the operator, John Bigda. It should be noted that the house is 2 houses from Marvin Ln. Upon arrival I spoke to John. John stated he was driving his vehicle and got into an accident but it was not a big deal because he was able to drive home. John was not able to explain the details of his crash and was very evasive as to exactly what happened, just that he got into an accident because somebody cut him off. John continued to tell me multiple times nothing bad happened and everything was fine. John was very unsteady on his feet and was stumbling around and almost fell several times while I was trying to speak with him. John also had slurred speech and a strong odor of an alcoholic beverage coming from his person that I was able to smell even though I was wearing a mask. At this time I asked John to take field sobriety tests to which he refused by saying "I'm not taking the test." The Medics arrived on scene to evaluate John. John was not able to answer their questions and the medics decided he should go to the hospital for an evaluation. However, John refused to go to the hospital. NFD arrived on scene and stated they saw tire marks and debris at the location of the crash. Ofc. Guarino went to that location to take pictures that will be added to this report. Due to the above facts and because John was almost falling over while speaking with us, he was placed under arrest for Operating Under the Influence of Liquor. John was handcuffed (D/L) and searched prior to being placed in cruiser 499. Cruiser 499 was searched before and after transport for contraband with negative results. John was booked and read his Miranda rights by Sgt M. Wade and Ofc Donovan processed him. John was handed citation T2014721 for 89/4/A Marked Lanes Violation (Driving over the double yellow line and leaving the roadway to strike the tree on Brookline St), 90/24/C Leaving the Scene of Property Damage (Hitting a city tree and causing damage), and 90/24/K (Operating Under the Influence of Liquor, 2nd Offense.. 1st offense was 11/18/2004 OUI docket 0443CR2527A CWOF ). The citation was placed with John's property. The vehicle was towed by Todys.

