Troopers in the Field: Significant Activity Report for Week Ending 10-3-26

Located BOLO Vehicle Leads to Arrest

On 09/22/2026, Revere Police issued a be on the lookout (BOLO) for a black sedan with a New York registration reportedly involved in a road-rage incident, during which the operator allegedly brandished a firearm. Shortly after, a Trooper from the Revere Barracks located a vehicle matching the description enter a restaurant parking lot. As the Trooper exited his cruiser, the male operator exited the vehicle. The Trooper observed that the operator had bloodshot, glassy eyes, slurred speech and an unsteady gait, and detected a strong odor of an alcoholic beverage. The male was detained and pat frisked, during which the Trooper located a magazine containing one 9mm round, three loose rounds, and an empty shell casing. When he was asked to produce his license to carry (LTC), the male stated he did not have one. A search of the vehicle revealed a clear plastic bag containing a white, crystal-like substance, a switchblade, a police baton, and alcoholic beverages. A search of the trunk located a 9mm pistol with no serial number. The male was arrested and charged with possession of a firearm without an LTC, possession of ammunition, possession of a Class B substance, and OUI liquor, second offense.

Erratic Operator Taken into Custody

On 09/18/2026, the Shelburne Falls Barracks was contacted by Vermont State Police and advised of complaints from motorists about a vehicle headed southbound on Interstate 91 in Massachusetts. The vehicle was reported to have no lights on and stopped in the travel lane. A Trooper on patrol located an idling vehicle matching the description pulled over at the weigh station in Deerfield. The operator told the Trooper he didn’t know where he was or what he was doing. The Trooper observed a crack pipe in plain view. An inventory of the vehicle recovered suspected crack cocaine. After attempts at roadside assessments, the operator was arrested for Operating Under the Influence (OUI) of Drugs, Possession of Class B Drugs and Unlicensed Operation.

Two Arrested for Firearms Offenses in Traffic Stop

On 09/17/2026, a Trooper from the Leominster Barracks observed a vehicle speeding in Leominster. With the cruiser lights activated, the Trooper attempted to stop the vehicle, but the operator continued driving. The operator proceeded a short distance, then pulled into a driveway and exited the vehicle with his hands up. The passenger placed his hands outside the window and was ordered to exit the vehicle. When the operator was asked about any weapons in the vehicle, he stated there was a knife in the vehicle. While attempting to locate the knife, the Trooper located a backpack. To confirm there weren’t any weapons inside, the Trooper unzipped the large pocket and found a firearm without a serial number. Neither of the occupants had a license to carry. Additional magazines were found in the backpack, along with multiple open containers of alcohol in the vehicle. The operator and passenger were placed under arrest. The operator was charged with motor vehicle violations, and both parties were charged with multiple firearms offenses.

Road Rage Incident Leads to Arrest

On 09/23/2026, Troopers from the Milton Barracks were dispatched to a report of an apparent road rage incident where a firearm, described as a rifle, was brandished. A Trooper located the suspect vehicle in Milton. The Trooper stopped the suspect vehicle with the assistance of additional Troopers. Investigation during the traffic stop led to the discovery of an airsoft style rifle in the vehicle. The rifle matched the description of the weapon that was pointed at the victim of the road rage incident. The operator of the suspect vehicle was placed in custody.

Motor Vehicle Stop Leads to Drug Arrest

On 09/26/2026, a Trooper from the Revere Barracks observed a vehicle with excessive tinting and an expired inspection sticker on Washington Street in Lynn. The Trooper conducted a motor vehicle stop. While speaking with the operator, the Trooper observed the front passenger was not wearing his seatbelt and asked the passenger for his identification, to which the passenger responded he had no identification. He then provided a false Social Security number. The Trooper observed the passenger to be clenching plastic baggies in both of his hands. When the passenger was removed from the vehicle, he had a large hunting knife on his seat. The male was then searched and found to have a large amount of cash in his pockets. In the passenger seat area, a sack was located containing two digital scales, a pipe and several bags containing a white powdery substance. The passenger was identified and taken into custody. He was arrested on cocaine trafficking and distribution charges.

Erratic Operator Charged with OUI

On 09/23/2026, a Trooper from the Millbury Barracks located a Lexus SUV that was reported for erratic operation. The vehicle was entering the Interstate 90 interchange from Interstate 495 and had hit traffic cones and traveled the wrong way. The vehicle made its way to I-90 where the Trooper attempted to stop the vehicle. The vehicle finally came to a stop on I-90 in Grafton. The operator was placed under arrest for multiple violations including operating under the influence (OUI).

Caller Reports Suspicious Party Which Leads to Arrest

On 09/26/2026, a Trooper on patrol was alerted to a suspicious male driving a Toyota RAV4 around a rest area in Raynham. The caller stated that the subject was attempting to break into vehicles. Troopers stopped the vehicle and observed signs of drug use by the operator. During a search, a small amount of narcotics believed to be cocaine was located. The operator was charged with motor vehicle violations, OUI-Drugs - 3rd Offense, and narcotics violations.

Firearm Discovered During Motor Vehicle Stop

On 09/29/2026, a Trooper from the Middleborough Barracks conducted a motor vehicle stop on Route 24 in West Bridgewater for speeding. Once the vehicle stopped, the Trooper observed signs of marijuana use by the occupants. The rear passenger area contained multiple resealable plastic containers bearing miscellaneous graphic candy logos. Based on evidence located at this time, the Trooper gave an exit order and conducted a pat frisk. The Trooper then searched the passenger, who did not immediately comply. The Trooper began a pat frisk and felt a metal object believed to be a firearm. The passenger began to resist arrest as he was being cuffed. The passenger attempted to reach back toward his waistband. A firearm was discovered and was secured by the Trooper. Both occupants were placed under arrest. The firearm was a loaded Glock 9mm with a round in the chamber. The operator was charged with narcotics violations, receiving stolen credit cards and stolen property. The passenger was charged with firearms violations.

Troopers Arrest Party Involved in Domestic Assault

On 09/25/2026, Troopers from the Boston Barracks responded to a report of a domestic assault involving a male and female traveling on Route 9 in Newton. Following a reported argument, the male party allegedly struck the female driver, who fled the area. The male subsequently appeared at her workplace, where Newton PD detained him. Troopers on scene conducted an investigation and arrested the male for domestic assault and battery. The Troopers also assisted the victim with transportation to Newton District Court to seek an emergency restraining order.

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