crash_reports

OPMV#1 Was traveling Southbound on Lexington St in the right turn only lane about to enter Commonwealth Ave traveling Westbound when she was struck by the OPMV#2. OPMV#1 Stated she was making a right turn onto Commonwealth Ave and the OPMV#2 started entering her lane with no signal and struck the left side of her vehicle. OPMV#2 Was traveling Southbound on Lexington St entering the right turn only lane when she struck the OPMV#1. OPMV#2 Stated she was entering the turn lane to make a right turn onto Commonwealth Ave and didn't notice there was a car already in the lane. OPMV#2 Stated she felt distracted due to the heavy rain and lights at the intersection.

The OP. of MV#1 states he was travelling northbound on Concord Street. He is familiar with the road and the medians but due to the rain and the glare it caused with his eye glasses, he miscalculated the curb of the median and struck it.

On Thursday 2/21/19 at approximately 0653 while assigned to marked unit N499 I was travelling westbound on Nahanton Street when I observed a motor vehicle pulled over to the right side of the road with its emergency flashers on. I pulled behind the vehicle and spoke with the operator, FINCH Robert L, who states that he was travelling Westbound on Nahanton Street and due to the weather conditions he lost control of his vehicle and slid into utility pole #14. There was very minimal damage done to the utility pole, however FINCH's car was disabled due to the collision. The weather conditions were poor as it was raining and there were several inches of snow on the ground from a storm that morning causing the roads to be slushy and slippery. FINCH was uninjured and stated that he had AAA on the way to tow his motor vehicle.

On Wednesday April 10th, 2019 at approximately 0755 hours I responded to the area of Centre Street and Washington Street for two car motor vehicle accident involving a Newton school bus with children on board. Centre Street and Washington Street are both public ways in the City of Newton. At the time of the accident the weather was cloudy with light rain. The road conditions were fairly dry. I spoke to the operator of MV1 identified as Julie Lym (S16060051) who stated she was traveling northbound on Washington Street onto the Centre Street bridge. MV1 stated she was attempting to cut across lanes to merge on to the Mass Pike Westbound. MV1 stated traffic was at a standstill and she saw an opening to change lanes. MV1 stated MV2 was stopped in front of her and as she attempted to change lanes her vehicle side swiped the rear drivers side corner of the school bus. The operator of MV1 reported no injuries. MV1 sustained minor damage and was able to leave the scene. I spoke with the operator of MV2 identified as Antonio Mendes Goncalves (S54275868) who stated he was stopped at the red light in the right middle lane on the Centre Street bridge. MV2 stated MV1 attempted to change lanes and struck the rear drivers side corner of the school bus. MV2 sustained minor damage and the operator reported no injuries. MV2 is a City of Newton contracted yellow school bus that had six children present on the bus at the time of the accident. The school bus was transporting th e children to Bigelow Middle School. All children present reported no injuries and their parents were notified by the school administration. I escorted the school bus back to the school where the children were all evaluated by the school nurse. 14 photographs were taken and submitted to the IT Bureau.

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.

MV1 operator states he was driving around the Newton Corner Rotary and approached the merge at the beginning of the bridge to change lanes to head towards Waltham/Watertown, when MV2 collided with his vehicle. Damage was observed on the front passenger door. No injuries reported. MV2 operator states she was driving on Washington St and approached the merge at the beginning of the bridge to change lanes and head onto the Mass Pike W-Bound, when MV1 collided with her vehicle. Damage was observed on the front drivers side bumper. MV2 operator reported having whiplash but signed a medical refusal and was not transported to the hospital. I then cleared without further incident. The main crash factor was due to the weather being a heavy rain storm at night. It should be noted there is a yield sign facing MV1s incoming direction.

Operator 1 states she was stopped in traffic Northbound on Cypress St when she was struck from behind by vehicle 2. Vehicle 2 states he was stopped in traffic on Cypress St behind vehicle 1. Vehicle 2 was struck from behind by vehicle 3 which pushed vehicle 2 into vehicle 1. Operator 3 states she was traveling Northbound on Cypress St approaching other vehicles stopped in traffic. Operator 3 started to apply her brakes; however, due to the rain and wet roadway her vehicle started to slide as if she had no brakes.Vehicle 3 slid into vehicle 2 and vehicle 2 struck vehicle 1. Vehicles 2 and 3 sustained moderate damage and vehicle 1 sustained minor damage. Operator 2 was transported to Newton-Wellesley Hospital with neck pain.

On April 24, 2019, while assigned to N496, I was called by Dispatch to respond to the area Beacon Street and Hammond Street for a motor vehicle crash. This was called in by Boston College Police Department. Upon arrival MV #1 was on Beacon Street just past Hammond Street at the Island with considerable vehicle damage. MV#1 stated while traveling westbound on Beacon St, while approaching the intersection of Hammond he stated he started to feel strange and not like himself. MV#1 stated he then struck the curb with his front right tire, not believing his accident was very serious at this time. He reversed his vehicle off the sidewalk and proceeded to travel westbound on Beacon St. After passing through the intersection he stated his car felt very off at which point he initiated his hazards and pulled over to the right. MV#1 stated he has a history of epilepsy and currently takes Oxcarbazepine twice a day for his condition. He stated he did not believe he had a seizure or lost consciousness but did not recall the incident very well. Boston College Ofc. Cadogan witnessed the incident, and stated the following, while conducting a directed patrol at the intersection of Beacon and Hammond St he saw MV#1 traveling westbound on Beacon St. Ofc. Cadogan stated MV#1 then took a sudden tight turn on to the curb striking the metal fence surrounding the BC facility. MV#1 was then seen / heard revving his engine while still in drive before reversing his vehicle off the curb and attempting to continue on Beacon St westbound. The fence surrounding the BC Facility sustained moderate damage. Tire marks in the grass show the path of MV#1 in direct line to the damaged property. While on scene, I spoke at length with Vanhorne. I did not detect or any alcohol from his breath as he spoke. Vanhorne reported he only consumed one beer tonight at roughly 2030hrs and smoked a little marijuana at 2200hrs. Vanhorne's eyes did not detect any signs of alcohol and he walked with no signs of any impairment. Sgt. Devine administered a horizontal nystagmus test which revealed no signs of impairment. Vanhorne reported he was at a work event and then visited a friend in Brookline. Vanhorne reported his last seizure from epilepsy occurred a little over two years ago. Pictures of the scene were taken and submitted to IT to be attached to this report. MV#1 operator stated he was not injured at this time. MV#1 was towed from the scene by Todys's due to heavy front end damage. Vanhorne was picked up from the scene by Paul Miller his step father. A towed MV form was filled out and placed in the traffic box. Witnesses Cassandra Williams and Bill Peirce observed the crash and stated identical narratives to Ofc. Cadogan's. An Immediate Threat form was filed with the RMV (via Fax and E-mail at approximately 0650hrs 4/24/19)due to his medical history and his explanation with this crash. All streets mentioned are public ways in the City of Newton. It should be noted that the road was wet from rain on this night. Update: on 4/27/19 Sgt.Devine was able to watch the video of the incident from Boston College Police. The video confirmed the statements given by BCPD and witnesses's. Due to the aforementioned statements and the video surveillance of the incident, MV#1 Operator will be cited with Marked Lanes Ch89/4a (MA Uniform Citation #T1441792. Vanhorne will be notified via phone he will be receiving the ticket in the mail.