On 09/30/2020 at approximately 19:32hrs members of the Newton Police Patrol Bureau responded to a motor vehicle crash near the intersection of Washington St and Eddy St. After an initial investigation of the crash the Patrol Bureau secured the crash scene and called in the Newton Police Traffic Bureau to investigate. At approximately 19:45hrs Sgt. Devine, Ofc Wilson and I (Ofc Schlegel) from the NPD Traffic Bureau responded to the scene to investigate. Upon arrival to the scene I was met by Ofc Kane of the NPD Patrol Bureau. Ofc Kane stated that the crash was located in the driveway of 74 Eddy St and that it involved a Ford F350 pickup striking two parked cars. Ofc Kane stated that the operator identified as Kyle Butler had already been taken to Newton Wellesley Hospital by Cataldo EMS for injuries. . Upon approaching the crash scene I observed the following: The crash occurred at night time hours at approximately 19:32EST near the intersection of Washington St and Eddy St. Both Washington St and Eddy St are public ways in the City of Newton. The weather conditions at the time of the crash were a dark and clear with a temperature of approximately 60 degrees F. Washington St is a four lane undivided roadway (2 westbound travel lanes and 2 eastbound travel lanes). Washington St lighted roadway which has concrete light poles on both the westbound and eastbound sides. Washington St was under construction at the time and had a base coat of asphalt applied. At the time of the crash Washington St did not have any painted lane markings due to ongoing construction. Washington St is separated from the road sides on both the eastbound edge and the westbound edge with fixed granite curbing. The roadway also had several orange traffic barrels and traffic cones located edges of the eastbound and westbound lanes. Affixed to the light poles and the traffic barrels were temporary no parking signs for the ongoing road construction. At the time of the crash no road construction activities were taking place. No major debris or other obstructions were observed in the roadway. Washington St is a major roadway in the City of Newton and travels west to East across the entire City of Newton. This area of Washington St where the crash occurred is in between West Newton Square and Newtonville Square, this area has a posted 35 MPH speed limit. Both West Newton Square and Newtonville Square are densely populated with several businesses and residential areas. The section of Washington St where the crash occurred is also traveled frequently by pedestrian, bicycle and motor vehicle traffic. At the time the crash occurred 19:32hrs This area of Washington St is still a heavily travelled roadway. I observed Vehicle 1 described as a 2003 Ford F350 color white (MA Reg 5DT664) located in the driveway of 74 Eddy St. 74 Eddy St is a multi-family dwelling house located on the corner of Washington St and Eddy St. The driveway of 74 Eddy St is on the Washington St side. Vehicle was faced easterly across the driveway. I observed Vehicle 1to have extensive damage to the entire vehicle including but not limited to the enclosed cab area, cab roof and all windows, front end, rear end, along with both driver and passenger side. I also observed city of Newton owned concrete traffic light resting on top of the cab area of Vehicle 1. Upon further observation of Vehicle 1 it appears that both front tires and rims were flat, heavily damaged and had little to no tread left. Both front tires were worn down to the interior steel belt. I also observed that Vehicle 1 did not have a valid inspection sticker. Located to the immediate front of Vehicle 1 and resting on the front end was a white fence which had damage consistent with the impact of a motor vehicle. Immediately to the driver's side of Vehicle 1 was Vehicle 2 described as a 2007 gray Subaru Forester (MA Reg 45D610. Vehicle 2 was facing westerly across the driveway. Vehicle 2 had extensive damage to the driver's side front end, rear end, in addition to the entire driver and passenger sides. At this time Vehicle 2's drivers door was in contact with Vehicle 1's drivers door. Both drivers doors could not be opened.The damage to Vehicle 2 appeared to be consistent with impact from another motor vehicle. To immediate passenger side of the Vehicle 2 I observed Vehicle 3 described as a 2011 Toyota Rav4 color black (MA Reg 47XB99). Vehicle was facing in an easterly direction across the driveway. I observed the Vehicle 3 to have extensive damage to driver's side rear quarter panel, passenger side front quarter panel and front end. Also observed was damage to south east corner of the dwelling of 74 Eddy St. This area of the dwelling is located adjacent to the drive way. The damage appeared consistent with the impact caused by a motor vehicle. Also observed were large amounts of debris located in the area of the crash which included the sidewalk, yard and the driveway of 74 Eddy St. The debris included pieces of concrete which appeared to have been dislodged from the concrete light pole. A city of Newton no parking sign was lying in the yard of 74 Eddy St. This parking sign would have been attached to the concrete light pole due to ongoing road construction on Washington St. I also observed two tire marks on a curb stone located next the westbound lane of Washington St. These tire marks were in front of the residence of 74 Eddy St and were to the immediate left of a storm drain. The tire marks were consistent with being struck by a motor vehicle. In between the tire marks and just after the curb there was a hole in the ground with wires sticking out of it. This hole appears to be the location the concrete light pole was located prior to impact. Tire marks were located on Washington St traveling from the east bound lane easterly across the westbound lane and ending at the tire marks on the curb. The total length of the tire marks was approximately 190 feet. After conducting an on scene investigation it appears that Vehicle 1 from the start of the tire mark in eastbound travel lane of Washington St traveled 190 feet in the easterly direct across the westbound lane of Washington St and impacted the curb in front of 74 Eddy St. The tire marks had lateral striations almost the entire length indicating that the front tires were rolling and sliding with little to no braking prior to impact with the curb. After impact with the curb Vehicle 1 exited the roadway, struck a concrete light pole. Vehicle 1 then traveled over a sidewalk, across the yard of 74 Eddy St and into the driveway of 74 Eddy St. Located in the driveway of 74 Eddy St were Vehicle 2 and Vehicle 3. Vehicle 2 was parked facing toward the rear of 74 Eddy St. Vehicle 3 located to the passenger side of Vehicle 2 and was parked facing towards Washington St. When Vehicle 1 entered the driveway it struck Vehicle 2. The force of the impact of Vehicle 1 striking Vehicle 2 caused Vehicle 2 to strike Vehicle 3. The force of the impact of Vehicle 2 striking Vehicle 3 caused Vehicle 3 to strike the southeast corner of the dwelling located at 74 Elliot St. Vehicle 1 continued across the drive way and struck a white fence before coming to final rest. Vehicle traveled a approximately 55 feet from when it initially struck to the curb till final rest. No other injuries were reported on scene. All involved vehicles were towed from the scene by Tody's Towing. After the investigation the operator of Vehicle 1 Kyle Butler was issued Citations T2015882 and T2015883 for: Mgl 90/24/O Recklass Operation of a Motor Vehicle Mgl 89/4B/A Failure to Operate in the Right Lane Mgl 90/20 Failure to Submit a Motor Vehicle for Inspection Mgl 90/7 Defective Equipment (worn front tire treads) Mgl 90/13A Failure to wear a seatbelt An immediate threat form was also filed with the MA RMV. Please see incident report #200440 regarding charges.

THE OPER OF MV#1 WAS TRAVELLING SB ON PARKER ST (#546), WHEN HE COLLIDED WITH THE REAR OF MV#2 ( PARKED LANDSCAPE TRAILER). ONLOOKERS, FIRE AND MEDICS, ATTENDED TO THE DRIVER PRIOR TO MY ARRIVAL. THE OPERATOR APPEARED TO BE HAVING SOME SORT OF MEDICAL EPISODE (SEIZURE LIKE) AFTER THE CRASH. IT IS UNKNOWN IF THE PARTY WAS HAVING THE MEDICAL EPISODE PRIOR TO THE CRASH. MV1 WAS TOWED WITH FRONT END/WHEEL DAMAGE. THE OPERATOR WAS TRANSPORTED TO THE HOSPITAL.

