Troopers in the Field: Significant Activity Report for Week Ending 10-31-26

Motorcyclist Flees Stop, Later Taken into Custody

On 10/22/2026, a Trooper from the Revere Barracks initiated a motor vehicle stop on Route in Revere for a motorcycle that had no recent inspection sticker. The operator looked back at the Trooper then sped off, running red lights and causing multiple vehicles to swerve or abruptly stop to avoid a collision. The Trooper did not follow due to safety concerns. Approximately an hour later, another Trooper spotted the motorcycle and waited until an additional cruiser arrived on scene. Troopers and Winthrop PD stopped the motorcycle in Winthrop. The operator attempted to flee on foot but was quickly apprehended. The operator was taken into custody and found to have drugs in his possession. He was charged with Failure to Stop for Police, Possession of Class B, Negligent Operation, Unlicensed Operation, and Speeding.

Vehicle Nearly Strikes Trooper During Traffic Stop

On 10/24/2026, a Trooper from the Russell Barracks stopped an Audi A6 for marked lane violations in Westfield. The Trooper spoke with the operator and asked for his license and registration. Moments later, the operator fled and nearly struck the Trooper’s foot with his vehicle. No pursuit was initiated due to public safety concerns, and a be on the lookout (BOLO) was issued. Troopers subsequently located the operator at his residence, where he admitted fleeing due to his driving record. He was booked and charged with Failure to Stop for Police, Reckless Operation of a Motor Vehicle and Marked Lanes Violations.

Missing Hiker Found by Troopers

On 10/25/2026, Troopers from the Brookfield Barracks along with MSP K-9, Special Emergency Response Team (SERT), and Air Wing units responded to New Braintree for a missing hiker who was experiencing a mental health crisis and was reportedly evading rescuers. After several hours, the Air Wing found the individual in a wooded area and directed Troopers to his location. The individual appeared uninjured and was transported to a hospital for evaluation.

Erratic Operator Charged with OUI 2nd Offense

On 10/24/2026, a Trooper from the Holden Barracks responded to reports of an erratic operator on Interstate 290 eastbound. The operator failed to stop for police and was observed committing multiple motor vehicle violations before stopping on Interstate 495 in Bolton. Troopers observed signs of impairment, open alcohol containers, and several empty vodka bottles in the vehicle. The operator was arrested for OUI-2nd Offense and additional motor vehicle violations.

Wrong-Way Operator Charged with OUI

On 10/25/2026, a Trooper from the Holden Barracks responded to reports of a wrong-way driver on Interstate 290 westbound in Auburn. The vehicle was found to be stopped in the left lane upon the Trooper’s arrival, and a witness confirmed it had been traveling against traffic. The operator displayed signs of alcohol impairment and failed Standardized Field Sobriety Tests (SFSTs). He was arrested for OUI-2nd Offense, and multiple motor vehicle violations.

Combative Operator Charged with Drug Offenses

On 10/23/2026, a Trooper from the Charlton Barracks stopped a vehicle on Interstate 90 westbound in Sturbridge for motor vehicle violations. The operator became combative and resisted arrest during the stop, requiring assistance from additional Troopers. A subsequent vehicle inventory revealed nearly 15 grams of suspected cocaine and crack cocaine packaged for distribution. The operator was arrested for Possession with Intent to Distribute Class B, Resisting Arrest, and motor vehicle violations.