On 05/20/2018 at 17:30 hours I was notified by Captain Anastasia of a motor vehicle crash involving car, and an electric scooter. Captain Anastaisa stated that the operator of the scooter was a 12 year old male who had sustained unknown injures and had been transported to Boston Children's Hospital via ambulance. Upon my arrival at the crash scene I made the following observations, Putnam and Winthrop streets are public ways in the city of Newton that are two way single lane non divided roadways. The roadway surface was wet from rain earlier in the day. Putnam St runs north to south and Winthrop St runs east to west. There is a stop sign at the end of Winthrop St at Putnam St. I observed MA reg 54MN41 a 2005 Buick LeSabre stopped in the south bound lane of Putnam St approximately 1/2 of the way into the intersection with Winthrop St. I observed approximately three feet of skid marks from the Buick's rear tires. I also observed at the crash scene a Segway Ninebot electric scooter that was on the ground near the Buick(cid:31)s rear passenger side door with its handlebars detached. I spoke with the operator of the Buick, Robert DeSouza who stated that on 05/20/2019 at approximately 16:50 hours he was driving south bound on Putnam St at approximately 25 miles per hour. DeSouza stated that he saw a man, later identified as Jose Estabil standing on the east sidewalk of Putnam St facing Winthrop St who was yelling and waving his arms at something on Winthrop St. DeSouza stated he looked to his right towards Winthrop St and his view was obstructed by a row of hedges. DeSouza stated that as he was looking to his right he began to apply his vehicle's brakes when he saw someone coming at me ". DeSouza stated that he heard a crashing noise from the rear passenger's side of his vehicle. DeSouza stated that he stopped his vehicle after the crash and saw a boy lying on the ground at the rear passenger side of his vehicle. DeSouza stated that he was not injured in the crash. DeSouza's vehicle had minor damage to its rear passenger side door, and did not require a tow. Witness Charlotte Hart stated that at approximately 16:30 hours on 05/19/2019 she was diving south bound on Winthrop St. Hart stated that she had to stop short on Putnam St to avoid a crash " with a boy on a scooter that was racing around on Winthrop St. " Hart sated that she told the boy on the scooter that he should not be ridding the scooter in the street. Witness Jose Estabil stated that he was walking on the east side walk of Putnam St across from Winthrop St. Estabil stated that he saw a boy an electric scooter on Winthrop St approaching Putnam St. Estabil stated that he saw DeSouza's vehicle driving south bound on Putnam St approaching Winthrop St. Estabil stated that the boy on the scooter made no effort to stop, slow or avoid the crash with DeSouza's vehicle. Witness Laurel Fransworth stated that she was driving north on Putnam St approaching Winthrop St when she saw the crash occur. Farnsworth stated a boy on an electric scooter on Winthrop St crash into the rear passenger side door of DeSouza's vehicle. Fransworth stated that she believed that the row of hedges at the end of Winthrop St obstructed DeSouz's vehicle. Rowan Delaney ( 02/27/2007 ) stated that on 05/20/2019 at approximately 16:00 hours he and his fellow F.A. Day Middle School student Thiaugo Rubino ( 03/04/2007 ) were having a race around the area of Winthrop St, Putnam St and Shawn St. Delaney stated that he was on foot running on sidewalks while Rubino was on an electric Ninebot Segway scooter. Delaney stated that Rubion was not wearing a helmet or any other safety equipment. I spoke with Delaney(cid:31)s father Royston Delaney, who stated that the scooter was his and that he was unaware that Rubino was using his scooter, and that he has never seen him ridding it before. Royston Delaney stated that the scooter is battery powered and has a maximum speed of 19 MPH. Royston Delaney stated that his son told him that only Rubino was ridding the scooter. Rubino was transported via ambulance to Boston Children(cid:31)s Hospital. On 05/20/2019 Rubino underwent surgery for a brain bleed. I spoke with Rubion(cid:31)s mother Sonia Rubino who stated that as of 05/21/2019 her son was under observation and in addition to the brain surgery her son had a broken arm, broken leg and a broken back. Based upon witnessed statements and my observations of the crash area I believe that Rubion was at fault for the cause of this crash. Myself and Officer Helms took photos of the crash area and the disks were turned over to the NPD(cid:31)s IT bureau for downloading.

On 06/30/2019 at 15:30 hours I was notified by Sgt Lee that a crash involving a motor vehicle and a bicyclist had occurred on Wiswall Rd at M Roadway. Upon my arrival at the crash scene I made the following observations, Wiswall Rd is a two lane non divided public way in the city of Newton that runs north to south from a dead end to Dedham St. The posted speed limit on Wiswall Rd is 25 MPH. M Roadway is a two lane non divided public way that runs west to east from Wiswall Rd to a dead end cul-de-sac. The weather conditions at the at of the crash were cloudy, and the roadway surface was wet from rain. I observed MA commercial registration M82794 a gray 2014 Honda Accord stopped in the north bound lane of Wiswall Rd at M Roadway. The Honda is registered to Newton Driving School. I observed two smudge marks approximately four inches in length on the center portion of the front and rear passenger side doors of the Honda. I also observed a 20 inch Kent bike that had be moved from it's final point of rest prior to my arrival. The bike had damage to it's front handle bars, front tire and it's two front forks. The bike's front tire had gray scuff marks on it. At the crash scene I spoke with the operator of the Honda, David Dombrovsky. Dombrovsky stated that he was driving north bound on Wiswall Rd near M Roadway approximately 20 to 25 MPH. Dombrovsky stated that he has had his learner's permit for six months and is a student at the Newton Driving School. Dombrovsky stated that he did not see the bicyclist but heard the impact of the bicyclist stricking the passenger side of the Honda. At the crash scene I spoke with driving school instructor, Igor Drizik. Drizik stated that the Honda was driving north on Wiswall Rd near M Roadway at approximately 20 to 25 MPH . Drizik stated that he did not see the bicyclist until approximately 1 to 2 seconds before impact on the driver's side of the Honda. Drizik stated the Honda is equipped with dual brakes and that he applied the brakes at the same time as Dombrovsky. Drizik stated that he and Dombrovsky got out of the Honda to render aid to the bicyclist. There were three other driving school students in the rear of the Honda at the time of the crash, neither of them stated that they witnessed the crash. None of the occupants of the Honda stated that they were injured and the vehicle did not require a tow. The bicyclist was identified as David Kerwin-Derrick. Kerwin-Derrick was transported via EMS to Boston Children's Hospital form treatment. At the hospital I spoke with one of Kerwin-Derrick's mother's, Patricia Kerwin-Derrick, who stated " We all know that David rode his bike into the car " and that her son had a broken left leg. Kerwin-Derrick is a student at the Memorial Spaulding School. Based upon my observations of the crash scene and statements made to me , I believe that Kerwin-Derrick's unintentionally rode his bike into the passenger side of the Honda. Photos were taken of the Honda, bike and crash scene and the disk was down loaded by the NPD's IT Bureau.

Operator of motor vehicle 1 states he came to a stop on Grove Street headed north at the stop sign at the intersection of Woodland Rd. Vehicles on Woodland Rd. stopped to let him go. As motor vehicle 1 proceeded into the intersection a bicycle came out of no where and the operator of motor vehicle 1 struck the bicycle at a low speed with the front of motor vehicle 1. The cyclist states he was traveling east on Woodland Rd. when he proceeded into the intersection he was struck on his right side by motor vehicle 1. The crash was at a low speed and the bicycle tipped over to the left side, causing an injury to his left arm. The cyclist states it was hard to see due to the rain. When the cyclist was asked if he had stopped at the intersection he stated he was not sure if he stopped or just slowed down. When asked if he came to a complete stop and placed a foot onto the ground, the cyclist stated no. The cyclist stated normally when he stops he just balances in place and doe not take his foot off the pedals. When I asked the cyclist if he passed other vehicles on the right to get up to the intersection he stated yes, he normally does so. It should be noted there is no dedicated bike lane and both streets are narrow at this intersection. MED2 transported the cyclist to NWH for his arm injury. I took pictures of the roadway as well and the bicycle and motor vehicle 1. N497 transported the bicycle to property and evidence for safe keeping, N497 submitted memory chip with photos to IT.

On 10/16/19 at 2338 I responded to the area of 15 Needham St for a report of a single vehicle accident with the car into a pole and no one inside the vehicle. Upon arrival MA Reg 7TM878 was facing SW on Needham St leaned up against a telephone pole (#2) with heavy front end damage. Units searched the area for the operator and Officer Keefe located the party in the McDonalds up the street. The operator of MV#1 stated he was turning right onto Needham St from Winchester St when his power steering locked and he couldn't redirect his truck away from the curb and telephone pole. He further stated he left his truck because it was raining and his door wouldn't close. Medics responded to evaluate the operator, who signed a patient refusal. Tody's towing responded and towed the vehicle.