On Wednesday, October 21st 2020 at 0341 hours, Myself N-499 and Ofc Crowe N498 responded to 524 Parker St for a single vehicle accident into a city tree. Upon arrival, I identified Mass Vet #VT36122, 2016 Dodge Sedan, Color Black had crashed into Verizon Pole number 340/50A. The airbags had been deployed. The operator was no longer in the vehicle. The operator was sitting down on the ground nearby . He was identified as Joshua Stomberg. Stomberg admitted he had operated the vehicle. Stomberg stated he was driving south on Parker St toward the VA Hospital for his work shift. Stomberg stated he was tired and did not feel alert. Stomberg also stated there was a heavy fog that made the road difficult to see. Stomberg's vehicle veered off the side of the road and collided with the pole causing heavy front end damage. Stomberg did not show any signs of being impaired by alcohol. An inventory of Stomberg's vehicle showed no discovery of any alcohol. It should be noted that on my way to the accident scene, I observed a very heavy fog on Parker St that made it difficult to see the road in front of me. Stomberg suffered an injury to his back and was transported to the VA Hospital by Cataldo Ambulance. Tody's towed the vehicle. Stomberg was mailed MA Uniform Citation # T2013041 for the amount of $ 105 for M.G.L Ch 89/S4A Marked Lanes Violation. Pictures were taken of the accident and submitted to Newton IT Bureau.

On Saturday January 2, 2021 at approximately 0115 hours I was dispatched to 229 Auburn St for a motor vehicle accident into a tree. MV1 was operating eastbound on Auburn St when it crossed over the marked center lane. MV1 struck the westbound side curb and jumped onto the sidewalk. MV1 then continued on the sidewalk until it struck the tree in front of 229 Auburn St. MV1 sustained total front end damage, as well as driver side damage. The driver side damage was to both driver side doors and both driver side tires were flat. MV1 was towed by Todys. MV1 operator was injured but conscious. However MV1 operator was unable to speak due to possible concussion injuries. MV1 was transported by Newton medics to Newton-Wellesley Hospital. MV1 was issued MA Uniform Citation T2015088 for marked lanes and speeding over reasonable and proper rate, and it will be sent to the MV1 operator via mail.

On Friday, May 7, 2021, while assigned to Traffic unit N525, I responded to the area of Colby Road for a report of a crash involving a City of Newton owned vehicle. The weather at the time of the crash was clear and sunny. The road surface was dry. I spoke with Mr. Michael Sanford from the City of Newton Water Department. Mr. Sanford stated his City of Newton owned vehicle (2013 Ford F-250 (MA MVN: M88493) was parked unoccupied (S) in front of 497 Centre Street, Newton. Mr. Sanford stated his emergency lights were on while he was marking out a service. Mr. Sanford stated he then observed a white 2005 Ford Ecowagon (MA CON: L61558) travel past his vehicle South on Centre Street and make contact with his driver side door mirror. Mr. Sanford stated the vehicle continued down Centre Street and he followed it to Rochester Road where is came to a stop. I observed damage to the driver door mirror. I spoke with the operator of MV2, Ms. Jerrie Spencer (S12241050). Ms. Spencer stated she knew she made contact with MV1's driver door mirror, but was trying to make it to her appointment at the Faulkner Hospital and that is why she did not immediately pull over. I observed damage to the front passenger side door mirror. Ms. Spencer was provided with Massachusetts Uniform Citation 994181AA for Chapter 89, Section 4A (Marked Lanes Violation). Centre Street is a public way maintained by the City of Newton. Photos were taken of both vehicles and submitted to the IT Bureau.

On Wednesday, August 4, 2021, while assigned to marked unit N493, I responded to the area 2115 Commonwealth Avenue, Newton with several other units for a report of a motor vehicle crash with entrapment. Commonwealth Avenue is a public way maintained by the City of Newton. The weather at the time of the crash was clear and sunny, The road surface was dry. On arrival, I spoke with the operator of MV1, Mr. Robert Bemis (S57110680). Mr. Bemis stated he was operating his 2019 Nissan Murano (MA: 1WHT71) on Commonwealth Avenue (W) towards Melrose Street. Mr. Bemis stated a red SUV traveling on Commonwealth Avenue (E) entered his travel lane and he had to swerve to avoid crashing head on. The front driver side of MV2 crashed into the driver side of MV1. I observed moderate damage to the entire length of MV1's driver side. Mr. Bemis reported no injuries and signed a patient refusal with Fallon Medics. Mr. Bemis was able to operate his vehicle away from the area. I spoke with the operator of MV2, Mr. Robert Shea (S86188377). Mr. Shea stated he was operating his 2011 Chrysler Town and Country (MA: 2LYT84) on Commonwealth Avenue (E) towards Lexington Street. Mr. Shea stated he was attempting to make left turn towards Lexington Street when MV1 hit him. Mr. Shea was transported to Newton Wellesely Hospital for evaluation. I observed signifcant damage to the front driver side of MV2. MV2 was removed from the roadway by Tody's Towing. The point of impact of the crash occured in the Westbound lane of Commonwealth Avenue. While traveling Eastbound on Commonwealth Avenue, MV2 crossed the double yellow unprotected median on the roadway and entered the Westbound travel lane. MV2 applied his brakes leaving skid marks to the point of impact and crashed into the driver side of MV1. The operator of MV2 will be cited with Massachusetts Uniform Citation 090421AB for Chapter 89, Section 4a (Marked Lanes Violation).

