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24-Year-Old Woman On Bike Killed In Cambridge Crash With Box Truck 24-Year-Old Woman On Bike Killed In Cambridge Crash With Box Truck
24-Year-Old Woman On Bike Killed In Cambridge Crash With Box Truck Police are investigating a fatal crash that happened Friday morning, June 21, between a woman on a bicycle and a box truck, authorities said.  The 24-year-old woman was hit around 8:20 a.m. at the intersection of Hampshire Street and Portland Street, the Middlesex District Attorney said.  The woman's name was not released as police notified her next of kin.  An initial investigation revealed that the bike and truck were traveling in the same direction on Hampshire Street and crashed when the truck turned right onto Portland Street.  Paramedics rushed the woman to Massa…
Teen Accused Of Spraying Bullets At Cambridge Basketball Court In Double Shooting: DA Teen Accused Of Spraying Bullets At Cambridge Basketball Court In Double Shooting: DA
Teen Accused Of Spraying Bullets At Cambridge Basketball Court In Double Shooting: DA A 19-year-old man is now the second person accused in a double shooting at a basketball court last month in Cambridge, authorities said.  Machyus Battle, of Cambridge, was arraigned on multiple felonies linked to the May 23 shooting at Donnelly Field. Battle was being held without bail pending a dangerousness hearing.  Cambridge police were called to the 91 Berkshire Street park just after 9:30 p.m. for reports of multiple gunshots. Investigators said Battle and 23-year-old Yonayvi Cruceta had gotten into an argument on a basketball court that quickly turned violent. Cr…
Person Raped At Knifepoint By Masked Man In Cambridge Bathroom: Police Person Raped At Knifepoint By Masked Man In Cambridge Bathroom: Police
Person Raped At Knifepoint By Masked Man In Cambridge Bathroom: Police Cambridge police are asking the public for help after a victim reported being sexually assaulted in a bathroom at knifepoint.  The alleged attack happened just after 9:15 p.m. on Friday, May 17 at a commercial building, Cambridge police said in a Sunday news release. The victim said the attacker wore a mask and had a knife during the assault.  Detectives collected evidence from the crime scene.  They ask anyone with information about this attack to contact investigators at 617-349-9151 or online at cambridgepolice.org/TIPS. Anyone who sees something suspicious should c…
Worker Electrocuted At AT&T Facility In Cambridge: Police Worker Electrocuted At AT&T Facility In Cambridge: Police
Worker Electrocuted At AT&T Facility In Cambridge: Police A worker at an AT&T facility in Cambridge died after being electrocuted early Tuesday, Nov. 7, authorities said. Responding officers found a 44-year-old Sturbridge man lying on the ground at 250 Bent St. around 8:30 a.m., according to Cambridge Police. He was rushed to Massachusetts General Hospital, where he was pronounced dead, police said. “We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of this contractor’s employee, and our thoughts are with this person’s family, friends and colleagues," an AT&T spokesperson told the Daily Voice. "We’re working closely with investigators and th…
Woman Stalked, Raped At Lesley University In Cambridge: Police Woman Stalked, Raped At Lesley University In Cambridge: Police
Woman Stalked, Raped At Lesley University In Cambridge: Police A woman told police that a man approached her last month at Harvard Square, followed her to the Lesley University campus in Cambridge, and raped her, authorities said.  Cambridge police announced on Thursday, Oct. 26, that investigators are searching for a man who they believe attacked a woman on Sept. 23 between 11 p.m. and 12:30 a.m. near St. John’s Road. The woman did not report the attack until last weekend, police said.  The suspect is described as a man in his 30s-40s, with brown eyes, about 5 feet, 6 inches tall, with a medium build, police said. He has poor hygiene, facial…
Shoplifter Punches Cambridge Clerk In Face To Get Away: Police Shoplifter Punches Cambridge Clerk In Face To Get Away: Police
Shoplifter Punches Cambridge Clerk In Face To Get Away: Police A shoplifter attacked a store clerk in Cambridge Thursday, July 6, when she confronted them as they tried to leave the Harvard Square store, authorities said.  Cambridge police said the clerk had injuries on the left side of her face from the attack. She declined medical treatment, according to police logs.  Cambridge Police responded to a business on JFK street for a disturbance. The reporting victim indicated that the suspect attempted to leave the store without paying for several items. The victim confronted the suspect and the suspect proceeded to punch the victim several time…
