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Case
number:
Date:
2019-01-16
Time:
15:27
Address:
611 WATERTOWN ST
Speed
limit:
30
Violation
cited:
no
Narrative:
On Wednesday, January 16th 2019, at approximately 3:30pm, I, Officer Brooks, responded to a single car MVA in the area of 611 Watertown street. Upon my arrival Cataldo medics were treating the operator of MV1(MA REG 159EF6) for a diabetic issue. I spoke with a witness to the accident who did not wish to leave their information. The witness stated they were traveling westbound on Watertown street behind MV1, when it suddenly left the roadway to the right, striking the curb, before returning to the roadway and stopping. The witness stated that MV1 nearly missed a fire hydrant and a utility pole on the sidewalk. MV1 had a flat front passenger side tire, and minor scrapes on the body. I spoke with the medics who were still treating the operator for her diabetic issue. I observed the operator was in and out of consciousness, and unable to speak about the accident. It took several minutes for the operator to regain her consciousness, however she was still not able to answer simple questions coherently and was transported to Newton Wellesley hospital for further evaluation. MV1 was towed from the scene by Tody's, and an inventory form was filed and submitted. The area the crash occured was a high pedestrian traffic area, and both an elementary and middle school are within walking distance of the accident. An immediate threat form was filled out and filed for the operator of MV1.
Keywords:
Crash, Fire, Hospital, Ped, School, Walk
Dcc:
Illness
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Latitude:
42.3557666
Longitude:
-71.2105273
Location:
Case
number:
Date:
2019-01-18
Time:
09:29
Address:
1830 BEACON ST
Speed
limit:
25
Violation
cited:
no
Narrative:
ON 1/18/2019 AT APPROX 0929HRS WHILE ASSIGNED TO 497 i RESPONDED TO THE AREA OF 1830 BEACON ST FOR A REPORT OF A TWO CAR COLLISION WITHOUT INJURY. UPON ARRIVAL I OBSERVED BOTH VEHICLES IN THE ROADWAY WITH UNDER RIDE , FLUIDS ALL OVER ROADWAY AND AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT IN THE REAR VEHICLE. BOTH OPERATORS WERE STANDING ON THE SIDEWALK. I SPOKE WITH THE OPERATOR OF MA DEALER REG 5550 MARISSA DEVLIN WHO STATED SHE HAD STOPPED FOR A PEDESTRIAN IN THE CROSSWALK WHEN SHE WAS STRUCK FROM BEHIND. I THAN SPOKE WITH THE OPERATOR OF MA PASSENGER REG 3NM859, THOMAS DORRANCE WHO STATED ' IT APPEARS I'M AT FAULT' DORRANCE STATED HE HAD NOT NOTICED DEVLIN SLOWING AND STOPPING AND RAN INTO THE BACK OF HER. DEVLIN WAS ALSO COMPLAINING OF PAIN FROM THE STEERING WHEEL AND AIRBAG, CATALDO RESPONDED. NFD AND TODYS TOW ARRIVED ON SCENE .NFD USED THE JAWS TO SEPARATE THE TWO VEHICLES TODYS WAS ABLE TO TOW BOTH VEHICLES. DORRANCE SIGNED A PATIENT REFUSAL WITH CATALDO. NFD SPREAD SPEEDY DRY AND CLEARED THE ROADWAY.
Keywords:
Airbag, Crosswalk, Fire, Ped, Speed
Dcc:
Followed too closely
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url:
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url:
Latitude:
42.3273334
Longitude:
-71.2389513
Location:
Case
number:
Date:
2019-01-23
Time:
14:07
Address:
165 NEEDHAM ST
Speed
limit:
30
Violation
cited:
yes
Narrative:
Leary was crossing Needham St southbound at the corner of the property between Stop and Shop and Jiffy Lube. She states that she was 1/4 of the way across the street when she was struck by MV1. The left side of her body(arm, hip) struck the right side of the MV. She fell to the ground. MV1 states that he was pulling out of the Stop and Shop driveway to turn right onto Needham St. He saw the pedestrian next to the snow bank on the right side of the driveway as he approached the end of the driveway. When he got to the end he did not see her anymore and assumed she had continued walking west on Needham St. He then turned right and felt the collision and then he saw her. He immediately pulled into the Jiffy Lube lot to check on her. I took pictures of the scene and the MV. They were TOT IT. After further investigation, on 2/7 the operator was cited for 90/14 failure to stop for pedestrian. I spoke with Kenneth via phone and advised him of the update. The citation was mailed to him. I am charging for 90/14 failure to stop for a pedestrian. On Wednesday February 6, the operator information of this report was ammended to show the correct operator information.
Keywords:
Citation, Ped, Phone, Pictures, Snow, Walk
Dcc:
Visibility obstructed
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Latitude:
42.3121478
Longitude:
-71.2138224
Location:
Case
number:
Date:
2019-02-08
Time:
19:56
Address:
309 TREMONT STREET
Speed
limit:
35
Violation
cited:
no
Narrative:
On 02/08/2019, I, Officer Conary, responded to 309 Tremont Street for a past hit and run involving a pedestrian. Upon arrival, I was met by FEBLOWITZ, Colleen, who stated at approximately 1745 hours, she was crossing in the crosswalk at Tremont at Hibbard when her foot was hit by a car. FEBLOWITZ explained to me that she was in the crosswalk and she saw a silver sedan, MV1, traveling Eastbound on Tremont Street approaching her but it was far away where she felt safe to walk across the street. She said she also raised her hand to draw attention to herself. FEBLOWITZ was halfway in the crosswalk when she felt severe pain in her right foot. She looked behind her and saw MV1 was very close to her. MV1 continued to drive down Tremont Street and not stop. There were no witnesses. FEBLOWITZ went to Partner's Urgent Care to be treated for minor injuries. The crosswalk is in a lighted roadway. FEBLOWITZ was unable to gain any other information on MV1. No further incident to report.
Keywords:
Crosswalk, Ped, Severe, Walk
Dcc:
Unknown
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url:
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Latitude:
42.3549421
Longitude:
-71.1808005
Location:
Case
number:
Date:
2019-02-09
Time:
14:52
Address:
792 BEACON ST
Speed
limit:
35
Violation
cited:
no
Narrative:
Operator 1 states he was traveling Eastbound on Beacon St and came to a complete stop for pedestrians in the crosswalk. While he was waiting he was struck from behind by vehicle 2. Operator 2 stated he was traveling Eastbound on Beacon St and didn't see vehicle 1 stop in front of him and he struck vehicle 1. MV 1 sustained minor damage and vehicle 2 sustained moderate damage and was towed by Tody's. There were no injuries.
Keywords:
Crosswalk, Moderate, Ped
Dcc:
Inattention
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url:
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Latitude:
42.3301226
Longitude:
-71.1933552
Location:
Case
number:
Date:
2019-02-19
Time:
12:53
Address:
1269 CENTRE ST
Speed
limit:
25
Violation
cited:
no
Narrative:
Mv#1 operator stated she was at a complete stop in traffic on Centre St N/B opposite #1269. #1 stated she was suddenly rear ended by Mv#2. No injuries reported. #1 appeared to sustain moderate damage and was driven away from the scene. #2 operator stated she was travelling straight ahead on Centre St N/B passing through the Beacon St intersection. #2 stated she was distracted by watching a pedestrian nearby and as a result rear ended #1 ahead of her. No injuries. #1 sustained heavy front damage and was towed by AAA towing.
Keywords:
Distracted, Moderate, Ped
Dcc:
Inattention
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Latitude:
42.3302456
Longitude:
-71.1950254
Location:
Case
number:
Date:
2019-02-21
Time:
18:43
Address:
808 BEACON ST
Speed
limit:
25
Violation
cited:
no
Narrative:
The operator of MV1 was traveling Eastbound on Beacon St. when she stopped at a crosswalk for a pedestrian to cross and was struck in the rear by MV2. The operator of MV2 was traveling Eastbound on Beacon St. when MV1 came to a stop and she struck MV1 in the rear. She stated she didn't have enough time to react but pressed her brakes down all the way until they locked up and she ultimately struck the vehicle. All parties reported no injuries. MV1 sustained minor damage and was able to be driven away from the scene safely. MV2 sustained moderate/heavy front end damage and was towed from the scene by Tody's.
Keywords:
Crosswalk, Moderate, Ped
Dcc:
Followed too closely
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url:
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Latitude:
42.330038
Longitude:
-71.1938425
Location:
Case
number:
Date:
2019-03-12
Time:
15:49
Address:
2014 WASHINGTON ST
Speed
limit:
10
Violation
cited:
no
Narrative:
The OP. of MV#1 states she has been having issues with controlling her right leg recently and went to Newton-Wellesley Hospital today to precisely see her doctor about it. As she was pulling up to stop for the Valet, her leg hit the gas pedal instead of the brakes. She steered around pedestrians, went up on the curb, through a frozen snow mound before managing to stop on a roadway towards the other hospital buildings. The OP. of MV#1 understands that she shouldn't be driving for the time being. Immediate Threat Form was faxed to the Driver Control Unit.
Keywords:
Hospital, Ped, Snow
Dcc:
Physical impairment
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Latitude:
42.3306338
Longitude:
-71.2464373
Location:
Case
number:
Date:
2019-03-26
Time:
16:13
Address:
916 WALNUT ST
Speed
limit:
5
Violation
cited:
yes
Narrative:
MV1 was backing out of her parking spot in the parking lot at 916 Walnut St when she stopped to allow a pedestrian to cross in front of her vehicle. While she was waiting for the pedestrian to cross safely a vehicle backing out of the parking space across from hers backed into her vehicle and left the scene. Operator 1 was able to obtain a photo of the license plate. I then was able to contact operator 2 on the phone who stated she was at 916 Walnut St and "tapped" a vehicle when leaving and then left the scene. No injuries and both vehicle driven from the scene. MV1 sustained minor damage to the passenger side. Operator 2 states there is no damage to MV2. Operator 2 issued and mailed MA Uniform Citation T1442192 for leaving the scene property damage.
Keywords:
Citation, Ped, Phone, Pictures
Dcc:
Inattention
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url:
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Latitude:
42.3300663
Longitude:
-71.2063967
Location:
Case
number:
Date:
2019-04-20
Time:
21:07
Address:
815 WASHINGTON ST
Speed
limit:
35
Violation
cited:
no
Narrative:
The operator of Vehicle #1, identified as Ms.Erzsebet Piros, stated that she took a left turn from Walnut St onto Washington St prior to the colliding with Ms. Kim Nguyen. She further stated that she did not see the pedestrian prior to hearing the collision. Her passenger, identified as Ms. Amy Torres, was sitting in the front passenger seat. She stated a similar account, and did not see the pedestrian prior to the collision. Neither party complained of injury, when asked. A witness, Ms. John Angelucci, was travelling in his vehicle, in the lane next to Ms. Piros. He stated that he only heard the collision, and couldn't see it due to vehicle lights, and the falling rain. The pedestrian, Ms. Kim Nguyen, stated that she attempted to cross the street, when she did not see any cars coming. She stated that she didn't see Vehicle #1 approaching until it was too late to get out of the way. It should be noted that Ms. Nguyen was not attempting to cross inside of a crosswalk, and was wearing dark colored/Navy Blue clothing. Ms. Nguyen was transported to Beth-Israel Hospital, and was communicating effectively prior to transport. Pictures of the scene, and damage to the vehicle were taken, and sent to IT for entry.
Keywords:
Crosswalk, Hospital, Ped, Pictures, Rain
Dcc:
[]
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url:
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url:
Latitude:
42.3519759
Longitude:
-71.2065734
Location:
Case
number:
Date:
2019-04-29
Time:
07:48
Address:
80 MADISON AVE
Speed
limit:
25
Violation
cited:
no
Narrative:
MV1 was traveling east on Madison Ave from Walnut St approaching #80. There were 2 landscape vehicles parked on left side of the street. The operator, Sarah Ruth Loper-Sengupta, stated that she never saw the pedestrian that was in the roadway (N) due to solar glare. Loper-Sengupta stated she heard a thump coming from the passenger side of her vehicle. Loper-Sengupta stated she looked over to her right and saw a trash barrel in the air. Loper-Sengupta stated she then saw a male party lying on the roadway on her passenger side. Immediately after striking the pedestrian, Loper-Sengupta, stopped to check on him. There was a golden doodle dog in the back seat of the MV at the time of the accident, unrestrained. There were no obstructions hanging from the mirror or windshield area. The front drivers visor was down. There was no airbag deployment. I observed significat damage to the front passenger side windshield area. There was also damage to the front passenger side hood area. See Sgt. Lee update for victim statement Numerous pictures were taken by Ofc. Gaudet of the MV and scene. They were TOT IT. The MV was towed by Tody's due to its shattered windshield. No citation will be issued to Loper-Sengupta. The solar glare caused her to not able to see the pedestrian. The Sgt. and I dont believe the pedestrian looked before crossing with the barell on his left shoulder because he would have been able to see the MV coming as this is straight away section of Madison Ave. It should be noted, that when I arrived on scene I immediately noticed the seolar glare as I walked east on Madison Ave.
Keywords:
Airbag, Citation, Crash, Glare, Ped, Pictures, Solar, Walk
Dcc:
Visibility obstructed
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Latitude:
42.3497937
Longitude:
-71.2051351
Location:
Case
number:
Date:
2019-05-06
Time:
12:53
Address:
15 CYPRESS ST
Speed
limit:
25
Violation
cited:
no
Narrative:
OPER OF MV#1 STATED THAT HE HAD STOPPED FOR A PEDESTRIAN CROSSING THE ROAD, WHEN MV#2 STRUCK HIM FROM BEHIND. OPER OF MV#2 COULD NOT STOP IN TIME FOR A STOPPED MV#1, AND STRUCK THE VEHICLE FROM BEHIND. MV#1 SUSTAINED MODERATE REAR END DAMAGE AND WAS TOWED (PRIVATE). MV#2 SUSTAINED MODERATE FRONT DAMAGE AND WAS TOWED (PRIVATE)
Keywords:
Moderate, Ped
Dcc:
Followed too closely
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url:
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url:
Latitude:
42.3285638
Longitude:
-71.1951188
Location:
Case
number:
Date:
2019-05-07
Time:
13:19
Address:
30 LANGLEY RD
Speed
limit:
25
Violation
cited:
yes
Narrative:
On Tuesday May 7th, 2019 at approximately 13:15 hours I responded to the area of 30 Langley Road for an auto vs. pedestrian accident. At the time of the accident the weather was sunny and the road conditions were dry. Langley Road is a public way maintained by the City of Newton. Upon arrival I first spoke to the pedestrian who was inside the ambulance getting medical attention. The pedestrian identified as Donna Kalikow (S24151638) stated she was standing in an open parking space for a few seconds, attempting to walk across the street to enter J.P. Licks. Donna stated she was standing in the marked parking space waiting for traffic to stop to safely cross the street. Donna states the cars stopped to let her cross and she proceeded into the roadway. She states MV1 was attempting to back into the parking space that she was standing in and struck her right side and knocked her to the ground. Donna states the operator of MV1 stopped the vehicle when he realized he had struck her and got out to contact 911. Donna appeared to have minor injuries and complained of head pain. Medics transported Donna to NWH to be further evaluated. The operator of MV1 identified as Christopher Moos (S24090966) stated he was attempting to parallel park into an empty parking space and never saw the pedestrian standing in the space. Christopher stated as he was backing up into the space he was notified by a bystander that he just struck a pedestrian. Christopher stated he immediately stopped the vehicle and got out to assist the pedestrian and contact 911. Christopher stated he was not travelling no more than 5mph at the time of the accident. MV1 did not have any damage to the vehicle and was able to leave the scene. Christopher reported no injuries. Several photographs were taken of the scene and submitted to the IT Bureau. I mailed the operator a Massachussetts Uniform Citation for a City of Newton Ordinance violation for Section 19-75 Failure to use care when backing.