MV 1 was traveling northbound on Langley Road when she lost control of the vehicle and struck MV 2 in the rear and side. After striking MV 2 the vehicle subsequently rolled over and flipped in the middle of Langley Rd. MV 2 was parked and unoccupied Northbound on the side of Langley Rd when it was struck by MV 1. MV 2 subsequently struck MV 3 who was parked and unoccupied in front of MV 2. MV 3 was parked and unoccupied on the side of Langley Rd in front of MV 2 when it was struck by MV 2. MV 1 sustained major damage and was disabled. MV 1 was towed by Tody's due to it being disabled. MV 2 sustained major damage to the center rear and right side and was disabled. MV 2 was towed by Tody's towing due to it being disabled. MV 3 sustained minor damage to the center rear and right side. The operator of MV 1 sustained visible injuries to the face and head area. The operator of MV 1 was transported to Brigham and Women's Hospital for treatment. Towed motor vehicle inventory sheets were filled out and filed for both MV 1 and MV 2.

On Sunday, August 22, 2021, I was contacted by Sgt. M. Wade of the Newton Police Traffic Bureau at 0032 hours. Sgt. Wade stated a serious motor vehicle crash occurred on Washington Street in Newton and it involved a City of Newton marked police cruiser (N494). Sgt. Wade stated Officer Katelyn Pohlman and the operator of the other vehicle involved were transported to the hospital with potential serious injuries. I was requested by Sgt. Wade to respond to the scene from my residence and investigate the crash further. On arrival at the scene, I observed the two vehicles involved in the crash to be a 2015 Ford Explorer (MA: 586RT7) and Newton Police marked unit N494 (MA MVN: MP494B). These vehicles were observed disabled on the roadway in front of 612 Washington Street, Newton. There was a large debris field comprised of various parts from both vehicles on the roadway and in the parking lot of 612 Washington Street. The road surface at the time of my arrival was wet and there was light rain falling. Sgt. Wade reported that at the time of the crash the road was completely dry and it had not started to rain yet. Washington Street is a public way maintained by the City of Newton. The portion of Washington Street where the crash took place supports two- way travel, Eastbound and Westbound. There are two travel lanes in both directions. Travel direction is divided by a double yellow line in the middle of the roadway. The area is well lit and features numerous light poles illuminating the roadway. The closest intersection to this location is Crafts Street just west of the crash location. MV1 (MA: 586RT7) had substantial front-end damage, especially to its front passenger side and was inoperable. I observed this vehicle at its final rest on the roadway with its front end facing Northbound on Washington Street just over the double yellow line in the middle of the roadway. The front and side impact airbags had deployed inside the vehicle as a result of the collision. I did not observe anything hanging inside the vehicle that would have obstructed the view of the operator prior to the collision. MV1 was removed from the roadway by Tody's Towing. MV2 (MA MVN: MP494B) had substantial front end damage and was inoperable. The impact from the collision caused the vehicle to spin uncontrolled and the final rest, with the front end of the vehicle facing the front entrance to the 7-11 (S). The vehicle's final rest was on the sidewalk in front of 612 Washington Street. The front and side impact airbags had deployed inside the vehicle as a result of the collision. I did not observe anything hanging inside the vehicle that would have obstructed the view of the operator prior to the collision. MV2 was removed from the roadway by Tody's Towing. The Officer involved in the crash is Officer Katelyn Pohlman. Officer Pohlman stated she was operating Newton Police marked unit N494 on Washington Street (E) past Crafts Street. Officer Pohlman stated as she was operating her vehicle past 612 Washington Street (7-11), a vehicle in the westbound lane of Washington Street abruptly crossed the double yellow line in the roadway and entered her travel lane head-on. Officer Pohlman stated she did not have an opportunity to react to the vehicle in front of her and the front passenger side of MV1 crashed into the front end of her vehicle (MV2). Officer Pohlman sustained injuries to her left forehead area and both