The Milton police log: racing motorcycles; wires sparking on Canton Avenue

By Natalie Feulner, Town Correspondent

Here are some recent incidents reported to the Milton police. A full list is available at police headquarters, 66 Highland St.

On May 18 at 5:57 a.m., a caller on Truman Parkway reported an unoccupied car with front-end damage parked in the caller's driveway. When police investigated, they found that the vehicle was involved in a hit-and-run and was wanted by the State Police.

On May 19 at 9:16 p.m., several callers on Blue Hill Avenue reported racing motorcycles. The responding officers stopped two motorcycles in the area, and both operators were cited for violating automobile laws.

On May 20 at 1:24 p.m., several callers reported a car accident near Brook Road and Pleasant Street involving three cars. Police responded, and four people were taken to area hospitals.

On May 21 at 2:53 a.m., a resident on Green Street reported that a car hit a nearby fence. When officers arrived they found that the car was unoccupied. Blue Hills Towing was called to remove the car.

Later that morning at 11:05 a.m., a resident walked into the station to report a set of keys found at Highland Street and Clifton Road.

On May 22 at 9:30 a.m., numerous callers reported wires sparking on Canton Avenue. Police notified NStar, and the responding officer reported that some power was out in the area.

Then at 11:49 a.m., a caller reported he found a dead chicken on Houston Avenue. The town’s animal control officer was notified to remove the animal.

Natalie Feulner can be reached at natalie.feulner@gmail.com.