MBTA Transit Police crime statistics 2013 vs. 2014 first 6 months

First Half 2013 vs. 2014 by tpdnews411

Boston man arrested for Lewdness

Ronald Foster

On April 11, 2014 a female victim reported to Transit Police the following: after boarding an inbound Green Line trolley at Haymarket MBTA station at approximately 8:30PM she noticed a male seated directly across from her. The male reached into pants, exposed himself and began masturbating. The male exited at Park Street station. On April 28, 2014 we posted photographs (see posting here) seeking assistance in the identification of the offending male.

Subsequent to an investigation by Transit Police detectives Ronald Foster, 50, of Boston was arrested relative to the above described incident on 07/27/2014 near the Boylston MBTA station. Foster was transported to Transit Police HQ for the arrest booking process and is expected to be arraigned sometime today in Boston Municipal Court-Central Division for Open & Gross Lewdness.

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The events listed above are allegations; All defendants are presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.

Point of Entry Policing- JFK/UMass station

Eric Barrett

On July 24, 2014 at approximately 5:45PM Transit Police officers working in Area 3 were conducting Point of Entry Policing at the MBTA's JFK/UMass station. While there they observed a male, later identified as Eric Barrett, 32, of East Boston fare evade by "piggybacking" in behind a paying patron. Officers approached Barrett for the purpose of issuing a citation and subsequently discovered there was a warrant in existence for Barrett's arrest issued from Lynn District Court for Malicious Destruction of Property over 250.00. Barrett was placed into custody and transported to Transit Police HQ for the arrest booking process.

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The events listed above are allegations; All defendants are presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.

UPDATE ** Subject identified. Arrest made.

Peter Clancy

On July 23, 2014 we posted photographs of individuals of interest relative to a bicycle larceny which occurred at Davis Sq, MBTA station (see posting here).  On July 24, 2014 at approximately 8:30PM Transit Police officers responded to Davis Sq, MBTA based on an anonymous tip received via our Text a Tip line (873873). Upon arrival officers located a male, later identified as Peter Clancy, 52, of Arlington  and positively identified him as one of the subjects responsible for the bike theft. Clancy was placed into custody and transported to Transit Police HQ for the arrest booking process. It is expected Clancy will be arraigned sometime today in Somerville District Court for Larceny of a Bicycle.


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The events listed above are allegations; All defendants are presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.

Help us ID these two bicycle thieves !! Contact us if you know/recognize them.

Transit Police Detectives are seeking the identity of the individuals depicted within. If you know the whereabouts or identity of these individuals please contact our Criminal Investigations Unit at 617-222-1050. If you would like to assist our investigators but wish to remain anonymous you can always text us your tip to 873873 or use the anonymous feature on our SeeSay app.

On Tuesday, July 1, 2014, between 4:45 PM & 5:00 PM, the two subjects depicted within were observed on surveillance video stealing two (2) bicycles from the bike racks located on the Holland Street side of Davis MBTA Station in Somerville.

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The events listed above are allegations; All defendants are presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.

Bicycle Thief !!! Do you recognize/know him. Please contact us.

Transit Police Detectives are seeking the identity of the individual depicted within. If you know the whereabouts or identity of this individual please contact our Criminal Investigations Unit at 617-222-1050. If you would like to assist our investigators but wish to remain anonymous you can always text us your tip to 873873 or use the anonymous feature on our SeeSay app.

On Saturday, July 5, 2014, at approximately 1:17 PM, the subject depicted within stole a locked, yellow Dahon Brand folding bicycle from Back Bay MBTA Station.

The subject is described as follows:
      A black male with a medium build, approximately 5’08’’ in height, wearing an off-white bucket style hat, a green polo shirt, grey shorts, grey sneakers with white soles, and carrying a black bag. 

  
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The events listed above are allegations; All defendants are presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.

  

Missing Person Alert: Edward Bullock

Edward Bullock

The Boston Police Department is seeking the public’s help in their efforts to locate 67 year-old Edward Bullock who was last seen in the area of his home at 35 Lamson Street in East Boston. Mr. Bullock is 5'8" tall and weighs 145 lbs. According to family members, Mr. Bullock has been missing for several days. When last seen, Bullock was wearing a light colored shirt, jeans and black sneakers. At times, Mr. Bullock is known to wear glasses. Mr. Bullock suffers from Alzheimers and has a history of running away. Anyone who sees Mr. Bullock is asked to call Boston Police District A-7 detectives at (617) 343-4234. If you see Mr.Bullock on the MBTA please contact us immediately at 617-222-1212 and provide your location and the person whom you are calling about. tpdnews. 