of her arms. Officer Pohlman was later transported to Brigham and Women's Hospital for evaluation and was released a short time later. It was reported to me by numerous Officers on scene that Officer Pohlman exited her cruiser after the crash and rather than tend to her own injuries, she focused her efforts on rendering aid to the operator of the other vehicle involved. Officer Pohlman found the operator of the other vehicle lying on the floor of the front passenger seat under the dash. Officer Pohlman rendered aid to the operator while waiting for Newton Medics to arrive. Officer Pohlman was also assisted in rendering aid to the other operator by Officer Conary and Officer Larson. Officer Larson reported that while interacting with the operator of MV1, the operator repeated numerous times, "Is she ok? Is she ok?". Officer Larson also stated the operator said to him "I feel bad because I was texting on my phone". Officer Larson stated the operator of MV1 works for the Department of Corrections Special Operations Unit and has Department issues equipment inside the vehicle. The following items were placed into Support Services, locker 9 for safekeeping by Officer Larson: 1 Gray Pelican Gun Case, 1 Black Gun Belt, 1 Taser, 1 Can OC Spray, 15 (50) Round Cases Of Ammunition. The operator of MV1 (MA: 586RT7) was identified as Mr. David Cafarelli (S16965940). Mr. Cafarelli was transported to Newton Wellesley Hospital for a potential head injury before my arrival. I spoke with Mr. Cafarelli at Newton Wellesley Hospital in the Emergency Room with Sgt. Wade. Mr. Cafarelli's mother and father were present when we spoke with him. Mr. Cafarelli stated he was out with friends before the crash and was driving to the 7-11 on Washington Street. Mr. Cafarelli admitted that before the crash, he had his cell phone in his hand while he was operating his vehicle. Mr. Cafarelli stated he does not remember if he was texting or changing the music on his phone at the time of the crash. Mr. Cafarelli stated he looked up and was unable to avoid the vehicle (N494) directly in front of him. Mr. Cafarelli stated he also does not believe he applied his brakes before the collision. When we spoke with Mr. Cafarelli in the Emergency Room, he was still waiting for test results to determine the severity of his injuries. On Monday, August 23, 2021, Sgt. Wade responded to 612 Washington Street, Newton to retrieve surveillance footage from the 7-11 of the crash. 7-11 stated their outside surveillance system was not operating correctly, but they were able to capture some of the incident from a camera inside the store. I observed this footage. MV1 is observed traveling on Washington Street (W) in the westbound travel lane in front of the storefront. MV1's driver side is then observed traveling over the double yellow line in the middle of the roadway and into the eastbound lane of Washington Street. A head on collision ensues and MV1 can be seen rotating counterclockwise in the roadway backwards to its final rest location on Washington Street. MV2 is then observed at its final rest position on the sidewalk facing southbound in front of the 7-11 storefront. After completing my investigation, I have surmised the following. Mr. Cafarelli was operating his 2015 Ford Explorer (MA: 586RT7) in the area of 612 Washington Street, Newton. Mr. Cafarelli was holding his cell phone in his hand while operating his vehicle. Mr. Cafarelli became distracted while he was operating his vehicle due to his attention being focused on his cell phone. Mr. Cafarelli traveled over the double yellow line from the westbound lane of Washington Street and entered the eastbound lane of Washington Street. Newton Police marked unit N494 was traveling on Washington Street (E) in the area of 612 Washington Street at this time. Mr. Cafarelli's vehicle crashed into the front end of Newton Police marked unit N494. Mr. Cafarelli was not wearing a seatbelt and as a result of the impact from the crash, he was ejected from the driver seat and his final rest inside the vehicle was in the flood of the front passenger seat. As a result of my investigation, Mr. Cafarelli was issued Massachusetts Uniform Citation for Chapter 90, Section 13B (Hands-Free Violation), Chapter 89, Section 4a (Marked Lanes Violation), and Chapter 90, Section 13a (Seat Belt Violation). Photos from the crash scene and the surveillance media from 7-11 capturing the crash were submitted to the IT Bureau.