Fentanyl Found On U-Haul Driver Who Crashed Into Tree In Cambridge: Police Fentanyl Found On U-Haul Driver Who Crashed Into Tree In Cambridge: Police
Fentanyl Found On U-Haul Driver Who Crashed Into Tree In Cambridge: Police A 27-year-old Brookline man appeared to be moving more than just his personal belongings when police arrested him for crashing his U-Haul in Cambridge this week, according to authorities. Alejandro Trigo is facing several charges after officers found him in possession of fentanyl and a ghost gun after he crashed his van into a light pole and tree on Rindge Avenue, Cambridge Police report. This happened around 3:30 a.m. on Wednesday, March 22.  Trigo was found inside the van, which sustained significant front-end damage, in the 2100 block of Massachusetts Avenue. Officers noticed a maga…
Driver Runs Red Light In Cambridge, Injures 2: Police Driver Runs Red Light In Cambridge, Injures 2: Police
Driver Runs Red Light In Cambridge, Injures 2: Police Two people were hurt after a car ran a red light in Cambridge, authorities said. Emergency crews responded to the two-car crash at Western and Putnam Avenue early Monday morning, Feb. 27, Cambridge Police said on Twitter. While You Were Sleeping: Officers, @CambridgeMAFire & @ProEMSCambridge responded to a 2-car crash at Western & Putnam Ave. Following an investigation, it was determined 1 of the drivers drove through a red light & crashed into another car before hitting the edge of 2 buildings. pic.twitter.com/yeYttjacVu — Cambridge Police👮🏽 (@CambridgePolice) February 26, …
Duo Seriously Hurt After Shot While Sitting Inside Car In Cambridge: Police Duo Seriously Hurt After Shot While Sitting Inside Car In Cambridge: Police
Duo Seriously Hurt After Shot While Sitting Inside Car In Cambridge: Police Two people are in the hospital after they were apparently shot while sitting inside a car in Cambridge this week, authorities said. The incident happened in the area of Washington and Windsor Streets around 8:18 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 9, Cambridge Police report. Two victims were taken to local hospitals with serious, non-life-threatening injuries.  Investigators also found damage to the car as well as multiple shell casings, police said. So far no arrested have been made and the investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to contact Cambridge Police at 617-349-3…
Family Of Cambridge Man Killed By Cops Demand Action; Video Shows His Final Moments: Report Family Of Cambridge Man Killed By Cops Demand Action; Video Shows His Final Moments: Report
Family Of Cambridge Man Killed By Cops Demand Action; Video Shows His Final Moments: Report Friends and family of Sayed Faisal, the 20-year-old man killed by police on Wednesday, Jan. 4, gathered at Cambridge City Hall Thursday to demand answers. The Bangladesh Association of New England (BANE), who organized the protest, allowed community members to express their frustrations with how police handled the situation and to ask for accountability. "We want justice," the dozens of protesters shouted on the steps of the building. "We want justice for Sayed. Stop killing civilians." Dear community members, Salam and greetings, It’s so heartbreaking to hear about the sad news. …
Peeing Man Pulls Knife On Cambridge Mom, Child After She Threatens To Call Cops: Police Peeing Man Pulls Knife On Cambridge Mom, Child After She Threatens To Call Cops: Police
Peeing Man Pulls Knife On Cambridge Mom, Child After She Threatens To Call Cops: Police A Cambridge mom got the scare of her life when she said a wanted man pulled a knife on her after she asked him to stop urinating in front of her child, authorities said.  Marcus Pixley, 62, of Boston, was arrested on Sunday, Dec. 11, after the woman identified him as the man who threatened her with the weapon, Cambridge police said.  The woman told officers she was leaving her apartment just before noon with her child when she was confronted with Pixley's penis as he was urinating in public. She tried to prevent the kid from seeing what was happening and asked him to put it away. …
4 Workers Overdose At Charles Park Construction Site In Cambridge: Police 4 Workers Overdose At Charles Park Construction Site In Cambridge: Police
4 Workers Overdose At Charles Park Construction Site In Cambridge: Police Four Cambridge construction workers are recovering after they reportedly overdosed while on the job this week, authorities said. Cambridge Fire, EMS and Police responded to reports of multiple overdoses at a construction site at Charles Park in Cambridge just before noon on Friday, Dec. 9, Cambridge Police report.  Upon arrival, crews found the four construction workers conscious and alert. They were taken to local hospitals where they are expected to recover. Authorities have not released any other information. 