Keywords:
Citation, Crash, Ems, Ped, Pictures, Solar, Walk
Dcc:
Inattention
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url:
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Latitude:
42.3310425
Longitude:
-71.1931927
Location:
Case
number:
Date:
2019-05-31
Time:
14:32
Address:
114 WEST ST
Speed
limit:
30
Violation
cited:
no
Narrative:
OPERATOR STATED SHE WAS GOING S/B ON WEST ST WHEN HER VEHICLE CAUGHT EITHER A VERIZON OR CABLE WIRE THAT WAS HANGING IN THE STREET BY #114 WEST ST. SHE FURTHER REPORTS NEVER SEEING THE WIRE. ACCORDING TO THE OPERATOR AS SHE WAS DRIVING S/B DOWN WEST ST HER FRONT LICENSE PLATE COVER CAUGHT A LOW HANGING WIRE CAUSING HER PLASTIC COVER TO FLY OFF HITTING HER HOOD CAUSING DAMAGE. THE FORCE OF THE IMPACT ALSO CAUSED DAMAGE TO OTHER AREAS OF HER VEHICLE, CRACKED, BUMPER ALONG WITH HER DRIVERS SIDE MIRROR. IT WAS LATER DETERMINED THAT JUST PRIOR TO VEHICLE #1 PASSING THE SCENE A POSTAL EMPLOYEE HAD JUST STARTED TO ATTEMPT TO TIE OFF THE WIRE TO A FENCE AT THE SAME TIME CAUSING THE ACCIDENT . VERIZON WAS CONTACTED EARLIER DUE TO A COMPLAINT OF A WIRE DOWN. PRIOR TO THE POSTAL WORKER ATTEMPTING TO PUT THE WIRE UP THERE WAS NO IMMEDIATE HAZARD IN THE ROAD. HOWEVER THE WIRE WAS BLOCKING THE SIDEWALK AND APPARENTLY THE POSTAL EMPLOYEE WAS CONCERNED THAT A PEDESTRIAN MIGHT TRIP ON IT.
Keywords:
Crash, Ped
Dcc:
[]
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url:
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Latitude:
42.3577326
Longitude:
-71.1974473
Location:
Case
number:
Date:
2019-06-11
Time:
09:02
Address:
321 WALNUT ST
Speed
limit:
25
Violation
cited:
yes
Narrative:
Operator of vehicle one, Benjamin Beaver stated that while driving south bound near 321 Walnut St his vehicle ( MA reg 551DK8 2014 Lexus ) made contact with a pedestrian in a marked crosswalk. Walnut St is a public way in the city of Newton. Beaver stated that he did not see the pedestrian prior to the crash and that his vehicle was travailing approximately 5 to 10 MPH. Beaver stated that the pedestrian was knocked to the ground but got up and walked around. The pedestrian, NNHS student Benjamin Donovan stated that he was crossing east to west in the marked crosswalk in front of 321 Walnut St. Donovan stated that he saw Beaver's vehicle approaching him at approximately 5 to 10 MPH. Believing that Beaver was stopping to let him cross , Donovan stated that he held up his left hand to signal to Beaver that he was going to cross. Donovan stated that Beaver's vehicle struck him on his left side and knocked him to the ground. Donovan stated that he had minor scrapes on his right side as a result of falling to the ground. Donovan stated that he did not lose consciousness and was transported via EMS to Newton Wellesley Hospital for treatment. I took photos of Beaver's vehicle and forward the disk to NPD IT Bureau. I issued Beaver MA Citation T 1269995 and cited him for a violation of MGL Ch 89 C 11, failure to yield to a pedestrian in a crosswalk. On 06/12/2019 I was forwarded an E-mail from Capt Anastasia of a video of the crash that was taken from a camera that was mounted on the roof of 321 Walnut St. The video shows Donovan walking into the marked crosswalk from the east side of Walnut St and hold up his left had to Beaver's on oncoming vehicle. Beaver vehicle appears to be travailing faster than the 5 to 10 MPH that Beaver believed that he was travailing. The video shows that Beaver did not brake until Donovan was struck and landed on his vehicles hood. Donovan was thrown approximately 10 feet from Beaver's vehicle and landed on his right side on the roadway. The video shows Beaver stopping and pulling to the side of the roadway after the crash.
Keywords:
Citation, Crash, Crosswalk, Ems, Hospital, Ped, Pictures, Walk
Dcc:
Inattention
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Latitude:
42.3499631
Longitude:
-71.2071277
Location:
Case
number:
Date:
2019-09-10
Time:
09:32
Address:
1411 BEACON ST
Speed
limit:
30
Violation
cited:
no
Narrative:
On Tuesday, September 10, 2019 while assigned to Traffic unit N525, I responded to the area of Beacon Street and Roslyn Road, Newton for a report of a motor vehicle/bicycle crash. The weather at the time of the crash was overcast. The road surface was dry. Beacon Street and Roslyn Road are both public ways maintained by the City of Newton. I spoke with the bicyclist involved in the crash, Steven Greenzang (S96615185). Greenzang stated he was traveling Westbound on Beacon Street in the shoulder lane on his black Specialized bicycle. Greenzang had a yellow reflective vest on and was wearing a helmet at this time. Greenzang stated a vehicle in the travel lane to his left drove by him and hit the mirror located on his left handlebar. I observed damage to the mirror. Greenzang report no injuries. I spoke with the operator of MV1, Sarah Bonfanti (S66811372). Bonfanti stated she was parked in front of 1411 Beacon Street waiting to pick up a co-worker that resides at that address. Bonfanti stated a bicycle traveling on the sidewalk to her right crashed into the passenger side door mirror of her 2008 Toyota Scion (MA: 681YH1). Bonfanti stated the bicyclist was acting "crazy" during her interaction with him and he was trying to take her picture. Bonfanti stated she got back into her vehicle and moved up the roadway to wait for police to arrive on scene. I canvassed the area where the accident occurred with Sgt. Dempsey. There was glass from the passenger side mirror of MV1 and Greenzang's bicycle in the main travel lane of the roadway and the shoulder lane where Greenzang stated he was traveling. We also observed a large tree and a telephone pole on the sidewalk next to the roadway where the accident is alleged to have occurred. After speaking with all parties involved, observing the location of the glass in the roadway from the crash, and the location of the tree and telephone pole on the sidewalk where he accident occurred; Greenzang would not have been able to operate his bicycle on the sidewalk and be close enough to the roadway to make contact with MV1. Prior to clearing the accident, I asked Bonfanti if she had any questions and if she wanted to report any injuries. Bonfanti stated she was hit by the bicyclist during her exchange with him and began grabbing her left leg. I asked Bonfanti why she did not inform the officers on scene that she was assaulted. Bonfanti stated she said something to our Dispatch when she called. I asked Bonfanti if her leg was injured. Bonfanti stated I was putting words in her mouth and that she was just scratching her leg. Bonfanti then stated she was hit in the right shoulder. I asked Bonfanti if she would like an ambulance to respond and evaluate her. Bonfanti declined and stated she was more concerned about her mirror. I advised Bonfanti if she wanted to pursue charges against Greenzang she could do so in Newton District Court. I listened to the 9-1-1 recording Bonfanti made in regards to this incident. Bonfanti stated a pedestrian busted out her window. Bonfanti then stated to our dispatcher that the bicyclist lost control of his bicycle and smashed into her car. During her exchange with the our dispatcher, I did not hear Bonfanti say she was physically assaulted by Greenzang.
Keywords:
Bike, Bus, Crash, Ems, Helmet, Ped, Pictures, Tree
Dcc:
Lane departure, Inattention
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Latitude:
42.3302456
Longitude:
-71.2218279
Location:
Case
number:
Date:
2019-09-27
Time:
00:05
Address:
325 BEACON ST
Speed
limit:
30
Violation
cited:
no
Narrative:
THE OPERATOR OF MV1 STATED HE WAS TRAVELING WESTBOUND IN THE AREA OF 325 BEACON ST WHEN A PEDESTRIAN RAN INTO THE STREET, CAUSING HIM TO STRIKE THE PEDESTRIAN. HE STATED THERE WAS A VEHICLE PULLED OVER ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE ROAD AND THE PEDESTRIAN RAN OUT FROM IN FRONT OF THAT VEHICLE. THE OPERATOR WAS UNINJURED AND THE VEHICLE HAD LITTLE TO NO DAMAGE TO THE FRONT RIGHT PASSENGERS SIDE. THE PEDESTRIAN, MICHAEL MCKEAN, STATED HE RAN OUT TO CROSS THE STREET AND DIDN'T SEE MV1. HE SUFFERED A MINOR RIGHT FOOT INJURY AND WAS TRANSPORTED TO ST. ELIZABETHS. BY MEDIC 1. ALL PASSENGERS OF MV1 REPORTED THAT THE OPERATOR WAS NOT SPEEDING AND THE PEDESTRIAN DARTED INTO THE STREET. THE OPERATOR HAD DASH CAM FOOTAGE OF THE ACCIDENT, AND IT SHOWED MV1 TRAVELING WESTBOUND ON BEACON ST APPROACHING THE VEHICLE PULLED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. IT THEN SHOWED THE PEDESTRIAN RUN INTO THE STREET WITHOUT LOOKING, GETTING STRUCK BY THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE OF MV1 AND FALLING TO THE GROUND. THE OPERATOR WILL BE E-MAILING THE FOOTAGE TO BE ATTACHED TO THIS REPORT. 1 PHOTO WAS TAKEN OF THE VEHICLE AND SUBMITTED TO THE IT BUREAU.
Keywords:
Crash, Ped, Pictures, Speed
Dcc:
[]
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Latitude:
42.3333408
Longitude:
-71.1719303
Location:
Case
number:
Date:
2019-09-30
Time:
15:42
Address:
1525 CENTRE ST
Speed
limit:
35
Violation
cited:
no
Narrative:
Operator of MV1 stated he was traveling southbound on Centre Street when he observed two people in the crosswalk. MV1 stated he slowed down and came to a stop to let the pedestrians cross the road. As he came to the stop he observed MV2 not slowing down and hit the rear of his vehicle. Operator of MV2 stated he was traveling Southbound on Centre street when he took his eyes off the road for a brief second and rear ended MV1. MV1 had damage to the rear of his vehicle. MV2 had significant damage to the front of his vehicle. MV2 was towed by Todys. Operator of MV1 was able to drive his vehicle.
Keywords:
Crosswalk, Ped
Dcc:
Inattention
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Latitude:
42.3231163
Longitude:
-71.201454
Location:
Case
number:
Date:
2019-10-01
Time:
15:23
Address:
281 BEACON ST
Speed
limit:
25
Violation
cited:
no
Narrative:
Operator of MV1 stated he was traveling Eastbound on Beacon St. and stopped for a pedestrian in the crosswalk located in front of 281 Beacon St. The operator of MV1 further stated as he came to a complete stop at the crosswalk MV2 rear ended him. Operator of MV2 stated she was traveling Eastbound on Beacon St. when she stopped behind MV1 in traffic. Operator of MV2 further stated as she was stopped in traffic MV3 rear ended her with enough force resulting in her vehicle colliding with MV1. The operator of MV3 stated she was traveling Eastbound on Beacon St. when she observed MV2 stopped in traffic, however she attempted to stop to avoid a collision but rear ended MV2. It should be noted the operator of MV3 attempted to turn her vehicle away from MV2 but she stated it was too late. No injuries. All involved parties signed patient refusals. MV1 sustained minor rear end damage. MV2 sustained moderate front and rear end damage. MV3 sustained heavy front end damage. Tody's responded and towed MV3. A towed motor vehicle form was filled out and placed on file.
Keywords:
Crosswalk, Moderate, Ped
Dcc:
[]
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Latitude:
42.3335953
Longitude:
-71.1706811
Location:
Case
number:
Date:
2019-10-09
Time:
20:09
Address:
180 NEEDHAM ST
Speed
limit:
30
Violation
cited:
yes
Narrative:
The operator of MV1 states that she was traveling northbound on Needham Street with flow of traffic when she struck a pedestrian with the right front corner of her vehicle. The operator of MV1 stated that she did not see the pedestrian in the cross walk until after she hit her and that there was poor lighting in the area. Through the help of coworker from Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza, the victim stated that she was crossing Needham Street in the crosswalk and was almost on the side walk when she was struck by MV1 from behind. MV1 sustained minor front end damage while the victim sustained noticeable injuries and was transported to Newton Wellesley Hospital by Cataldo. Photographs of the scene were taken and submitted to IT to be attached to the report. The operator of MV1 was issued a Massachusetts Uniform Citation (T2079284) for 89-11, failure to yield to a pedestrian in a crosswalk.
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Latitude:
42.3116053
Longitude:
-71.2130334
Location:
Case
number:
Date:
2019-11-06
Time:
06:10
Address:
15 NEEDHAM ST
Speed
limit:
30
Violation
cited:
no
Narrative:
On 11/6/19 at approximately 0610 hrs I responded to 15 Needham St., the National Lumber for a MVA involving a pedestrian. Upon arrival I spoke to the pedestrian who was lying on the street who stated he landed on his back and couldn't feel if anything was hurting. I advised him to stay put until the medics responded. The pedestrian was wearing brown pants and a black jacket and stated he was listening to his head phones when he attempted to cross the street. Where he attempted to cross was down Needham St from the main intersection and there was no crosswalk. He attempted to cross from the National Lumber side crossing the S/SW travel lane first. I then talked to the operator of MV#1 who stated he turned right onto Needham St from Winchester St and didn't see anybody attempting to cross until the last second. At this time he stated he jammed on his brakes and saw pedestrian on the hood of his Pickup before he fell to the ground. There was minor damage to the hood of the vehicle on the passenger side. The pedestrian was evaluated by the Medics and transported to NWH for further evaluation. Pictures were taken on scene and turned over to the IT bureau.
Keywords:
Crosswalk, Ped, Phone, Pictures
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Latitude:
42.3168424
Longitude:
-71.2097042
Location:
Case
number:
Date:
2019-11-11
Time:
17:44
Address:
21 PARKER ST
Speed
limit:
30
Violation
cited:
no
Narrative:
Vehicle #1 Was Traveling Southbound on Parker St. Vehicle #1 collided with a pedestrian on it's left drive side in a marked crosswalk in front of 21 Parker St. The operator of vehicle #1 stated she saw the pedestrian through her driver's side window at the same time she heard a loud bang. The operator of vehicle #1 stated she noticed her mirror was gone and realized she had hit something so she stopped. The pedestrian in the crosswalk was crossing from his residence at 21 Parker St. on the west side of Parker to the east side of Parker St. in a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian was approximately 2 feet from the middle divider when he was hit by the mirror of vehicle #1. It should be noted that the pedestrian was wearing all dark clothing. The Pedestrian appeared to suffer an injury to his arm and his body and was transported to Beth Israel by Cataldo. The Witness stated he did not see the crash, but just prior to it he saw an unknown vehicle driving at a high rate of speed northbound on Parker St. and the vehicle may have beeped at the pedestrian in the crosswalk causing him to step back into the southbound travel lane where the crash happened. Photographs were taken of the scene and submitted to the IT bureau to be attached to this report. The operator of Vehicle #1 was cited with MGL Ch. 89-11 fail to yield to pedestrian in a crosswalk (Citation #T2079123).