Operator of Motor Vehicle #1 stated that he was traveling Northbound toward the exit of the main entrance of Newton Wellesley Hospital. The operator stated that there was a truck parked in the fire lane on the right side which caused him to slightly cross over the other side of the road. The operator then stated that the road was on a bend and realized that motor vehicle #2 was approaching on the opposite side of the road and was not stopping. The operator stated that he realized that motor vehicle #2 was not going to fit and stopped the vehicle. operator of Motor Vehicle #1 stated that Motor vehicle #2 drove into his vehicle causing minor damage. Operator of Motor Vehicle #2 stated she was driving Southbound on the main entrance road of Newton Wellesley towards the Emergency entrance and realized that the rear end of the 18 wheeler was in her lane and she was trying to veer to the right to avoid the truck however was unable to. Motor vehicle # 2 sustained minor damage to the front drivers side pillar and drivers side mirror.

MV1 while proceeding East bound on California Street struck parked MV2. MV1 continued straight and struck parked MV3. Owner of MV2 and MV3 were notified and completed an exchange of information with owner of MV1 Driver MV1 transported via Medic #3 to Newton-Wellesley Hospital for evaluation. MV1 towed to Tody's and a towed motor vehicle form was completed and filed.

Opr of MV1 stated he was traveling south on Chestnut Street. At this time, he drove through a red light, attempted to step on the brake but could not slow down, and drove into a front yard. Opr of MV1 stated he was not speeding and did not see anyone else involved. MV1 was towed. MV1 suffered injuries and was transported to Brigham and Woman's Hospital. Opr of MV2 was visibly upset and shaking. Opr of MV2 stated she was waiting for the light to turn green at the intersection of Berkeley Street and Chestnut Street. Once the light turned green she attempted to drive straight. At this time, she saw MV1 traveling at a high rate of speed, travel through the red light, swerve, hit her car, then hit one utility pole, then hit a second utility pole, split in half and land on the front yard (260 Chestnut Street). Opr of MV2 suffered minor damage and was not injured. After further investigation Opr of MV1 was cited (See Incident Report# 21048544) Officer Wilson took pictures.

On Tuesday, November 23, 2021, while assigned to Traffic unit N525, I was asked to investigate a past hit and run crash involving a City of Newton School Traffic Supervisor. Mr. Mark Dumoulin reported to the Newton Police Traffic Bureau that sometime during his assigned school crossing post on the morning of November 23, 2021, a passing vehicle made contact with his left leg while he was crossing children on Ward Street. I responded to Newton Wellesley Hospital to speak with Mr. Dumoulin. Mr. Dumoulin stated this morning, he was at his assigned school crossing post of Ward Street and Waverly Avenue in his official capacity as a City of Newton School Traffic Supervisor. Mr. Dumoulin stated he was wearing his department issued yellow reflective jacket and his department issued yellow hi-vis gloves. Mr. Dumoulin stated he also had his department issued stop sign with him while performing his duties. Mr. Dumoulin stated at some point during his post (0745-0830 hours), he was attempting to cross two children on Ward Street (S to N). Mr. Dumoulin stated he entered the crosswalk of Ward Street on the NE corner of Ward Street at Waverly Avenue. Mr. Dumoulin stated the pedestrian signal was activated at this time and the intersection traffic signals were all red. Mr. Dumoulin stated while entering the crosswalk, he observed a black Honda sedan traveling on Stuart Road (E) towards the intersection of Ward Street and Waverly Avenue. Mr. Dumoulin stated the license plate had 3 characters on it and believes the first letter may have been "E". Mr. Dumoulin stated the operator was a heavy set female with blonde hair in her 30's or 40's. Mr. Dumoulin stated the operator appeared to speed up towards his location to beat the light turning red. Mr. Dumoulin stated the vehicle then continued through the intersection onto Hammond Street (E), but it did not keep right with the normal flow of traffic and entered the Westbound lane of Hammond Street. Mr. Dumoulin stated he attempted to get the operators attention to stop her from continuing in the wrong lane of Hammond Street. Mr. Dumoulin stated at this time, the vehicle made contact with his left knee area and continued traveling down Hammond Street with out stopping. Mr. Dumoulin stated the children he was crossing were not near the vehicle and they did not see the contact. I asked Mr. Dumoulin if there were any other witnesses in the area. Mr. Dumoulin stated he does not believe there were. Mr. Dumoulin reported this collision to the Newton Police Traffic Bureau at approximately 1030 hours. I asked Mr. Dumoulin why he did not contact us when the incident first took place. Mr. Dumoulin stated he thought his injury was superficial and that he knew we were busy. At this time, Mr. Dumoulin is reporting a left knee injury as a result of the crash. Mr. Dumoulin stated vehicles travel on the wrong side of the medium on Hammond Street all the time and estimates it happens 3 times every school post. Mr. Dumoulin also stated the keep right sign on Hammond Street near the crash site needs to be addressed because some of the letters are peeling. I canvassed the area where the crash occurred for the fleeing vehicle with a negative result. I also covered the afternoon school post (1450-1535 hours) to ask passing students if they witnessed the crash with a negative result. I observed the "Keep Right" sign Mr. Dumoulin made mention of at this location. The sign appears to be in working condition and visible from Stuart Road. I took photos of the intersection where the crash happened and submitted them to the IT Bureau. On November 24, 2021, I covered Mr. Duboulin's school crossing post again for the morning post. While canvassing the area I observed a dark colored Mercedez sedan with a 3 character registration parked on Exmoor Street that resembled the vehicle Mr. Duboulin described as the fleeing vehicle. I attempted to contact the registered owner of this vehicle, Ms. Judtich Zukor. Ms. Zukor stated she could not speak at this moment and asked me to call her back. I will follow up with Ms. Zukor.