Boston man wanted for shooting incident at Stony Brook station. Contact us if you know his whereabouts.

Justin Hollingsworth

On July 7, 2014 at approximately 8PM Transit Police officers received a radio call to respond to MBTA Stony Brook station for a report of a person shot (for further details follow this link). Subsequent to an investigation Transit Police detectives have secured an arrest warrant for Justin Hollingsworth, 22, of Boston for Assault & Battery by means of a Dangerous Weapon (Firearm) and multiple other firearm related charges relative to the incident at Stony Brook station on July 7, 2014.

If you have any information concerning the whereabouts of Hollingsworth please contact our Criminal Investigations Unit at 617-222-1050. If you have information but wish to remain anonymous simply text us your tip @873873 (100% anonymous). If you should observe Hollingsworth on the MBTA or elsewhere please call 617-222-1212 or 911 and notify the call taker of your location and the individual you are calling about.

Justin Hollingworth

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The events listed above are allegations; All defendants are presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.

Mattapan man wanted for numerous charges arrested at Jackson Sq.

Fernando Bossa

On July 16, 2014 at approximately 2:50PM a Transit Police officer (known for his ability to identify wanted people within crowds) working in Area 4 was on patrol at Jackson Sq. MBTA station. While there the officer observed a male on the platform whom he believed had warrants for his arrest. The officer approached the male, identified as Fernando Bossa, 29, of Mattapan and confirmed Bossa was indeed a wanted man. In fact Bossa had numerous warrants in existence for his arrest. They are as follows; Credit Card Fraud under 250.00 (8) counts, Credit Card Fraud Over 250.00 (6) counts, Identity Fraud (6) counts, Larceny from a Building, Larceny from the Person and Attempt to Commit a Crime. All warrants were issued from Cambridge District Court. Bossa was placed into custody and transported to Transit Police HQ for the arrest booking process.

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Decisive actions of Transit Police officers rescue the day.

On July 16, 2014 at approximately 4PM a Transit Police officer assigned to the TPD's communication center, located at the department's Headquarter's in Roxbury, received a call from the Massachusetts State Police seeking assistance. The TPD officer was informed there was an unresponsive 2 year old in a vehicle ( vicinity of

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93 Southbound overpass) and may be possibly behind Transit Police HQ's. The quick thinking officer immediately proceeded to the rear of HQ and located the vehicle. The officer took the toddler, who was breathing but not alert, from his grandmother and raced the child into Transit Police HQ's building. Another Transit Police officer, who worked previously as an EMT for the City of Boston, assisted and recognized the child was seizing.

Boston EMS responded and took over care of the toddler. The toddler was transported to a local area hospital for further evaluation but is doing just fine thanks in part to decisive actions taken by the officers. Great job guys !!

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If you recognize these individuals please contact us.

Transit Police Detectives are seeking the identity of the individuals depicted within. If you know the whereabouts or identity of these individuals please contact our Criminal Investigations Unit at 617-222-1050. If you would like to assist our investigators but wish to remain anonymous you can always text us your tip to 873873 or use the anonymous feature on our SeeSay app.

On Wednesday, July 2, 2014, the subjects depicted within fraudulently purchased a MBTA Commuter Rail Monthly Pass and a Charlie Card using a stolen credit card.

The subjects are described as follows:

   Subject # 1, white male, medium build, wearing a black t-shirt with neon green and white lettering, dark color shorts, dark sneakers with neon green laces and a  gray baseball hat.

    Subject # 2, white male, medium build, wearing a red t-shirt, khaki shorts, gray sneaker  and a gray baseball hat.

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The events listed above are allegations; All defendants are presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.

Recognize this purse snatching thief ?? Please contact us if you do.

Transit Police Detectives are seeking the identity of the individual depicted within. If you know the whereabouts or identity of this individual please contact our Criminal Investigations Unit at 617-222-1050. If you would like to assist our investigators but wish to remain anonymous you can always text us your tip to 873873 or use the anonymous feature on our SeeSay app.

 On Friday, June 20, 2014, at approximately 11:00 PM, the male depicted within is observed stealing the purse of a commuter rail passenger at the Tavern in the Square restaurant located at South Station.
The subject is described as follows;
  Black male in his 40's with short black hair, wearing a yellow shirt and khakis    

 

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The events listed above are allegations; All defendants are presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.

