Weekly Summary of Police Activity

Weekly Summary of Police Activity 

In the 351 cities and towns, Massachusetts State Troopers use their training and skill to navigate a variety of circumstances that often present significant danger to themselves and others. In an effort to raise greater awareness of their work, the Department periodically shares incident summaries.  

Each summary represents a small portion of the Department’s work to enhance public safety, collaborate with our partners, and foster positive relationships within the communities we serve.   

For the integrity of ongoing criminal cases and in the interest of each subject’s privacy, we have removed personally identifying information from the narratives as well as information not subject to public disclosure. All criminal defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty. 

Driver Stopped for Suspended License Multiple Times 

A Trooper assigned to the A Troop CAT Team was patrolling Rt 93 in Andover when he noticed a Jeep Compass driving without its lights on in heavy rain. Upon running the vehicle’s plate, the Trooper learned it was a rental and had been recently stopped by Troopers from the Newbury Barracks due to the operator having a suspended license. The Trooper confirmed the driver of the Jeep was the same individual that had been arrested by the Newbury Troopers for having a suspended license. The Trooper observed numerous $100 bills strewn around the car and white powder on the driver’s lap. A large quantity of powder was also present between the driver’s seat and the center console. The driver was subsequently arrested for motor vehicle and narcotic violations. 

License Plate Violation Leads to Loaded Firearm 

While on patrol on I-91 in Greenfield, a Trooper from the Shelborne Falls Barracks noticed a car with an unreadable license plate. The Trooper initiated a traffic stop and upon speaking to the driver, learned he had an outstanding warrant for his arrest. The man was handcuffed and searched. During his search, the Trooper found a glass crack pipe in the man’s pocket and asked if he had any drugs in the car. The man stated there was a small bag of cocaine in the driver’s side door. A further search of the vehicle revealed a loaded handgun and approximately 40 grams of suspected cocaine. When asked for his LTC, the man was unable to produce one. None of the other occupants had a valid LTC and they were subsequently arrested.  

Three People Captured After Fleeing from Crashed Car 

A Trooper from the Springfield Barracks was on a traffic stop on I-91 in Chicopee when he observed a serious crash occur approximately 200 yards behind his cruiser. All three occupants of the car bailed out and fled into the woods. The Trooper quickly radioed a description of the parties before returning to the crash site to check if anyone was still in the vehicle. Inside the vehicle, the Trooper found a crossbody style bag with a loaded firearm and two bags of marijuana. All three occupants of the car were eventually apprehended and charged accordingly. Two of the occupants were also found to have active warrants.  

Tool Bag Full of Needles Recovered from Car After Crash  

A Trooper from the Northampton Barracks responded to a rollover crash on I-91 in Holyoke. Upon his arrival, the Trooper noticed a black SUV on its side with heavy damage and the sole occupant of the vehicle was already being treated by EMS. As he was walking through the debris field, the Trooper noticed a yellow tool bag and opened it. Inside, he found numerous packages of needles and a plastic vacuum sealed bag full of white chunky substance. When questioned, the female stated the tool bag was hers, but didn’t know anything about the needles or white substance inside. The female was charged with trafficking, and the total weight of the suspected cocaine was approximately 524 grams. Troopers also located approximately 13 grams of crystal meth from the female’s purse. 

Marked Lane Violation Reveals Car Full of Stolen Goods 

A Trooper from the Holden Barracks was on patrol in Worcester when he observed a grey SUV make a marked lanes violation. The Trooper initiated a traffic stop and asked the occupants for their licenses and registration. The operator was found to be suspended and the passenger refused to identify himself. The occupants were asked to step out of the vehicle in order for it to be towed. One of the Troopers noticed a large bulge in the operator’s pocket and found a purple sock containing a large amount of currency inside. The rear passenger was found to have a warrant and was subsequently arrested for same. During a search of her purse, two jars full of a white rock substance were discovered. Troopers inventoried the vehicle and found an assortment of items in the trunk with the store security tag still on them. The operator and rear seat passenger were transported to the Holden Barracks for booking and the front passenger was issued a criminal summons. 

Speeding Stop Leads to Firearm Arrest 

A Trooper from the Charlton Barracks stopped a vehicle for excessive speed when he noticed a fanny pack on the passenger seat. When asked what was in the fanny pack, the operator pulled out numerous plastic baggies. The Trooper observed a blue pill in the bag, to which the operator stated it was a Viagra, but admitted he did not have a prescription for it. During a search of the vehicle, the Trooper recovered a Glock firearm with a large capacity magazine from under the driver’s seat. When the Troopers requested his LTC, the operator stated he did not have one. The operator was arrested for firearms and narcotics offenses.