East Dennis arrested for B&E, 7 rifles seized
DENNIS - A two day investigation into the Breaking and Entering of an unoccupied building on Paddocks Path in East Dennis has led to the arrest of Robert Foley, 34, of East Dennis. Mr. Foley is being charged with 2 counts of Breaking and Entering and 2 counts of Larceny of Property Over $250.
The investigation began on Sunday afternoon when police were called by the owner of the building reporting that someone had broken into it and several items were now missing.
A description of a vehicle seen in the area of the break was obtained and Ptlmn. Sean Martin was able to track down a similar vehicle registered to Mr. Foley’s residence which is located within a mile of the break.
A search warrant was obtained for Mr. Foley’s residence and following execution of the warrant the items taken in this break, and a previous break to the same building which had occurred in September, were recovered.
Officers also seized several other items during the search. These items which are believed to be stolen and/or illegally possessed, include construction and mechanic tools, outboard motors, seven rifles and ammunition.
The total of property recovered or seized is in excess of $10,000.
The investigation is continuing and additional charges may follow.
Anyone with information can contact Det. Thomas Downs at 508-394-1315.
Media release furnished by Dennis Police
Afternoon news briefs
Dryer fire quelled in Brewster
BREWSTER - A basement fire in Brewster was determined to be caused by a clothes dryer.
The call at 79 Great Oak Road came in around 3 p.m. and brought a response from Dennis and Harwich FDs as well.
Crews were able to remove the dryer and determine there was no extension to the structure.
No injuries were reported.
In top photo, firefighters use a power ventilator to remove smoke from the house,
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Man struck by vehicle at Bourne landfill
BOURNE - A man was injured after being struck by a vehicle at the Bourne landfill. The victim was taken to a hospital with injuries not believed to be life-threatening. Bourne Police are investigating.
Dennis crash victim identified
DENNIS - Officials have identified the victim of Saturday's fatal crash in West Dennis as 51-year-old Jeffrey Kaplan of South Dennis. According to a preliminary investigation by Dennis Police, Kaplan, operating a Lincoln Navigator, had been travelling westbound on Route 28 and had left the roadway on two occasions prior to crossing into the east bound lane and striking a Ford Fusion operating by Margaret Snyder head-on. Snyder 57, and her husband Paul Snyder, 60, both of Athens, NY were treated and released at the scene. The force if the collision caused the Snyder vehicle to turn around 360 degrees prior to coming to rest on the sidewalk. The navigator continued for a short distance striking and damaging a ten foot cement pillar, which marks the east entry of the old Columns restaurant driveway. The crash remains under investigation.
Knife wielding man tased in Sandwich
SANDWICH - Sandwich Police report that Sunday evening, they responded to 39 Arnold Road in Sandwich initially for a well-being check of a female at the residence. An immediate follow up call reported a male holding a knife to a women’s throat. Upon arrival, Ofc. Lauren Gilrein heard a women yelling from within the house and running down the stairs. The woman told Ofc. Gilrein that a male, later identified as John Scaramuzzo, 35, of Forestdale, had put a knife to her throat.
Scaramuzzo came down the stairs immediately after the female and appeared to be extremely angry and enraged. When he was ordered by Ofc. Gilrein to stop and show his hands, Scaramuzzo refused to comply. Ofc. Gilrein attempted to gain control of Scaramuzzo, but he pulled away, pushed the officer and stated, “You better call for back-up.” He then started walking quickly towards the kitchen.
Ofc. Gilrein immediately deployed her Taser on Scaramuzzo. He went to the ground and was taken into custody. Scaramuzzo was transported to the Sandwich Police Department where he was processed for this incident on charges of assault with a dangerous weapon, resisting arrest as well as four outstanding warrants which were on file for him. No injuries were reported.
Editor's note: According to CWN archives, John Scaramuzzo was seriously injured when he crashed his Porsche on East Falmouth Highway in Falmouth on June 19th of this year. In addition, Falmouth Police arrested him on July 13th, 2011 for operating under the influence of liquor, operating negligently to endanger, failing to stop or yield, and speeding,
Media release furnished by Sandwich Police
Pickup vs pickup in Sandwich
SANDWICH - About 9 a.m., this Toyota Tundra collided with a Ford pickup on Cotuit Road at Route 130 in Sandwich. Both drivers were treated and released at the scene. It appeared the Toyota was turning onto Cotuit Road when it rear-ended the Ford. Sandwich Police are investigating.
Photo by CWN associate Andrew Jones
Yarmouth Police weekend roundup
YARMOUTH - Over the past weekend, Yarmouth Police responded to 362 police service calls, including 87 motor vehicle stops, 1 domestic violence attack, and 6 motor vehicle crashes. There were no OUI arrests, no crashes with serious Injury and no serious assaults. There were 9 total arrests.