On Thursday, December 16, 2021, while assigned to Traffic unit N525, I responded to the area of Crafts Street and Linwood Avenue, Newton for a report of a single car motor vehicle crash with entrapment. The weather at the time of the crash was cloudy. The road surface at the time of the crash was wet. Crafts Street and Linwood Avenue are both public ways in the City of Newton. On my arrival, I observed a 2007 Toyota Rav 4 (MA: 7565LR), facing North in the Northbound lane of Crafts Street past the Linwood Street intersection. The vehicle had extensive damage to it's passenger side and was resting on it's drivers side. The lone occupant, Mr. Frank Distefano (S00385929), was trapped in the drive seat of the vehicle and was unable to exit due to his legs being pinned under the steering wheel/dash area. First Responders were able to rescue a pug dog from the vehicle and care for it until a family member responded to take custody of it. The dog did not appear to be injured. Newton Fire responded and had to use stabilizing equipment to support the vehicle during their rescue efforts to make sure the vehicle did not roll over onto it's roof. Newton Fire used specialized extrication tools to remove the roof of the vehicle to gain access to Mr. Distefano. Mr. Distefano was removed from the vehicle by Newton Fire and Medics and transported to Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston for his injuries. Tody's towing removed the vehicle from the roadway. While Newton Fire was attempting to removed Mr. Distefano from the vehicle, I spoke with a witness to the crash. Mr. John Devalpine (S65213095). Mr. Devalpine stated he was operating his vehicle behind Mr. Distefano on Crafts Street (N). Mr. Devalpine stated he observed Mr. Distefano's vehicle stopped at the light on Crafts Street (N) at Linwood Avenue. Mr. Devalpine stated he then observed Mr. Distefano's vehicle accelerate from it's stopped position and drive across the intersection towards the right side of the roadway. Mr. Devalpine stated the vehicle then crashed into a City of Newton electrical box on the sidewalk. The collision caused the vehicle to turn over and land on it's driver side. I responded to Brigham and Woman's Hospital and spoke with Mr. Distefano in the Emergency Department. His wife, Clara, was present at this time. Mr. Distefano stated he was operating his vehicle and the next thing he knew his airbags deployed and he was trapped inside his vehicle. Mr. Distefano could not recall any other information about the crash. As a result of this crash, Mr. Distefano was cited with Massachusetts Uniform Citation 230024AB for Newton City Ordinance Chapter 19, Section 75 (Fail To Use Care). Due to Mr. Distefano not being able to recall the events that led to his crash, and his recent driver history, I completed and submitted an Immediate Threat with the Registry of Motor Vehicles for Mr. Distefano. This request was emailed to the Registry (DCUImmediateThreat@massmall.state.ma.us). Photos were taken of the crash and submitted to the IT Bureau.

On 01/03/22 at approximately 1617 hours Officer Robert March and I, Officer Whitney Hyde, were assigned to N499 when we were dispatched to a 2 car MVA at 160 Needham St with no injuries. Both vehicles were waiting in the parking lot. On location I made contact with the operator of Vehicle 1, identified as Samantha LERNER. LERNER stated that the had been travelling southbound on Needham St and stopped in the center left turn lane to turn into the Farm Grill. When it was clear to turn, LERNER began to turn left when Vehicle 2 passed her on the left and made contact with the driver side front quarter panel of Vehicle 1. I observed scrapes and minor damage to Vehicle 1's front bumper and driver side front wheel rim. LERNER stated that the operator of Vehicle 2, later identified as Leanna LANDE, exited her vehicle at the time of the accident and exclaimed that her dog was dying and she was headed to the animal hospital down the road and they could exchange information there. LERNER proceeded to the animal hospital and was waiting for LANDE to come back out. I then entered the animal hospital and made contact with LANDE. LANDE was extremely upset as her 7 week old puppy had just died. LANDE stated that she had been in a panic because of her dying dog and passed LERNER when she shouldn't have, stating it was "stupid." Outside of the animal hospital I observed Vehicle 2 had minor damage along the length of the passenger side, including scrapes with white paint transfer. I issued LANDE MA Uniform Citation #T1448086 in hand for 89/4A Marked Lanes violation and explained the payment and appeal process. LANDE stated she understood. I provided LANDE and LERNER with the accident number and facilitated their exchange of information before clearing without further incident.

MV1 was driving westbound on Nahanton St when it crossed the median and struck a Beth Israel Hospital sign at the intersection of Wells Ave and Nahanton St. MV1 then continued on Nahanton St crossing back over the median before colliding with a Verizon utility pole at the intersection of Nahanton St and Winchester St. The passenger of MV1 stated the operator of MV1 had a diabetic episode behind the wheel. Due to the medical episode I was unable to speak to the operator of MV1. The operator of MV1 was transported to Beth Israel Hospital. MV1 was towed from the scene by Todys.

On Tuesday, February 15th, 2022 at approximately 1908 hours the operator of Vehicle 1 was travelling Westbound on Auburn St when it crossed over the center double yellow lines, crossed the opposing lane of traffic, and went off the roadway before crashing through the vinyl privacy fence at #106 Auburn St. Vehicle 1 came to rest after colliding with the North-East corner of the residence. The operator of Vehicle 1 then attempted to reverse away from the crash and backed into and destroying more of the residence's privacy fence. The operator was then confronted by the occupants of the residence, including the homeowner. Fire and EMS arrived on scene and conducted patient care on the operator and formed the opinion that she was intoxicated. I arrived and interviewed the operator who stated that she had previously taken oxycodone. The operator was then transported to Newton Wellesley Hospital. The vehicle was towed from the scene by Tody's. The operator was charged with the following violations: C90ss24 OUI- Drugs C90ss24 Neg Op C89ss4A Marked Lanes An incident report was completed for this crash (See Report #22005833).