Operator 1 stated he was stopped in traffic Southbound on Centre St at Cypress St. While operator 1 was stopped he was struck from behind by vehicle 2. Operator 2 stated he was traveling Southbound on Centre St when the vehicle in front of him stopped suddenly. Due to the rain and slick roadway he was unable to stop in time, striking vehicle 1 from behind. Vehicle 1 sustained minor damage, and vehicle 2 sustained moderate damage and was towed by Tody's. There were no injuries.

MV1 was turning left from Tamworth Rd onto Chestnut St, traveling North when MV 2 struck the right side of MV 1. The operator of MV 1 stated that the heavy congestion of traffic and rain obstructed her view when she took the turn. MV 2 was traveling Northbound on Chestnut St and struck MV 1's right side when MV 1 attempted to turn left onto Chestnut St. MV 1 was unable to see MV 2 when making the turn due to weather and the high congestion of traffic. There were no injuries to either party.

The OP. of MV#1 states while travelling eastbound on Fuller Street near #326, the curb suddenly extended out without warning. She struck the curb and sustained two flat tires and unknown axle damage. The OP. of MV#1 states there are no signs or reflective painting to show motorists that the curb has extended out into the roadway. This and the rain was the contributing factor to her accident. She states she will file a complaint with Newton City Hall about this.

On Tuesday November 12th, 2019 at approximately 1224 hours while working in N526 I responded to the intersection of Derby Street and Waltham Street for a motor vehicle vs. pedestrian accident. At the time of the accident the weather conditions were cloudy and rainy, and the road surface was wet. Both Derby Street and Waltham Street are public ways owned and maintained by the City of Newton. Upon arrival I spoke with the pedestrian identified as Helen Makadia (S35538182) who stated she was walking in the crosswalk on Waltham Street heading towards Derby Street when she was struck by MV1. Helen stated she was able to walk to the side of the road after impact but complained of knee pain. Medic 2 responded and Helen signed a patient refusal. Sgt. Lee transported Helen to the Franklin Elementary School where she was picking up her children and then she left on her own accord. The operator of MV1 identified as James Bond (S93760526) stated he was taking a left turn from Derby Street onto Waltham Street and did not see the pedestrian in the crosswalk until he struck her with his vehicle. James was very remorseful and acknowledged he was at fault. James reported no injuries and had no damage to his vehicle. I issued James in hand a Mass Uniform Citation #T2012435 for Chapter 89 Section 11 for failing to stop for a pedestrian in the crosswalk.

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.

On Wednesday, November 20, 2019, while assigned to Traffic unit N525, I responded to the area of Chestnut Street and Avalon Road, Newton for a report of a motor vehicle crash involving a Cataldo ambulance. Chestnut Street and Avalon Road are both public ways maintained by the City of Newton. The weather at the time of the accident was light rain. The road surface was wet. I spoke with the operator of MV1, Corey Remblad (S29346684). Remblad stated he was operating his 2007 Ford Ecoline (CT: 53CC04) Southbound on Chestnut Street towards Avalon Road. Remblad stated there was construction ahead of him on Chestnut Street and there was a police officer working a detail that was waving him on to continue down Chestnut Street. Remblad stated MV2 exited Avalon Road and it's front driver side crashed into the driver side of his vehicle. I observed moderate damage to the middle driver side of MV1. Remblad and his passenger Thomas Solecki report no injuries. I spoke with the operator of MV2, Richard Yunker (S70658898). Yunker stated he was operating 2019 Ford F150 (MA AMN: 5921) Westbound on Avalon Road towards Chestnut Street. Yunker was operating the vehicle in his capacity as a Field Supervisor Paramedic for Cataldo Ambulance. Yunker stated he approached the intersection and came to a stop before taking a right turn onto Chestnut Street. Yunker stated as he made his right turn his front driver side crashed into the driver side of MV1. I observed moderate damage to the front driver side of MV2. Photos were taken of both vehicles and submitted to the IT Bureau.

On Monday, December 9, 2019, while assigned to Traffic unit N525, I responded to the intersection of Lincoln Street and Walnut Street, Newton for a report of a motor vehicle crash involving a pedestrian. The weather at the time of the crash was rain. The road surface was wet. Lincoln Street and Walnut Street are both public ways maintained by the City of Newton. I spoke with the operator of MV1, Jill Edelson (S99137352). Edelson stated she was stopped in traffic while operating her 2012 Toyota Camry (MA: 81ZH83) Northbound on Walnut Street at Lincoln Street at a red light. Edelson stated the light turned green and she had a green left turn only arrow. Edelson stated she turned left into Lincoln Street from Walnut Street when the front passenger side of her vehicle crashed into a pedestrian in the roadway. Edelson stated she did not see the pedestrian prior to the impact. I observed damage to the lower portion of the passenger side windshield. Edelson reported no injuries. I spoke with the injured pedestrian, Lawrence Murren, at Brigham and Women's Hospital. Murren stated he had entered the crosswalk on Lincoln Street at Walnut Street and does not remember if he had the pedestrian signal. Murren believes MV1 did have the green light. Murren stated after he entered the crosswalk he looked back towards the "59 Bus". Murren stated he then looked forward and saw MV1 was in front of him. Murren stated he was unable to avoid the vehicle. Murren stated he has an injury to his hip and had a head laceration. I spoke with a witness to the accident, Edward Austin. Austin stated he was in the vehicle behind MV1 at the traffic light on Walnut street. Austin stated the traffic light turned green and MV1 had a green left turn arrow. Austin stated MV1 started to go and make their left turn. Austin stated he observed an older gentleman starting to walk out into the street. Austin stated the pedestrian had his head down and had an umbrella due to the rain. Austin stated the pedestrian also had a do no walk sign. Austin stated MV1 hit the crossing pedestrian in the crosswalk. Austin stated he does not believe either saw each other. Photos were taken of the area and submitted to the IT Bureau.

On Monday, December 9, 2019, while assigned to Traffic unit N525, I responded to the intersection of California Street at Crafts Street, Newton for a report of a motor vehicle crash involving a pedestrian. The weather at the time of the crash was rain. The road surface was wet. California Street at Crafts Street are both public ways maintained by the City of Newton. I spoke with the operator of MV1, Kevin Gilmore (S27275907). Gilmore stated he was operating his 2015 Volkswagon Golf (MA: 1EHH93) Westbound on California Street towards Crafts Street. Gilmore stated he came to a stop at the stop sign on California Street. Gilmore stated he looked to his right, and then to his left. Gilmore stated he began to make his right turn onto Crafts Street when his vehicle made contact with a pedestrian in the roadway. Gilmore stated he did not see the pedestrian until contact was made. I observed no damage to the right passenger side of MV1 where the contact occurred. Gilmore reported no injuries. The injured pedestrian, Charles Doris-Pierce (S68331436), was transported to Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston for his injuries. I followed up with him in the Emergency Department. Doris-Pierce stated MV1 was stopped at the stop sign on California Street. Doris-Pierce stated he entered the marked crosswalk and began to cross California Street at Crafts Street. Doris-Pierce stated MV1's right passenger side tire ran over his foot. Doris-Pierce stated he then slammed on the hood of MV1. Doris-Pierce stated MV1 continued and he was knocked to the ground. Doris-Pierce reported injuries to his foot, thigh, and back. After speaking with all parties involved, the operator of MV1 was issued Massachusetts Uniform Citation T2016430 for Chapter 89, Section 11 (Failure to Yield to a Pedestrian in a Crosswalk). Photos were taken of the scene and submitted to the IT Bureau.

At approximately 1840HRs on Saturday, December 14, 2019, I was dispatched to 139 Melrose St. for a report of a single car vs tree MVA. Upon arrival, I observed MV1 (MA Pass:13LM32) to be at rest on the side of the road with it's front end contacting a tree, aproximaytely 150 feet south of the above address at a bend in the road. It should be noted that it had been raining for hours prior to this accident and that the road surface was wet; additionally the tree did not appear to be damaged. Upon speaking to the operator of MV1, he stated that he was traveling Southbound on Melrose St. when he navigated around a parked car in front of the above address and as he did so, may have overcorrected or due to the current road surface condition, accidently struck the tree. The front seat passenger of MV1 concurred with the operator's statement. Both parties stated they were not injured. MV1 sustained damage to its front end. As MV1 was not impeding traffic, AAA contacted and towed MV1 at the behest of the operator. I cleared without incident.