Yarmouth Police also remind citizens there is an important town meeting tonight at 6:30 p.m. at the Mattacheese Middle School
Media release furnished by Yarmouth Police
Provincetown Police weekly arrest report
PROVINCETOWN - Provincetown Police report four arrests for the past week. All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
On October 15th at 10:05 p.m. Ofc. Kevan Spoor arrested
Edward W. Pearl Jr., 45, of West Yarmouth who was charged with
Warrant arrest
On October 18th at 1:48 a.m. Det. Richard Alves arrested
Mary Katherine Ahearn, 55, of Farmington, NH who was charged with
Assault and battery (domestic)
On October 18th at 7:04 a.m. Det. Meredith Lobur arrested
Tina M. Brown, 21, of Barnstable who was charged with
Larceny of a firearm (2 counts)
On October 21st at 11:45 a.m.
Robert P. Iafrate, 18, of Orleans was charged with
Warrant arrest
Media release furnished by Provincetown Police
Truro Police weekly arrest report
TRURO - Truro Police report two arrests for the past week. All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
On October 16th at 2:48 p.m. Lt. Craig Danziger arrested
Brian J. LaMarco, 20, of Ivoryton, CT who was charged with
Warrant arrest
On October 19th at 7:07 p.m. Ofc. Jeremiah Valli arrested
David L. Martin, 51, of North Truro who was charged with
Larceny over $250
Fradulent use of a debit card
Media release furnished by Truro Police
Sandwich weekly arrest report
SANDWICH - Sandwich Police report the following arrests. All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
On October 15th at 9:41 a.m.
Walter E. Bridges of Sandwich was charged with
Open and gross lewdness
On October 17th at 8:56 p.m.
Scott Cwalina of Bourne was charged with
Operating under the influence of liquor
Marked lanes violation
On October 19th at 04:47 a.m.
Maria Adalis of Hyannis was charged with
Possession of a Class A substance (subsequent offense)
On October 19th at 5:50 a.m.
Wilton P. Marshall IV of Forestdale was charged with
Distributing a Class B substance
On October 19th at 10:08 p.m.
David R. O'Brien of Carver was charged with
Operating under the influence of liquor
Operating to endanger
Marked lanes violation
Leaving the scene of property damage
Failing to stop for police
Failing to stop or yield
Speeding
(see related story here)
On October 21st at 1:52 a.m.
Adriana Lois Michaud of East Sandwich was charged with
Operating MV after license suspended
On October 21st at 6:35 p.m.
John Scaramuzzo of Sandwich was charged with
Assault with a dangerous weapon
Resisting arrest
Warrant arrest (4 counts)
(see related story above)
On October 21st at 9:13 p.m.
Kathleen LaCasse of Sandwich was charged with
unarmed burglary
Warrant arrest
Data furnished by Sandwich Police
Falmouth Police weekly arrest report
FALMOUTH - Falmouth Police report the following arrests for the past week. All suspects are considered
innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
On October 15th at 10:04 a.m.
Robert Michael Estrela, 21, of East Falmouth was charged with
Operating recklessly to endanger
Operating negligentky to endanger
Fail to stop for police
Operating MV after license suspended or revoked
Disorderly conduct
Marked lanes violation
Speeding
On October 15th at 10:28 p.m.
Christopher Mark Addison, 27, of Falmouth was charged with
Warrant arrest
On October 16th at 1:33 a.m.
Todd R. Lopes, 24, of East Falmouth was charged with
Operating MV after license suspended or revoked
On October 16th at 6:58 a.m.
Tyler J. Hewson, 23, of East Falmouth was charged with
Warrant arrest (2 counts)
On October 16th at 8:31 a.m.
Gabriel R. Simmons, 25, of East Falmouth was charged with
Trespassing
On October 17th at 3:02 p.m.
Emily Fern Sabens, 20, of East Falmouth was charged with
Warrant arrest
On October 19th at 1:16 a.m.
Ann M. Foley, 22, of Wilmington, MA was charged with
Possession of a Class C substance
Warrant arrest
On October 20th at 4:54 p.m.
Stanley R. Andrade, 50, of Mashpee was charged with
Warrant arrest
On October 20th at 5:23 p.m.
Todd R. Jacob, 42, of North Falmouth was charged with
Warrant arrest
On October 21st at 8:03 p.m.
Lisa Maria Dellisola, 43, of Billerica, MA was charged with
Assualt and battery
Disorderly conduct
On October 22nd at 6:54 a.m.
Ryan P. Partee, 27, of East Falmouth was charged with
Warrant arrest (2 counts)
Data furnished by Falmouth Police
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