 

Dorchester man arrested for "Upskirting" at DTC MBTA

Anwar Jaffar

On July 10, 2014 at approximately 9:12AM a Transit Police officer was approached at the MBTA's Downtown Crossing station by a concerned citizen wishing to report an incident. The reporting party informed the officer of the following; she exited a Red Line train and was proceeding to the Orange Line via the escalator. While on the escalator her attention was drawn to a male party directly in front of her. This male, later identified as Anwar Jaffar, 33, of Dorchester, was holding his cellular telephone under the skirt of the woman in front of him and video taping. The witness noticed a distinct light of the cell phone was illuminated and she could clearly see the victim's image displayed on Jaffar's screen. Upon disembarking the escalator Jaffar put his phone away and continued to follow closely behind the victim. As the victim began walking up the stairs to exit the station Jaffar again took his phone out and began to video tape the victim as she proceeded up the stairs.

The officer, with assistance from the witness, was able to locate Jaffar and place him into custody. Jaffar was transported to Transit Police HQ for the arrest booking process. It is expected Jaffar will be arraigned sometime today in Boston Municipal Court-Central Division for "Upskirting".

The victim was also located and informed of what had transpired.

The Transit Police heaped praise upon the witness for getting involved and following our See Something Say Something campaign.

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The events listed above are allegations; All defendants are presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.

Medford man Indicted. Statement from the Office of Attorney General

 

MEDFORD MAN INDICTED IN CONNECTION WITH MANUFACTURING, DISTRIBUTION OF COUNTERFEIT MBTA PASSES

Allegedly Distributed More than 3,000 Passes, Yielding More than $60,000 in Profit and Depriving MBTA in Excess of $225,000 in Revenue

 

            BOSTON – A Medford man has been indicted in connection with an alleged scheme to manufacture and distribute counterfeit Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) passes, Attorney General Martha Coakley announced today. He allegedly distributed more than 3,000 counterfeit passes, making more than $60,000 in personal profit and depriving the MBTA of revenue in excess of $225,000.

    Casey Kolenda, age 27, was indicted today by a Statewide Grand Jury on the charges of Counterfeiting (7 counts). He will be arraigned in Middlesex Superior Court at a later date.

   “We allege that this defendant distributed thousands of counterfeit MBTA passes, making profit for his personal gain and defrauding the Commonwealth of hundreds of thousands of dollars,” AG Coakley said.

“The vast majority of MBTA users are honest, fare-paying customers, and they deserve nothing less than our full attention to criminal activity such as this,” said MBTA Transit Police Chief Paul MacMillan. “I want our loyal customers to know that MBTA Transit Police will continue to do all we can to prevent the distribution and use of fraudulent passes.”

Kolenda was arrested on March 31 without incident at his Medford home by Massachusetts State Police assigned to the AG’s Office and MBTA Transit Police Detectives. He was arraigned on April 1 in Somerville District Court and held on $150,000 cash bail.

At the time of his arrest, Kolenda had more than 60 counterfeit April 2014 LinkPasses and almost $7,000 in cash on his person. State Police subsequently executed a search warrant at his residence and seized additional counterfeit April 2014 LinkPasses, hundreds of MBTA five-cent cards, three skimmers, and the material and computer equipment used  to manufacture the counterfeit passes. 

The investigation began in August 2013, after the MBTA Transit Police discovered the existence of hundreds of unauthorized tickets in use by riders on the MBTA’s subway and bus systems. The AG’s Office and the Massachusetts State Police joined the investigation into the production and distribution of alleged counterfeit tickets in September 2013. Through that investigation, authorities identified multiple monthly LinkPasses that were purchased legitimately and subsequently used to create hundreds of counterfeit tickets used by riders.

Authorities allege that Kolenda orchestrated a scheme to fraudulently create counterfeit $70 monthly MBTA subway and bus passes, known as “LinkPasses,” between October 2013 and March 2014. The investigation revealed that the electronic data stored on the LinkPass magnetic stripe was copied using a magnetic stripe reader, also known as a “skimmer.” The electronic data was downloaded onto the magnetic stripes of hundreds of MBTA stored-value cards that Kolenda purchased for as little as five cents at ticket kiosks.

