Hopkinton Police Incident Log for June 22 – 28, 2026

Summary

Hopkinton police responded to a busy week of calls ranging from minor mishaps to more serious concerns. Officers handled an arrest involving drug possession and motor vehicle charges, along with a K9 request for an attempted breaking and entering. Residents reported an erratic driver who struck a mailbox, a black bear sighting, smashed windows at Center School, and a water main break that caused low pressure in parts of town. Officers also fielded reports of credit card fraud, harassment, threats, and a house party tied to underage drinking.

Beyond the more serious incidents, the log shows a steady stream of everyday community concerns. Officers spoke with juveniles about E-bike safety on multiple occasions, assisted with downed wires and low-hanging branches, and responded to parking complaints on several streets. Calls also included a missing cat poster dispute, a bat trapped in a car, and a minor two-car accident with no injuries. Together, the reports paint a picture of routine small-town policing, blending public safety response with community assistance and quality-of-life issues.

Arrests

• On June 23, CS of Mendon was charged with:
  • Possession of drugs
  • Operating an unregistered motor vehicle
  • Operating with a license suspended

June 22

• Officer Vaz assisted a female party who reported that someone was taking down her missing-cat posters. She believed they might have her cat.
• Eversource was notified of wires down on Elm. St.
• A 911 caller reported an erratic operator on the highway who took an exit into Hopkinton.
• A walk-in was looking to speak with an officer regarding credit card fraud.
• A walk-in reported illegally parked cars creating dangerous situations for pedestrians and traffic.
• A caller reported his vehicle was hit in a lot.

June 23

• A K9 was requested by Shrewsbury PD for an attempted breaking and entering.
• A caller reported that an unmarked white van pulled into his driveway and remained there for 30 min. later.
• Officer Santoro assisted the buses out of Loop Rd.
• Officer Buentello assisted DPW with traffic equipment.
• DPW was advised of a low-hanging branch on Park St.

June 24

• A passerby reported 3 to 4 vehicles blocking the roadway on Main St.
• A report of a landscaping truck in the woods came in.
• Several officers responded to a report of an erratic operator who hit a mailbox on Lumber St. Milford PD reported that the vehicle was headed toward their town.
• A caller reported a dog in the car with no windows open.

June 25

• DPW was advised of broken windows in ˇa parking lot by Ash St.
• A caller wished to speak with an officer about ongoing harassment.
• A 911 caller reported a strong burning smell on the 2nd floor of their building.
• A 911 caller stated he overheard 2 kids talking about underage drinking at a house party on Fenton St.

June 26 

• Officers Fullagar and Saletnik responded to a two-car accident on Main St. No one was hurt, and there was minor damage.
• Officer McNeil spoke with residents about E-bikes.
• A caller issued a parking complaint. Vehicles were parked on both sides of West Elm St. Officers responded as the event was concluding, and the vehicles were on their way.
• Verizon was contacted regarding a low-hanging wire across a driveway on Spring St.
• Officer Beloin responded to a report of a black bear on Huckleberry Rd.
• A walk-in reported someone hit their car with a carriage.
• Officer Cann removed a branch from the roadway.
• Officer Cann spoke with two kids on E-bikes and reviewed proper etiquette for riding bikes on the road.

June 27

• A caller requested assistance with his ex-wife and son.
• A caller stated that a bat flew into his car. He opened the windows and doors, and the bat was not moving. ACO was contacted.
• Eversource reported that the windows of Center School have been smashed out.
• The Cumberland Farms manager brought in a wallet found in the parking lot.
• A caller states she is being threatened by her brother’s girlfriend.
• Officer Normandin responded to a report of a loud party or something near his residence in Pinecrest Village.
• A caller stated that someone is running heavy equipment after 4 P.M. Officer McKeon spoke with the party, who said he would shut down for the day.

June 28

• The Water Dept. was contacted regarding a water main break on Claflin Pl.
• A message was left with DPW regarding a water main issue due to low water pressure.
• Officer Quinzani responded to a report of juveniles riding E-bikes without helmets. The kids were gone on arrival.