crash_reports

MA commercial reg M94754 (vehicle #1), a City of Newton pickup/sander truck, was located crashed over the curb in front of 1970 Beacon St. The vehicle was unoccupied, had the keys in the ignition, and was reported stolen just a few minutes prior to discovery. The reporting party of the stolen truck and uninvolved occupant is identified as City DPW worker George Sementelli. The witness/passerby who discovered the collision is also a DPW worker, identified as Donny Brandt. Pursuant to an investigation outlined in incident #19002213, the operator at the time of the crash was determined to be Michael Carter. It is believed that Carter stole the vehicle from 295 Auburn St, fled the area, and ultimately crashed in front of 1970 Beacon St. Corroborating facts outlined in the incident report put Carter as the operator. The vehicle itself was located partially on the sidewalk and partially on the road, therefore Carter is being cited with MGL 89/4A - Marked Lanes Violation (T1268423). Due to the fact it is believed that Carter fled the scene after the crash, MGL 90/24/C - Leaving the Scene of Property Damage was added as well as MGL 90/23/D Operating After a Suspended LIcense, and MGL 90/24/O - Reckless Operation of a Motor Vehicle. The crash occurred during busy weekday commuting about 0.7 miles from Angier Elementary School. The last 3 charges mentioned have been listed on a second citation (T1268422). Officer Brooks also issued T0648082 for OUI Drugs MGL 90/24/G. See the incident report for details about this charge. In total, there are (3) citations issued to Carter. The vehicle sustained heavy front end damage. It should be noted that the utility pole a couple of houses down from the crash site (Beacon/Varick Rd, pole #212) sustained fresh, minor superficial damage, consistent with the vehicle crashing into it before verring onto the sidewalk. Pictures have been taken and submitted to the IT bureau. Tody's responded and towed the vehicle to the police garage for processing due to the pending other criminal charges involved in this accident/incident. Michael Carter was subsequently placed under arrest and his citations have been placed into his property. Carter suffered a hand injury due to the crash an was transported to NWH Hospital for an evaluation after he was booked.