Operator of Vehicle # 1 states she was traveling straight ahead at the speed limit (30 mph) (SB) on Grove Street approaching Pierrepont Road when she lost control of the vehicle due to the ice/slush on the roadway. She then veered off to the right side of the road and struck Verizon utility pole number 85/155 with her front end head on at Grove and Pierrepont Rd. I observed heavy front end damage to the front end/passenger side front of the vehicle and it was towed by Tody's. There was no damage to the utility pole. There is a decline in elevation to the roadway in this area and the road conditions were slippery due to the current snowstorm that was producing snow and freezing rain at the time.

Operator of MV1(MA reg.8TX383) was traveling eastbound on Boylston Street when she attempted to turn right onto Olde Field Road. MV1 began to slide due to the heavy slush from rain and snow fall. MV1 struck the stop sign on the east side corner. The street sign was knocked over and MV1 had minor damage to the front drivers side bumper No one was injured, damage was minimal and dispatch notified DPW of the damage to the stop sign. Photos were not taken.

On the above date and time I responded to 717 Centre St for a report of a crash involving two vehicles. The weather was snowy / rainy/ sleeting, and the roadway was a mixture of ice/ snow. Upon arrival on scene I spoke with the operator of V1 Ms. Howe, she stated she was traveling south on Centre St when V2 stopped abruptly. Ms. Howes stated she applied the brakes and her vehicle would nt stop due to the icy roadway and she had contact with V2. I then spoke with the operator of V2, Ms. Nunnally stated that a vehicle had abruptly pulled out of the driveway of 717 Centre St. She stated she applied her brakes immediately to avoid contact and pulled to the right. She stated when she stopped she felt rear impact from V2. Both parties had no injuries at this time. V2 was towed by Todys towing to 1354 Washington Street Newton. Ms. Howe removed valuables from the vehicle. At this time it appears the icy roadway was a contributing factor of the crash.

On 12/19/2019 while assigned to WNSQ I took a report at the front desk of NPD HQ for a past single motor vehicle cash. On 12/19/2019 Vehicle 1 was on Exeter St attempting to turn around in the driveway of 1536 Commonwealth Ave. While entering the driveway Vehicle 1 slid on a patch of ice and exited the roadway. The vehicle came to final rest in the front yard of 1526 Commonwealth Ave. No injuries were reported. No vehicles required a tow. Vehicle 1 had no visible damage. It should be noted that at the time of the crash the weather was clear with freezing temperatures. The area had just experienced snow and freezing rain precipitation on 12/17/2019. The operator of Vehicle 1 stated that after sliding into the front yard she was able to drive Vehicle 1 back on to Exeter St. The operator of Vehicle 1 stated that while she was exiting the front yard her tires were spinning and may have caused minor damage to the lawn. The operator of Vehicle 1 stated that she attempted to notify the homeowner of 1526 Commonwealth Ave but nobody appeared to be home. Officer Claflin N493 responded to 1526 Commonwealth Ave and tried to raise the homeowner with negative results. Officer Claflin observe tire tracks in the front yard but due to the presence of snow and ice it is unknown how much damage had been done. No phone number is listed for the homeowner of 1526 Commonwealth Ave as a result I will mail notification of this crash to the homeowner.

On Thursday, February 6, 2020 while assigned to Traffic unit N525, I responded to the intersection of Franklin Street and Shornecliff Road, Newton for a motor vehicle crash involving a City of Newton owned vehicle. The weather at the time of the accident was light rain. The road surface was wet. Franklin Street and Shornecliff Road are both public ways maintained by the City of Newton. I spoke with the operator of MV1, John Fleming (S67400731). Fleming works for the Utilities Division for the City of Newton and was operating a City of Newton owned 2005 INTL 700SER (MA MVN: M98492 ) at the time of the crash. Fleming stated he was traveling on Franklin Street (N) at the intersection of Shornecliff Road. Fleming stated he went to back his vehicle up and did not see any vehicles behind him. Fleming stated the real of his vehicle crashed into the front of MV2. I observed damage to the sand dispensing attachment on the rear of MV1. Fleming reported no injuries. I spoke with the operator of MV2, Lisa Perry (S21890600). Perry stated she was operating her 2016 Honda Pilot (MA: 5WP321) on Franklin Street (N) towards Shornecliff Road. Perry stated she was stopped behind MV1 when it backed up and crashed into the front of her vehicle. I observed damage to the front bumper/light area of MV2. Perry reported no injuries. A query of Perry's registration status through Newton Dispatched stated it was expired. Perry was able to renew her registration on scene and was issued Massachusetts Uniform Citation T2013858 in hand for Chapter 90, Section 9 (Expired Registration). Photos were taken of both vehicles and submitted to the IT Bureau.

On Tuesday, February 18th 2020 at 1908 hours, I responded to the area of 94 Vine St for a single motor vehicle accident. The vehicle (Mass Reg # 5FRT20, 2013 ELANTRA SEDAN COLOR BLUE) was being operated by William Lake. Lake was headed east on Vine St toward West Roxbury when he crashed into a City of Newton Tree. The road conditions were wet with heavy rain. Lake stated the wet conditions caused him to lose control of the vehicle. There was major front end damage to the vehicle and airbag deployment. Lake suffered a laceration to his left eye and complained of neck pain. Lake was transported to Newton Wellesley Hospital by the Medics. The vehicle was towed by Tody's. I took pictures of the accident and submitted them to the IT Bureau to be uploaded.

On 09/30/2020 I responded to the area of Waverley Ave and Brackett Rd for a single vehicle motor vehicle crash involving a utility pole. Both Waverley Ave and Brackett Rd are public ways in the City of Newton. Vehicle 1 described as a 2011 Kenworth commercial box truck (RI Con Reg 80859). Vehicle 1 was traveling southbound on Waverley Ave when it struck overhanging utility wires (Eversource Pole #44) located over the roadway near the intersection of Brackett Rd. As a result of the impact Vehicle 1 sustained major damage to the roof of the cargo area. The force of the impact caused the utility pole #44 to break in half. It should be noted that at the time of the crash the weather was steady rain with high winds. No injuries were reported on scene. The operator of Vehicle 1 stated that he was traveling southbound on Waverly Ave and did not see the power lines until it was too late. After further investigation it was determined that a tree(private) located on Brackett Rd had come down due to the high winds and landed on power lines. These power lines were also attached to utility pole #44. The force caused the power lines from utility pole #44 to sag over Waverley Ave. As result Vehicle 1 did not have enough clearance under the power lines. Vehicle 1 was towed from the scene by Tody's Towing. Towed MV inventory completed. Due to the live wires in the roadway, Newton Fire responded and secured the scene. Eversource was also notified and responded to the scene. Pictures were taken and submitted to the IT Bureau.

On Tuesday, October 13, 2020 while assigned to Traffic unit N525, I responded to 18 Station Avenue, Newton for a 2 car motor vehicle crash. The weather at the time of the crash was rain. The road surface on Station Avenue was wet. Station Avenue is a public way maintained by the City of Newton. I spoke with the operator of MV1, Mr. Derrick Sobers (S31986103). Mr. Sobers stated he was operating a 2019 Freight MT45 box truck (MA CON: T93974) on Station Avenue (N). The vehicle is owned by Crown Linen Service Inc. Mr. Sobers stated he was pulling off of the roadway to the right in front of 18 Station Avenue when the rear passenger side area of his vehicle crashed into the front driver side of a parked 2020 Toyota Rav 4 (MA: 6RS841). This vehicle was parked unoccupied in a metered parking spot on the roadway. I observed minor damage to the rear passenger side of MV1 and minor damage to the front driver side/front driver wheel area of MV2. No injuries were reported.

