crash_reports

Mrs. Weiss stated that she was attempting to back out of her driveway at 285 Crafts Street when her vehicle accelerated for no reason "like a bat out of hell." The vehicle then crossed Crafts street at a high rate of speed, jumped the curb, crossed the large grass island, and only stopped when the vehicle crashed into a tree. Mrs. Weiss was uninjured and signed a patient refusal. The vehicle sustained moderate damage to the tires, undercarriage, and rear bumper and was towed from the scene by Todys. Photos were taken of the damaged city tree and were placed in the IT bureaus mailbox to be attached to this report. Based on the facts that Mrs. Weiss could not explain the reason for the cars acceleration, the distance the vehicle traveled without stopping, and the close proximity of the crash to an elementary and middle school I filed a request for Immediate Threat License Suspension/Revocation. All proper paperwork as well as a copy of this report were faxed to the Registry of Motor Vehicles.

On Thursday, August 8th 2019, at approximately 8:25pm, I, Officer Brooks, was parked in front of 719 Washington street facing westbound. I looked into my side view mirror to pull into traffic and observed MV1 (MA REG 118GL4) parked behind me with the driver's side door open. The operator was leaning into the car to retrieve an item, and then stood up and turned around to close the door. I observed MV2(IN REG VWI565) traveling westbound, at what I estimated to be 45 miles per hour. MV2 struck the open door of MV1, narrowly missing operator #1. MV1 sustained major damage to the driver's side door and was towed by Tody's. MV2 had heavy damage to the passenger side front end. The operator of MV2 was placed under arrest for Operating under the influence of alcohol after investigation. MV2 was towed by Tody's. There were no injuries as a result of the accident.

The operator of MV1 stated that he was texting and traveling at a high rate of speed when his vehicle lost control and crashed into parked vehicles 2 and 3. All three vehicles sustained major damage and were towed from the scene by Todys. The operator of MV1 had no apparent injuries but due to the high rate of speed of the vehicle at the time of the crash was transported to Newton Wellesley Hospital for precautionary reasons. Photographs of the crash as well as the open container of "Chum Churum" alcoholic beverage were taken and placed in IT's mailbox.

The operator of MV1, Nicole Laurin, sates that she was driving southbound on Sheridan Street when she lost control of her vehicle causing her to crash into MV2 which was parked in front of 107 Sheridan Street. Both vehicles sustained major damage and airbag deployment and were towed from the scene by Tody's. Due to the high rate of speed of the crash and air bag deployment, the operator of MV1 was transported to Newton Wellesley Hospital to be evaluated. It should be noted that prior to the reported crash there was a 911 call regarding a white sedan traveling at a high rate of speed going through numerous traffic signals and signs in a densely populated neighborhood with narrow streets. After the crash several more 911 calls were received stating that a vehicle traveling at an excessive rate of speed just crashed into a parked vehicle. Based on these calls and the nature of the crash, Ms. Nicole Laurin was issued in hand Massachusetts Unifrom Citation T2013231 for 90-24, Operating to Endanger, and 90-17, Speeding over the reasonable and proper rate. Sheridan Street is a public way in the city of Newton.

The OP. of MV#1 was unable to give me a statement due to a possible head injury. He kept repeating "where's my car" and "what happened?" Witness#1 (Mr. Regan) states he was travelling westbound on Auburn St. when MV#1 went to the oncoming traffic lane and passed him on the left at a high rate of speed. He estimates the speed at 70mph. He saw MV#1 hit the speed bump on Auburn St., possibly losing control, and then onto Evergreen Ave. with a large cloud of dust. Witness#2(Mr. Weishaus) was on his balcony and observed MV#1 travel at a high speed of rate on Auburn St. He estimates the speed at 100mph. He observed MV#1 go up Evergreen Ave., launch into the air and crashed. Witness#3(Mr. Litvak) states he was on his porch and heard a loud sound of a motor engine approaching. MV#1 then crashed into his retainer wall and flew through some trees before landing on his neighbor's yard. Based on witness statements and the accident scene, it appears that MV#1 went off the roadway and struck a retainer wall at #15 Evergreen Ave, launched into the air and struck parked MV#2 in the process, went through some trees that flipped the car around before landing on the property of #23 Evergreen Ave. The OP. of MV#1 was ejected from the vehicle at some point in time. Pictures were taken of the accident scene.

