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More 'Peeping Tom' Reports In Dover, Needham: Police

Police say residents in both towns have reported seeing a man lurking in their back or side yards.

DOVER, MA – Police in Dover and Needham are investigating a series of peeping Tom incidents reported in both towns, according to the Dover Police Department. Homeowners have reported seeing a man lurking in their back or side yards.

The first incident was reported in Needham late last month. Dover Police have confirmed that homeowners have reported seeing a man lurking in their back and side yards. The man fled the area each time he was discovered, police said. The report is similar to ones received by the Needham Police Department.

He is described as a white or light-skinned male in his late teens or early 20s with a thin build.

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Residents are reminded to keep their shades drawn at night, lock their doors and leave outside lights on.Anyone who sees anything suspicious is asked to call 911.


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