Keywords:
Citation, Crash, Crosswalk, Ped, Pictures, Speed
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Latitude:
42.326654
Longitude:
-71.194141
Location:
Case
number:
Date:
2019-11-12
Time:
12:26
Address:
2040 COMMONWEALTH AVE
Speed
limit:
10
Violation
cited:
yes
Narrative:
On 11/12/2019 at 12:26 hours, I responded to the Star Market parking lot located at 2040 Commonwealth Avenue for a motor vehicle pedestrian accident. The parking lot is a public/thru way that motorists use to access the Star Market along with other businesses. The weather at the time was cloudy and rainy and the parking lot was saturated. Prior to my arrival, the pedestrian involved left the scene and did not want to speak to the officer nor wanted medical attention. Ofc. Claflin then cancelled Cataldo Ambulance. The pedestrian, Mary Alexander, left her information with a store employee prior to leaving. I spoke to the operator of MV # 1 (Joshua Randel MD Lic.# R534440603244) who stated that he was travelling through the third row of the Star Market parking lot at an appropriate speed. He was then attempting to make a left turn near the entrance/exit of the store. He says that there was a large white van parked in the end handicapped spot towards the left of him. He says the van was sticking out in the spot limiting his visibility. As he was half way through his left turn and coming around the corner, he was not able to see a pedestrian pushing a shopping carriage. He then struck the carriage that was being pushed by Mary Alexander. He further says that the cart jolted Ms. Alexander and she fell down to the ground. At the time, Alexander was walking through the lot near the store entrance heading back towards the parked cars. She was not in the crosswalk at the time which was approximately ten feet down from her location. After, I attempted to go to Ms. Alexander's residence to follow up. I spoke to her friend who was bringing up Alexander's groceries and she stated that she decided to go to Newton Wellesley Hospital for treatment. I then spoke to Ms. Alexander in the lobby of the hospital. She stated that she was exiting the store through the lot with her shopping carriage. She believes she was approximately eight feet away from the door when all of a sudden she only saw red coming at her. She believes MV # 1 was speeding at the time. I asked her if she was struck by the vehicle or was the shopping carriage only struck. She replied that she did not know and only remembers falling to the ground after. She sustained a large bruise to the inside palm area of her right hand and her left knee was swollen. Digital photos of the scene were taken and pictures of Ms. Alexander's injuries were taken at the hospital. As far as possible video surveillance, I was told that the Loss Prevention Department has to access the video. On 11/13/19 at approximately 14:20 hours, I went in to the Star Market and spoke to the manager, Nidal Rajeh, inquiring about possible video surveillance. He said there is coverage in the parking lot and he was able to show me the video. A copy of the video would have to be done by Loss Prevention which I requested. I observed at the 12:12pm mark in the video, MV # 1 was parked five spots up from the third row of the lot that he was exiting. I also observed a white transport van parked in the end handicapped spot mentioned by the operator but it was parked correctly and not limiting visibility. Next, MV # 1 backs out of the spot and drives forward going at a reasonable speed. The pedestrian (Alexander) has already exited the store with her carriage and is walking at an angle toward the same third row of parked cars. As the pedestrian is walking towards the direction of MV # 1, it appears that the pedestrian should be visible to him. MV # 1 then starts to take the left turn around the corner without slowing or stopping and strikes the carriage head on. Due to the impact, Alexander then loses grasp of the carriage and it goes past her twisting her body around. She then hits and rolls up on the hood of the vehicle on her left side. MV # 1 then suddenly stops and immediately gets out and provides assistance to the pedestrian. Due to the video surveillance, Mr. Randel will be issued/mailed MA Uniform Citation # T2012347 for Ch. 90/14/A Failure to slow for a pedestrian.
Keywords:
Bus, Citation, Crash, Crosswalk, Ems, Hospital, Ped, Pictures, Rain, Speed, Walk
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Latitude:
42.3469722
Longitude:
-71.2448227
Location:
Case
number:
Date:
2019-12-23
Time:
19:19
Address:
807 WASHINGTON ST
Speed
limit:
35
Violation
cited:
no
Narrative:
On 12/23/19, at 1919 hours, I responded to the area of 807 Washington St. for pedestrian struck by a motor vehicle. Upon arrival with Cataldo Medics and Newton Fire, I observed Catherine Chapman being treated in the westbound lane a few feet in front of a 2010 Hyundai Elantra (MA Reg. 4KH 743). The vehicle had a shattered windshield. Ms. Chapman appeared to be wearing a dark colored jacket and dark pants. The operator of the motor vehicle, Emily Shuman, stated she was traveling westbound in the outside lane when Ms. Chapman stepped in front of her car from the eastbound lane. I also spoke with a witness, Malcolm Robinson, who stated Ms. Chapman was crossing the street from the eastbound lanes with two other people. The other two people stopped in the middle of the street but Ms. Chapman kept walking and was struck. The other two people were Victor Polk and Halimah Polk, both of which confirmed the witness statement. Ms. Chapman was transported by Cataldo to Brigham & Womens Hospital with non-life threatening injuries. Todys towed the vehicle and pictures of the scene were submitted to IT.
Keywords:
Fire, Hospital, Ped, Pictures, Walk
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Latitude:
42.3519457
Longitude:
-71.2064132
Location:
Case
number:
Date:
2019-12-29
Time:
09:58
Address:
474 WOODWARD ST
Speed
limit:
25
Violation
cited:
no
Narrative:
Sgt. McNeil, N495, and I responded to 474 Wodward St. for an auto pedestrian accident. Upon arrival the victim, Elizabeth Cantwell was laying in the street and receiving treatment from NFD and Cataldo. The operator of Ma Reg. 192HV0 was Margaret Meehan. Meehan was visibly upset and was hearing impaired, as a result Meehan was unable to communicate what happened in the accident. At this time we were able to contact Meehans daughter, Bernadette Conley 781-248-6222. Cantwell was transported to Beth Israel Hospital. Traffic Bureau was notified. I went to the BI hospital to get a statement from Cantwell. Cantwell states that her husband parked their vehicle across the street from Starbucks. Cantwell states that she stood next to her car to cross the street. Vehicle 1 came to a stop and Cantwell believed that the vehicle was going to let her cross the street (not in crosswalk). Cantwell states that when she went to cross the street vehicle 1 hit her, causing her to land on the hood and then rolled off onto the street. At this time Cantwell has a dislocated hip and head injury. I took photos of the scene. Meehans vehicle was parked in a legal spot and I transported her to NHQ where she was picked up by her daughter Bernadette Conley. I filled and immediate threat with the RMV and a copy of the report was attached with the form.
Keywords:
Crash, Crosswalk, Fire, Hospital, Impairment, Ped, Pictures
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Latitude:
42.3264092
Longitude:
-71.2301735
Location:
Case
number:
Date:
2020-01-27
Time:
09:41
Address:
227 LEXINGTON ST
Speed
limit:
25
Violation
cited:
yes
Narrative:
Operator of vehicle one , Allan Wint stated on 01/27/2019 at 09:40 hours he was driving his employer's pick up truck south bound on Lexington St near number 227. Lexington St is a public way in the city of Newton. Wint is a driver for Auto Zone auto parts located at 140 Lexington St , Waltham, MA ( 781 894-0656 ) . Wint was driving a 2018 Chevrolet Colorado pick up tuck ( MA reg 8CA823 ) that Auto Zone leases from Lease Plan USA Ltd. Wint stated that he was headed to Webster St in Newton to pick up a delivery. Wint stated that as he approached the area of 277 Lexington St he believed that the traffic light that is at the marked crosswalk was green for south and north bound traffic. Wint stated that he did not see any pedestrians in the crosswalk, until he heard the sound of an object impacting into the front driver's side of his vehicle. Wint stated that he stopped his vehicle approximately ten yards past the crosswalk and got out. Wint stated it was then he realized that his vehicle had stuck a female and a dog. Wint stated that he was not operating any electronic devices at the time of the crash, and I observed none in his vehicle. Wint stated he was not injured in crash. Wint's vehicle had damage to the driver's side mirror and lower molding of the driver's side front door. Wint's vehicle did not require a tow. Witness Bessy Shanks stated that she was driving in her vehicle behind Wint's vehicle south bound on Lexington St. Shanks stated that Wint's vehicle was driving slow and swerving approximately two blocks prior to the crash. Shanks stated that she believed that Wint may of been distracted. Shanks stated that south and north bound traffic was stopped because that cross walk light was red and that a female and a dog were crossing from the east to west in the marked crosswalk in font 227 of Lexington St. Shanks stated that the front driver's side of Wint's vehicle srtuck the female and the dog as they were approximately halfway into the crosswalk. Shanks stated that the female and dog both fell to the ground after the crash. Witness Elizabeth Keegan stated that she was driving in her vehicle south bound on Lexington St two vehicle behind Wint's vehicle. Keegan stated that she was not sure what color the traffic light was at the time of the crash, but traffic was stopped both not and south bound traffic was stopped. Keegan also stated that Wint's vehicle " didn't even slow down ". Keegan stated that Wint's vehicle struck the female pedestrian and the dog as they were in the marked crosswalk in front of 277 Lexington St. Witness Henry Taylor stated that his vehicle was the first one stopped at the red crosswalk light at 227 Lexington St in the north bound lane. Taylor stated that north and south bound traffic was stopped and that Wint's vehicle did not stop and stuck a female pedestrian and a dog in the crosswalk. Witness Jacqueline Deos stated that her vehicle was stopped behind Taylor's north bound on Lexington St. Deos stated that north and south bound traffic was stopped for the red light . Deos stated that Wint's vehicle did not stop and that it struck a female pedestrian and a dog in the marked crosswalk. The pedestrian in the crosswalk was identified as Xiaoping Sun. Sun stated that she and her dog stopped on the south bound side of the marked crosswalk across from 227 Lexington St. Sun stated that she activated the crosswalk light and waited until the light was red for north and south bound traffic, and that the walk single was activated. Sun stated that she looked to her left and saw traffic north bound traffic was stopping. Sun stated that she turned to her right and entered the marked crosswalk. Sun stated that she and her dog had crossed over the north bound side of Lexington St and she then looked to her right and saw Wint's vehicle not stopping and " going very fast ". Sun stated that the front driver's side mirror of Wint's vehicle stuck her in the face . Sun stated that as she fell to the ground she was struck on the left leg by Wint's driver's side. Sun stated that she did not lose consciousness after she had fallen to the ground. Sun was transported via EMS to The Brigham and Women's Hospital for treatment for head and neck injuries and abrasions to her legs. Sun's dog died as a result of being struck by Wint's vehicle. Photo's of the crash site and of Wint's vehicle were taken and the disc was downloaded by the NPD's IT Bureau. Before leaving the crash site, I tested the crosswalk lights and they were in working order. Based upon my observations of the crash site, Wint's vehicle, and the statements made to me, I concluded that Wint was at fault for this crash. I issued Wint MA Citation T 2013958 and cited him for a violation of MGL 89/11 , failure to yield to a pedestrian in a crosswalk.
Keywords:
Citation, Crash, Crosswalk, Distracted, Ems, Fatal, Hospital, Ped, Pictures, Solar, Walk
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Latitude:
42.35422
Longitude:
-71.2454494
Location:
Case
number:
Date:
2020-01-30
Time:
16:31
Address:
215 NEEDHAM ST
Speed
limit:
35
Violation
cited:
no
Narrative:
Based on observations, and statements made, the following occurred. M/V#1 was traveling west on Needham St. and came to a stop at a crosswalk, to allow a pedestrian to cross. M/V#2 traveling west behind M/V#1 was not able to stop in time, and rear ended M/V#1.
Keywords:
Crosswalk, Ped
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Latitude:
42.3105687
Longitude:
-71.2149469
Location:
Case
number:
Date:
2020-02-22
Time:
09:26
Address:
15 CYPRESS ST
Speed
limit:
25
Violation
cited:
yes
Narrative:
Mv#1 operator stated he was travelling on Cypress St N/B and briefly looked into his rear view mirror. #1 stated at that time he rear ended Mv#2 that was stopped in traffic ahead of him. #2 operator stated she was travelling on Cypress St N/B and slowed to a stop for another MV in front of her whom had stopped for a pedestrian in the crosswalk at #15 Cypress. #2 stated at this time she was rear ended by #1. Mvs #1 and #2 both sustained heavy damage to the passenger side front end and passenger side rear end, respectively. Both towed by Tody's towing. No injuries reported.
Keywords:
Crosswalk, Ped
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Latitude:
42.3285638
Longitude:
-71.1951188
Location:
Case
number:
Date:
2020-03-02
Time:
07:31
Address:
525 WALTHAM ST
Speed
limit:
25
Violation
cited:
no
Narrative:
Operator of vehicle 1 took a right off of Washington St onto Waltham St when a pedestrian crossed the street in front of 525 Waltham St. Vehicle 1 stopped to let the pedestrian proceed and was rear ended by vehicle 2. Neither operator reported any injuries. Neither vehicle required a tow.
Keywords:
Ped
Dcc:
Followed too closely
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Latitude:
42.3497196
Longitude:
-71.2265848
Location:
Case
number:
Date:
2020-03-06
Time:
09:21
Address:
1317 CENTRE ST
Speed
limit:
20
Violation
cited:
no
Narrative:
Vehicle #1 was traveling South on Centre St. and Vehicle #2 was traveling behind Vehicle #1 on Centre St. Vehicle #1 began to stop due to the traffic stopping in front of her for a pedestrian crossing. Vehicle #2 did not stop in time and struck the rear of Vehicle #1 causing damage to the rear of Vehicle #1. No parties were injured. Medical attention declined. Operator #1 stated she was shaken. Operators were advised how to file their reports. No vehicles were towed. All operators and vehicles were active.
Keywords:
Ped
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Followed too closely
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Latitude:
42.3290184
Longitude:
-71.1960471
Location:
Case
number:
Date:
2020-04-06
Time:
17:00
Address:
170 WINCHESTER ST
Speed
limit:
25
Violation
cited:
no
Narrative:
The operator of MV1 states that he was traveling northbound on Winchester Street when he stopped in front of 170 Winchester Street to allow a pedestrian to cross the road. While stopped, MV1 was struck from behind by MV2. The operator of MV2 stated that he saw the MV1 stop for a pedestrian but did not have enough time to stop and subsequently crashed into MV1. Both vehicles sustained moderate damage and were towed from the scene (MV1 by Todys and MV2 by AAA). Both operators were evaluated by medics due to air bag deployment and signed patient refusals.
Keywords:
Crash, Moderate, Ped
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Followed too closely
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Latitude:
42.3141756
Longitude:
-71.2087869
Location:
Case
number:
Date:
2020-04-24
Time:
18:38
Address:
37 COMMONWEALTH AVE
Speed
limit:
30
Violation
cited:
yes
Narrative:
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
Keywords:
Citation, Ped, Phone, Pictures
Dcc:
Physical impairment
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Latitude:
42.3399057
Longitude:
-71.1682955
Location:
Case
number:
Date:
2020-04-25
Time:
10:07
Address:
850 COMMONWEALTH AVE
Speed
limit:
30
Violation
cited:
yes
Narrative:
The operator of MV#1 stated he was travelling eastbound on Commonwealth Ave and had stopped for crossing pedestrians at the crosswalk at the intersection of Morton St when he was struck from behind by MV#2. MV#1 sustained moderate rear end damages. There were no reported injuries to the operator of MV#1 or its front passenger. The operator of MV#1 did not have a driver's license in possession and was never issued a license in Massachusetts. The operator of MV#1 is a native of Guatemala and stated he did not have a Guatemalan driver's license either. MV#1 has an active registration and insurance and is registered to the operator of MV#1. The R.M.V have also issued the operator of MV#1 with a license number of S44148643. A query of this license number does not have a valid status. Based on the statements made to me, I have issued MA uniform citation #T2080057 for violation of c90 s10 unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle. A licensed operator ( MA OLN SA2360612) took possession of MV#1. The operator of MV#2 stated he was travelling eastbound on Commonwealth Ave directly behind MV#1 when he struck it. MV#2 sustained heavy front end damages and was eventually towed by Tody's Towing. There were no reported injuries to the operator of MV#2. MV#2 had an active registration and insurance. The operator of MV#2 did not have a driver's license on his person and was never issued a MA license. The operator of MV#2 stated he is from Azerbhijan and have a license from that country but did not have it on his person. Based on the statements made to me, the operator of MV#2 was issued MA uniform citation #T2080058 for violation of c90 s10 unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle.