Kolenda then allegedly disguised the counterfeit passes by applying contact paper that bore the production history of the original LinkPass, as well as the MBTA’s trademarked “T” logo. Similar in appearance and now encoded with the electronic data copied from the LinkPass, the counterfeit cards could be used at any MBTA fare gate in the same manner as the original pass.

The MBTA estimates that Kolenda is responsible for over 3,000 counterfeit MBTA passes in circulation from October 2013 through March 2014. The joint investigation revealed that these counterfeit passes bearing the electronic data of the original were distributed and used on a monthly basis by MBTA riders, sometimes more than 15,000 times in one month. Investigators estimate that the lost revenue attributable to the counterfeit tickets manufactured and distributed by Kolenda is in excess of $225,000. 

 

The investigation is ongoing. These charges are allegations and the defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty.

 

Assistant Attorneys General Greg Friedholm and Gina Masotta of the AG’s Public Integrity Division are prosecuting this case. MBTA Transit Police detectives, State Police assigned to the AG’s Office, the AG’s Digital Evidence Lab, Financial Investigator Bryan Freitas, and Victim Witness Advocate Ashley Cinelli were instrumental in this ongoing investigation.

 

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Graffiti Vandal Identified:arrest warrant issued.

In the early morning hours of January 14, 2014 at MBTA Boylston Street station two vintage trolleys that were on display for the public to enjoy were vandalized.  The trolley that sustained the most damage was built in the 1950's by the Pullman-Standard Company based out of Lowell, Ma.

Transit Police announce today; Subsequent to an investigation an arrest warrant has been issued for Daniel Nelligan, 25, last known address in Allston for (Felony)Vandalism and Trespassing relative to the incident on 01/14/2014. The warrant was issued out of the Boston Municipal Court-Central Division after Nelligan failed to appear for his arraignment.  Lieutenant Detective Richard Sullivan of the Transit Police Special Crimes Unit stated, " The identification of Nelligan was the culmination of a joint investigation with our partners of the Boston Police and Boston University Police Department. Particularly, Detective William Kelley (BPD) and Officer Nancy O'Loughlin (BUPD), their vast knowledge and experience in graffiti investigations proved indispensable. In addition to the incident at Boylston station our investigation has led us to seek 3 separate criminal complaints against Nelligan for Vandalism. We have applied for and were granted 3 additional arrest warrants from Brighton District Court. In these instances we believe Nelligan vandalized locations in Allston". Lieutenant Sullivan also added " we are committed to identifying and in conjunction with the various District Attorneys prosecuting graffiti vandals who damage and/or deface MBTA property ".

If you know the whereabouts of Daniel Nelligan please contact our Special Crimes Unit at 617-222-1170. If you would like to assist our investigators but wish to remain anonymous you can simply text us your tip to 873873.

***( MBTA employees deserve much praise for the outstanding job they performed in skillfully removing the damge from the treasured trolleys)

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 The events listed above are allegations; All defendants are presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.

Point of Entry Policing-Ruggles MBTA station

Danielle Maria

On July 7, 2014 at approximately 4:45PM Transit Police officers working in Area 4 were conducting Point of Entry Policing at the MBTA's Ruggles Station. While there officers did observed a female, later identified as Danielle Maria, 27, of Boston fare evade by "piggybacking" in behind a paying customer. Officers approached Maria for the purpose of issuing a citation and subsequently discovered there was a warrant in existence for Maria's arrest issued out of New Bedford District Court for B&E Building during the Daytime and Malicious Destruction of Property. Maria was placed into custody and transported to Transit Police HQ for the arrest booking process.

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The events listed above are allegations; All defendants are presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.

Shooting Stony Brook MBTA-NON life threatening.

Assault Investigation

On July 7, 2014 at approximately 8pm Transit Police officers working in Area 4 received a radio call to respond to Stony Brook MBTA station for a report of a person possibly shot. Multiple Transit Police units responded as well as Boston Police. Upon arrival officers located a 23 year old male victim suffering from an apparent NON life threatening gun shot wound.  Boston EMS responded and transported the victim to a local area hospital for treatment.

The incident occurred near the entrance to the station. Transit Police detectives are actively investigating the facts and circumstances surrounding the incident. If you have any information regarding this matter please contact our Criminal Investigation Unit at 617-222-1050. If you would like to assist our investigators but wish to remain anonymous simply text us your tip to 873873.

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Charlestown man wanted for Shoplifting gets caught Shoplifting !