On Tuesday October 13, 2020 at approx 1323 hours I went to the area of Anthony Rd at Anthony Cir for a report of a past hit/run that occurred at approx. 1215 hours in the westbound lane of 697 Washington Street. Upon arrival I met the operator of v1 Ms. OLGA KHOLODENKO, she stated she was traveling westbound in the left lane of Washington Street around the Whole foods area which is 697 Washington Street. She stated while traveling a red truck with a red trailer was on her right side traveling along side her, and while traveling the trailer had "swung" into her passenger side of her vehicle. She stated the truck/trailer kept traveling and she followed the trailer and took pictures while driving. She then went home and called her insurance company with the picture of the registration plate and they gave her the information which brought them at Anthony Rd at Anthony Cir, where the registered owner lived. The truck / trailer was not at the location. The trailer is MA trailer reg # C39390 a 2013 Brav trailer color red registered to CIRO CARBONE AND SONS INC 12 ANTHONY CIR NEWTON MA. Her vehicle is a 2020 Kia utility color white MA reg. 6ZG351. I observed some red transferred paint on her passenger side from the rear door to the front door. I advised them of process and I would look into the trailer. I was able to find the truck/trailer on California St at Dalby Street. I looked around the trailer and observed a minor scratch on the driver side of the trailer near the front of the trailer. I contacted the owner who due to the heavy rain all day sent home his employees. I will update oper 2 statement when I talk to him. At this time it appears with the trailer scratch being minor a reasonable person would have not known. Update: Monday October 19, 2020 I spoke with the oper of v2 via phone, he stated he was on Washington Street near Whole Foods traveling westbound with the truck/trailer. He stated he was traveling in the right travel lane. He stated the truck/ trailer was always in the proper slow lane and didn't know about the contact until I notified him. I advised him of the crash process.

On 10/13/2020, while assigned to N496, I, Officer Conary, responded to the intersection of Commonwealth Ave and Mt Alvernia Road, for a report of a MVA. Upon arrival, I observed vehicles with significant damage and air bag deployment. Fire and Medics responded. Operator of MV1 stated that he was traveling Eastbound on Commonwealth Ave, when MV2 came out of a street from the left and drove right in front of him. Operator of MV1 stated he could not stop in time to avoid MV2 and hit him head on. Operator of MV1 stated that he was not driving fast at the time because of the inclement weather. It was down pouring rain at that point. Operator of MV2 stated that he was traveling Southbound on Mt Alvernia Road and signaled to take a left turn on Commonwealth Ave. Operator of MV2 stated he did not see any cars and proceeded to make his turn. Operator of MV2 stated he saw MV1 at the last second and could not stop in time. Both vehicles were towed by Todys. MV1 had heavy front end damage. MV2 had heavy right side damage and to front right tire. Both operators were evaluated and signed patient refusals. Operator of MV1 was able to get a ride home. Operator of MV2 was driven to the Newton Police Department to make proper arrangements for a ride home. No further incident to report.

Operator of vehicle one was stopped at the stop sign on border St at Elm St waiting to turn left onto Elm. Operator turned left onto Elm St and drove right into the rear of vehicle 2 which was legally parked on Elm St. Operator of vehicle 1 stated the heavy rain made it difficult to see. Vehicle 1 was towed from the scene by todys due to heavy front end damage. Vehicle 2 did not require a tow. Neither operator reported any injuries.

On Monday November 23rd, 2020 at approximately 1211 hours I responded to the intersection of Beacon Street and Walnut Street for a motor vehicle accident involving a city owned vehicle. Beacon Street and Walnut Street are both owned and maintained by the City of Newton. At the time of the accident the weather was rainy and the road surface was wet. Upon arrival I spoke with the operator of MV1 identified as Cameron McMaster (S69781203). He stated he was operating MA REG; 949DV4 and was behind MV2 which was stopped at the red light heading north on Walnut Street. MV1 attempted to turn into the right turn only lane when he sideswiped MV2. The operator of MV1 reported no injuries and was able to leave the scene. The operator of MV2 identified as Michael Sanford (S78122480) stated he was operating a City of Newton DPW truck MA REG; M6406A and was stopped at the red light at the intersection heading northbound on Walnut Street. MV2 stated he was struck on the back passenger corner of the truck by MV1 who was attempting to pass by him on the right hand side. Minimal damage was reported on the truck. The operator of MV2 reported no injuries and was able to leave the scene. Photographs of both vehicles and their damage was taken and submitted to the IT Bureau.

MV1 was driving Northbound on Woodward St. when a branch from a city tree fell onto the top of the vehicle. This occurred in front of 276 Woodward St. It should be noted that it was raining heavily during this time. Refer to incident #20053845 for further details.

MV#1 was traveling north on Woodchester Rd, attempting to make a left turn onto the west bound side of Mandalay Rd. Due to freezing conditions and light rain, both of these roads were covered in a layer of ice. When MV#1 attempted to make the left turn, the vehicle slipped around the corner and struck a fire hydrant at the corner of above mentioned roads. City of Newton water department was called out to inspect the hydrant, and N522 arrived on scene and took pictures. Passenger in MV#1 was transported to NWH for possible neck injury. MV#1 was driven off scene by operator.

ON 4-25-21 AT APPROX. 1027HRS. WHILE WORKING N492 I TOOK A REPORT FOR MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENT. UPON ARRIVAL AT THE INTERSECTION OF WALNUT ST. AND LAKEVIEW AVE. I SPOKE TO THE DRIVER OF VEHICLE #1. DRIVER STATES SHE WAS STOPPED IN THE INTERSECTION PREPARING TO TURN LEFT ON TO LAKEVIEW AVE. WHEN SHE WAS HIT IN THE REAR BY VEHICLE #2. DRIVER OF VEHICLE #2 STATES HE WAS TRAVELING N-BOUND ON WALNUT. HE STATES PRIOR TO HITTING VEHICLE #1 HE APPLIED THE BRAKE AND SLID ON THE WET SURFACE CAUSED BY THE RAIN AND WAS UNABLE TO AVOID HITTING VEHICLE #1. ALL PARTIES REPORTED NO INJURIES AND SIGNED PATIENT REFUSALS. VEHICLE #1 WAS TOWED BY TODYS WITH EXTENSIVE REAR END DAMAGE. VEHICLE #2 WAS OPERATIONAL BUT HAD FRONT END FENDER DAMAGE. ALL PARTIES WERE ADVISED TO CONTACT THEIR INSURANCE COMPANIES. CLEARED WITHOUT FURTHER INCIDENT..

On 04/29/2021 at 15:22 hours I was dispatched to 53 Brentwood Ave for a report of a motor vehicle crash involving a bicyclist. Upon my arrival, I made the following observations of the crash scene. Brentwood Ave is a two way non divided public way in the City of Newton that runs east to west from Greenlawn Ave to Walnut St. Brentwood Ave is a thickly settled residential area with a 25 MPH speed limit. The roadway conditions at the time of the crash were wet due to rain. I observed MA reg 111ZS1 a 2020 Honda Civic parked on the side of Brentwood Ave just passed the intersection of Judith Rd facing westbound. I observed that the Honda had damage to it's front driver's side bumper. When I inspected the Honda I observed that the driver's side headlight casing was cracked and a piece of it was missing. I further observed an approximately six inch in diameter spider web like crack in the lower driver's side windshield. The windshield crack was inward , indicating that an external object had caused the damage. There was another single crack onn the driver's side windshield that extended from the hood to the roof. The operator of the Honda , Lisabeth Ioannilli stated that on 04/29/2021 at 15:20 hours she was driving westbound on Brentwood Ave near the intersection of Judith Rd. Ioannilli stated that she estimated that the speed of her vehicle was approximately 25 to 30 MPH. Ioannilli stated that she did not see a bicyclist in her path of travel until the point of impact when her vehicle was aproximately 3/4 of the way passed the intersection of Judith Rd. Ioannilli stated that her vehicle's front driver's side bumper made contact with the bicyclist. Ioannilli stated that the bicyclist was tossed off of her bike and onto the hood and windshield of her vehicle before rolling onto the ground. Ioannilli stated that she pulled her vehicle to the side of the road and went to check on the bicyclist. Judith Rd is a public way in the City of Newton that runs east and then turns south from Walnut St to Brentwood Ave. There are no traffic control devices at the intersection of Judith Rd and Brentwood Ave. Ioannilli stated that she was not injured in the crash and her vehicle did not require a tow. At the crash scene, the bicyclist , Lucia Campbell, a student a FA Day Middle School ( DOB 11/08/2006 ) was being treated in an ambulance and was transported to Boston Children's Hospital for treatment. Campbell was conscious and was able to answer questions from EMS members. Campbell stated that she was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash and that she rode her bike south on Judith Rd and was turning eastbound onto Brentwood Ave when the crash occurred. I spoke with Campbell's parents Adam Campbell and Iris Delasota who stated that their daughter was under going x rays and other tests to determine if she has internal injuries. I took photo's of the bike, Honda and crash scene and the disk was downloaded by the NPD's IT Bureau. Based upon my investigation of this crash I concluded that Ioannilli was at fault for it. I issued via US mail Ioannilli MA Uniform Citation T1446633 and cited her for a violation of MGL 90/14 failure to use care while approaching a bicyclist. Campbell's bike was turned over to her parents at the crash screen.