Keywords:
Citation, Crosswalk, Moderate, Ped
Dcc:
Inattention, Other improper action
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Latitude:
42.3377096
Longitude:
-71.2013698
Location:
Case
number:
Date:
2020-05-11
Time:
11:09
Address:
1220 CHESTNUT ST
Speed
limit:
15
Violation
cited:
no
Narrative:
On 05/11/20 at 11:09 hours, I responded to the parking lot of All Star Liquors located at 1220 Chestnut Street for a two car accident involving a City of Newton vehicle. No injuries reported. On arrival, the vehicles had already parked back in to spots in the parking lot. I spoke to the operator of the city vehicle (MV# 1) identified as Brian Quiles who works for the City of Newton DPW Utilities Department. He was operating a 2019 Ford F550 dump truck color white bearing MA Official Tag# M3120A at the time. Mr. Quiles states he was operating eastbound attempting to exit the parking lot of 1220 Chestnut Street and turn left on to Oak Street. While attempting to exit the lot, he states that he stopped for a pedestrian crossing the street. At this point, he heard glass shatter but did not realize his truck was ever struck. He then got out and observed that MV# 2 backed in to the rear passenger side of his truck. There was no apparent visible damage to the city vehicle as a result of the accident. I then spoke to the operator of MV# 2 identified as John Deming who was operating a 2017 Honda CRV color green bearing MA reg.# RWCF30 at the time. He states he was parked in the last spot in the parking lot across from the All Star Liquors near the Oak Street entrance/exit. He then attempted to back up his CRV attempting to exit the lot. He says that he observed MV # 1 in the rear of him but thought he had enough room to back up around the truck. He says that he was using his back up camera and misjudged the distance and struck the passenger rear end area of MV# 1. As a result, his rear windshield shattered and he also sustained damage to his driver's side rear brake light cover area. Digital photos were taken of scene and submitted to the I.T. Bureau.
Keywords:
Crash, Ped, Pictures
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Latitude:
42.3097093
Longitude:
-71.2208103
Location:
Case
number:
Date:
2020-07-28
Time:
12:11
Address:
27 OAK ST
Speed
limit:
25
Violation
cited:
no
Narrative:
On 07/28/2020 at 1221hrs I responded to the area of 23 Oak St for a motor vehicle crash involving a pedestrian. The involved pedestrian had left the area prior to my arrival. The vehicle that was involved in crash was also not on scene. The crash occurred on 07/28/2020 at approximately 0900hrs in the driveway of 27 Oak St. Prior to the crash the involved vehicle described as a 1991 Chrysler TC Convertible color Red bearing MA Antique Reg D2935 ( Active) was located in the driveway of 23 Oak St. The vehicle was facing toward the rear of the driveway. The vehicle then rolled in reverse easterly across the common driveway and struck a pedestrian who was located in the driveway of 27 Oak St. After contact with the pedestrian the vehicle came to final rest in the driveway of 27 Oak St. As a result of the impact the pedestrian sustained a minor injury to her left knee. There were no occupants in the involved vehicle at the time of the crash. It is unknown at this time if the vehicle sustained any damage. The pedestrian left the area prior to this crash being reported to NPD. The vehicle was removed from the area prior to the crash being reported to NPD. I then spoke to the owner of the involved vehicle Marc Dumoulin who was on scene and was the reporting person. Dumoulin stated that the crash occurred today 07/28/2020 at approximately 0900hrs. Dumoulin states that the involved vehicle described as a 1991 Chrysler Convertible was having issues due to a gas tank problem and he believes it wasn't going to pass inspection. Dumoulin stated that he took his vehicle for a final test ride around the block to decide if he wanted to keep it or not. Dumoulin states that after operating the vehicle he decided to salvage the vehicle with CJ Auto in Watertown, MA. Dumoulin states that before going to CJ Auto he decided to stop back at his home first. Dumoulin states he then parked the vehicle at this driveway and got out to go in the house. Dumoulin states that he believes the vehicle was running at this time. Dumoulin states that as he was walking toward his house he observed his vehicle rolling in reverse towards his neighbor's driveway. Dumoulin states that the vehicle then rolled into his neighbor's driveway near his neighbors fence. Dumoulin states that the pedestrian was outside near the fence when his vehicle rolled into his neighbor's driveway.Dumoulin states that he did not initially report the crash because he did not believe that his vehicle had come in contact with the pedestrian. Dumoulin states that he then removed the vehicle from his neighbor's driveway and brought it to CJ Auto for salvage. Dumoulin states that when he returned to his residence he became aware that the pedestrian may have been struck by his vehicle and had a minor injury. Dumoulin states that upon hearing this he called NPD. At this time I was met by Nina Levin who is the homeowner of 27 Oak St. Levin stated that she did not observe the crash but a contractor working on her house did. Levin stated that the pedestrian involved was named Lucero Flores-Roman and that Flores-Roman was outside attending to some potted plants when she was hit by the involved vehicle. Levin stated that Flores-Roman received an injury to her left knee. Levin stated that she took photo's after the crash of the involved vehicle and of Flores-Roman's knee. Levin provided me with these photo's which I then submitted to the IT Bureau. Levin provided me with Flores-Romans contact phone number. Dumoulin also provided his insurance information to Levin so that she could relay the information to Flores-Roman. I then spoke with a witness Gleb Andreev who was a carpenter working at 27 Oak St. Andreev states that he was inside of 27 Oak St working on a first floor window facing the driveway. Andreev state he observed the involved vehicle roll into the driveway and come to rest near the pedestrian. Gleb stated he then went out side to assist the pedestrian. Gleb stated he believed the vehicle hit the pedestrian when it rolled into the driveway. At 0230 hrs I was able to speak with the involved pedestrian Lucero Flores-Roman. Flores-Roman states that around 0900hrs today she was in the driveway of 27 Oak St attending to some plants near a wooden fence. Flores-Roman stated that her back was turned towards the area of 25 Oak St, she then on a hunch turned around and observed the involved vehicle in reverse moving towards her. Flores-Roman stated that she turned her body quickly to avoid the vehicle but the vehicle's rear end passengers side made contact with her left knee. Flores-Roman stated that she sustained a minor injury to her left knee which included some bruising and swelling. Flores-Roman states that after crash she did not think she needed an ambulance but wanted to go home to rest her knee. Flores-Roman was then provided with Dumoulin's insurance information. No other injuries reported on scene. Photo's were taken on scene and were submitted to the IT Bureau. On 07/29/2020 I responded to CJ Auto's Salvage Yard located at 43 White Pond Rd Stow, MA which was the present location of the involved vehicle. Upon arrival I observed the involved vehicle which did not appear to have exterior damage. Photo's were taken of the vehicle and were submitted to the IT Bureau. An RMV check of vehicle revealed that a title was issued to Dumoulin on 03/25/2020. The vehicle has not been inspected by a MA inspection station. The vehicle title has been signed over by Dumoulin to CJ Auto for destruction. At this time it is unknown if the crash was caused by mechanical failure with the vehicle or human error.
Keywords:
Crash, Ems, Ped, Phone, Pictures, Walk
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Latitude:
42.3116701
Longitude:
-71.2209795
Location:
Case
number:
Date:
2020-08-06
Time:
10:13
Address:
457 WALNUT ST
Speed
limit:
25
Violation
cited:
no
Narrative:
City of Newton DPW employee Matthew Dagostino stated that on 08/06/2020 at 10:13 hours he was driving a 2007 International 7400 dump truck south bound on Walnut St in the area of number 457. Walnut St is a public way in the city of Newton. Dagostino stated that the truck was equipped with a sander and it's gross weight was appropriately 26,000 lbs. Dagostino stated that his speed was approximately 25 MPH as he drove past 457 Walnut St. Dagostino stated that a vehicle that was travailing south bound in front of his truck MA reg 491DH5 a 2019 Subaru Impreza stopped short . Dagostino stated that the Subaru stopped to let a pedestrian cross the street. Dagostino stated that when the Subaru stopped abruptly it caught him off guard because there was no marked crosswalk in the area. Dagostino stated when the Subaru stopped short he applied the breaks to his truck and had to turn to the left in an attempt to avoid a crash. Dagostino stated that his truck's front passenger side bumper made contact with the Subaru's rear driver's side bumper and tail light. Dagostino's truck had small scrapes to the front passenger side bumper. Nether operator stated that they were injured and the vehicles were not towed.Lev's vehicle had damage to the rear driver's side bumper and tail light . I took photo's of both vehicle and this disk was tuned over to the NPD's It bureau for downloading. Operator of vehicle two Naomi Lev stated that she was driving south bound on Walnut St when she said she was attempting to turn left into Berwick Rd and stopped to let a pedestrian across over Walnut St . It should be noted that Berwick Rd is approximately 1/2 of a mile south of where the crash occurred. Lev stated that she did stop her vehicle to let a pedestrian across just prior to the crash.
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Crash, Crosswalk, Ped, Pictures, Speed
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42.3449976
Longitude:
-71.2077738
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Date:
2020-09-21
Time:
14:46
Address:
88 CHESTNUT ST
Speed
limit:
10
Violation
cited:
yes
Narrative:
On 09/21/20 at 14:46 hours, I (Traffic Unit # 523) responded to the parking lot of 88 Chestnut Street for a motor vehicle accident involving a pedestrian. The weather at the time was 60 degrees ( localconditions.com) and the sky was clear and sunny. The road surface was dry. The parking lot is a thru way that the public use to enter/exit the lot or park there. On arrival at the same time with the Fire and Medics, I observed a female laying in the middle of the lot facing down on her back. A small red and gray CVS like type shopping carriage was knocked over and resting on it's side in front of the victim's head. The carriage was moved to the side in order to tend to the victim I also observed a black Honda Civic bearing MA reg.# 3741TW that was involved in the accident. The Honda was out of the parking spot resting approximately two feet away from the pedestrian's legs. I then spoke to the pedestrian identified as Darla Gipson in the rear of the ambulance. She sustained an abrasion to her front left shoulder and arm area which I observed. She also complained of left knee and elbow pain. She stated that she walking through the middle of the parking lot pushing the carriage by the door entrance in a westerly direction towards Chestnut Street. She states that she never saw a vehicle backing up and then she was suddenly struck and believes she was pushed underneath the vehicle. She was then transported to Newton Wellesley Hospital by Cataldo Ambulance. I then spoke to the operator of the Honda Civic identified as Linda Burke (MA S70320414). Ms. Burke was parked in the first spot to the right of the walkway that leads to the entrance/exit doorway. I asked her what occurred and she stated that she was backing her vehicle up to exit the parking lot when she looked behind her not seeing anything in sight. She then started backing up and struck the pedestrian without realizing it. She says the driver of a green cab and his female customer who were no longer on scene were yelling at her to stop her vehicle because the pedestrian was underneath it. She then stopped her vehicle. I observed minor scrapes to the entire rear bumper of the vehicle so it is unknown where it actually struck the pedestrian/carriage. I observed no obvious signs of damage to the carriage. It should be noted that Ms. Burke's Honda does not have a back up camera or back up sensors. There are no surveillance cameras to the apartment complex and no witnesses came forward for the accident. As a result of the investigation, Ms. Burke will be issued Uniform Citation # T1271069 for Newton City Ordinance 19-75 Failure To Use Care in Backing. Digital photos were taken by me of the scene.
Keywords:
Citation, Crash, Ems, Fire, Hospital, Ped, Pictures, Solar, Walk
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42.3471253
Longitude:
-71.2239859
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Date:
2020-10-07
Time:
11:40
Address:
791 WALNUT ST
Speed
limit:
5
Violation
cited:
no
Narrative:
On Wednesday, October 7th 2020 while in N526 I responded to 791 Walnut Street the Newton Cemetery Corp for a motor vehicle accident involving a pedestrian. At the time of the accident the weather was sunny and the road surface was dry. The accident occurred inside the cemetery on the public way by the entrance. Upon arrival I spoke with the pedestrian identified as Tova Goldring. Tova stated she was walking in the roadway when she was struck by MV1. Tova stated MV1 was turning left onto the road that leads to the exit and when she realized the operator was not stopping she put out both her hands and made contact with the hood of MV1. Tova stated the impact caused her to fall to the ground and roll into a grassy area next to the road. Tova had minor scrapes from the accident and signed a patient refusal. The operator of MV1 identified as Antonio Domenico Ricci was on scene and his primary language was Italian. I was able to contact his daughter, Daniela Boccia who arrived on scene and translated Antonio's statements. Antonio stated he was turning left onto the main road that leads to the exit of the cemetery and had his left signal activated. Antonio states the sun was glaring into his eyes and made it hard for him to see. Antonio stated he took the left turn and never saw the pedestrian. Antonio states he heard a thud on his hood and stopped the vehicle and that is when he realized he had struck a pedestrian. Antonio was not injured and there was no damage to his vehicle. Pictures of the scene and Tova's injuries were taken by Officer Wilson and submitted to the IT Bureau. Daniela took possession of MV1 and drove Antonio to his residence.
Keywords:
Crash, Ped, Pictures, Solar, Walk
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Latitude:
42.333885
Longitude:
-71.2079645
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Case
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Date:
2020-12-03
Time:
12:40
Address:
483 CENTRE ST
Speed
limit:
25
Violation
cited:
no
Narrative:
On 12/3/2020 at 1400hrs I investigated a past motor vehicle crash involving a pedestrian. The crash occurred on 12/03/2020 at approximately 1240hrs. The crash was located in the area of 483 Centre St. Centre St is a public way in the city of Newton. Vehicle 1 was traveling southbound on Centre St near the area of 483 Centre St. Pedestrian 1 was located on the southbound side of Centre St near 483 Centre St. Pedestrian entered the southbound lane of Centre St and was struck by Vehicle 1. As a result of the impact Pedestrian 1 sustained a minor injury to his left leg. Vehicle 1 had no known damage. No parties were transported. No tow was required. It should be noted that the crash was reported by the Operator of Vehicle 1 Daniel Zandman at approximately 1400hrs. Zandman states that he was operating his Vehicle southbound on Centre St just after the intersection at Church St. Zandman states that Pedestrian 1 unexpectedly ran in front of his vehicle. Zandman stated that he did not have enough reaction time to come to a complete stop and his front bumper made contact with Pedestrian 1. Zandman stated that after impact he immediately got out of his vehicle and checked on Pedestrian 1. Zandman described pedestrian on as a 10 year old white male identified as Dexter Jagoditish. Zandman stated that while on scene Dexter called his mother Jess Jagoditish who immediately responded to the scene. Zandman stated that he exchanged information with Jess Jagoditish who then took Dexter home. Zandman states that a witness Mia Martin was also on scene. At approximately 1425hrs I called and spoke to Dexter and his mother Jess Jagoditish. Dexter states that he was walking on the sidewalk near 483 Centre St. Dexter states that he wanted to cross Centre St and thought there were no cars coming. Dexter stated that he entered the southbound lane of Centre St and a car came out of no where and hit him. I then spoke to Jess Jagoditish who is Dexter's mother. Jess stated that she received a call from Dexter around 1240hrs stating he was just hit by a car. Jess stated that when she arrived on scene Dexter was with Zandman and a witness Mia Martin. Jess stated that both Zandman and Martin explained them what had happened. Jess stated that Dexter appeared to be ok so she decided to take him home. Jess states that at this time Dexter has a bruise on his left calf but otherwise appears to be ok. At 1551hrs I spoke with the witness Mia Martin. Martin states that just prior to the crash she was walking her dog behind Dexter. Martin states that "out of nowhere" Dexter sprinted into the southbound lane of Centre St. Mia states that she then observed Vehicle 1 attempt to slow down and swerve to the lest to avoid Dexter. Mia states that the passenger side front bumper then made contact with Dexter. Mia states at impact Vehicle 1 was traveling at a very slow speed. Mia states that Dexter was then knocked on to the ground but then immediately jumped up and started to run away. Mia states that both she and Zandman were able to get Dexter to comeback so that they could check to see if he was ok. Mia states that Dexter was then able to contact his mom who responded on scene. Due to this crash being reported after the fact, Fire, EMS or Police where not initially notified and did not respond to the scene. Pictures were also not taken of the crash scene. At this time this report is for documentation purposes. After speaking with all the parties involved it appears that the crash was caused by Pedestrian 1 entering the roadway in a manner which gave Vehicle 1 little or no time to react.