Male Suspect Wanted For Attacking Woman, Stealing Dog In Cambridge: Police Male Suspect Wanted For Attacking Woman, Stealing Dog In Cambridge: Police
Male Suspect Wanted For Attacking Woman, Stealing Dog In Cambridge: Police Cambridge Police are asking for the public's help in finding a suspect who assaulted a woman and stole her dog earlier this week.  The woman, said to be in her 20s, was attacked while walking her 8-month-old dog in the area of Market and Windsor streets around midnight on Monday, Dec. 5, Cambridge Police report. The woman said the male suspect, who was wearing all black and a black ski mask, was walking on the other side of the road when he turned around and approached her.  Be on the lookout for Jax, an 8-month-old Cockapoo, who ran off around midnight after his owner was assaulted in…
Cambridge Man Slashes Woman's Hair With 'Large Knife' Post Argument: Police Cambridge Man Slashes Woman's Hair With 'Large Knife' Post Argument: Police
Cambridge Man Slashes Woman's Hair With 'Large Knife' Post Argument: Police An argument culminated with a terrifying haircut when a man used a large knife to cut a woman's hair before locking himself inside his home, authorities reported.  The 30-year-old would-be cosmetologist barricaded himself after fighting with the woman and cutting her hair outside his apartment on Gore Street in East Cambridge on Tuesday, Dec. 6, Cambridge Police report.  The woman later escaped from the man after the assault and was later found by police officers. After initially declining medical assistance she was later transported to a local hospital. Police closed nearby roads out of…
Cambridge Man With 3 Children In Car Crashed While Drunk, High: Police Cambridge Man With 3 Children In Car Crashed While Drunk, High: Police
Cambridge Man With 3 Children In Car Crashed While Drunk, High: Police A 30-year-old Cambridge man who crashed his car with three children inside had an open bottle of alcohol on the passenger seat, authorities said. Officers also believe he was high on marijuana at the time of the wreck, a report said.  Leroy Blake, 30, faces a litany of charges stemming from the Tuesday, Nov. 15, crash on Hampshire Street, Cambridge Police logs said. Police did not release any information on his relationship with the children or if anyone was injured in the crash.  Police said Blake was driving his girlfriend's car without her permission on a suspended license…
Video Released Of Sexual Assault Suspect Running Rampant Around Cambridge Video Released Of Sexual Assault Suspect Running Rampant Around Cambridge
Video Released Of Sexual Assault Suspect Running Rampant Around Cambridge Cambridge Police have released new surveillance video of a suspect they say is behind three sexual assaults in the city this year and are asking the public to help identify him. The suspect – described as possibly a Hispanic male standing between 5'3" and 5'8," with a medium build – is believed to be involved in the attacks that happened in three separate months. The first was on Feb. 10 when a 35-year-old Cambridge woman said the suspect approached her from behind near Mason Street and Phillips Place around 9:08 a.m.  The man reportedly put his hand on the woman's buttocks, then reac…
Cambridge Police Seeking Thieves Who Made Off With Police Equipment, Car Cambridge Police Seeking Thieves Who Made Off With Police Equipment, Car
Cambridge Police Seeking Thieves Who Made Off With Police Equipment, Car Cambridge Police are searching for two suspects after several cars were broken into and police equipment were stolen during several overnight break-ins.  Police responded for a report of an alarm going off at a gas station near 2500 Massachusetts Avenue around 5:20 a.m. on Sunday, Oct. 16, police said.  Upon arrival, officers determined that someone had broken into the business. They soon found an abandoned 2007 Mercedes SUV nearby, which was stolen from the gas station.  In addition, police later learned that a black Ford Taurus was also stolen from the …
FOUND: Cambridge Teenager Who Was Last Seen By Her Family Over A Month Ago FOUND: Cambridge Teenager Who Was Last Seen By Her Family Over A Month Ago
Found: Cambridge Teenager Who Was Last Seen By Her Family Over A Month Ago UPDATE: Cambridge Police said they found Naiomi DaSilva late Tuesday night, Oct. 4. Cambridge Police are seeking the public's help in finding a teenager who was last seen by her family over a month ago.  Naiomi Dasilva, age 15, was last seen at her home by a family member on Aug. 19, 2022, police said on Twitter. She was last seen wearing black biker shorts and a black top.  Dasilva was last seen wearing black biker shorts and a black top.CPD is working closely with local and regional agencies in hopes of locating her. If anyone has any information regarding Dasilva or her whereabouts,…
34-Year-Old Man Injured In Early Morning Cambridge Shooting: Police 34-Year-Old Man Injured In Early Morning Cambridge Shooting: Police