On 3/1/19 while working N493, myself and N492 Officer Selig were sent to the area of 1354 Washington St for a motor vehicle accident with reported injuries. On arrival, I spoke to Matthew Digregorio DOB7/2/74 ( hereby referred to as operator #1) who was standing on the sidewalk next to MA reg 134TR9 (vehicle #1 ). Vehicle #1 had significant damage to the front and right quarter panels. It was straddled between the travel lanes and did not have the keys in the ignition. It was immediately apparent that operator #1 suffered an injury to his head, as there was a moderate amount of blood and small pieces of glass stuck in his forehead area. I observed operator #1 to be unsteady on his feet, have bloodshot eyes and slurred speech. I could detect a moderate odor of alchoholic beverage coming from operator #1 as I was approaching him, which was apparent from about an arms length away (it should be noted that medics were already en route to the scene at this time). Prior to the medics arrival, I asked operator #1 for a brief synopsis of what transpired. Operator #1 stated that he had just left Paddy's Pub and was driving westbound on Hunter St (which is approximately 1/8 mile from our location) when he collided head on with vehicle #2. Vehicle #2 was not immediately visible upon police arrival, however was pointed out as being located at the intersection of Hunter and Putnam St. I asked operator #1 where he was heading, as Hunter St is a back road not directly in the vicinity of Paddy's. Operator #1 could not answer the question and also remained silent when I asked him how much alcohol he had consumed this evening. At this time the medics arrived on scene. I asked operator #1 for the car keys to reliquish to the tow truck operator, which is standard operating practice. Operator #1 reached into his pocket and then provided me with the keys. Due to concern over operator #1's obvious head trauma, he was then transported to NWH to be evaluated while the investigation continued on scene. Two other parties approached myself and Officer Selig. One was the operator of vehicle #2, MA reg 1RD999. Operator #2 is identified as Luke Ferdinands DOB 5/11/80. The other party who approached is identified as Douglas Dasilva-Pimenta DOB 6/2/86 (Dasilva-Pimenta will now be referred to as operator #3). Operator #2 states that he was taking a right onto Hunter St from Putnam St, when he observed vehicle #1 on the wrong side of the road approaching him head on. Operator #2 states vehicle #1 then collided head on with him, took a right onto Putnam St, and continued onto the Washington St overpass near 1354 Washington St. Operator #3 states he was inside of #5 Hunter St when he heard a loud crash coming from outside. He looked out the window and saw vehicle #1 traveling at a high rate of speed on Hunter St towards Putnam St. Operator #3 observed damage to the right side of his parked vehicle (now referred to as vehicle #3) MA reg 7CAK80. He immediately got in his vehicle and proceeded to follow vehicle #1, which then crashed into vehicle #2 head on. Operator #1 did not stop until it was obvious that operator #3 was following close behind. This ultimately landed vehicle #1 at it's final location near 1354 Washington St. Vehicle #1 and vehicle #2 were not driveable and were towed to Tody's. It should be noted that there was a passenger in vehicle #2 at the time of the collision. Airbags were deployed and medics checked out both operator and passenger. Both declined transport. The passenger is identified as Elizabeth Ferdinands DOB 5/22/53.Ferdinands' version of events coincide with that of operator #2. Upon speaking with Officer Selig it was learned that operator #1 dropped his cell phone several times as he was holding it on scene. Both Officer Selig and operators #2 and #3 observed this. Operators #2 and #3 both expressed concern over the obvious odor of alcohol eminating from operator #1, and the fact that he was unsteady on his feet. I responded to NWH to follow up with operator #1 however he did not wish to speak further. He did express concern over the well being of all parties involved. Operator #1 was issued in hand the following citations: T1268426 - 90/24 OUI Alcohol, 90/24 Leaving the Scene (property damage, vehicle #2), and 90/24 Leaving the Scene (property damage, vehicle #3). T1268425 - 89/4a Marked Lanes violation. T1269216 - 90/24 Negligent Operation of a M/V (mailed after consultation with superiors) All streets mentioned are public ways in the City of Newton. 1354 Washington St will be the address used on this report and subsequent citations due to multiple locations being involved. Citations and paperwork have been placed in the prosecutor's mailbox. An immediate threat form has been filled out and faxed to Mass DOT. *Attention Police Prosecutor for blood work subpoena, if applicable*

On Thursday, May 16th 2019, at approximately 6:40am, I, Officer Brooks, responded to 930 Watertown street for a report of a head on collision. Upon my arrival I spoke with the operator of MV1(MA REG RT91EL) who stated she was traveling westbound on Watertown street and "blacked out" and could not recall how the accident happened. I asked what she meant about blacking out, and she stated she thought she had a panic attack and may have passed out. The operator of MV1 stated she takes Lorazepam for panic attacks, but has never had one like this. MV1 had heavy front end damage and airbag deployment, specifically to the driver's side. The operator was uninjured. I then spoke with the operator of MV2(RI COM 81082) who stated he was traveling eastbound on Watertown street, and observed MV1 crossing over the center line. The operator of MV2 stated he tried to get out of the way but MV1 continued into his lane and struck him head on. MV2 had damage to the drivers side front end. The operator stated that he was suffering from shoulder pain to his right shoulder. The operator of MV2 was transported to Newton Welleseley by Cataldo. Both MV1 and MV2 were towed by Tody's due to the damage. As a result of the collision, MV2 rolled into parked a vehicle MV3(MA REG 315PW6). There was minor damage to the rear end of MV3. The owner was notified and provided the crash information. The operator of MV1 was mailed MA Uniform citation T1442362 for 89/4a Marked Lanes violation, and additionally based on her statement of passing out at the wheel I filed an immediate threat with the registry. The operator of MV2 was mailed MA Uniform Citation T1442363 for 90/9 Expired registration.

