Cape Wide News for Monday July 6th, 2009

Update: Pedestrian struck in Dennis passes away (click here)

Sewer system troubles prompt emergency declaration in Provincetown

^{This has been a familiar sight in Provincetown for the last couple of days as pumping trucks try to prevent flooding after a sewer system malfunction.}
PROVINCETOWN - It was the last thing town officials needed to hear on the busiest weekend of the year. The Town of Provincetown's sewer system has been operating under emergency conditions since 9:30 a.m. on July 4th when a low vacuum alarm went off. On-call personnel were immediately notified. Several leaks were reported across town but the exact problem could not be found.

Provincetown DPW workers along with system engineers AECOM (formerly Metcalf and Eddy contracted the services of an army of cesspool pumping trucks to mitigate the situation and prevent major flooding. It has been a common site to see trucks in busy roadways doing emergency pumping where sewerage has started to bubble up. Despite the efforts CWN has learned a number of structures have been contaminated and will have to be cleaned. On Monday crews located a sewer pipe with a significant hole in it on Dyer Street (right foreground) thought to be the main culprit. That street has been closed because of the excavation and repairs. Officials say it will take some time to make those repairs and then get the system back up to full service.

DPW telephone lines are being staffed. People with concerns can call (508) 487-7060 to report problems and obtain information. If there is no answer at that number call the 24 hour emergency line at (508) 487-5474.

An overflow crowd showed up at an emergency meeting of the board of selectmen at the Grace Gouveia Building on Alden Street Monday evening.

Health officials have closed all bayside beaches as a precaution because of the possibility of raw sewerage getting in the water.

Residents and businesses hooked to the sewer system are being asked to conserve water whereever possible. Minimize showers and delay washing clothes until the emergency is over.

You may recall a few weeks ago a pump failure in the Hyannis sewer system caused sewerage to flood several homes in the South Street area and closed beaches.

At right a full moon rises over a closed Johnson Street beach.

Photos by Tim Caldwell/CWN





Several injured in Truro crash

^{Several people were injured, some seriously in a crash on Route 6 in Truro Monday afternoon}
TRURO - Several people were injured in a crash on Route 6 in Truro Monday afternoon. The crash happened shortly before 4 p.m., by the Citgo gas station by Head of the Meadow Road. A Chevy pickup appeared to have rear ended a Subaru Outback station wagon.

A "Mass Casualty Incident" was declared because of the number of patients rescuers found when they arrived.

Five people were taken to Cape Cod Hospital, some with serious injuries. Truro Police are investigating the cause of the crash. We'll bring you further details as we get them.

Photos by Tim Caldwell/CWN

Fire damages Chatham house

^{An outside fire spread to a Chatham home before being knocked down by firefighters.}
CHATHAM - Fire damaged a house in Chatham Monday afternoon.

The blaze at 74 Mill Pond Lane apparently started outside and spread to the home.

No injuries were reported.

Firefighters were able to quickly knock down the fire.

The exact cause is under investigation.








It was a busy afternoon for Chatham firefighters.

They were called out again just after 6 p.m. for a garage fire at 45 Medicine Bow Street.

Crews discovered a fire on a work bench in a two-car garage that was extending to some cabinets.

Again they were able to make a quick knockdown and no injuries were reported.

Photos courtesy of Chatham fire











Coast Guard Falcon jet makes emergency landing at MMR
MASS MILITARY RESERVATION - A United States Coast Guard Falcon jet made an emergency landing at the Mass Military Reservation about 2:30 p.m.

According to reports one of the two engines went out.

The plane landed safely and no injuries were reported.

Maintenance crews are checking to see what caused the trouble.

CWN file photo by US Coast Guard

One injured in Hyannis crash
HYANNIS - At 11:30 a.m. Monday Barnstable Police were dispatched to the area of the Pufferbellies sign on Route 28 for a crash. CWN's Frank Paparo who was right around the corner arrived first and helped police locate the vehicle involved about 100 feet away from the original location. A passenger from a Ford Taurus was taken to Cape Cod Hospital for evaluation. The driver of the Taurus told CWN a small white compact car allegedly rear-ended him. The driver of the white car said he would pull over to exchange papers but instead apparently left the scene. Barnstable Police are investigating and looking for the white vehicle.

Story and photo by Frank Paparo/CWN

Provincetown Police report on 4th of July
PROVINCETOWN - Provincetown Police have released new information as a followup to our 4th of July report: From Friday, July 03 to Monday July 6, the Provincetown Police logged 343 calls for service. This represents an increase of 18% from 2008. The Provincetown Police arrested 14 persons (12 male and 2 female) and detained an additional 18 persons for public drunkeness. All parties are presumed innocent until proven guilty. The arrested subjects are as follows:

Byers, Cameron David, 20 of Hyannis

07/04/09 Disorderly conduct
07/04/09 Resisting arrest

Arrested by Chief Jeff Jaran








Cedargren, Eric C, 37 of Westford

07/04/09 Operating under the influence of alcohol
07/04/09 Leaving scene after causing personal injury
07/04/09 Operating negligently to endanger

Arrested by Officer Thomas Koumanelis & Officer Ryan Peters






Cordeiro, Natan Jose 17 of Hyannis

07/04/09 Operating recklessly to endanger
07/04/09 Operating without being licensed
07/04/09 Minor transporting/carrying liquor

