Join Chief Todd Fitzgerald on Thursday, September 7 from 4 PM to 6 PM at the Police Station for his monthly office hours. Stop by to chat and also check out the new Safe Lobby in Town Hall. The Chief will be showing residents how it works.
Proceed With Caution…School Starts Tomorrow!
- Stop for people in crosswalks.
- Slow down in school zones.
- Be vigilant in areas of high pedestrian traffic.
Manchester-by-the-Sea Police Department To Seek Summons Against Driver Involved in Altercation With Parking Officer
Chief Todd Fitzgerald reports that the Manchester-by-the-Sea Police Department will seek a criminal summons against a driver involved in an altercation with a traffic enforcement officer.
A 73-YEAR-OLD MAN, OF ANDOVER, will be charged with:
- Assault and Battery on a Person over 60
- Intimidation of a Witness
On Wednesday, Aug. 23, a Manchester-by-the-Sea Parking Enforcement Officer reported at about 2:41 p.m. that she had been assaulted while attempting to write a ticket, and that the suspect was driving away. Officers responded to Beach Street at the entrance to Masconomo Park.
Through an initial investigation, officers determined that the man had shoved the ticket into the Parking Enforcement Officer’s chest in an attempt to put it inside their shirt. Officers also determined that the driver tried to stop the Parking Enforcement Officer from contacting headquarters.
A description of the car was broadcast through regional dispatch. At about 3:11 p.m., Middleton Police stopped the driver, who agreed to return to the Manchester-by-the-Sea police station.
Based on a follow-up interview, Manchester-by-the-Sea Police have decided to seek a summons against the driver, whose case will be heard before a Salem District Court Clerk Magistrate at a later date.
These are allegations. All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Further inquiries should be directed to the Essex County District Attorney’s Office.
Manchester-by-the-Sea Police Department Offers Tips to Prevent Car Break-Ins
Chief Todd Fitzgerald and the Manchester-by-the-Sea Police Department ask residents to properly secure their vehicles to prevent break-ins and avoid being easy targets for thieves.
The summer season is most popular for vehicle thefts and break-ins; according to the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration, more than 1 million cars were stolen in 2022. The NHTSA also warns that vehicle parts and valuable items also are targets, including radios, wheel covers, doors, engines, transmissions, air bags and radios, as well as items such as GPS units, cellphones, iPads, laptops and purses.
“Residents should lock their car doors every time they leave their vehicle,” Chief Fitzgerald said. “Please take all of your valuables with you. An expensive item is an attractive target for would-be criminals.”
Manchester-by-the-Sea Police offers the following tips to secure your vehicle and personal belongings:
- Take your keys. Don’t leave them in your vehicle.
- Close all windows and lock all doors.
- Never leave your vehicle while it is running.
- Never leave valuables in your vehicle. Anything stored inside your vehicle should be out of sight or in the trunk.
- Never leave credit cards/debit cards, cash, or your wallet or purse inside of your vehicle overnight.
- Park in well-lit areas or preferably inside a garage, if possible.
- Park in visible areas where your vehicle is not hidden by foliage or larger vehicles. Install lights with motion sensors near where you park your vehicle.
- Start the “9 p.m. Routine.” Double-check that your vehicle is locked and secure each night around 9 p.m.
If your vehicle has been broken into, follow these steps:
- Call the police to report a theft or break-in immediately.
- File a claim with your insurance company within 24 hours of discovering your vehicle was broken into.
- Your insurance company will request a copy of the police report and/or a case number for the insurance company to process a claim.
- You may be asked to provide the license plate number, make, model and color of the car, the VIN number and any identifying characteristics.
- If you find your vehicle before authorities, contact the police immediately and then your insurance company.
Introducing the ‘Chief’s Corner’
Chief Todd Fitzgerald has begun a monthly “Chief’s Corner” to keep Manchester-by-the-Sea residents informed about the Department and issues of interest. This month the Chief discusses the most asked-about issue in town: speeding. You may find the first issue here.
If you have a concern, or issue you’d like to see addressed in a future “Chief’s Corner,” contact Chief Fitzgerald here.
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