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Crash, Ems, Fire, Ped, Pictures, Speed, Walk
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Latitude:
42.3540168
Longitude:
-71.1866673
Location:
Case
number:
Date:
2021-02-16
Time:
22:45
Address:
241 CHURCH ST
Speed
limit:
25
Violation
cited:
no
Narrative:
The operator of Vehicle #1 stated that she slid into the fence at 234 Church St as she attempted to navigate the bend in the road. The collision damaged a fence at 234 Church St, as well as a crosswalk sign at the intersection of Church St, and Oakland St. The sign and fence were moved to the side of the pedestrian way as best as it could, and the city was notified to remove the debris. The owner of the property, Mr. Steven Carter, was made aware. The vehicle sustained front end damage. The operator declined medical attention when it was offered.
Keywords:
Crosswalk, Ped
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Swerving
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42.3549706
Longitude:
-71.1891781
Location:
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Date:
2021-03-09
Time:
15:37
Address:
21 PARKER ST
Speed
limit:
30
Violation
cited:
no
Narrative:
Operator of MV1 states he was traveling southbound on Parker Street when an unknown vehicle in front of him came to an abrupt stop, which he applied his brakes and MV2 rear ended MV1. Operator of MV1 complained of back pain and was evaluated by the medics with a signed patient refusal. MV1 was disabled and sustained damage to the read end. MV1 was towed from the scene. Operator of MV2 states he was traveling southbound on Parker Street when MV1 came to an abrupt stop and MV2 rear ended MV1. Operator of MV2 states he witnessed a pedestrian crossing the street in the crosswalk, which is most likely why the unknown vehicle came to a stop. Operator of MV2 was evaluated by the medics for injuries and signed a patient refusal. MV2 was disabled and sustained front end damage. MV2 was towed from the scene.
Keywords:
Crosswalk, Ped
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Followed too closely
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Latitude:
42.326654
Longitude:
-71.194141
Location:
Case
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Date:
2021-05-13
Time:
13:53
Address:
55 CHAPEL ST
Speed
limit:
25
Violation
cited:
no
Narrative:
On Thursday May 13th, 2021 at approximately 1353 hours myself and several units responded 55 Chapel Street for a motor vehicle that struck a pedestrian. At the time of the accident the weather was sunny and the road surface was dry. Chapel Street is a public way owned and maintained by the City of Newton. Upon arrival Fire and medical personnel were attempting to remove the pedestrian from underneath the vehicle as her right leg was stuck in the undercarriage. Fire and medics were able to successfully free the pedestrian from the vehicle and render medical attention. The pedestrian was identified as Beth Herr ( S58524067) and it was determined that she was also the owner of the vehicle involved. I spoke to witness Joe Shields who stated he was outside his house located at 56 Chapel Street when his attention was brought to a blue SUV that was unoccupied moving backwards down Chapel Street. Joe stated he first witnessed the operator of the motor vehicle pull up to the UPS drop box located on the sidewalk across the street from his house. He stated he saw the female operator step out of the vehicle and drop off a package. Next he saw the vehicle start to roll backwards and the female operator opened the drivers side door and attempted to pull the emergency break. He stated the vehicle overtook her and she fell to the ground with her foot stuck under the car. Joe states he heard her yell and saw her get dragged by the vehicle to the opposite side of the street where the vehicle was stopped by the curb. Joe stated he tried to assist the woman but she was yelling in pain and he did not want to cause more injury so he waited for help to arrive. Witness Robyn Preston stated she was walking on Chapel Street when she saw the blue SUV rolling backwards with no one inside the vehicle. She states she then saw a woman try to stop the vehicle but she got dragged underneath the vehicle to its final resting place. Robyn stated she stayed on scene until help arrived. I was able to speak with Beth inside the ambulance prior to being transported to the hospital. Beth was conscious and alert but in a considerable amount of pain and discomfort. I asked her what happened to which she stated she drove her blue Toyota Rav4 MA REG: 1FHM53 to the UPS drop box located in the area of 55 Chapel Street. She stated she thought she put the vehicle in park but must not have as it started to roll backwards when she got out of the car. She states she tried to stop the car by opening the drivers side door and attempting to pull the emergency break. The car over took her and she was dragged to the ground with her right foot stuck underneath the vehicle. She was dragged across the street where the vehicle was finally stopped by a curb. Beth sustained minor scrapes and road rash on various parts of her body and her right leg was injured. Fallon medics transported her to the Brigham & Womens Hospital to be treated. Her husband was contacted using Beth's cell phone and notified of the accident. Captain Boudreau and I were able to drive her vehicle to her residence at 50 Broadway Street, Newton. Her vehicle was left parked outside her house and her car keys were left with her husband who was inside the residence. The vehicle did not sustain any damage. Pictures of the scene were taken and submitted to the IT Bureau. I will be following up with Beth at the hospital to check on her status. On Friday May 14th at 0900 hours I spoke with Beth on the phone. She stated she is home from the hospital and doing much better. She states she has right leg pain and road rash from the accident.
Keywords:
Crash, Ems, Fire, Hospital, Ped, Phone, Pictures, Solar, Walk
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Latitude:
42.3635788
Longitude:
-71.2024982
Location:
Case
number:
Date:
2021-05-17
Time:
13:23
Address:
160 BOYLSTON ST
Speed
limit:
25
Violation
cited:
no
Narrative:
On Monday, May 17, 2021 I responded to the parking lot entrance of the Avalon at Chestnut Hill (160 Boylston Street, Newton) for a report of a motor vehicle/pedestrian crash. The weather at the time of the crash was clear and sunny. The road surface was dry. Boylston Street is a public way in the City of Newton. I spoke with the operator of MV1, Mr. Joshua Champion (SA1310472). Mr. Champion stated he was operating his 2013 Lincoln MKS (MA: VT41980) while attempting to exit the Avalon parking lot at the Boylston Street (E) off ramp. Mr. Champion stated he was monitoring the traffic to merge and as he started to make his right turn his vehicle crashed into the left side of a pedestrian in the roadway. Mr. Champion stated he did not see the pedestrian as he was making his turn. I observed no damage to the area where the pedestrian made contact with the car. Photos were taken and submitted to the IT Bureau. The injured pedestrian, Mrs. Joan Contompasis, stated she was walking on Boylston Street (W) with her husband. Mrs. Contompasis stated she entered the roadway from off the sidewalk to cross the Avalon parking lot exit and continue on Boylston Street. Mrs. Contompasis stated she believed MV1 had stopped to allow her and her husband to cross. Mrs. Contompasis stated the vehicle then accelerated and it's front passenger side bumper area crashed into her left side. Mrs. Contompasis fell to the roadway. Mrs. Contompasis was transported to Newton Wellesley Hospital for injuries to her right foot and knee. I spoke with a witness to the crash, Mr. Michl Contompasis. Mr.Contompasis stated he was walking with his wife Joan on Boylston Street (W). Mr. Contompasis stated he was walking just ahead of his wife as they crossed the Avalon at Chestnut Hill exit at Rt. 9. Mr. Contompasis stated he observed a black sedan to his left as he crossed. Mr. Contompasis stated he believed the operator was not paying attention as he exited the parking lot and the vehicle accelerated into his wife's left side.
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Crash, Hospital, Ped, Pictures, Solar, Walk
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Latitude:
42.3195309
Longitude:
-71.1736296
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Date:
2021-06-14
Time:
13:58
Address:
248 PARK STREET
Speed
limit:
25
Violation
cited:
no
Narrative:
On Monday, June 14, 2021 while assigned to Traffic unit N525, I responded to the intersection of Park Street and Alba Circle for a report of a motor vehicle crash involving a pedestrian. The weather at the time of the crash was overcast with light rain. The road surface at the location of the crash was wet. Park Street and Alba Circle are public ways maintained by the City of Newton. Park Street supports two way travel (N, S) with no marked divider to indicate travel lanes. I spoke with the operator of the 2013 Nissan Juke (MA: 137LX7) involved in the crash, Ms. Cynthia Cowan (S59504510). Ms. Cowan stated she was traveling on Park Street (N) towards Alba Circle. Ms. Cowan stated ahead of her there was a large landscaping truck (MA CON: X1515, 2001 Ford DRWSUP) parked on the right side of the roadway and blocking her lane of travel. Ms. Cowan stated she looked ahead of the landscaping truck and did not see any traffic coming towards her in the opposite lane. Ms. Cowan stated she entered the opposite lane of travel (S) to pass the parked landscaping truck and continue down Park Street. Ms. Cowan stated as she was traveling past the front of the landscaping truck, she crashed into a standing mower that had entered the roadway. Ms. Cowan stated the mower entered the roadway from in front of the parked landscaping truck. Ms. Cowan stated because of her obstructed view from the landscaping truck, she did not see the mower until it was too late. Ms. Cowan stated she stopped her vehicle and observed the operator of the mower on the sidewalk in front of 248 Park Street. I observed damage to the front passenger fender/bumper/wheel area with airbag deployment from the driver seat. I also observed yellow paint transfer on the front bumper area consistant with the color of the mower involved. MV1 was removed from the roadway by Tody's Towing. Ms. Cowan signed a patient refusal with Newton Medics and walked home from the crash site. The other party involved in the crash is a landscaper for 4 Seasons Services. I observed a yellow Wright Standing Mower 52" resting on the side of the roadway in the Northbound lane. The mower has significant damage to its front portion. 4 Seasons Services removed the mower from the roadway. A worker on scene estimated the value of the mower to be $11,000.00. Photos were taken of the mower, MV1, and the roadway and submited to the IT Bureau. The injured party, Mr. Louis Padilla-Gonzalez (S32927586), was transported to Newton Wellesley Hospital for a left shoulder injury and an injury to the left side of his face. I spoke with Mr. Padilla-Gonzalez in the emergency room with the assitance of a language translation service set up by the nursing staff there. Mr. Padilla-Gonzalez stated he was operating the standing mower and left the sidewalk into the road. Mr. Padilla-Gonzalez stated he drove by the front of the parked landscaping truck and when he got into the street he saw a car coming towards him fast. Mr. Padilla-Gonzalez stated he tried to reverse the mower and get out of the way, but he could not because of the wet roadway. Mr. Padilla-Gonzalez stated he was hit by MV1 and thrown from the mower to the street. After speaking with Ms. Cowan and Mr. Padilla-Gonzalez, it appears both parties had their view of the roadway obstructed due to where the 4 Seasons Services landscaping truck (MA CON: X1515) was parked. I did not observe any posted parking restrictions where the vehicle was parked, but due to the size of the vehicle it did take up the entire Northbound travel lane in front of 248 Park Street. The location of the parked landscaping truck and the wet road surface contributed to the crash. There were no witnesses to the crash.
