State Police Warn of Drug Prevention Phone Scam

Here's what area residents need to know about this phone scam.

Residents Report Packages Stolen from Porches

Here's the latest from the Swampscott Police Department log.

Swampscott Man Indicted for Embezzlement, Wage Law Violations

The Swampscott resident and his partner allegedly withheld $100,000 from their workers and never invested it in retirement funds.

More Residential Break-Ins Reported in Town

Here's the latest from the Swampscott Police Department log.

Watch For Suspicious Van in Wake of Recent Break-Ins, Police Advise

Multiple homes have been burglarized lately, according to police.

Strange Voices in the Backyard, An Arrest, Kids on the Football Field

Here's the latest from the Swampscott Police Department log.

State Police Sobriety Checkpoint Planned For Next Weekend

State police officials are not saying where, but they are saying when.

Suspicious Van, Broken Manhole Cover, Damaged Grass

Here's the latest from the Swampscott Police Department log.

Alert Neighbor Helps Save Swampscott Family's Home

A fire that started in the garage didn't have a chance to spread to the main home.

OMGPD: Detective Caught with Pants Down, Sore Loser Steelers Coach, and More

Take a look at some of the unusual, funny and just plain strange police reports from around the commonwealth.

Screaming Woman Causes a Disturbance Late One Night

Here's the latest from the Swampscott Police Department log.

Man Injured In Fight, Arrested for Assault and Battery

Check out the latest from the Swawmpscott Police Department.

Police Make OUI Arrest After a Passerby Reports a Hit-and-Run

Check out the latest from the Swampscott Police Department.

Caller Reports Someone Throwing Rocks at Vehicles

Check out the latest from the Swampscott Police Department log.

Swampscott Police Help Arrest Marblehead B&E Suspect

A 21-year-old Lynn man is facing several charges related to the incident on Tuesday.

Lynn Man Charged with Stealing Motor Bike, Carrying a Knife

Check out the latest from the Swampscott Police Department log.

Skin From 'A Really Large Snake' Found in Swampscott

Swampscott Animal Control Officer Diane Treadwell said she hasn't found any other signs of the snake in the area.

Swampscott Firefighters Rescue Dog from Hot Car

The calls come in often, but this was the first time this summer firefighters had to break into a vehicle.

Late-Night Shoplifting Arrest and a Loud Party at the Pool

Plus, cleaning the phone leads to an accidental 911 call.

Did Your Cockatiel Fly the Coop?

Swampscott Animal Control picked up the bird earlier this week.

Man 'Doesn't Look Too Healthy,' Homeless Man Behind a Dumpster and A Sick Cat

Check out the latest from the Swampscott Police Department.

Big Snake Skins, A Found Parrot and An Arrest

Check out the latest from the Swampscott Police Department log.

Strange Man Rings Resident's Doorbell After Midnight, Requests Help

Plus, stolen bicycles, men fighting and a cooler full of beer cans.

Officer Finds About 50 Books Stacked on Library Stairs Late at Night

Plus, a contractor blocked the road and a triple noise complaint

Sobriety Checkpoints Planned for Labor Day Weekend

If you're planning Labor Day weekend travel, be aware that checkpoints are planned in both Middlesex and Worcester counties.

OMGOD: Public Porn, Pregnant Woman Threatened, and More

Take a look at some of the unusual, funny and just plain strange police reports from around the commonwealth.

Warrant Arrest, Sparking Wire, Fleeing the Scene of a Crash

Check out the latest from the Swampscott Police Department log.

Teenagers Drinking, Smoking Weed and Bothering Neighbors

Here's the latest from the Swampscott Police Department log.

Dog Found Tied to a Bench at the Beach

Plus, a car vandalized for the second time, a strong smell of gas, and a shoplifter reported.

Deadly Drug Disguised as Candy Spreading Across Country

Local police are warning parents to watch out for "flakka," which can cause paranoia, "excited delirium" and death, even in small amounts.

Shoplifting Arrest, Wire 'Exploded' on the Ground, Suspicious Window

Check out the latest from the Swampscott Police Department log.

Lynn Police Asking For Help Finding Missing Missionary Woman

Joanna Soriano was last seen in Lynn last Tuesday.

Car Crash, Possible Scam, Found Windsurfing Gear

Check out the latest from the Swampscott Police Department log.

ICYMI: Route 1A Southbound Traffic Will Be Detoured Beginning Monday

The detour is to allow for a drainage project in the area.

A Man Offers A Teen Girl Money to Ride With Him to Salem

Plus, reminding a kid to wear a bike helmet, stolen checks and an OUI arrest.

Caller Reports A Trespasser Slept in His Basement

Plus, a man going through the trash, a dog in distress and more.

Stolen Moped, Abandoned Bicycle and a Motor Vehicle Break-In

Here's the latest from the Swampscott Police Department.

Caller Suspects Ex's Girlfriend of Using Her Personal Info

Check out the latest from the Swampscott Police Department log.

State Police: Essex County Sobriety Checkpoint Coming This Weekend

The checkpoint will be held Saturday, Aug. 22, into Sunday, Aug. 23.

Drainage Project Will Significantly Affect Swampscott Traffic

If you're a frequent driver on Route 1A, you'll need to rethink your route.