On Monday, May 31, 2021 at approximately 00:40hrs I, Officer Daly, along with Officer Kayla Donahue responded to a motor vehicle accident. We found the vehicles on Washington Street by Park Street. Upon arrival I observed both of the involved motor vehicles pulled off to the side of Washington Street by Park Street. I spoke with the operator of MV1 who said he was stopped at the red light when he was hit from behind by MV2. I spoke with the operator of MV2 who said she was traveling Eastbound on Washington Street traveling approximately 20mph. Operator of MV2 said she began pressing down on her breaks due to the red light but said her car continued to slide and would not stop. Operator of MV2 said it was at this point her car collided with MV1. It should be noted it was raining throughout the day and it drizzling at the time of the accident causing the roadways to be wet and slippery. Both MV1 and MV2 were towed away from the scene by Tody's. Both of the operators retrieved their valuables from their vehicles prior to the vehicles being towed away. Both of the operators did not sustain any injuries. The passenger of MV1 began feeling ill while on scene and was transported to Newton Wellesley Hospital by Fallon Medics.

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.

On Tuesday, June 22, 2021, while on patrol in Traffic unit N525, I observed a motor vehicle crash at the intersection of Washington Street and Armory Street, Newton. Washington Street and Armory Street 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 was wet. While parked in the Armory Street side parking lot (W) 1121 Washington Street, I observed a white 2016 Mazda CX-3 (MA: 1924DD) accelerate from it's stopped position on Armory Street and onto Washington Street to merge into traffic. I then observed the Mazda's front driver side bumper/fender/wheel area crash into the front passenger side bumper/fender/wheel area of a passing 2016 black Ford Fusion (MA: 3ZJ461) . The Ford was traveling on Washington Street (W) and had the right of way. The operator of the Mazda, Ms. Marcella Velasco (S28312041) was provided Massachusetts Uniform Citation 047509AB in hand for Chapter 89, Section 9 (Fail to Yield to the Right of Way). The Mazda was removed from the roadway by Tody's Towing. I provide transportation for Ms. Velasco to the Enterprise Rent-A-Car located at 1229 Washington Street, Newton due to her vehicle being disabled.

Operator of MV1 stated they were driving Northbound on Centre St. when they attempted to take a right turn Eastbound onto Franklin St. Operator of MV1 stated MV2 rear ended their vehicle as they were turning. There was minor damage to the left rear of MV1. Operator of MV2 stated they were driving Northbound on Centre St. when they hit the left rear of MV1. MV2 stated the road was slippery from the rain which caused their vehicle to slide on the roadway. There was minor damage to the left rear of MV1 and front right of MV2. There were no injuries and no tows.

Operator stated he was driving west on Charlesbank Rd and was attempting to make a left turn onto St James St when he struck the concrete island barrier that divides east and west traffic to Charelesbank Rd. Operator further stated due to his windshield fogging up from the weather/heavy rain he didn't see the island barrier. This vehicle I found out after the operator left with a LYFT driver was a short time rental from KYLAS Auto body, #819 MAIN St Brockton Ma. I contacted that business and spoke with the receptionist, named Ariann. I informed her about the accident and that I didn't identify the operator for my report. She was going to attempt to contact the person who rented the vehicle and get back to me. The person that rented the vehicle was a woman out of Brockton. KYLAS Auto was going to contact her to identify the person who she allowed to drive the vehicle this morning. The woman identified by KYLA'S Auto body as the person who rented the involved vehicle was a Maria Amado, 234 Green St, Brockton Ma. 02301. Kyla's Auto body will be going after her insurance carrier for the damage to their vehicle.

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.

THE OPERATOR OF MV#1 STATED THAT HE WAS TRAVELING N/B DOWN ALBEMARLE RD WHEN HIS VEHICLE FLOATED OFF THE ROADWAY INTO CHEESECAKE BROOKE. THE ROAD WAS COMPLETELY FLOODED AT THE TIME DUE TO HEAVY RAIN. THE VEHICLE WAS ALMOST COMPLETELY SUBMERGED UNDER WATER. THE OPERATOR GOT OUT OF THE VEHICLE THROUGH HIS SUN ROOF BECAUSE HE WAS TRAPPED. THE OPERATOR STATE ED THAT HE WAS NOT INJURED. MV#1 WAS FLOODED INSIDE AND WITH THE CURRENT IT WAS PUSHED UNDER THE FOOT BRIDGE WHICH CAUSED MAJOR DAMAGE TO IT. TRAFFIC RESPONDED AND TOOK PICTURES. TODY'S RESPONDED WITH THE FIRE DEPARTMENT TO LIFT MV#1 OUT OF THE BROOK. MV#1 WAS TOWED TO THE TOW YARD. MEDICS DID NOT RESPOND SO THERE WAS NO PATIENT REFUSAL.

ON 8-20-21 AT APPROX. 0817HRS. WHILE WORKING N492 I TOOK A REPORT FOR MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENT. UPON ARRIVAL AT THE INTERSECTION OF WALTHAM AND DERBY I SPOKE TO THE OPERATOR OF VEHICLE #1. DRIVER STATES HE WAS TRAVELING S-BOUND ON WALTHAM. HE STOPPED AT THE INTERSECTION TO LET A BICYCLIST CROSS THE STREET AND WHEN HE STOPPED HE WAS HIT IN THE REAR BY VEHICLE #2. VEHICLE #2 STATES SHE WAS TRAVELING S-BOUND ON WALTHAM ST AND HAD STOPPED BEHIND VEHICLE #1. SHE STATES SHE WAS HIT IN THE REAR BY VEHICLE #3 AND THAT PUSHED HER INTO HITTING VEHICLE #1. VEHICLE #3 STATES SHE WAS TRAVELING S-BOUND ON WALTHAM. SHE SAW VEHICLES #1 AND #2 STOP. WHEN SHE WENT TO BRAKE SHE STATES HER VEHICLE SLID ON THE WET SURFACE ( IT HAD RAINED OVERNIGHT ) AND SHE WAS UNABLE TO AVOID HITTING VEHICLE #2. VEHICLE #1 HAD LEFT REAR FENDER DAMAGE. VEHICLE #2 HAD EXTENSIVE FRONT AND REAR END DAMAGE AND WAS TOWED BY TODYS. VEHICLE #3 HAD MINOR FRONT END DAMAGE AND WAS TOWED BY AAA TOWING. ALL PARTIES REPORTED NO INJURIES. ALL PARTIES ADVISED TO CONTACT THEIR INSURANCE COMPANIES. CLEARED WITHOUT FURTHER INCIDENT.

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

On Wednesday, September 1, 2021, while assigned to marked unit N525, I responded to the area of 1488 Washington Street, Newton for a report of a motor vehicle crash involving a school bus. The weather at the time of the crash was cloudy was light rain. The road surface was wet. Washington Street is a public way maintained by the City of Newton. The operator of MV1, Fanes Nerestant (S47503048) stated he was operating a City of Boston owned 2012 Chevrolet School Bus (MA SBN: SB37810) west on Washington Street towards the Learning Prep. Mr. Nerestant stated he slowed his vehicle down and put on his right direction to take a right turn into the parking lot at 1488 Washington Street to pick up students at the Learning Prep School. Mr. Nerestant stated he then felt impact from the back of the bus and heard a "boom". Mr. Nerestant was transported to Newton Wellesley Hospital for neck and back pain. I observed minor damage to the rear driver side bumper/fender area. There were no other occupants on the bus at the time of the crash. The operator of MV2, Mr. Allen Simon (S44212695) stated he was operating his 2018 Nissan Altima (MA: CS12BM) west on Washington Street near 1488 Washington Street. Mr. Simon stated the school bus in front of him in his travel lane abruptly stopped to make a turn and he was unable to avoid crashing into the vehicle. MV2's front passenger side front end sustained heavy damage as a result of the collison. Mr. Simon reported no injuries. MV2 was removed from the roadway by Tody's towing. Mr. Simon stated his vehicle had a camera in it at the time of the crash and Mr. Simon stated he would forward the footage of the crash to me.