Keywords:
Airbag, Crash, Hospital, Ped, Pictures, Rain, Walk
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42.3484979
Longitude:
-71.1826571
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Date:
2021-07-19
Time:
09:32
Address:
1087 COMMONWEALTH AVENUE
Speed
limit:
25
Violation
cited:
no
Narrative:
On Monday, July 19, 2021, while assigned to Traffic unit N525, I responded to the area of Commonwealth Avenue and Lowell Avenue, Newton for a report of a MVA/Pedestrian crash. Commonwealth Avenue and Lowell Avenue are both public ways maintained by the City of Newton. The weather at the time of the crash was overcast with light rain. The road surface at the time of the crash was wet. Feeney Brothers Utilities has been performing gas repair services at this intersection for the past month and they have had a paid Newton Police Detail with them during their service. The detail presented itself as follows on my arrival. There was service being conducted in the northbound lane of Lowell Avenue in-between the Commonwealth Avenue carriage roads. A large trench was present in the northbound lane that made the roadway impassible. Traffic was permitted to travel down the southbound lane of Lowell Avenue towards Commonwealth Avenue for the detail. Access to Lowell Avenue from Commonwealth Avenue was prohibited. The northbound lane was blocked by orange construction cones and road closed signs. There was also no access to the Commonwealth Avenue carriage roads at this location. Both of these roadways were closed with orange construction cones and caution tape. There was also caution tape and orange construction cones restricting access to a walkway that traveled from Commonwealth Avenue to its carriage road just after Lowell Avenue (E). I also observed a "Sidewalk Closed" sign posted on the walkway. I spoke with Officer Gabriel of the Newton Police Department. Officer Gabriel stated he was working a paid detail for Feeney Brothers at this location. Officer Gabriel stated he had just assisted two female parties cross Commonwealth Avenue (E) at Lowell Avenue. Officer Gabriel stated a short time later, he heard a scream and observed two female parties laying on the roadway on the opposite side of Commonwealth Avenue in the carriage road. Officer Gabriel immediately contacted Newton Police Dispatch via his portable radio and requested aid for the injured parties. Prior to my arrival, Officer Gabriel stated one of the pedestrians was transported to Newton Wellesley Hospital with a head injury. I spoke with one of the pedestrians involved in the crash, Ms. April Stein. Ms. Stein stated she was walking in the carriage road of Commonwealth Avenue (E) towards Lowell Avenue with her friend Sarah Kish. Ms. Stein stated when they got to Lowell Avenue there was work being done in the roadway, and a Police Officer assisted them with crossing the area. Ms. Stein stated they then re-entered the carriage road when they crossed Lowell Avenue. Ms. Stein stated they were walking along the edge of the roadway when they were hit by a front loader. Ms. Stein stated they fell to the roadway due to the collision. Ms. Stein stated she did not hear or see the front loader backing up towards them and did not notice it because they were having an "intense conversation". Ms. Stein reported no injuries and signed a patient refusal with Fallon Medics. I asked Ms. Stein if she had transportation to her residence. Ms. Stein stated she would walk home. I spoke with the operator of the front loader involved in the crash, Mr. Mark Mannion (S91049325). Mr. Mannion is an employee of Feeney Brothers Utilities and stated he was operating a 2015 Case Loader (MA CON: R99118) at the time of the crash. Mr. Mannion stated he was backing up the loader down the Commonwealth Avenue carriage road (E) from Lowell Avenue. Mr. Mannion stated he was going to get a load of fill from a pile of dirt on the side of the road inside the marked off work area. Mr. Mannion stated as he was backing up, he was looking over his right should behind him to make sure there were no obstacles in his way. Mr. Mannion stated his emergency backing alarm was activated while he was backing up. Mr. Mannion stated he noticed something enter the roadway to his right side and immediately slammed on his brake. Mr. Mannion stated then heard a scream and saw 2 female parties on the ground. Mr. Mannion stated he exited the loader and checked on the welfare of the two women. Mr. Mannion's CDL License, Vehicle Registration, and Hoisting License are all active. I asked Mr. Mannion to put the vehicle in reverse to assess if the emergency backing alarm was functioning properly. Mr. Mannion was cooperative and while reversing the vehicle the emergency backing alarm was functioning properly in my presence. I asked Mr. Mannion if the loader had moved since it was brought to a stop due to the crash. Mr. Mannions stated it had not moved. I observed this vehicle to be within the parameters of the work zone that was taped off. The vehicle at this time was released back to Feeney Brothers. Photos were taken of the work site and loader and submitted to the IT Bureau. I responded to Newton Wellesley Hospital and spoke with Ms. Sarah Kish (S85088490) in the Emergency Room. Ms. Kish stated she was walking down the Commonwealth Avenue carriage road (E) towards Lowell Avenue with her friend April Stein. Ms. Kish stated a Police Officer assisted them with crossing Lowell Avenue via the crosswalk located on Commonwealth Avenue. Ms. Kish stated after they crossed Lowell Avenue, they walked to the carriage road. Ms. Kish stated as they were walking, she was hit from behind by a front loader in the roadway. Ms. Kish stated she did not hear or see the front loader and believes the bucket hit her in the head. Ms. Kish stated she fell to the roadway. Ms. Kish was transported to Newton Wellesley Hospital for her injuries. Ms. Kish stated at this moment, she had some lacerations to her back and head, and her left shoulder/neck/back area was sore. I asked Ms. Kish how often she walks that particular route. Ms. Kish stated 5 times a week. Ms. Kish stated there was nothing in place to restrict her access down to the carriage road after she crossed Lowell Avenue. I spoke with a witness to the crash via telephone, Ms. Megan Boitano. Ms. Boitano stated she was traveling on Lowell Avenue (N) towards Commonwealth Avenue. Ms. Boitano stated she was stopped at the light right next to the trench that was in the northbound lane of Lowell Avenue. Ms. Boitano stated she observed two women crossing Lowell Avenue at Commonwealth Avenue in front of her. Ms. Boitano stated she then observed a heavy piece of construction equipment approaching the trench to her left at a high rate of speed. Ms. Boitano stated it startled her as the front loader dumped dirt into the trench. Ms. Boitano stated she then observed the front loader back down the carriage road at a high rate of speed towards a dirt pile. Ms. Boitano stated she observed the two women that just crossed Lowell Avenue in the roadway behind the front loader. Ms. Boitano stated she lost sight of the women, and then observed the front portion of the front loader aggressively shake. Ms. Boitano stated she then observed one of the women walk around from the side of the front loader holding her head. As presented while investigating this crash, the Feeny Brothers work site appeared to be properly set up to mitigate a potential safety incident with ample cones, barriers, caution tape, and signage. There was also a police detail present to assist with pedestrian travel. The area of the work zone where the pedestrans entered from Commonwealth Avenue after crossing Lowell Avenue was taped off with caution tape and a sidewalk closed sign was present. The crash happened inside the work zone parameters.
Keywords:
Crash, Crosswalk, Hospital, Ped, Pictures, Rain, Speed, Walk
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42.3384414
Longitude:
-71.2113856
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Date:
2021-07-26
Time:
16:51
Address:
CHESTNUT ST.
Speed
limit:
25
Violation
cited:
no
Narrative:
On 7/26/21 I was working N495 when I was traveling northbound on Chestnut St. at Pineridge Rd. I observed a 2 car MVA. I spoke with both parties who stated they were uninjured. The operator of Veh 1 Steven Pierce stated he was traveling southbound on Chestnut St. when a pedestrian attempted to cross the road. Pierce stated he slowed down to allow the pedestrian to cross when he was rear ended by Veh 2. I spoke with the operator of Veh 2 Rielly Fitzgerald who stated he was traveling southbound on Chestnut St. when he reached down to get his water. Rielly stated when he looked back on the road the vehicle in front of him had come to stop. Reilly attempted to come to a stop but collided with Veh 1. Both parties were provided a report number. Veh 2 was towed by Todys.
Keywords:
Ped
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Distracted
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42.3307093
Longitude:
-71.2247899
Location:
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Date:
2021-08-07
Time:
08:40
Address:
266 NEVADA ST
Speed
limit:
25
Violation
cited:
no
Narrative:
On August 7th, 2021 at approximately 08:40 hours while working N491, I along with NFD and Fallon ambulance responded to #266 Nevada St for a report of a MV crash involving a pedestrian. On my arrival the fire and medics were speaking with the pedestrian that was struck. He identified himself as SEAN DAZET, DOB 04/3/81, #28 Ashmont Ave, Newton. He stated while walking on the sidewalk with his dog S/B on Nevada St he observed a vehicle backing out a driveway to #266 Nevada St. He said the vehicle was probably ten feet away from him when he yelled out to the driver but the vehicle was already on him. Mr DAZET unable to retreat out of the way put up his left hand to brace for the impact. Mr DAZET was then struck from the vehicles passenger side rear bumper. He was knocked back but never fell to the ground. Mr DAZET reported the vehicle backing out was going he estimated between 5/10 miles per hour prior to the crash. Mr DAZET reported to the medics he was experiencing left hip and left shoulder pain. However he signed a patient refusal. I spoke with the operator of involved vehicle identified as Patrick Alvarez. He stated while he was backing out from the driveway to #266 Nevada St his vehicle made contact with the pedestrian. He further stated he never saw the person walking past the driveway as he was backing up until he heard him yelling out. He immediately stopped his vehicle. The accident was a low impact crash. Mr DAZET was given the operator's information along with his insurance in case he had to seek further treatment for his non visible injuries. Finally Mr DAZET did indicate he probably will follow up with his primary care doctor on Monday. There was no damage to the involved vehicle.
Keywords:
Crash, Ems, Fire, Ped, Walk
Dcc:
Inattention
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Latitude:
42.3600689
Longitude:
-71.207188
Location:
Case
number:
Date:
2021-09-01
Time:
09:25
Address:
797 BEACON ST
Speed
limit:
10
Violation
cited:
yes
Narrative:
On Wednesday, September 1, 2021, while assigned to Traffic unit N525, I responded to the Newton Centre Municipal Parking Lot (797 Beacon Street, Newton) for a report of a motor vehicle crash involving a pedestrian with a potential head injury. The weather at the time of the crash was cloudy and overcast. The road surface at the time of the crash was dry. The Newton Centre Municipal Parking Lot is open for public travel and use and is maintained by the City of Newton I spoke with the operator of the 2016 Audi 32 (MA: 4PL345) involved in the crash, Mr. Peter Schiller (S26414610). Mr. Schiller stated he entered the Newton Centre lot from Langley Road and made a right turn to enter the back row of parking stalls. Mr. Schiller stated he then took a left turn into the parking area to look for a spot. Mr. Schiller stated he did not see the pedestrian in the roadway in time and his vehicle's front end crashed into the pedestrian. Mr. Schiller estimated the crash happened right near the first car parked in the row closest to where he entered. I showed Mr. Schiller the believed area of impact was actually 3 car stalls in, and the crash occurred in the middle of the travel way. I asked Mr. Schiller if he has any medical conditions or takes any medication that would effect his ability to operator a motor vehicle. Mr. Schiller stated he does not. Mr. Schiller reported no injuries as a result of the crash. I observed very minor damage to the front hood/bumper/fender area of his vehicle from where the crash took place. I did observe soil covering the hood area. The injured pedestrian was carrying a plant with soil in the pot. I asked Mr. Schiller if he could recall where he made contact with the pedestrian or how the pedestrian ended up in front of his vehicle. Mr. Schiller stated he thought the injured pedestrian was running towards his car when the made his turn. I spoke with a witness that remained on scene, Mr. Nicholas Ryland. Mr. Ryland stated he was walking in the Newton Centre lot while pushing his daughter in her stroller. Mr. Ryland stated he observed MV1 enter the lot from Langley Road and took the right turn into the lot at a high rate of speed. Mr. Ryland stated he stopped with the stroller next to the first vehicle parked in the roadway where the last parking stalls begin. The MV1's driver side operated past Mr. Ryland's left side, took a left turn, and then Mr. Ryland stated he heard the crash. The crash took place in the middle of the roadway in between the parking stalls to the East and West of MV1. I responded to Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston to follow up with the pedestrian injured in the crash, Ms. Sophia Alexandridies (S49399467). Ms. Alexandridies was transported to the emergency department by Fallon Medics with multiple injuries including a head injury. Due to Ms. Alexandridies's injuries, I was unable to obtain a statement from her about the events of the crash. I spoke with Ms. Alexandridies's daughter, Christina, in the emergency department. Christina stated Ms. Alexandridies suffered a head injury, along with possible broken ribs and an injury to her left shoulder. Most of the injuries reported are on Ms. Alexandridies's left side, the presumed area of impact with the vehicle. Due to the circumstances of this crash, and Mr. Schiller being involved in another surchargeable crash on April 28, 2021, a Request for Immediate Threat License Suspension was submitted to the Registry of Motor Vehicles at DCUImmediateThreat@massmail.state.ma.us. Mr. Schiller is also being cited with Massachusetts Uniform Citation 119853AB for Newton City Ordinance Chapter 19, Section 75 (Fail To Use Care). On September 2, 2021, I contacted Mr. Schiller to provide him with additional information about the crash. Mr. Schiller stated he did not realize Ms. Alexandridies was injuried in the crash. Mr. Schiller also stated he has no recollection of being involved in a crash in April. Mr. Schiller was advised to contact his insurance company to inquire about his last crash. Photos were taken of the area and MV1 and submitted to the IT Bureau. I canvassed the area for survellance footage of the crash with a negative result.
Keywords:
Citation, Crash, Hospital, Ped, Pictures, Speed, Walk
Dcc:
Inattention
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Latitude:
42.330592
Longitude:
-71.1937337
Location:
Case
number:
Date:
2021-09-23
Time:
16:08
Address:
140 COMMONWEALTH AVE
Speed
limit:
25
Violation
cited:
no
Narrative:
BCPD1 was exiting BC Property at 140 Commonwealth ave, the officers sight line was obstructed by the car in front who swerved to avoid the pedestrian in the roadway. BC PD Officer states he had no time to react to the pedestrian in front of him. BC PD Officer attended to the pedestrian and did not stop the motor vehicle in front of him that failed to yield to the pedestrian in the roadway. It should be noted that there are stairs leading from Commonwealth carriage Rd to Commonwealth ave, but there is not pedestrian crossing in the roadway. Pedestrian stated she was coming down the stairs and trying to cross over Commonwealth ave to get onto BC campus. Pedestrian was medically evaluated by BC Ambulance and signed a patient refusal.
Keywords:
Ems, Ped
Dcc:
Unknown
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url:
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Latitude:
42.3361186
Longitude:
-71.1692165
Location:
Case
number:
Date:
2021-09-27
Time:
15:35
Address:
276 RIVER ST
Speed
limit:
25
Violation
cited:
yes
Narrative:
Operator 1 states he was operating MV1 east on River Street. Operator 1 stated he had to stop quickly for pedestrians in the cross walk at 276 River Street. At this time MV2 crashed into the rear of MV1. The operator of MV2 states he was traveling east on River Street when MV1 stopped abruptly in front of him and he crashed into MV1. The operator of MV2 stated he witnessed the operator driving MV1 and the operator of MV1 stated he was operating MV1 which is registered to him. When I arrived on scene both vehicles where facing east on River Street. The keys were in the ignition of MV1 and it was still running. River Street is a public way in the City of Newton. No reported injuries. MV1 was towed from the scene. Citation issued to Operator of MV1 for MGL 90/10 no license.
Keywords:
Citation, Crash, Ped, Walk
Dcc:
Followed too closely
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url:
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Latitude:
42.3562172
Longitude:
-71.2371959
Location:
Case
number:
Date:
2021-10-15
Time:
08:32
Address:
1200 BEACON ST
Speed
limit:
25
Violation
cited:
no
Narrative:
Mv#1 operator stated she was travelling on Beacon St E/B in the area of #1200 when she stated she briefly looked down to touch a button on her front dash. At that time, #1 rear ended Mv#2 which in turn rear ended Mv#3. #1 operator signed a patient refusal. #1 sustained significant front end damaage and was able to be driven from the scene. #2 operator was slowing to a stop behind #3 when he was rear ended and pushed forward between both Mv's. #2 operator appeared to be significantly shaken up from impact and was transported by medics with unknown or any injuries. #2 sustained heavy rear end and front end damage, towed by Tody's. #3 operator stated he came to a stop on Beacon St E/B to allow a pedestrian to cross in a marked crosswalk when he was rear ended by #2. #3 operator signed a patient refusal. #3 sustained significant rear end damage and was able to be driven from the scene. Pedestrian/witness stated she was crossing in the crosswalk when the collision occurred. Pedestrian was not injured.