34-Year-Old Man Injured In Early Morning Cambridge Shooting: Police A 34-year-old man was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries following an early morning shooting in Cambridge, authorities said. Police received reports of gun shots near Central Square around 1:31 a.m. on Monday, Oct. 3, Cambridge Police said.  Responding officers found the man suffering from gunshot wounds on School Street. He was taken to a local hospital for treatment, police said.  Officers also found three shell casings near 731 Massachusetts Avenue, police said. So far, no arrests have been made and detectives are looking to speak with the victim to learn more abo…
Cambridge Teenager Was Last Seen By Her Family Over A Month Ago: Police Cambridge Teenager Was Last Seen By Her Family Over A Month Ago: Police
Cambridge Teenager Was Last Seen By Her Family Over A Month Ago: Police Cambridge Police are seeking the public's help in finding a teenager who was last seen by her family over a month ago.  Naiomi Dasilva, age 15, was last seen at her home by a family member on Aug. 19, 2022, police said on Twitter. She was last seen wearing black biker shorts and a black top.  Dasilva was last seen wearing black biker shorts and a black top.CPD is working closely with local and regional agencies in hopes of locating her. If anyone has any information regarding Dasilva or her whereabouts, please call 617-349-3300.  2/2 — Cambridge Police👮🏽 (@CambridgePolice) September 27,…
Everett Man Apprehended For Firing Gunshots In Cambridge: Police Everett Man Apprehended For Firing Gunshots In Cambridge: Police
Everett Man Apprehended For Firing Gunshots In Cambridge: Police An Everett man is facing charges in connection with a gunshots incident in the Riverside neighborhood of Cambridge last month, authorities said. Curtis Preston was arrested in connection with the incident that happened in the area of Magee Street and Putnam Gardens in the overnight hours of Saturday, Aug. 27, Cambridge Police said.  Officers located two shell casing on in the area and no injuries were reported, police added. Investigators were later able to identify Preston as the suspect behind the incident and arrested him on Tuesday, Sept. 20, police said.  He will face s…
Missing Cambridge Man With Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder Found Safe: Police Missing Cambridge Man With Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder Found Safe: Police
Missing Cambridge Man With Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder Found Safe: Police Update: Cambridge Police said Andrew Paliottoo was found safe on Monday, Sept. 19.  Cambridge Police are asking the public for helping in locating a who was reported missing from a group home, the department said on Twitter. Andrew Paliotto, who suffers from schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, was reported missing after he left the home on the morning of Thursday, Sept. 15, police said. He has gone missing before and previously found in Central Square and Maryland.  MISSING PERSON: Andrew Paliotto, 38, was reported missing from a group home in #CambMA after he left the residence the mo…
Missing Cambridge Man Could Have Traveled Out Of State: Police Missing Cambridge Man Could Have Traveled Out Of State: Police
Missing Cambridge Man Could Have Traveled Out Of State: Police Cambridge Police are asking the public for helping in locating a who was reported missing from a group home, the department said on Twitter. Andrew Paliotto, who suffers from schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, was reported missing after he left the home on the morning of Thursday, Sept. 15, police said. He has gone missing before and previously found in Central Square and Maryland.  MISSING PERSON: Andrew Paliotto, 38, was reported missing from a group home in #CambMA after he left the residence the morning of Thursday, September 15, 2022. Paliotto suffers from schizophrenia and bipola…
Boston Man Arrested For Shooting Near Cambridge Playground: Police Boston Man Arrested For Shooting Near Cambridge Playground: Police
Boston Man Arrested For Shooting Near Cambridge Playground: Police A 24-year-old man from Boston has been arrested in connection with a shooting that happened near a Cambridge playground over the weekend, authorities said.  Tyrone Bruce was arrested for the shooting which happened in the area of Market and Bristol Streets around 1:18 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 11, Cambridge Police said. This is close to Arthur J. Shallow Playground. Thankfully, no one was hurt but one vehicle did sustain damage from the gunfire, police said. Officers recovered six shell casings from the scene as well.  Investigators were able to identify Bruce as the suspect an…
Gunshots Heard Near Cambridge Playground, Fourth Time In 4 Days: Report Gunshots Heard Near Cambridge Playground, Fourth Time In 4 Days: Report
Gunshots Heard Near Cambridge Playground, Fourth Time In 4 Days: Report Cambridge Police are investigating after gunshots were heard in broad daylight near a playground in the city. Police responded to a report of gunshots in the area of Market and Bristol Streets around 1:18 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 11, Cambridge Police said on Twitter. This is in the same area as Arthur J. Shallow Playground.  Officers have responded to the area of Market Street and Bristol Street following an incident in which gunshots were fired. There are no known or reported injuries at this time. Shell casings have been recovered. Expect road closures in the area. pic.twitter.com/IJaIkZ…