MV1 (MA Reg: 1LMD95; Honda Accord 2019) was traveling west on California St when it came to rest on the shoulder of the road. MV2, (MA Reg: 5YR125; Honda CRV 2019) helped MV1 come to a stop because it was parked. Minor damage to MV1 front driver bumper and MV2 scratch on the rear bumper. MV2 owner, Lourdes Meira, exited her residence at 313 California St to witness MV1 pressed against her vehicle. Meira called 911 because she observed the driver of MV1 unconscious or asleep. Fire arrived on scene and gave two doses of Narcan to MV1 operator, Keith Harrington. Harrington gained consciousness and medics transported to NWH. Harrington admitted to injecting heroin today prior to this incident. Harrington to be summons for 90/24G-OUI Drugs, 2nd offense and 90/24E-Negligent Operation (MA Uniform Citation:T2079021). Citation given in hand at NWH by Ofc. Guarinio. Tody's towed MV1, towed motor vehicle form filled out. Used syringe from MV1 center console safely disposed of in N492. Small silver container with white substance confiscated from center console beside used needle. Container was filed into property and evidence to be tested. An immediate threat was filed and faxed to RMV.

On Friday 04/24/2020 at approx 1838hrs, while assigned to N-494, I responded to 37 Comm Ave in Newton for MVA involving a pedestrian. Upon arrival, I observed MV1 facing the wrong way in the Comm Ave carriage lane. The pedestrian, Mark Logue, stated he was jogging EB on Comm Ave(carriage lane) on the right side when MV1 hit him from behind. He stated that he fell on his hands and injured his right elbow. Logue also stated that his cell phone screen was cracked due to hitting the pavement. Both parties refused medical treatment. Pictures were taken of injuries and submitted to IT. Operator of MV1 was cited for OUI liquor, neg operation of a MV and wrong way. See incident report #20019822

Operator of MV1 stated he was stopped in traffic facing Southbound on Hobart Rd. when MV2 came head on at him nearly colliding into his vehicle. It should be noted Operator of MV1 stated MV2 caused a minor paint scratch located on his gasoline cover once he walked around his vehicle to observe any damage. Operator of MV2 stated he was traveling Northbound on Hammond Pond Pkwy. when he fell asleep at the wheel and crashed. A (Do Not Enter Sign) was also damaged due to the accident. After further investigation, Operator of MV2 was arrested on scene for Ch. 90 Sec. 24 (Operating under the influence, liquor) along with Ch. 90. Sec. 10 (Unlicensed operation of MV). Citation #T2014789. MV1 sustained minor damage. MV2 sustained heavy front end damage and was towed by Tody's. There were no injuries due to this accident. A towed motor vehicle was filled out and placed on file.

The operator of MV#1 stated that he was traveling north on Cherry St when he struck the fire hydrant in front of #35 Cherry St. Upon further questioning, the operator Johnathon Benson stated that he has been diagnosed with a medical condition that sometimes affects his coordination. I asked if he should be driving due to his medical condition and he stated his doctor has suggested he not drive. I then asked if he thought it was his medical condition or another factor which caused the crash. Mr. Benson stated he believes his medical condition is likely what caused the crash. When Mr. Benson exited his MV I noticed a large wet spot on both the front and rear of his pants around the groin/buttocks area. I then asked Mr. Benson if he has had siezures in the past, to which he stated he has. I then asked Mr. Benson if its possible that he may have had a seizure while driving today and he stated it was. Mr. Benson did not sustain any injuries, his MV was towed by Tody's and the Newton Fire Dept. was notified. At this time due to the information Mr. Benson provided and my concern about his/others safety while he operates a MV, I am filing an Immediate Threat with the RMV. On 3/8/21 I mailed citation #T2080897 to Johnathon Benson for operating Tx. Reg. HVY7642, which was unregistered at the time of the crash.