Arrested by Massachusetts State Police Trooper Matthew Covino






Everett, Hazel O, 20 of North Truro

07/04/09 138-34C Minor transporting/carrying liquor

Arrested by Officer Richard Alves







McEnaney, Cnristopher Mead 18 of Orleans

07/04/09 Resisting arrest
07/04/09 Cruelty to animals (Assault Police Horse)
07/04/09 Illegal possession of oxycondone
07/04/09 Possession of or exploding fireworks

Arrested by Officer Richard Alves & Officer Glenn Enos




Pinto, Reynaldo De Oliveira 33 of East Boston

07/04/09 Disorderly person
07/04/09 Resisting arrest
07/04/09 A&B on a police officer
07/04/09 Warrant arrest

Arrested by Officer Matthew Clem & Officer Glenn Enos




Turco, Dean A Jr. 17 of West Yarmouth

07/04/09 Minor transporting/carrying liquor

Arrested by Officer Michael Carr & Officer Craig Danziger







Villa, Nicholas G, 19 of  Framingham

07/04/09 Disorderly person
07/04/09 A&B

Arrested by Deputy Shaun Caiado & Deputy Jeremiah Valli






Fettig, Erik William 17 of Orleans

07/05/09 A&B on a police officer
07/05/09 Disorderly person
07/05/09 Resisting arrest

Arrested by Officer Ryan Peters & Detective Monica Himes





Frazier, Jeremy Paul, 26 of Wellfleet

07/05/09 Disorderly conduct

Arrested by Officer James Roach







MacDonald, Michael B 22, of Albany, NY

07/05/09 A&B on a police officer

Arrested by Officer Officer Ryan Peters & Detective Monica Himes







Tallmadge, Ian Paul, 20 of Brewster

07/05/09 Disorderly person
07/05/09 Resisting arrest

Arrested by Officer Officer Ryan Peters & Detective Monica Himes







Villa, Nicholas G, 19 of Framingham, MA


07/05/09 Disorderly person (second arrest of evening)

Arrested by Officer Craig Danziger


Young, Susan L, 45 of Orleans

07/05/09 Operating under the influence of alcohol (second offense)
07/05/09 Resisting arrest
07/05/09 Operating negligently to endanger

Arrested by Officer Kevan Spoor & Officer LJ Silva

Release and mugshots furnished by Provincetown Police

Rollover on Route 6 in Yarmouth
YARMOUTH - A single-car crash resulting in a rollover was reported on Route 6 westbound in the median before exit 8 in Yarmouth around 11 am. Monday. Apparently the operator, 18-year-old Jessica Pantoja of Dennis, was able to "self-extricate" from her Honda Civic. State Police believe Pantoja was trying to change lanes when another car blew their horn and she swerved and lost control. Pantoja, who was treated and released at the hospital, was cited for failing to stay in marked lanes.

Dennis police officers perform life-saving measures
WEST DENNIS – A press release from the Dennis Police Department reports that Dennis Police Sergeant Peter Dimatteo credits officers Robert Kurisko and Seth Richter with saving the life of a 71-year-old heart attack victim on Saturday morning, July 4, 2009.

Shortly after noon the officers were dispatched to Diane’s Spa in West Dennis on the report that a 71-year-old male victim was suffering chest pains. Officers arrived to find the victim in full cardiac arrest and immediately began CPR. The officers continued treatment by administering a shock from an Automated External Defibrillator.

Following the shock the victim opened his eyes and was responsive to the officers. The victim was then transported to Cape Cod Hospital by the Dennis Fire Department for further treatment and evaluation.

Sgt. Dimatteo credited the quick work of the officers and the availability of an AED for the successful outcome of the case.  All Dennis patrol vehicles are equipped with an AED through a cooperative effort with the Dennis Fire Department.

Harwich Police week in review
HARWICH - From Monday, June 29 to Sunday July 5, the Harwich Police logged 424 calls for service. The Harwich Police responded to 18 motor vehicle crashes and 3 disturbances as well as seveal other service calls such as parking complaints and house alarms. Six individuals will face criminal charges. Of the six five were arrested and one will face a criminal application to appear in court at a later date. The arrested subjects are as follows:

Jeffrey Quest of Harwich

Assault and Battery (Domestic Violence)

Mr. Quest was arrested by Officer Mark Holmes as the result of a domestic disturbance.







Kevin O'Brien of Chatham

Default Warrant for motor vehicle violations

Mr. O'Brien was arrested by Officer Eric Geake as the result of a motor vehicle stop.








Alexander Green of Taunton

1. Operating under the influence of alcohol (OUI)
2. Negligent operation of a motor vehicle
3. Marked lanes violation
4. Speeding

Mr. Green was arrested by Sgt John Sullivan as the result of a motor vehicle stop.






David Olearcek of Chatham

Shoplifting

Mr. Olearcek was arrested by Officer Amy Walinski as the result of a call for service at a local supermarket.








Cullen Winkler of Centerville

1. Operating under the influence of alcohol (OUI)
2. Negligent operation of a motor vehicle
3. Marked lanes violation
4. Fail to stop/yield