2 alarm fire damages Everett home

Around 8:15 this evening Everett fire department responded to 147 Jefferson Ave for a report of a structure fire. Upon arrival of the companies, heavy smoke was visible pouring from the eaves of the 2.5 story wood frame home and a working fire assignment was sounded. Approximately 8:26 PM a 2nd alarm was transmitted to bring additional manpower to the scene as the fire advanced into the second floor and the attic. The fire was reported to be knocked down on all floors around 8:43 and companies began overhaul. Somerville, Chelsea, Melrose, Malden all came to cover the city or assist at the scene. 1 patient was transported by EMS as a precaution with non life threatening injuries.

Identification sought for 2 suspects in Marathon bombing

The FBI has released official images and video of 2 suspects wanted in connection with the marathon bombing attacks on April 15th 2013 in the City of Boston. They are asking anyone with information to call 1-800- CALL FBI or utilize their website at: Marathon tip site

State police also state that these photos are the official ones and to disregard any others that may be posted online.

Note: Suspect 1 is wearing a black hat, suspect 2 has a defined jaw bone and nose and has dark hair.

Video from security camera can be found here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QPaRmKj58UM


Photos of the suspects attached below:

 

 

 

Armed gunman robs Medford bank

Around 4:40 PM yesterday, January 31st the East Cambridge Savings Bank at 243 Salem St was robbed. The suspect entered the bank and pointed a handgun at the teller and demanded cash. The teller complied and the subject fled the scene on a bicycle. The bike was recovered a short time later and the suspect remains outstanding.

The suspect is described as a white male, about 5'6"-5'8"with a thin build. He was wearing a dark gray sweatshirt, black sweatpants, dark colored shoes or sneakers, black gloves, and a black knit cap pulled down over his face.

The FBI is assisting Medford police in the investigation and anyone with information is urged to call Medford PD detectives at 781-391-6765 or the business line at 781-391-6404.

3 alarm fire races thru Lawrence home

Just before 3 AM this morning, firefighters from across the Merrimack Valley responded to 70/72 Berkeley St in Lawrence for a reported structure fire. Upon arrival of engine 7 they reported heavy fire showing from a 2.5 story 2 family home and immediately ordered the 2nd alarm. The 3rd alarm was soon ordered as the home became fully engulfed and defensive ops were ordered. The home is completely gutted and sent 10 residents racing into the cold early morning temperatures. 1 resident and 1 firefighter were transported to the hospital with minor injuries.

Tractor trailer fire forces closure of the O'Neil tunnel

Around 11:30 this morning box 9325 was struck for the Southbound O'Neil tunnel for a fully engulfed tractor trailer unit. Upon arrival of state police, they reported the cab of the 18 wheeler was fully engulfed and the fuel tanks contained 130 gallons of diesel fuel. Ventilation fans have been activated and the fire has been knocked down. Overhaul is in progress. Todiscos towing is on location to remove the truck and trailer. For a time, all the southbound lanes were shutdown. The 3 right lanes are now closed while crews work to clean up the remains of the truck and so Massdot inspectors can inspect the wall panels. Companies were staged above ground as additional resources if they were needed. Traffic on I- 93 is backed up into Sullivan Square at last report.

Boston firefighters battle 2 alarm blaze in snow storm

At 10:09 this evening Boston fire alarm transmitted box 2263 for 4 Juniper Terrace. Upon arrival of Chief Mitchell, a 2nd alarm was ordered for a fully engulfed 3 story wood frame with severe exposure issues. Companies stretched lines to immediately protect exposures and went to work. Exterior operations were ordered and it was reported that power lines were arcing outside the structure. The main body of fire has been knocked down and NStar is on scene cutting power to the scene. So far no injuries have been reported.

Update-11:40 PM-Fire still continues to vent thru the roof. No access via ladder truck due to difficult access and issue with arcing wires. All companies still heavily engaged and crews are being rotated in and out for rehab.

Gas leak prompts evacuation in Fall River

Around noon today firefighters from Fall River responded to 4 Hartwell St for a strong odor of gas inside the structure. Upon arrival they evacuated the building and began measuring gas levels while the ladder truck began to ventilate the structure. Gas levels were reported to be as high as 87 PPM at one point and apparatus at the scene  had to be pulled back and be repositioned. The gas company was already on location doing work in the street when incident occurred. The power has been shut off to the building and a shelter for displaced residents is in the process of being set up.

