Dedham Police Log: Police Find Man in Donation Bin, Hit and Run, and More

September 10

7:40 p.m - A hit and run was reported near CVS on Route 1. The driver of the vehicle that was hit was able to take a photo of the license plate of the vehicle that fled. After the driver called the station at 10:09 p.m. to report the crash, please learned that she had a suspended license. Due to the status of the license and fleeing a crash that caused damage, police will be seeking a hearing at Dedham District Court.

September 11

5:07 p.m. - During a traffic stop on Sprague Street, a driver received a citation for speeding.

September 12

3:27 a.m. - An officer on Pine Street observed a Volkswagen minivan parked adjacent to three donation bins at St. Susanna Church. The driver told police that he was donating children’s clothing on his way home from his girlfriend’s apartment. Police asked where she lived and the suspect said Main Street while pointing towards Needham. Police say his answers to simple questions were inconsistent. After he was sent on his way, the officer parked in a dark area about 50 feet away from the bins. At about 4:15 a.m., a person was seen emerging from one of the bins. As the officer informed dispatch, the man noticed the police cruiser and fled towards the woods near Pine Street. No charges were filed but the officer will be seeking a hearing.

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