Keywords:
Crash, Crosswalk, Ped
Dcc:
Inattention, Distracted
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url:
Image
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Latitude:
42.3311133
Longitude:
-71.2132723
Location:
Case
number:
Date:
2021-10-15
Time:
08:27
Address:
139 BRANDEIS RD
Speed
limit:
25
Violation
cited:
yes
Narrative:
On 10/19/21 at 08:30 hours, Sgt. Wade notified me that he received an email regarding a motor vehicle accident involving a pedestrian/student that occurred on 10/15/21 between the hours of 08:20am and 08:35am. The crash was never reported by the operator of the vehicle or the student/pedestrian. Approximately two hours later, the student went to the nurse's office seeking assistance for neck pain which is how the school became aware. This crash occurred in the marked crosswalk on Brandeis Road in front of Newton South High School which is located at 139 Brandeis Road. The weather at the time was 63 degrees with mostly cloudy and sunny conditions (wunderground.com). Brandeis Road is a two way roadway divided by an unprotected median that runs east and westbound. In front of the school there is a marked crosswalk in the roadway. There is also a one way driveway near the main entrance of the school with parking stalls and parents can drop their children off there on the right side of the driveway. The driveway then leads back out to Brandeis Road. Right after you exit the lot there is the above mentioned crosswalk to the left of the driveway which is very visible with nothing obstructing your view. On arrival, I spoke to the Dean of the school named Charlie Myette. Mr. Myette brought me to his office and started looking at the school's video surveillance system. He also requested that the student/pedestrian involved to report to his office. The student was identified as Tsukasa Iinishi. I asked Mr. Iinishi what had occurred and he stated that he was walking to school on the morning of 10/15/21. He says that he was wearing a pink hoody sweatshirt with gray shorts. He was walking through the woods which is across the street from the school which exit out to Brandeis Road. He says that he waited at the crosswalk and let two vehicles go westbound by him. He then thought it was clear to proceed and started walking. At the tail end of the crosswalk he was struck by a red colored Toyota Prius which exited left from the driveway and was on the left side of the roadway. He was struck on the left side of his body and he says that he used his left hand to brace himself against the hood and that's when the Prius stopped. He says that the operator of the Prius asked him if he was okay and he replied that he was. He then kept walking toward the school. The operator then continued on it's way without providing any information or notifying us. He described the operator as an Asian female with black hair approximately 40 to 50 yrs in age. During this time, Mr. Myette was able to find surveillance video of the crash. There are two camera angles. One shows the driveway along with the walkway of the school building. The other one shows the same but it also overlooks out in to Brandeis Road. The view of the road is partially blocked from the parked cars in the lot. The video shows a red colored Toyota Prius pull in to the driveway of the school. An Asian female student wearing a white long sleeve shirt with green lettering and dark colored jeans exits the passenger front of the Prius and eventually enters the school. The Prius then pulls out and goes toward the left side of the driveway around other vehicles waiting to exit. At 08:27 hours, the Prius pulls out angling towards the left side of the driveway going around other vehicles waiting to exit. The Prius then exits the lot on the left side (wrong side) of the roadway and makes contact with the pedestrian. In the video you cannot see the front hood area of the car, but you see Iinishi's torso bend towards the vehicle on impact. It shows the Prius stopped there for approximately ten seconds and then it drives away. In the video you are not able to see the registration plate number. Mr. Myette is going to send the photo of the student dropped off in the Prius to his staff to have her identified so I can follow up with the operator. On 10/21/21, I received an email from Mr. Myette stating that some of his staff has not come forward on the identification of the student. He stated that he would now send a message out to a larger group of staff to see if he gets a response. He also attempted to enhance the registration plate using the surveillance software but the plate is still too blurry to make out. On 10/25/21 at approximately 08:40 hours, I went over to Newton South High School to see if I could locate the red Toyota Prius involved in the crash. As I was driving on Olde Field Road approaching Brandeis Road near the school, I observed a red Prius approximately four cars ahead of me in heavy school traffic. Eventually, I observed the Prius pull in to the drop off driveway of the school and drop an Asian female student off. I identified her as the same student that got out of Prius prior to the past accident on 10/15/21. The operator was an Asian female which appeared to be in her late forties. After, the Prius exits the lot on to Brandeis Road and I flagged her down. I had her pull in to the parking lot across the street from the school. I asked her if she was involved in a accident with a student on the morning of 10/15/21 to which she replied that she was. She was identified as Xiaojin Liu through her MA Driver's License # S49033927. She was operating a 2010 Toyota Prius bearing MA reg.# 8JY630. I asked her what occurred and she stated that she was exiting the driveway of the school to turn left on to Brandeis Road. She says that she has a habit to think that no one is ever walking through the crosswalk and thought it was clear to proceed. She turned and then saw the student crossing and attempted to stop but was not able to in time. She then bumped the student with the front of her vehicle. She says that she stopped and asked the student if he was ok several times and he stated that he was. The student then walked away and she says that she did not know what else to do. I advised her that she should of gave her information to the student, notify the school, or call us to which she understood. I issued MA Uniform Citation # 172129AB to Ms. Liu for Ch. 90/24/A Leaving the scene of personal injury. After, I went inside the school and notified Mr. Myette of my findings. I asked him for the surveillance footage as I previously did in person and through email. He stated that he would put the video on a zip drive and notify me.
Keywords:
Citation, Crash, Crosswalk, Ped, Pictures, School, Solar, Walk
Dcc:
Wrong way, Inattention
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Latitude:
42.3145561
Longitude:
-71.1876348
Location:
Case
number:
Date:
2021-10-25
Time:
08:32
Address:
100 WALNUT ST
Speed
limit:
30
Violation
cited:
no
Narrative:
On October 25th, 2021 at approximately 08:32 hours while working N491 I responded to a report of a MV crash in the area of Walnut St near Minot Place. On my arrival I located both involved vehicles near #100 Walnut St, The School Administration Building. Vehicle #1 was a blue 2015 Prius, Ma reg.945-AM3, operated by a William Aldridge. He stated he was first stopped N/B at the intersection of Walnut St @ Watertown St in the right turn only lane. The light turned green and realized he wanted to go straight so he continued heading N/B on Walnut St . However as he went straight he cut off vehicle #2 who was in the lane to his left who then honked his horn at him. Vehicle #1 then stopped ahead of vehicle #2 a short distance down the road. Vehicle #2 then drove around vehicle #1 who was still stopped. Vehicle #2 after going around vehicle #1 had to stop almost immediately due to a pedestrian crossing the street. Vehicle #1 at the same time proceeded forward behind vehicle #2 but then rear ended vehicle #2 after it stopped for the pedestrian. Vehicle #2 was a 2021 grey Toyota Highlander, Ma reg. 447AB8, operated by a Rizwan Khan. He stated he was stopped for the light N/B on Walnut St @ the intersection of Watertown St. He was in the lane for straight ahead traffic. As the light turned green vehicle #1 cut over into his lane ahead of him causing him to almost hit him. He then admitted beeping his horn at vehicle #1. Thats when vehicle #1 suddenly stopped in front of him. After vehicle #1 didn't move he decided to go around him. As he passed him there was a pedestrian crossing the street. He then stopped his vehicle so the person could cross. His vehicle was then rear ended by vehicle #1.
Keywords:
Crash, Ped, School
Dcc:
Reckless driving
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url:
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Latitude:
42.3569892
Longitude:
-71.2094134
Location:
Case
number:
Date:
2021-10-26
Time:
08:00
Address:
367 LANGLEY RD
Speed
limit:
5
Violation
cited:
no
Narrative:
On October 26th 2021 while assigned to the front desk, Hanna Yoon DOB 9/9/83 came in to report a minor past mva/pedestrian. Yoon states that around 0820 hrs today, she was pulling out her driveway at 357 Langley Rd (Ma reg 5HL884). Yoon did not see a pedestrian approach from the right, and contact was made at a slow rate of speed. Yoon states the pedestrian did not fall down. She believes that the front right part of the vehicle hit the person's left thigh. Yoon asked the pedestrian if she was ok, to which the woman stated she was fine. The woman asked for and was provided Yoon's cell phone number before walking away. Her clothing description is unknown. Around 1100hrs Yoon then received a text from 617-913-5141. The person texting identified them self as the woman who was hit, and stated she was in the hospital with leg pain. She then texted that the hospital would contact Yoon for more information. Yoon did not respond and has not been contacted by anyone since this text. A name was not provided by the texter. There are no entries in QED indicating that the unknown pedestrian has called to report this accident. I tried to call the number provided with negative results. At this time, there is no identifiable victim. Yoon was advised that I will document her statement, and in the future it is best to call police to the scene of a crash in order to avoid confusion. Update by Lt. Dangelo: On 10/27/21 at approximately 0830 hrs. the pedestrian from the accident, Woo Jin Seo came into HQ with her mother to report the accident. She stated that on 10/26/21 at approximately 0820 hrs. she was walking to Newton South High School from 383 Langley rd. when a vehicle backing out of a nearby driveway bumped her. She stated that she did not fall down, but did suffer an injury to her leg. She stated that the operator of the vehicle stopped and checked and left her phone number. Ms. Seo went to Beth Israel Lahey urgent care the same day for leg and shoulder pain. I contacted the operator Hanna Yoon and updated her.
Keywords:
Crash, Hospital, Ped, Phone, School, Speed, Walk
Dcc:
Unknown
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url:
Image
url:
Latitude:
42.3213354
Longitude:
-71.1843744
Location:
Case
number:
Date:
2021-11-16
Time:
16:56
Address:
244 NEEDHAM ST
Speed
limit:
25
Violation
cited:
yes
Narrative:
Operator of vehicle one ( 2019 Honda CRV MA reg 2SAH91 ) Elizabeth Sylvia stated that on 11/16/2021 at 16:56 hours she was driving south bound on Needham St near Charlemont St. Needham St is a public way in the City of Newton. Sylvia stated that as her vehicle slowed to turn left onto Charlemont St it's front driver's side struck a pedestrian in a crosswalk. Sylvia stated that she did not see the pedestrian prior to the crash due to the area not being lit. It should be noted that the over head street light was inoperable, and the cross walk was not illuminated or reflective. The crosswalk sign that was posted before the crosswalk was not reflective. Sylvia stated that she was unaware that a crosswalk was at the crash location. Sylvia was not injured in the crash , and her vehicle had no damage to it. The pedestrian Nivicha Morpeau stated that she was in the crosswalk in front of 241 Needham St when she was stuck by the front driver's side of vehicle one. It should be noted that Morpeau was wearing dark clothing at the time of the crash. Morpeau complained of back pain, but refused medical treatment and transportation to the hospital. Morpeau singed a patient refusal form provide to her by Medics. Based upon statements made to me by Sylvia and Morpeau I issued Sylvia MA Uniform Citation T 2016746 and cited her for a violation of Newton City ordnance 19/116 failure to stop for a pedestrian in a crosswalk. I took photos of vehicle one and the disk was forward to the NPD's IT Bureau for downloading.
Keywords:
Citation, Crash, Crosswalk, Hospital, Ped, Pictures, Walk
Dcc:
Visibility obstructed
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url:
Image
url:
Latitude:
42.3095933
Longitude:
-71.2143933
Location:
Case
number:
Date:
2021-12-02
Time:
17:31
Address:
1201 CENTRE ST
Speed
limit:
25
Violation
cited:
no
Narrative:
Vehicle #1 was traveling northbound on Centre St. at approximately 25 MPH when they witnessed someone enter the roadway on foot from between two parked cars and attempted to cross the road. Vehicle #1 stated they attempted to stop but was unable to do so and struck the person with the front left corner and windshield of the vehicle. The pedestrian and owner of Vehicle #2 stated he parked his vehicle on the right side of the road and exited the car. He stated he was walking towards the crosswalk and attempted to cross the street from the front of his vehicle. All he remembers is taking a few steps out into the road, being hit, and flying before hitting the ground. He was unaware where he was struck from. Vehicle #1 had moderate damage to the front and windshield and was towed by Tody's towing. Vehicle #2 was uninvolved in the crash and was parked at the time. The owner of Vehicle #2 and pedestrian struck was injured and transported by Medics to Brigham and Womens Hospital for injuries to his head, left arm, and left leg. Operator of Vehicle #1 stated he was uninjured and refused any medical treatment. It should be noted that the accident happened outside the crosswalk and the street lights above where the accident occurred were not working at the time of the crash making the roadway dark and visibility difficult. Photos of the accident were taken and saved on a memory card.
Keywords:
Crash, Crosswalk, Hospital, Moderate, Ped, Pictures, Walk
Dcc:
Unknown
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url:
Image
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Latitude:
42.3313524
Longitude:
-71.1946019
Location:
Case
number:
Date:
2021-12-05
Time:
17:23
Address:
392 WATERTOWN ST
Speed
limit:
25
Violation
cited:
no
Narrative:
Operator of vehicle one, Elizabeth Oppenheim stated that while driving her 2021 Subaru Crosstrek SUV ( MA reg 72GL56 ) west bound on Watertown St in front of 392, a pedestrian stepped off the south side walk and into the roadway. Oppenheim stated that she did not see the pedestrian due to low light conditions. Oppenheim estimated that her vehicle's speed at the time of the crash to be 10 to 15 MPH due to heavy traffic. Oppenheim stated that the pedestrian latter identified as Joseph Colucci stepped off the sidewalk and into her path of travel in the roadway. Oppenheim stated Colucci was not in a marked crosswalk. Oppenheim stated that she stopped her vehicle to check on Colucci who told her that he was not injured and did not want medical aid. Colucci stated that he was struck on his right side and fell to the ground. Colucci signed a patient refusal form provided to him by medics. Colucci stated that he did step off the side walk in front of 392 Watertown St to cross the street. Colucci acknowledged that he was not in a marked crosswalk at the time of the crash. Watertown St is a pubic way in then City of Newton.
Keywords:
Crash, Crosswalk, Ped, Speed, Walk
Dcc:
[]
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url:
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Latitude:
42.3602209
Longitude:
-71.2018318
Location:
Case
number:
Date:
2021-12-06
Time:
12:08
Address:
2102 COMMONWEALTH AVE
Speed
limit:
25
Violation
cited:
yes
Narrative:
Witnesses at the scene informed me that MV#1 was traveling west on Commonwealth Ave in the area of #2102 when MV#2, who was traveling east on Commonwealth Ave in the same area crossed the yellow line and crashed into MV#1. The operator of MV#1 was upset and sitting in MV#1 when I interviewed her and only stated that her left hip hurt. Operator #1 refused medical treatment at that time and wanted to wait for her mother to arrive before making any decisions. The operator of MV#2 stated that he was traveling east on Commonwealth Ave in the area of #2102 in the left hand lane when a pedestrian appeared in the roadway. According to operator #2, he cut his steering wheel to the left to avoid the pedestrian and struck MV#1. No tows and only a minor injury to the operator of MV#1, though she did not want to be evaluated by the medics. Two independent witnesses to the crash gave me similar statements that operator #2 had driven on the wrong side of the road prior to the crash and was operating at a high rate of speed. Operator #2 cited for failure to obey signage. Only after I completed this report, was I notified by Cheryl Petitti, the mother of Marisa Petitti that Marisa was not operating MV#1 at the time of the crash and that she may have been struck by MV#2. I re-interviewed both witnesses and they confirmed that Marisa was in fact the pedestrian crossing the street, which I did not know, but they did not witness her being struck by MV#2 due to their view being obstructed. Cheryl Petitti also states that she was contacted by another witness, who had left prior to my arrival, that has information to provide. At this time I will notify the Traffic Bureau of a possible Auto Pedestrian to be further investigated.
Keywords:
Citation, Crash, Ped, Speed
Dcc:
Lane departure
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Latitude:
42.3477264
Longitude:
-71.2477463
Location:
Case
number:
Date:
2021-12-13
Time:
07:16
Address:
2345 COMMONWEALTH AVE
Speed
limit:
25
Violation
cited:
no
Narrative:
Opr of MV2 stated she was traveling westbound when she observed someone try to cross the street. Opr of MV2 slowed down and stopped for the pedestrian. At this time, MV2 was struck by MV1 from behind. MV2 sustained minor damage and was not towed. Opr of MV1 was traveling westbound. Opr of MV1 stated she did not realize MV2 was stopping and could not stop in time. MV2 made contact with MV1 in the rear. MV1 sustained damage to the front and was towed by Tody's. No reported injuries.
Keywords:
Ped
Dcc:
Followed too closely
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Latitude:
42.3463348
Longitude:
-71.2584194
Location:
Case
number:
Date:
2022-02-03
Time:
13:20
Address:
281 BEACON ST
Speed
limit:
25
Violation
cited:
no
Narrative:
On Thursday, February 3, 2022, while assigned to Traffic unit N525, I responded to the area of 281 Beacon Street, Newton for a report of an MVA/Pedestrian crash. The weather at the time of the crash was light rain. The road surface was dry. Beacon Street is a public way maintained by the City of Newton. I spoke with the pedestrian involved in the crash, Ms. Sharon Sabin. Ms. Sabin stated she entered the roadway to cross near 281 Beacon Street (S to N). Ms. Sabin stated she believes she was in the marked crosswalk at this time. Ms. Sabin stated she observed a vehicle to her left stop to let her cross. Ms Sabin stated a the second vehicle (MV1) did not stop and made contact with the tips of her boots. Ms. Sabin was evaluated by Fallon Medics and signed a patient refusal. Ms. Sabin report no injuries. I observed no damage to the boots Ms. Sabin was wearing at the time of the crash. I spoke with the operator of MV1, Ms. Hallie Geller. Ms. Geller stated she was operating her 2014 Toyota Prius (MA: 2AS375) in the area of 281 Beacon Street when a police vehicle with it's emergency lights and siren approached her from behind. Ms. Geller stated as she attempted to pull over to the right side of the road so the cruiser could pass, Ms. Sabin stepped into the crosswalk. Based on my observations, it is unclear if MV1 made contact with Ms. Sabin's toes. Due to the external circumstances of Ms. Geller attempting to pull over so an emergency vehicle could pass, I will not be issuing her a citation for the incident.