Scott Hilton

On July 5, 2014 at approximately 4:40PM Transit Police officers working in Area 1 were alerted to a male, later identified as Scott Hilton, 54, of Charlestown, who had just stolen food from Au Bon Pain restaurant located in the MBTA's South Station Commuter Rail. Officers quickly located Hilton and upon approach Hilton removed a salad from a bag he was carrying and admitted to his deed. Subsequently, officers discovered there were 2 warrants in existence for Hilton's arrest issued out of Malden District Court for Shoplifting 3rd Offense and Quincy District Court for Shoplifting 2 counts and Trespassing. Hilton was placed into custody and transported to Transit Police HQ for the arrest booking process.
The salad was returned to it's rightful owner.



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Do you Recognize this person ?? Identification wanted for Assault on T employee

Transit Police Detectives are seeking the identity of the individual depicted within. If you know the whereabouts or identity of this individual please contact our Criminal Investigations Unit at 617-222-1050. If you would like to assist our investigators but wish to remain anonymous you can always text us your tip to 873873 or use the anonymous feature on our SeeSay app.

On Wednesday, June 11, 2014, at approximately 5:30 PM, the subject depicted within spit on the bus operator of a Route #110 MBTA Bus near the intersection of Clinton Street and Chelsea Street in the City of Everett.

The subject is described as follows;
White or Hispanic male, black hair, between 25 to 30 years of age, approximately 5’09’’ in height, medium build, wearing gold framed aviator style sunglasses, a large red beaded necklace, black V neck tee-shirt, black cargo shorts and black sneakers with white soles . 

 
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Leave the fireworks to the Professionals

Leave the fireworks to the professionals !

Massachusetts General Law Chapter 148, Section 39 essentially states; it is illegal for a private citizen to use, possess, or sell fireworks in Massachusetts or to purchase them legally elsewhere and then transport them into the Commonwealth. Fireworks are defined as any article designed to produce a visible or audible effect.

Will my fireworks be confiscated by police ?
YES ! The statue states an officer shall  seize any fireworks.

Will I be arrested for mere possession of fireworks ?
No, the statue only provides for a fine upon conviction.

What if I get caught selling fireworks in Massachusetts ?
The statue states an officer may arrest without a warrant. Upon conviction you could face a fine of 100.00 to 1,000 dollars and a maximum one year imprisonment.

For the safety of all MBTA employees and passengers; Transit Police officers will strictly enforce the fireworks laws on the MBTA. So please leave the fireworks to the professionals. tpdnews.
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Level 3 Sex Offender arrested at Oak Grove

Jeffrey Harrell

On July 2, 2014 at approximately 1:30AM Transit Police officers working in area 2 received a radio call to respond to Oak Grove MBTA station for a report of a male threatening an MBTA employee and refusing to leave the station. Upon arrival officers spoke with the T employee who informed them a male, later identified as Jeffrey Harrell, 54, of Dorchester, had missed the last train. Missing the train appeared to have angered Harrell as he began to verbally berate the MBTA employee and at one point was banging on the window to the booth the T employee was located. Additionally, Harrell was refusing to leave the station. Harrell's actions and decision not leave the station proved to be not such a wise choice as officers soon discovered Harrell, a level 3 Sex Offender (see Harrell's status here), had several warrants in existence for his arrest. Harrell was wanted out of Boston Municipal Court for Shoplifting, Roxbury District Court for Defrauding a Innkeeper and Destruction of Property, South Boston District Court for Open & Gross Lewdness and Dorchester District Court for Failure to Register as a Sex Offender. Harrell was placed into custody and transported to Transit Police HQ for the arrest booking process.

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The events listed above are allegations; All defendants are presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.

See something Say something works again !!!!!

really ?????

On July 1, 2014 a member of our MBTA community who follows our "See something Say Something" campaign did just that. While on the Ashmont platform at Harvard sq. MBTA station a 50 year old male from Cambridge decided to relieve himself utilizing a cup. Upon completion the male then dumped the contents into the pit. It appears....... he believed by shifting his body it somehow was acceptable to urinate into a cup while on the platform. The male then returned to his musical instruments that were set up on the platform and began to play music hoping patrons would drop money into his bucket.  However the male under estimated the power of our MBTA community and the "See something Say something" philosophy.

Transit Police responded and ejected the male. It was also determined the male was not properly permitted to perform within the MBTA system. The male will have a future date in court.

See something Say something;

617-222-1212

Anonymous Text a Tip to 873873

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to the tipster who saw something and said something we say Thank you ! 

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