On Friday, September 18, 2020, at 88update88approximately 0657 hrs, while assigned to N495, I was dispatched to the area of 1221 Centre St for a report of a MV accident. When I arrived on scene I observed a Motor Cycle (MC) laying on its side in the middle of the street. I observed a party laying on the ground, while medical personnel were tending to him. I also observed a white Honda (MV#1) pulled off to the side of Pelham St, and the operator standing next to his vehicle. Operator of MV#1 stated that as he was attempting to make a left turn off of Centre St, onto Pelham St. Operator of MV#1 stated that while he was in the middle of his turn, he observed a MC driving at a high rate of speed coming towards him. Operator of MV#1 stated that he was not able to get out of the way of the MC before it crashed into him I was not able to speak with the operator of the MC, due to him being transported to Brigham and Womens Hospital. Ofc McSweeney stated that he will be following up with the operator of the MC and will advise me. It should be noted that the operator of the MC appeared to be wearing headphones while operating, picture was taken and submitted. An anonymous party stated to me that he observed the MV traveling at a high rate of speed, heading North on Centre St. The party stated that he observed the MC weaving in and out of traffic. Multiple pictures were taken of MV#1 and MC and were submitted to IT to be attached to this report. Operator of MC was transported to Brigham and Womens. Operator of MV#1 was cleared with a patient refusal. Both vehicles were towed by Todys. **UPDATE** I spoke with the father of Scott Mahon, Keith Mahon. Keith stated that his son is still in the hospital, and has received several surgeries. Keith stated that the injuries his son received are a Open Tibia/Fibula fracture of the right leg, and a concussion. Keith stated that Scott has no recollection of the incident, as far as to not remembering leaving the house that morning.

On Thursday 10/29/20 at approximately 0541 hours while assigned to marked unit n499 I was dispatched to the area of 130 Vine Street for a report of a single vehicle roll-over crash. Upon arrival myself and n496(Ofc. Howes) observed a white SUV on its roof facing westbound in the eastbound lane of Vine Street (a public way owned, operated and maintained by the City of Newton). Upon our arrival Newton Firefighters had extracated the operator, (FOSTER Isabelle), who was sitting on a large rock in the front yard of 130 Vine Street. FOSTER was visibly upset, but didnt appear to have any major injuries. I asked FOSTER what happened and she stated she was travelling from Westgate Rd in Boston on her way home to Wellesley. She took a right turn onto Vine Street from LaGrange Street and began travelling westbound. FOSTER stated that she was travelling too fast and didnt realize how the road curved causing her to veer off the road and strike a large tree in the front of 130 Vine Street. FOSTER was travelling at a speed fast enough to cause the vehicle to flip onto its roof in the opposite lane of traffic. FOSTER admitted to me she was travelling too fast on the road. Vine street is a winding road that is not very well lit. Speed limit on the road is 20mph and its estimated FOSTER was travelling at least 30-45mph. The speed coupled with FOSTER's lack of familiarity with the area and her inexperience driving were all contributing factors to the crash. FOSTER was issued Massachusetts Uniform Citation T2012909 with the following civil motor vehicle infractions; C90 s18 SPEEDING (Posted) C89 s4a Marked Lanes Violation. FOSTER was transported to Beth Israel hospital by the medics and I was unable to issue the citation in hand at the time of the crash. Due to FOSTER's age (17) I also wanted to notify her parents and meet with them and FOSTER upon her release from the hospital. At approximately 1700 Hours I met with Scott Foster(Father) in person, Jodi Foster (Mother) and Isabelle foster via cell phone (speaker phone). I discussed the charges with all parties and explained the citation to Isabelle. Citation was given in hand to her father, Scott Foster and brough the citation to Isabelle.

Operator of MV1 states he was traveling northbound on Walnut Street at a speed of approximately 45mph when he struck the snowbank with the front right tire causing the vehicle to leave the roadway, hit the utility pole and come to rest on the hood of the vehicle in the front yard of 996 Walnut Street. Operator of MV1 stated he was coming from a friends house where he consumed two alcoholic beverages. Operator of MV1 sustained injuries to his hand and forehead and was evaluated by Fallon medics who recommended transport to the hospital due to the severity of the crash. Pictures were taken of the scene. Tody's towing responded and took possession of the vehicle. Towed motor vehicle inventory form completed. Verizon and Eversource were notified for the utility pole. I issued Massachusetts Uniform Citation #T2012865 for the following: MGL Ch. 90 Sec. 24 OUI Alcohol, MGL Ch. 90 Sec. 24 (2) Operating to Endanger, Negligent, MGL Ch. 89 Sec. 4A Marked Lanes Violation and MGL Ch. 90 Sec. 17 Speeding greater than reasonable