29-Year-Old Pedestrian Killed Walking Through Cambridge Parking Lot: Police 29-Year-Old Pedestrian Killed Walking Through Cambridge Parking Lot: Police
29-Year-Old Pedestrian Killed Walking Through Cambridge Parking Lot: Police A box truck hit and killed a 29-year-old pedestrian as he crossed through a parking lot in Cambridge earlier this week, authorities said.  Matthew Barker was in a lot off State Street near Massachusetts Avenue Thursday night, Sept. 1, around 8:30 when a box truck for a local restaurant crashed into him, the Middlesex District Attorney's Office announced on Friday. It's unclear what caused the wreck. Responders rushed Barker to an area hospital for treatment, but doctors couldn't save his life. The truck driver, a man in his 20s, remained at the scene, authorities said. The prosecutor did n…
Homeless Man Attacks Cambridge Restaurant Worker With Electric Guitar: Police Homeless Man Attacks Cambridge Restaurant Worker With Electric Guitar: Police
Homeless Man Attacks Cambridge Restaurant Worker With Electric Guitar: Police A restaurant worker was hospitalized after a homeless man allegedly attacked him with an electric guitar after being told he could not sit outside the establishment, authorities said.  James Wright was arrested following a fight that happened at The Halal Guys restaurant on White Street in Porter Square around 9:30 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 29, WHDH reports.  Investigation determined the employee was punched in the head after he told Wright and another man they could not sit outside of the restaurant, Cambridge Police said in a report.  “They were ki…
Cambridge Police Officer Suspended For Drunkenly Smashing Into Motorcyclists Cambridge Police Officer Suspended For Drunkenly Smashing Into Motorcyclists
Cambridge Police Officer Suspended For Drunkenly Smashing Into Motorcyclists A Cambridge Police officer is suspended after he was arrested for apparently driving drunk and causing a multi-vehicle crash, authorities said. Michael Daniliuk has worked with the department as Youth Resource Officer for the past 24 years, Cambridge Police said. Daniliuk was off-duty at the time of the crash, which occurred at the intersection of Broadway and Columbia Street around midnight on Monday, Aug. 29, police said.  Initial investigation revealed Daniliuk slammed into three motorcyclists who were stopped at a red light on Broadway. Two of them, along with Daniliuk, w…
2 Shot Near Hoyt Field In Cambridge: Police 2 Shot Near Hoyt Field In Cambridge: Police
2 Shot Near Hoyt Field In Cambridge: Police Cambridge Police are investigating after two men were shot near Hoyt Field late at night. Police responded to several reports of gunshots in the area of Hoyt Field and Howard Street around 10:30 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 19, police said.  One victim suffered from serious injuries. The victims, ages 18 and 19, were said to be in stable condition the next morning, according to police.  Authorities are now looking for a suspect described as a short male wearing a hooded sweatshirt and all black clothing. He was last seen running on Montague Street toward River Street, police said.&n…
Four Men Arrested In Cambridge Stabbings That Sent 2 To Hospital: Police Four Men Arrested In Cambridge Stabbings That Sent 2 To Hospital: Police
Four Men Arrested In Cambridge Stabbings That Sent 2 To Hospital: Police Police in Cambridge arrested four men this week who they say took part in stabbings that left two people seriously injured earlier this month.  Officers found evidence of the first attack around 4 a.m. on July 10, in Central Square near the intersection of Mass Avenue and Pleasant Street following a fight, Cambridge Police said. The victim in that attack walked into a nearby hospital with stab wounds. Doctors treated him and he was released later that day.  Later that day, that same man was attacked and stabbed again around 8 p.m. near 5 Western Ave., police said. Another man…
Uber Driver Smashes Car Into Citizens Bank In Neighboring Boston City Uber Driver Smashes Car Into Citizens Bank In Neighboring Boston City
Uber Driver Smashes Car Into Citizens Bank In Neighboring Boston City Three people are in the hospital and a building has significant damage after an Uber driver drove into a bank in a popular square just outside of Boston, authorities said.  Police responded to a crash in Porter Square area in Cambridge around 11:11 p.m. on Saturday, June 16, Cambridge Police said.  Upon arrival, officials found a 66-year-old man had driven his 2022 Toyota Highlander into the Citizens Bank at 822 Somerville Avenue.  Investigators believe the operator of the vehicle was an Uber driver who was driving two passengers at the time of the crash, police said.&n…