The operators of MV 2, 3 and 4 were all stopped in traffic on Centre St. by Nathan Rd. Traffic was moderate at the time of the accident, it was raining steadily and the roads were wet. The operator of MV 1 identified as Jon Schroeder stated he was travelling south on Centre St. and attempted to brake as the car in front of him (MV2) stopped, but due to the weather he wasn't able to stop in time and his mv struck MV3 in the rear causing moderate damage. Due to the impact, MV 2 struck MV 3 in the rear causing moderate damage. MV3 was also pushed into MV 4 due to the impact causing moderate damage. The operator of MV2 identified as Carolyn Cimino, was transported to NWH for further evaluation and all other operators signed patient refusals. No vehicles were towed.

On 9/9/21, at 1614 hrs, Newton Police and Fire personnel responded to Lowell Ave. at Austin S. for a motor vehicle accident involving a City of Newton student transportation van. Upon arrival, all involved parties including students reported no injuries. Each student's guardian was contacted and responded to the scene to sign a patient refusal and take custody of their child. The operator of MV#1 stated he made a complete stop at the stop sign on Austin St. prior to crossing westbound over Lowell Ave. As MV#1 proceeded across the intersection he was struck on the passenger side by MV#2 (JCS transport van) which was traveling south on Lowell Ave. The operator of MV#2 stated he was traveling south on Lowell Ave. approaching the intersection of Austin St. when he observed MV#1 crossing westbound on Lowell Ave. The operator of MV#2 stated due to the rain and slick conditions he could not stop his vehicle in time prior to colliding into MV#1. No damage was observed to MV#2 (JCS transportation van) however MV#1 sustained damage to its passenger side front and rear door. Both vehicles were able to be driven from the scene. Pictures of the damage were captured on the N492 camera and will be attached to this report. Both operators were given directions on how to obtain a copy of this report.

MV1 was traveling southbound on Centre St in traffic near the intersection of Centre St @ Ward St. MV2 was also traveling southbound on Centre St. MV2 operator stated due to the road way conditions of rain, her tires did not catch the roadway and when she applied the breaks her tires slipped due to the rain. MV2 attempted to stop but was not able to and rear ended MV1.

MV#1 was traveling south on Centre St. MV#2 was traveling north on Centre St. MV#2 crossed the double yellow lines and crashed into MV#1. Operator of MV#1 stated that he while he was traveling south on Centre St, he observed MV#2 cross the lines and strike him. Operator of MV#2 stated that while he was traveling north on Centre St, he lost control of his vehicle. Operator of MV#2 stated he lost control due to the heavy rain fall that was occurring. Operator of MV#2 stated that after he lost control of his vehicle, he crashed into MV#1. Both parties signed a patient refusal with medics. Both vehicles were towed off scene by Todys.

ON 10-26-21 AT APPROX. 1447HRS. WHILE WORKING N492 I TOOK A REPORT FOR MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENT. UPON ARRIVAL AT THE INTERSECTION OF WALNUT AND WASHINGTON ST. I SPOKE TO THE OPERATOR OF VEHICLE #1. DRIVER STATES HE WAS TRAVELING S-BOUND ON WALNUT AND STOPPED AT THE RED LIGHT. WHILE STOPPED DRIVER STATES HE WAS HIT IN THE REAR BY VEHICLE #2. VEHICLE #2 STATES SHE WAS TRAVELING S-BOUND ON WALNUT ST. WHEN SHE WENT TO STOP SHE APPLIED THE BRAKES AND SLID ON THE WET PAVEMENT ( IT HAD BEEN RAINING FOR 24 HOURS ) AND WAS UNABLE TO AVOID HITTING VEHICLE #1. VEHICLE #1 HAD MINOR RIGHT REAR DAMAGE. VEHICLE #2 HAD LEFT FRONT BUMPER AND CENTER DAMAGE. ALL PARTIES REPORTED NO INJURIES. ALL PARTIES ADVISED TO CONTACT THEIR INSURANCE AGENCY. ALL VEHICLES WERE OPERATIONAL AND LEFT THE SCENE WITHOUT ADDITIONAL ASSISTANCE. CLEARED WITHOUT FURTHER INCIDENT.

On Wednesday October 27, 2021 at approximately 0807 hours I responded to Cherry St at Derby St (both public ways) for a two car motor vehicle accident. Be advised at this time the weather was very rainy and cloudy, and the roads were covered in leafs and were wet. MV1 was operating on Cherry St northbound by the Derby St intersection behind MV2. MV1 operator stated he stopped as the intersection traffic light was turning yellow. MV1 operator stated he stopped with at least one car length between his MV at the intersection. MV1 operator stated MV2 continued halfway through the intersection but stopped as the light was turning yellow. MV1 operator stated after MV2 stopped in the middle of the intersection, it reversed backwards and struck his MV. MV1 sustained extensive front end damage and was towed by Todys. MV1 operator reported no injuries at this time. MV2 operator stated she was on Cherry St northbound at the Derby St intersection. MV2 operator stated when the intersection traffic lights turned yellow she stopped in the middle of the intersection, and put her MV in reverse. MV2 operator stated because of the slippery and wet road conditions, her MV reversed too quickly and slid, striking MV1 which was already stopped behind her. MV2 sustained minor rear end damage and did not require a tow. MV2 operator reported no injuries at this time,

Operator 1 states he was traveling in MV1 east on River Street on the way to the airport. Operator 1 states it was dark and raining and did not see MV2 parked on the side of the street, until he struck it. MV1 pushed MV2 approx. 15-20 feet where they both came to rest next to each other. No reported injuries, Medics evaluated and obtained a refusal die to airbag deployment. Both vehicles were towed by Tody's. NFD put speedy dry on a small spill.

MV 1 was traveling straight eastbound on Washington St when he began to spin out due to the icy rainy conditons of the road. MV spun out into a 360 degree circle and collisoned its rear left side with a light pole on the side of Washington St. The operator of MV 1 was not injured. MV 1 sustained major damage to the entire rear of the vehicle and disabled it. The light pole sustained major damage and had to be removed by Dagle. MV 1 was towed by Tody's due to it being disabled on a public way.

On Thursday, January 20, 2022, while assigned to Traffic unit N525, I responded to the area of 1446 Beacon Street, Newton for a report of an MVA involving a City of Newton contracted school bus. The weather at the time of the crash was light rain. The road surface was wet. Beacon Street is a public way maintained by the City of Newton. I spoke with the operator of MV1, Mr. Ralph Ghera (S43446773). Mr. Ghera stated he is a driver for JSC Transportation (contracted by the City of Newton) and was picking up a student to transport them to Newton South High School. Mr. Ghera stated his vehicle, a 2019 Ford Transit Van (MA SPN: 109403 ), was parked in front of Beacon Street (E) with it's red flashing lights activated while Ms. Ella Glennon was entering the vehicle for transport. At this time, MV2 (2020 Lincoln Aviator (MA: 3AB494) travelled past MV1 Eastbound on Beacon Street and disregarded the flashing lights that were activated on the van. MV2's front passenger side door mirror made contact with MV1's front driver side door mirror. I observed very minor damage to the mirrors on both vehicles. No injuries were reported. I spoke with Ella's father, Ian Glennon, on scene and made him aware of his daughters involvement in the crash. Mr. Glennon stated his daughter was not injured. Ella was then transported to Newton South by Mr. Ghera. The operator of MV2, Mr. Yipei Zhang (S13848781), was issued Massachusetts Uniform Citation 265793AB in hand for Chapter 90, Section 14 (Fail to stop for a school bus). Photos were taken and submitted to the IT Bureau.

