Crime & Safety
Dunkin' Donuts Fight, Shoplifting, And More: Needham Police Log
The following is from the Needham Police Log. Arrests and charges mentioned don't imply conviction.

October 19
4:30 p.m. - An officer responded to a Hazel Lane address for the report of a past larceny. The reporting party who stated they believe their wallet was stolen out of their bag at a Highland Avenue restaurant. They also stated they have been receiving notifications about fraudulent charges on their credit cards since their wallet was stolen. The reporting party was advised to cancel their credit cards and contact the card companies to report the fraudulent charges. The matter is under investigation.
5:00 p.m. - An officer was dispatched to the dead end of May Street for the report of several teens that had just entered the wooded area carrying backpacks. After locating and identifying all parties involved, two Needham residents, an 18-year-old man and an 18-year-old woman, were issued summons for minor in possession of alcohol. A 16-year-old man was issued a civil citation for possession of marijuana.
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October 20
5:52 p.m. - A Hunnewell Street resident entered HQ to report someone had attempted to open a credit card using her identity. Credit card company caught the attempt before the card could be used.
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October 21
9:40 a.m. - An officer was dispatched to Dunkin’ Donuts on Chestnut Street for a past disturbance. It was a verbal argument over who was next in line that became physical. The victim stated she was punched before the other person left the store. The matter is under investigation.
6:45 p.m. - An officer responded to a Needham Square business for a report of a shoplifting of baby formula. Party left in a motor vehicle and the plate number was obtained by an employee. The matter is under investigation.
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