Crime & Safety

Kids Reportedly Attempt to Knock Down a Tree in Linscott Park

Here's the latest from the Swampscott Police Department log.

Sunday, Oct. 11

At 7:12 a.m., a woman called to report a lost/stolen item as well as that she was locked out of her house.

At 2:14 p.m., a caller from Walnut Road reported his vehicle had been egged.

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At 3:17 p.m., a caller reported that five kids at Linscott Park were trying to knock down a tree. Police found the individuals to be 8-year-olds climbing a tree.

At 7:39 p.m., a man was reported to be attempting to sell his food stamps at Stop & Shop; he also refused to leave after being asked.

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>> Editor’s note: This information from the Swampscott Police Department log does not indicate a conviction. Click this link to find out how to get a name removed from a Massachusetts Patch police report.

Monday, Oct. 12

At 11:42 a.m., a motor vehicle hit-and-run was reported.

At 11:58 a.m., another motor vehicle hit-and-run was reported.

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