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.

On Thursday March 24th 2022, at approximately 1126 hours i responded to the area of 380 Watertown Street for a minor motor vehicle accident involving a city vehicle. At the time of the accident the weather was rainy and the road surfaced was wet. Watertown Street is owned and maintained by the City of Newton. Upon arrival I spoke with the operator of the City of Newton DPW truck identified as Kelvin Sanders. Kelvin stated he was operating MAR REG M2526A travelling east on Watertown Street. Kelvin stated a parked vehicle on his right opened the drivers side door and struck the passenger side mirror of his truck causing minor damage. The operator of the parked vehicle identified as George Hoffman stated he was parked and opened his drivers side door and was unsure if he struck the DPW truck or the DPW truck struck his door. Minor damage to the drivers side door and panel were photographed as well as the minor damage to the DPW truck. No injuries were reported and all vehicles were able to leave the scene without further incident. Photos were sent to the IT Bureau.

On Friday April 1st 2022 at approximately 0814 I responded to Crafts Street and Waltham Street for a minor motor vehicle accident involving a City of Newton DPW vehicle. At the time of the accident the weather was rainy and the road surface was wet. Crafts Street and Waltham Street are both owned and maintained by the City of Newton. The operator of the city vehicle (MV1) identified as Rodolfo Marquez stated he was stopped at the red light on Waltham Street at Crafts Street waiting to go straight onto Harding Street. Marquez stated he was struck from behind by MV2. Minor damage was reported from the rear passenger side corner of the trailer that was attached to the city vehicle. The operator of MV2 identified as Theodore Tsacoyianis stated he was behind MV1 on Waltham Street and was trying to take the right onto Waltham Street and struck the corner of the trailer. Minor damage to the front drivers side was reported. Pictures of the damage to both vehicles were taken and submitted to the IT Bureau. No injuries were reported.

On Friday April 8, 2022 at approximately 1230 hours I was dispatched to 36 Glen Ave for a single car MVA into a stone wall. The sky was clear at this time of day but the roads were wet due to a previous rain storm. Witness stated MV1 was operating southbound on Glen Ave (public way) prior to 36 Glen Ave at approximately 40mph. Be advised the speed limit of Glen Ave is 25mph. Witness said MV1 crossed into the northbound lane, and operated through the driveway entrance and into the stone wall belonging to Glen Ave Association. Witness stated there were no other MVs on the road at this time and they were unsure if MV1 operator was on their cellphone while driving. Witness stated MV1 operator crawled out from the vehicle and there were no one else involved or in the car. MV1 sustained heavy and extensive front end damage, and was towed by Todys. MV1 operator stated they only had chest pains, and was not suffering from any head or neck injury at this time. Due to the nature of the incident and quick response by Newton Medics, I was unable to speak to MV1 operator, who was transported to Newton-Wellesley Hospital. I was able to speak to an employee of Glen Ave Association and advised them of the incident. The employee was the manager and they stated the damage to their stone wall was approximately $5,000 USD, and their telephone extension was x200. The employee was given the accident report number.

On Wednesday, June 1, 2022, while assigned to Traffic unit N525, I responded to the intersection of Commonwealth Avenue and Temple Street, Newton, for a report of a motor vehicle crash involving a City of Newton contracted school bus with students onboard. At the time of the crash there was a light rain falling with overcast conditions. The road surface was wet. Commonwealth Avenue and Temple Street are both public ways maintained by the City of Newton. I spoke with the operator of MV1, Ms. Brenda Keefe (S95491012). Ms. Keefe stated he was operating a 2018 Ford Transit van (MA SPN: SP109407) owned by JSC Transportation at the time of the crash. JSC Transportation is contracted by the City of Newton to transport Newton Public School students. Ms. Keefe stated she was traveling on Commonwealth Avenue (W) past Temple Street when a vehicle exited Temple Street right in front of her vehicle. Ms. Keefe stated she did not have time to stop and avoid the collision. The front end of MV1 crashed into the driver side of MV2. At the time of the crash, there were two students from Zervas Elementary School being transported by Ms. Keefe and a bus monitor, Ms. Emily Scofield (S96767671). The students being transported were Andre Toossi Zacarias and Daniel Alvarado. No injuries were reported by any of the occupants of MV1. Daniel and Andre were evaluated by Newton Medics and transported from the area by a parent. I observed significant damage to the entire front end of MV1. Tody's Towing responded and removed the vehicle from the roadway. The operator of MV2, Mr. William Harrigan (S77851597), stated he was operating his 2009 Toyota Yaris (MA: 2YGG77) on Temple Street (N) towards Commonwealth Avenue. Mr. Harrigan stated he came to a stop at the intersection on Temple Street, and then proceeded to enter Commonwealth Avenue to take a left turn. Mr. Hannigan stated when he entered Commonwealth Avenue and did not see MV1 traveling towards him. Mr. Hannigan stated MV1 crashed into his driver side. I observed significant damage to the entire driver side of MV2. Mr. Harrigan initially signed a patient refusal with Newton Medics, but then was transported to Newton Wellesley Hospital for evaluation. Tody's towing responded and removed MV2 from the roadway. The operator of MV3, Ms. Mary Potere (S96201952), stated she was traveling on Commonwealth Avenue (E) towards Temple Street in her 2018 Toyota Camry (MA: 18FW37). Ms. Potere stated MV2 entered the roadway in front of MV1 as it was traveling on Commonwealth Avenue (W) from Temple Street (S), and MV1 could not avoid the collision. MV2 crashed into MV3's driver side after MV2 was hit by MV1. Ms. Potere was transported to Newton Wellesley Hospital by Newton Medics for a potential head and neck injury. I observed damage to the front end and driver side of MV3. Tody's towing responded and removed MV3 from the roadway. I spoke with a witness to the crash, Ms. Susan Flicop. Ms. Flicop stated she was traveling behind MV1 on Commonwealth Avenue (W) at the time of the crash. Ms. Flicop stated she observed MV2 stopped on Temple Street ahead of MV1, and MV2 was "edging out" onto Commonwealth Avenue. Ms. Flicop stated MV2 entered Commonwealth Avenue in front of MV1, and MV1 did not have time to stop. Ms. Flicop stated MV1 crashed into MV2's driver side and pushed the vehicle back. Ms. Flicop stated at this time, MV3 was traveling on Commonwealth Avenue (E) and was hit by one of the vehicles. Ms. Flicop stated once MV2 came to a stop in the roadway, it rolled back onto the medium off the roadway. After speaking with all parties involved, I have surmised that Mr. Harrigan failed to use care while entering the roadway prior to the crash. Mr. Harrigan did not yield to MV1's right of way while she was traveling on Commonwealth Avenue, resulting in the collision. Mr. Harrigan was provided with Massachusetts Uniform Citation 455661AB in hand for Chapter 89, Section 8 (Fail to Yield to Right of Way), and Newton City Ordinance Chapter 19, Section 75 (Fail to Use Care). Photos were taken of the crash scene and submitted to the IT Bureau.

On Friday June 3rd, 2022 at approximately 0948 hours I responded to a two car motor vehicle accident at the intersection of Commonwealth Avenue and Dartmouth Street. Both streets are owned and maintained by the city of newton. At the time of the accident the weather was rainy and the road surface was wet. Upon arrival I spoke with the operator of MV1, identified as Maxine Rosenberg. Maxine stated she was operating her 2015 Lexus MA Reg 1PK624. Maxine stated she was traveling westbound on Commonwealth Avenue when MV2 attempted to cross over Dartmouth Street and struck her passenger side. MV1 sustained moderate passenger side damage and a flat tire. MV1 was towed by Todys. Maxine and her passenger Carol Bikofsky stated they were not injured. I spoke with he operator of MV2, identified as Luis Javier Perez Caban. Luis stated he was operating a rental car GA reg CMX8746, a 2020 Dodge Journey owned by EAN Holdings LLC. Luis stated he was traveling southbound on Dartmouth Street and was attempting to cross over Commonwealth Avenue and did not see MV1 until the collision. MV2 had heavy front end damage and was towed by Todys. Luis reported no injuries. Towed motor vehicle forms were completed and submitted.