MV#1 was traveling west on Nahanton St. MV#2 was traveling east on Nahanton St, crossing over the intersection at Winchester St. MV#2 struck MV#1 in the west bound lane, rolled over sliding 30 to 40 feet down the road. MV#2 then flipped back over onto the tires, and came to rest on the side of the road. Operator of MV#1 stated that while she was traveling west on Nahanton St, she observed a motor vehicle coming at her. She stated that she attempted to swerve to the side of the street to avoid impact, but that the other vehicle struck her on the side, and rolled over on the roof. Operator of MV#2 stated that she was traveling east on Nahanton St, and that someone had struck her causing her not to be able to steer. She stated that her windshield crashed in, and that she was not able to control her car. She stated that she then came to rest on the side of the street. There was a witness that was in a vehicle, behind MV#2. That witness stated that MV#2 crossed over into the oncoming traffic lane, heading right towards MV#1. He stated that it appeared as if MV#2 did not realize that she was going into the wrong lane until the last second. The witness stated that he observed MV#2 attempt to make a last second correction to her vehicle before crashing into MV#1. Witness stated that MV#2 then rolled over onto its roof, before sliding a distance down the road, and then righting it self back up. Both vehicles were towed away by Todys. Operator and occupant of MV#1 signed a patient refusal. Operator of MV#2 was transported to Brigham and Womens hospital. Operator of MV#2 was mailed citation #T2014884 (see incident report #22012411). I am also charging Operator of MV#2 with Ch90 Sec24E (Operating to Endanger) and Ch89 Sec4A (marked lanes violation).

On Monday, July 11, 2022, while assigned to unit N492, I responded to the area of Commonwealth Avenue and Temple Street, Newton for a report of a crash with minor injuries. The weather at the time of the crash was clear and sunny. The road surface was dry. Commonwealth Avenue and Temple Street are both public ways maintained by the City of Newton. I spoke with the operator of MV1, Ms. Rui Zhang (SA4940828). Ms. Zhang stated she was operating her 2016 Subaru Outback (1WRP35) on Commonwealth Avenue (W) towards Temple Street. Ms. Zhang stated she activated her right turn directional and was slowing down to take a right turn onto Temple Street. Ms. Zhang stated she began to take her right turn, a vehicle appeared on her right side and crashed into the front passenger side of her vehicle. Ms. Zhang her and her son Kenneth reported no injuries as a result of the crash. I observed damage to the front passenger side bumper/tire/fender area of MV1. Tody's responded and removed the vehicle from the roadway. I spoke with the operator of MV2, Mr. Thomas Conneely (S30459555) as he was being treated by Newton Medics. Mr. Conneely stated he was operating his 2019 Honda CRV (MA: 58252) on Commonwealth Avenue (W) towards Temple Street. Mr. Conneely stated he was traveling behind MV1 for some time and the vehicle was slowing down and speeding up down the length of Commonwealth Avenue. Mr. Conneely stated as they approached the Temple Street intersection, MV1 had stopped in the middle of the road and he believed it was taking a left turn on to Temple Street. Mr. Conneely stated he went to around the right side of the vehicle when it suddenly took a right turn into his vehicle as it was passing. Mr. Conneely said his vehicle then went airborne twice and he ended up in the yard of 1633 Commonwealth Avenue. Mr. Conneely and his passenger, Ms. Susan Conneely were transported to Newton Wellesley Hospital by Newton Medics for evaluation. Tody's towing reponded and removed MV2 from the property of 1633 Commonwealth Avenue. Ms. Nancy Ghabi stated she was operating her vehicle on Commonwealth Avenue (W) behind MV1 and MV2 at the time of the crash. Ms. Ghabi stated she observed MV2 to be traveling at a high rate of speed and observed it travel to the right of MV1 and try to go around it. Ms. Ghabi stated she two vehicles then crashed and MV2 ended up in the lawn of 1633 Commonwealth Avenue. Ms. Ghabi described the actions of MV2 to be "erratic". Mr. John Carey stated he witness the crashed as he was standing on the sidewalk in the area of 1633 Commonwealth Avenue. Mr. Carey stated MV1 was slowed down in the intersection and MV2 tried to go around MV1's passenger side. The vehicles then crashed and Mr. Carey believes MV2 did not attempt to brake post collision and MV2 ended up on the lawn of 1633 Commonwealth Avenue. Mr. Conneely will be cited with Massachusetts Uniform Citation 510670AB for Chapter 89, Section 4A (Unsafe Lane Change) and Newton City Ordinance Chapter 19, Section 75 (Fail To Use Care). Pictures of the property damage to 1633 Commonwealth Avenue were taken and submitted to the IT Bureau.