Crime & Safety

Graffiti Found on Local School's Sign

Plus, baby ducks in a bush and kids throwing items at motor vehicles.

Wednesday, June 3

At 1:30 a.m., graffiti was discovered under the main sign at Austin Prep.

At 2:29 a.m., the pharmacy drawer was open at Rite-Aid, but no access could be gained.

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At 8:45 a.m., a resident cleaning out a closet came upon an antique gun.

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At 9:32 a.m., baby ducks were reported to be in a bush on a front lawn.

At 9:52 a.m., the animal control officer was notified of a deceased duck.

At 12:54 p.m., a man came into the station to report kids throwing objects at motor vehicles near Salem Street and Bay State Road.

At 7:37 p.m., police made an arrest as a result of a traffic stop.

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