The OP. of MV#1 stated while traveling westbound on Washington Street, just passing Beacon Street, his vehicle suddenly struck a curb and he lost control of the vehicle. He ended up on the lawn of the Northland Building at 2150 Washington Street. Based on the accident scene, its appears that MV#1 went over the median on Washington Street, took down a city sign, hit the corner of Neshobe Road and the driveway into 2150 Washington Street which formed a ramp that launched his vehicle into the air. MV#1 spun around somehow and was now facing eastbound before the rear of the vehicle was wedged between a tree and a mound of dirt. Final resting position of MV#1 is approx. 250 feet from the median first struck. The operator of MV1 was transported to Newton-Wellesley Hospital for a head laceration and other unknown injures. Vehicle was towed from the scene by todys with major damage all over the vehicle. After reviewing surveillance video, the OP. of MV#1 was mailed MA. citation #T2014846 for violation of MGL Ch 89 Sec 4A - "Marked lanes violation" and Ch 90 Sec 17 - "Speed greater than reasonable."

On 10/22/2021, at approx 0752Hrs, while assigned to 497, I responded to 2071 Washington St for a report of a past hit and run with property damage. Upon arrival I observed the tire tracks leading from the right westbound lane leading over the curb , knocking over a chain link fence and post . There were tire ruts into the side yard of 2071 Washington St, an there was a End of Reduced Salt sign and post wedged into the ground of the homeowners side yard. I spoke with the property owner , Ali Shamser who stated at approx midnight he heard a loud bang, and looked out his window , saw nothing in the road but did not think to look down into his side yard. Ali's home is across the street from Newton Wellesley Hospital and next to Route 128 as well as on a very busy road so he is used to hearing crashes and sirens regularly. Ali stated at approx 0745Hrs when he left his home to take his children to school he noticed his damaged fence and yard. Ali has no cameras, across the street is Newton Wellesley Hospital and his neighbor adjacent on Walsingham St has his property surrounded by a 6 foot vinyl fence.

On Sunday November 21st at approx. 1720 Hrs. I responded to 191 Jackson Rd for a motor vehicle accident roll over with entrapment. Upon arrival I witnessed MV1 on its side in the middle of Jackson Rd. The operator of MV1 was conscious and alert and was taken out of the MV by the Newton Fire Department. The operator of MV1 stated that she was driving S/B on Jackson Rd. and she did not see the parked car on the right side of the road. MV1 then tried to swerve around MV2 and clipped the left rear bumper, and left rear door of MV2 which caused MV1 to roll over onto the middle of the road. MV1 had major damage all around the vehicle and all airbags deployed. MV2 had major damage to the rear and to the left side of the MV. Due to the extensive damage and length of travel of MV1 it was estimated that MV1 was traveling at a speed greater than 35 MPH. Speed limit for Jackson Rd is 25 MPH. MV2 was pushed approx. 20 feet from where it was parked, and MV1 travelled approx 25 feet after on its drivers side after impact. The operator of MV1 was transported by EMS to NWH, and Todys's took possession of both motor vehicles. Pictures were taken and submitted to IT. The operator of MV1 was cited 90/17, speeding.

The operator of MV1 stated he was traveling on North Street, driving approximately 70 mph and a skunk ran across the street. The operator stated he swerved to avoid the skunk, hit the curb and lost control of the vehicle. He stated once the car rested against the garage to 105 North Street, he and the passenger got out of the vehicle. He stated the passenger told him to leave. The operator stated he walked down Farwell Street and after thinking about what happened he came back to the scene of the accident. The operator and passenger stated they were not injured. After speaking with the operator, I observed tire marks going South on North Street and followed them to the curb where I believe he struck which was located approximately 100 yards, in front of 129 North Street. From my observations, MV1 struck the curb located in front of 129 North Street. After striking the curb, MV1 spun sideways, continued traveling southbound, until the MV crossed into southbound lane, struck the curb and then the utility pole 14. After striking the curb the MV spun around facing north, struck the retaining wall, bushes and light pole, located in front of 107 North Street. After striking the light pole, the vehicle hit the garage door at 107 and 105 North Street, resting against 105 North Street. There was significant damage to the garage doors to 105 and 107 and damage to the support beam located between the residences. MV1 sustained major damage to the motor vehicle. Todys was notified for a tow. Photos were taken of all damage and submitted to IT