Keywords:
Citation, Crash, Crosswalk, Ped, Rain
Dcc:
Inattention
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url:
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Latitude:
42.3335953
Longitude:
-71.1706811
Location:
Case
number:
Date:
2022-03-15
Time:
08:23
Address:
191 DEDHAM ST
Speed
limit:
20
Violation
cited:
no
Narrative:
On Tuesday 3/15/22 at approximately 823 hours while assigned to marked unit n498 I was dispatched to the area of Countryside School (191 Dedham Street) for a report of a minor motor vehicle crash. Upon arrival I spoke with the operator, EBRIL-LEL Margarita, of motor vehicle #1, (695DE1). She states her vehicle was parked along the Northbound Side of Dedham Street diagonally across from Countryside School. She was at the back of her drivers side with the rear door open. She states while leaning into the vehicle her door was struck causing damage to the drivers side of her vehicle and rear drivers side door. After speaking with EBRIL-LEL I spoke with the operator, KARTASHOVA Natalia, of motor vehicle #2, ( 5LAA458). She states she was trying to drive passed MV#! that was parked on the side of the road and thought she had enough room between the oncoming traffic and the MV#1. She states EBRIL-LEL opened the door at the last minutes and she didn't have time to avoid hitting the door. During this time of the morning this area is extremely busy with both motor vehicle traffic and pedestrian traffic as it is drop-off for Countryside school. Cars are permitted to park on both side of the street in order to drop their children off at school. The parking situation causes narrow passage lanes
Keywords:
Bus, Crash, Ped, School
Dcc:
Inattention
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Latitude:
42.3125048
Longitude:
-71.2025447
Location:
Case
number:
Date:
2022-05-25
Time:
18:20
Address:
15 CYPRESS ST
Speed
limit:
25
Violation
cited:
no
Narrative:
MV#1 and MV#2 were traveling south on Cpyress St. MV#1 stopped for a pedestrian in the cross walk. MV#2 did not stop in time and crashed into MV#1. Operator of MV#1 stated that when he stopped for the pedestrian, MV#2 crashed into him. Operator of MV#2 stated that his reaction time was not quick enough when he observed MV#1 stop, causing him to crash into MV#1. No injuries occurred. Both vehicles were driven off scene.
Keywords:
Crash, Ped, Walk
Dcc:
Inattention
Report
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Latitude:
42.3285638
Longitude:
-71.1951188
Location:
Case
number:
Date:
2022-06-08
Time:
19:37
Address:
457 WALNUT ST
Speed
limit:
25
Violation
cited:
no
Narrative:
MV1 was traveling NORTHBOUND on Walnut St just passing Newton North High School when they stopped for pedestrians in the crosswalk at the intersection of Walnut St at Clyde St. MV2 traveling behind MV1 heading NORTHBOUND as well when they rear-ended MV1 not realizing that MV1 had stopped for pedestrians. MV1 sustained damage to its rear bumper and MV2 sustained heavy damage to its passenger front bumper and hood. No airbags deployed and no injuries reported. Tody's towed both vehicles.
Keywords:
Airbag, Crosswalk, Ped, School
Dcc:
Followed too closely
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Latitude:
42.3451469
Longitude:
-71.2075289
Location:
Case
number:
Date:
2022-06-28
Time:
12:35
Address:
323 LANGLEY RD
Speed
limit:
25
Violation
cited:
yes
Narrative:
On Tuesday, June 28, 2022, while assigned to unit N496, I responded to the area of Langley Road and Hamlet Street, Newton for a report of a roll over crash with 3 injured parties. The weather at the time of this crash was clear and sunny. The road surface in the area of the crash was dry. Langley Road and Hamlet Street are both public ways maintained by the City of Newton. I approached the area of the crash coming from Boylston Street and when I arrived my attention was drawn to two locations on Langley Road. I observed a female party laying prone on the sidewalk area of Langley Road (E) at the Hamlet Street intersection. This female party, later identified as Ms. Melinda Conroy, was being attended to by passerby's in the area. My attention was then drawn to an overturned vehicle resting half in the roadway/half on the sidewalk (W) in front of 323 Langley Road. As I began to run over to the vehicle, I observed a woman standing next to the vehicle screaming frantically. This party identified herself as the driver of the lone vehicle involved, Ms. Natalya Kabanovsky (S65512051). There were parties at the back of the vehicle yelling to me that there was a woman trapped under the vehicle and that they were holding the vehicle up to get her out. I ran over to the rear of the vehicle and observed a female party, later identified as Ms. Annette Sooper, lying underneath the vehicle in the roadway. There was a large pool of blood on the roadway as the result of a laceration to what appeared to be her head/face area. Due to the unknown stability of the vehicle resting on its roof, and due to the passerby's stating they were holding the vehicle up so it did not roll over onto Ms. Sooper, I reached under the vehicle from the rear, grabbed Ms. Sooper's person, and dragged her away from the vehicle to a safe location on the sidewalk. At this time, I observed a large laceration to Ms. Sooper's head and she stated she had suffered a leg injury. Newton Fire and Medics along with additional Police units arrived on scene and took over rendering aid to the victims. I then started to conduct my investigation into the crash. I spoke with the operator of the vehicle, Ms. Kabanovsky. Ms. Kabanovsky stated she was operating her 2005 Lexus ES330 (MA: 293TAB) on Hamlet Street (W) towards Langley Road. Ms. Kabanovsky stated as she approached the intersection, a female party (Ms. Conroy) ahead of her was running across Langley Road (S) at Hamlet Street. Ms. Kabanovsky stated she attempted to hit her brakes, but instead hit her gas pedal. Ms. Kabanovsky's vehicle crashed into Ms. Conroy and then she panicked. Ms. Kabanovsky stated her car then accelerated across the street and crashed. Ms. Kabanovsky stated she was not wearing a seatbelt at the time of the crash and extricated herself from her vehicle after it rolled over onto its roof. I requested Ms. Kabonovsky's license while speaking to her, but she was too upset to located it. I queried Ms. Kabanovsky's license and registration status through Newton Dispatch. Ms. Kabanovsky's license stated is expired as of 12/18/2016. Ms. Kabanovsky registration is active. I observed substantial damage to the entire front end, driver, and passenger side of Ms. Kabanovsky vehicle. Ms. Kabanovsky was evaluated by Newton Medics and complained of right arm pain. Ms. Kabanovsky was also visibly distraught and expressed concern over the two pedestrians involved in the crash. Ms. Kabanovsky was transported to Brigham and Women's Hospital for treatment. I briefly spoke with Ms. Melinda Conroy as she was being attended to by Newton Medics and Fire. Ms. Conroy stated she was running on Langley Road (S) and observed MV1 traveling on Hamlet Street (W) towards Langley Road. Ms. Conroy stated she believed MV1 was slowing down and coming to a stop. Ms. Conroy stated she waved at the vehicle and as she crossed the intersection, MV1 accelerated and crashed into her left side. Ms. Conroy stated she flipped over the vehicle and landed on the roadway. Ms. Conroy was conscious and alert when speaking to Newton Medics and was transported to Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital in Boston. I later spoke with Ms. Conroy after her release from the hospital. Ms. Conroy stated she suffered some bumps and bruises had no major injuries. Officer Pohlman spoke with Ms. Sooper prior to her transport to Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital in Boston by Newton Medics. Ms. Sooper stated she was walking on the sidewalk in front of 323 Langley Road after returning from Newton Centre. Ms. Sooper stated as she was walking, she observed MV1 hit Ms. Conroy and then travel across the street in front of her into a tree. Ms. Sooper stated she does not remember what happened after that. I spoke with Ms. Sooper's son at NPD HQ and was advised Ms. Sooper was admitted to the hospital and suffered a fracture of her left hip and required 6 staples to close a laceration on her head. Tody's Towing responded to the scene and removed MV1 from the roadway. Traffic Officer Wilson took pictures of the scene and submitted them to the IT Bureau. After speaking with all parties involved, Ms. Kabanovsky will be cited with Massachusetts Uniform Citation 494688AB in hand at her residence for Chapter 90, Section 10 (Unlicensed Operation), Chapter 90, Section 24 (Operate To Endanger), and Newton City Ordinance Chapter 19, Section 75 (Fail To Use Care). Ms Kabanovsky was also cited with Massachusetts Uniform Citation 494800AB in hand at her residence for Chapter 90, Section 13A (Fail To Wear A Seat Belt). A Request for Immediate Threat License Suspension/Revocation was completed and submitted to the Registry of Motor Vehicles with supporting documentation via e-mail, DCUImmediateThreat@massmail.state.ma.us.
Keywords:
Citation, Crash, Fire, Hospital, Ped, Pictures, Solar, Tree, Walk
Dcc:
Failed to yield, Reckless driving
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Latitude:
42.3225491
Longitude:
-71.1853954
Location:
Case
number:
Date:
2022-06-09
Time:
14:05
Address:
808 BEACON ST
Speed
limit:
25
Violation
cited:
yes
Narrative:
On 07/07/22 at 11:44 hours, I (Traffic Unit # 523) responded to 68 Wyman Street Apt. # 5 for a past motor vehicle crash involving a pedestrian that occurred on 06/09/22 at 808 Beacon Street. This area of Beacon Street is a public way maintained and owned by the City of Newton. The weather at the time was 81 degrees and partly cloudy (wunderground.com). The road conditions at the time were dry. On arrival, I spoke to the pedestrian involved in the crash identified as Thomas Jones. He stated the crash took place on 06/09/22 approximately between the hours of 14:05 and 14:10. He further stated that this occurred at 808 Beacon Street while he was crossing Beacon Street near the Bank of America. He says that he pushed the button to activate the crosswalk yellow flashing signal lights. It should be noted that I am familiar with this location and it does have a marked crosswalk on both sides of 808 Beacon Street with yellow flashing signals that can be activated. Once activated, he says a vehicle traveling eastbound on Beacon Street stopped for him. He then entered the crosswalk from the eastbound side of Beacon Street going across the street with his walking cane. He kept walking in to the westbound travel lane of Beacon Street when he was suddenly struck by a motor vehicle. Thomas could not provide what type or color of the vehicle. As a result, Thomas fell forward and was knocked down to the ground on both hands and knees. He also says that his right cheek and eyeglasses struck the pavement which damaged the lens to his glasses. He sustained a bruised (black and blue) right eye. He says approximately seven days later he started having neck pain to which he has been receiving medical attention for. He also states an upper right side tooth implant fell out of his mouth. After the crash, he states he was helped up by two unknown bystanders. An elderly white female who was operating the vehicle that struck him approached him. Thomas says that the female told him that she did not see him crossing the street as she was looking down and not up at the time. She provided him with her name of Jill Levin and her telephone number before leaving. Thomas states he was wearing gray colored khaki pants, sneakers, and a light blue t-shirt at the time of the crash. Next, I attempted to call the number for Jill Levin and left her a message to call me back. At approximately 14:45 hours on this date, Ms. Levin came in to NPD Headquarters and spoke to me. I asked her if she was involved in a accident during the month of June. She stated that there was an incident on a Thursday approximately three weeks ago in June of 2022 at approximately 14:30 hours. She says she was driving her 2013 Lexus 450RX color gray bearing MA reg. # 6RK464 westbound on Beacon Street near address number 808. She saw an older male crossing in the crosswalk and she says that she stopped for him. The male then suddenly fell down in front of her car. She states that she never struck him with her vehicle. She then got of her vehicle and asked him if he needed any assistance to which he replied that he was fine and did not need anything. He provided his name to her. She then provided her name and phone number on a piece of paper. I asked Ms. Levin why she would provide her information to Mr. Jones if no accident occurred. She replied that it was the right thing to do as far as checking on him and seeing if he needed any assistance. I then inquired why Mr. Jones would alledge that she stated to him on scene that you did not see him crossing the street. Also, that you were looking down and not up. Ms. Levin denied ever stating this to Jones. I then went outside and looked at her Lexus 450RX to check for any damage to the front end of the vehicle. I observed two small scratches to the passenger side front bumper which appear unrelated. The marks were indicative of white paint transfer from having contact with another vehicle. Ms. Levin did not know where the marks came from. I advised her that I would investigate this further and check to see if there is surveillance footage from the Bank of America or other source. After, I attempted to call Bank of America and could not reach anyone there. I will check the area and go to the bank on 07/08/22 during my next shift. On 07/08/22 at approximately 09:10 hours, I went up to 808 Beacon Street and observed no other surveillance cameras in the area. I went in to the Bank of America and spoke to the branch manager. He showed me the multiple camera angles they have, but none show out in to Beacon Street. As a result of this investigation and the statements made by both parties, I believe that Mr. Jones was struck by Ms. Levin's vehicle. The fact that Ms. Levin got out of her vehicle to check on Jones and provide her information to him even though she claims no accident took place is highly unlikely. Therefore, I am issuing Ms. Levin MA Uniform Citation # 507419AB for Chapter 89/11 Crosswalk Violation. The citation was mailed out on 07/08/22. I spoke to Ms. Levin on the phone explaining a citation was issued and mailed to her.
Keywords:
Citation, Crash, Crosswalk, Ped, Phone, Walk
Dcc:
Inattention
Report
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Latitude:
42.330038
Longitude:
-71.1938425
Location:
Case
number:
Date:
2022-07-19
Time:
11:18
Address:
714 BEACON ST
Speed
limit:
25
Violation
cited:
yes
Narrative:
On Tuesday, July 19, 2022, while assigned to unit N496, I responded to the area of Beacon Street and Dalton Road, Newton for a report of a crash involving a pedestrian. The weather at the time of the crash was clear and sunny. The road surface was dry. Beacon Street and Dalton Road are both public ways maintained by the City of Newton. I spoke with the operator of the vehicle involved, Ms. Svetlana Shur (S58558433). Ms. Shur stated she was operating her 2007 Toyota Camry (MA: 852KY1) out of the parking lot next to 714 Beacon Street, Newton. Ms. Shur stated she approached the intersection and her attention was focused to her left as she was attempting to merge onto Beacon Street. Ms. Shur stated when she started to make her turn, she crashed into a crossing female pedestrian. Ms. Shur and her passenger, Mr. Leonid Shur reported no injuries. I observed minor damage to the front passenger side of MV1. I spoke with the pedestrian involved in the crash, Ms. Sonig Varadian. Ms. Varadian stated she was crossing Beacon Street in the marked crosswalk (S to N) towards Dalton Road. Ms. Varadian stated as she was in the crosswalk, MV1 took a right turn out of the parking lot of 714 Beacon Street and crashed into her left side. Ms. Varadian stated she then rolled and fell onto the roadway. Ms. Varadian had numerous scrapes and cuts on her person as a result of the crash and signed a patient refusal with Newton Medics. A witness to the crash, Ms. Rebecca Fishman, stated she observed the crash as she was traveling on Beacon Street (W) towards Dalton Road. Ms. Fishman stated she observed the female pedestrian in the roadway crossing and observed MV1 take a right turn out of the parking lot to 714 Beacon Street and crash into the pedestrian. Ms. Shur was cited in hand with Massachusetts Uniform Citation 520381AB for Chapter 89, Section 11 (Crosswalk Violation).
Keywords:
Citation, Crash, Crosswalk, Ped, Solar
Dcc:
Inattention
Report
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