Back to back armed robberies in Somerville

Shortly after 9:00 this evening Somerville police responded to the area of 153 Alewife Brook Pkwy (Route 16) for reports of an armed robbery. The victim; a female, was approached from behind by a Hispanic male wearing a mask and dark coat armed with a knife. The victim was relieved of personal effects and the subject fled eastbound on Route 16 towards the Arlington line.

Minutes later another robbery was reported in Davis Square.

Both incidents remain under investigation and more details will be posted as they become available.

Mercantile Bank in the South End robbed.

Around 9:40 this morning the Mercantile Bank at 1320 Washington St, in the South End was robbed. Conflicting reports of the description were broad casted over the airwaves but the one that garnered the most attention was a black male, 30-40's about, 6 foot 2, face was covered up. He was wearing black pants, black boots, a black puffy parka coat with a gray turtle neck underneath.

An undetermined amount of cash was taken and a note was passed. The subject fled on foot down Washington St towards Mass Ave.

Numerous possible sightings in the area included a male/female couple that were stopped on Union Park St and another possible sighting in an alleyway near 462 Mass Ave. Both of those turned out to be negative. Surveillance tapes are being reviewed and detectives from the Boston Police are investigating the incident as well as the bank robbery task force.

Car vs MBTA bus in Revere. 1 victim with serious injuries

Shortly before midnight last night in Revere on Route 1A (Northshore Rd) near the intersection of Oak Island Rd a vehicle rear ended an MBTA bus at a high rate of speed and continued about 300 yards before it came to rest. The lone occupant of the vehicle sustained serious injuries and was transported to the Mass General Hospital in Boston and listed in critical condition. The bus was unoccupied at the time and the driver was uninjured. The southbound travel lanes were closed for approximately 4.5 hours while the Massachusetts State Police CARS team responded to piece together the facts and circumstances surrounding the crash and aided Revere PD and Transit PD in the investigation.

Lawrence crash sends 2 with serious injuries to hospital after striking a pole and bursting into flames

Around 10 PM last night Lawrence police and fire raced to the intersection of Haverhill St by Morton St for reports of a vehicle that had struck a pole and caught fire. Radio transmissions indicated that 1 was ejected during the impact and another was trapped inside the vehicle. Preliminary investigation indicated that the vehicle was travelling at a high rate of speed down Haverhill Street when the driver lost control struck a utility pole, shearing it in half and travelled roughly 200 yards finally coming to rest against a food truck that was parked. The Massachusetts State Police accident reconstruction team was called in and assisted Lawrence police with the investigation. The identities of the occupants of the vehicle have not been released at this time.

 

 

Triple decker burns in East Cambridge. 2 injured. 1 fatally

Around 12:30 this morning Cambridge fire received calls for a house fire at 294 Columbia St. Box 297 was struck and engine 5 reported heavy fire showing from the top floor of a 3 story wood frame. Rescue 1 conducted a primary search and located 1 victim on the fire floor which is reported to be in serious condition. The bulk of the fire has been knocked down and the scene is being held for fire investigators with Cambridge fire and the Massachusetts State Police. Updates to follow as they become available.

Updated: 11/18-Article from the Cambridge Chronicle identifies the victim: Cambridge fatal fire

2 alarm fire damages hangar building at Boston Logan

At 9:27 this morning Massport fire requested assistance with a fire at 204 Prescott St; Building 9 (The old TWA hangar). Fire was in an office area on floor 3 of a 3 story hangar building that was undergoing renovation. A second alarm soon followed as interior crews tried to locate the seat of the fire.  No aircraft were stored at the facility at the time. At 9:52 command reported the bulk of the fire was knocked down and companies were venting an extensive smoke condition throughout the structure. At 10:32 AM command reported via radio transmissions that the 2nd alarm companies were picking up and are returning in service. Chelsea and Cambridge fire departments also assisted at the scene. No injuries have been reported. The cause of the blaze is under investigation.

Multi vehicle crash snarls midday commute in Norwood

Around 11:15 this morning police and fire crews responded to Route 1 South near the intersection with University Ave in Norwood for a multi vehicle accident with at least 1 injured person. Scanner transmissions indicated that one subject fled the scene and was apprehended a short time later by officers. The southbound side of the roadway was closed for approximately one hour as crews worked to clear the vehicles from the roadway and conduct the investigation. At the time of the road closure traffic was backed up to Route 128 in Dedham approaching the scene. The road is now open and delays have quickly eased. More updates posted as they become available.

Motorcyclist involved in deadly crash in North Andover

Shortly after 11 AM this morning. Fire and police crews raced to Route 114 near the intersection of Sharpners Pond Rd in North Andover for a collision involving a motorcycle vs. a pickup truck. The occupant of the bike sustained serious injuries during the impact and was transported to the Lawrence General Hospital by ground and later pronounced dead. A medflight helicopter was requested then later cancelled. The occupant of the pickup was also transported to the hospital w/ minor injuries. The roadway had lane restrictions has reconstruction teams worked the scene and traffic was heavily impacted in both directions. Identities of the victims have not been released pending notification of next of kin. More information to be posted as it becomes available.

Updated: Armed subject in Billerica

Around 4:40 PMyesterday afternoon the Billerica police along with numerous agencies including the NEMLEC Swat team along w/ a negotiator responded to 8 Pinedale Ave in the Pinehurst section of town for a report of a subject inside of a house armed with a firearm following a complaint from a neighbor that was threatened by the suspect. 6 area houses and businesses in the 880 Boston Rd plaza were evacuated and the road was closed to pedestrian and vehicular traffic. Patrol officers at the scene reported via radio traffic that the subject was well known by them and likely had a size able cache of weapons inside the home. Around 6:15 PM the subject surrendered peacefully without incident to officers and was taken into custody by officers and transported to the station for booking. Officers conducted a brief walk through of the area following the incident making sure any civil unrest was eased and the property was secured. Traffic was heavily impacted along Routes 3A and route 62 as law enforcement officials responded to the area. The area has since been cleared and traffic delays have eased.

Numerous reports from onlookers overheard at the scene included: The guy shot and killed his wife then took hostages, another rumor was that there were just "shots fired". There is a rod & gun club down  the road on Route 62 that I believe had a class being conducted at the same time. Those reports are very much false and did NOT occur. This incident resulted in no injuries to officers or any member of the public. An official release from the Billerica Police will follow.

Update 10/16-The subject has been identified as Edward Graboski a 69 year old male that resides at the above mentioned address. Arresting officers reported finding a loaded .32 caliber revolver on his person and a wide array of weapons at the home. The subject was arraigned this morning in Lowell district court on charges relating to the incident including assault by means of a dangerous weapon.

Body Recovery in the Charles River

Around 8:15 this morning the state police received a call reporting a body in the Charles River near the BU Bridge. Boston Fire dispatched a technical rescue response and Marine 1 responded to the scene. Members of the state police underwater recovery unit were also activated and divers have been deployed. No identity has been made at this time. Details to follow as they become available.

House fire levels Ashland MA home

Around 6AM this morning firefighters from across the metro-west part of MA raced to the scene of 72 Grover Rd in Ashland MA for a reported house fire. Upon arrival, the second and third alarms were quickly struck for a large dwelling fully involved with exposure issues. Water issues were reported and crews went defensive. The house is reported to be a total loss. No mention of injuries at this time. The State Fire Marshall's office has been requested to the scene.

Numerous crashes on Masspike bring traffic to a halt

Shortly before 5:45 PM today the State police responded to the Masspike eastbound around mile marker 67 in Brimfield for a reported multi vehicle accident involving as many as 8 vehicles. Preliminary investigation by troopers indicated there were 2 accidents. 1 involving 2 vehicles and a 2nd 3 car accident in the mix. Numerous injuries have been reported, none serious or life threatening. Ambulances from numerous departments around the area are responding include; Palmer, Wilbraham, Monson and Warren. The 2 left travel lanes are shutdown as state police work the crash and wreckers clear the scene. Traffic is at a standstill currently for 7 miles approaching the scene.

Update-6:45 PM. Troopers reporting now that both scenes are clear and all travel lanes are open. Delays are starting to ease.

Melrose/Wakefield hospital placed in lock down

Around 2 PM this afternoon the Melrose police and fire departments responded to the Melrose-Wakefield hospital for an "un-specified" police incident. The hospital itself was placed on lock down; which means no one in and no one out. There was also mention of a nearby building with the address of 65 Rowe St-which I believe is a medical office building. Police have released very little information on incident but do confirm an "incident" is on-going and a command post has been established.

Update-3:30 PM: Police now confirming that an "anonymous phone call" was placed saying there was an explosive device inside the building. The hospital is still on lock down and local and state authorities are searching the complex. No injuries have been reported at this time.