Melrose Public Safety Log: March 2–8, 2026
Compiled from official records by Townbrief | Edited by Dave Watkins
The following is a compilation of incidents and arrests recorded in the Melrose Police Department's official public log for the period March 2–8, 2026. All persons listed are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Domestic violence incidents, sexual assaults, and juvenile matters are excluded per Massachusetts law (G.L. c. 41, section 98F).
Monday, March 2, 6:31 a.m. — Odor of Gas: An odor of gas was reported inside a structure on the first block of Regans Way; services were rendered.
Monday, March 2, multiple times — Medical Emergencies: Five medical emergencies were reported; at least four patients were transported to the hospital.
Monday, March 2, 1:29 p.m. — Motor Vehicle Summons: A motor vehicle stop near the 70-block of Tremont Street resulted in a summons for operating an unregistered motor vehicle and operating an uninsured motor vehicle. The operator's name and age were not included in the available log text.
Monday, March 2, 10:45 p.m. — Arrest: A motor vehicle stop on West Wyoming Avenue near Melbourne Avenue resulted in an arrest. The arrestee's name, age, and charges were not included in the available log text; the associated arrest record (26-2464-AR) should be obtained for publication.
Monday, March 2, 11:07 p.m. — Warrant Arrest: A warrant was served resulting in the arrest of a female individual age 17 or older. Name, residence, and charges were not included in the available log text; the associated arrest record (26-2465-AR) should be obtained for publication.
Tuesday, March 3, 1:12 a.m. — Motor Vehicle Stop: A motor vehicle stop near the 500 block of Main Street resulted in a police report being filed; details are contained in incident report 26-2468-OF.
Tuesday, March 3, multiple times — Medical Emergencies: Three medical emergencies were reported; at least two patients were transported to the hospital.
Tuesday, March 3, 1:45 p.m. — Larceny: A larceny, forgery, or fraud incident was reported at the 360 block of Swains Pond Avenue; a report was filed.
Tuesday, March 3, 4:13 p.m. — Disturbance: A disturbance was reported at the 1000 block of Stone Place; a report was filed.
Tuesday, March 3, 4:38 p.m. — Motor Vehicle Accident: A motor vehicle crash was reported at Melrose Street near Belmont Street; a report was filed.
Tuesday, March 3, 5:11 p.m. — Motor Vehicle Accident: A motor vehicle crash was reported at Grove Street near Perham Avenue; a report was filed.
Tuesday, March 3, 5:51 p.m. — Motor Vehicle Accident: A motor vehicle crash was reported at First Street near Gooch Street; a report was filed.
Tuesday, March 3, 6:06 p.m. — Sudden Death: A sudden death was reported; a report was filed (incident 26-2506-OF).
Wednesday, March 4, 2:33 a.m. — Motor Vehicle Accident: A motor vehicle crash was reported near the 500 block of Main Street; a report was filed.
Wednesday, March 4, 6:57 a.m. — Motor Vehicle Accident: A motor vehicle crash was reported at Upham Street near Bellevue Avenue; a report was filed.
Wednesday, March 4, 7:14 a.m. — Motor Vehicle Accident: A motor vehicle crash was reported at Upham Street near Stratford Road; a report was filed.
Wednesday, March 4, 10:08 a.m. — Carbon Monoxide Alarm: A carbon monoxide alarm was triggered at Dell Avenue; the building was checked and cleared.
Wednesday, March 4, 10:34 a.m. — Motor Vehicle Accident: A motor vehicle crash at Lynn Fells Parkway near Green Street was referred to another agency.
Wednesday, March 4, 11:29 a.m. — Motor Vehicle Accident: A motor vehicle crash was reported at Green Street near Holbrook Court; a report was filed.
Wednesday, March 4, 11:33 a.m. — Larceny: A larceny, forgery, or fraud incident was reported at the 100 block of Lynde Street; a report was filed.
Wednesday, March 4, 12:11 p.m. — Motor Vehicle Accident: A second motor vehicle crash was reported at Upham Street near Bellevue Avenue; a report was filed.
Wednesday, March 4, 12:31 p.m. — Larceny: A larceny, forgery, or fraud incident was reported at Belmont Place; a report was filed.
Wednesday, March 4, 12:36 p.m. — Medical Emergency: A medical emergency was reported; the patient was transported to the hospital.
Wednesday, March 4, 3:03 p.m. — Motor Vehicle Accident: A motor vehicle crash was reported at Belmont Place near Belmont Street; a report was filed.
Wednesday, March 4, 3:43 p.m. — Motor Vehicle Accident: A motor vehicle crash was reported near Myrtle Street; a report was filed.
Wednesday, March 4, 4:48 p.m. — Threats: A threats incident was reported at Melrose Wakefield Hospital on the 500 block of Lebanon Street; a report was filed.
Wednesday, March 4, 4:53 p.m. — Motor Vehicle Tow: A motor vehicle tow at the 500 block of Main Street generated a police report (incident 26-2553-OF).
Wednesday, March 4, 5:30 p.m. — Assault: An assault was reported near the 500 block of Main Street; a report was filed.
Wednesday, March 4, 9:17 p.m. — Disturbance: A disturbance was reported at Wyoming Cemetery on the 200 block of Sylvan Street; a report was filed.
Thursday, March 5, 5:27 a.m. — Medical Emergency: A medical emergency generated a police report (incident 26-2582-OF).
Thursday, March 5, multiple times — Medical Emergencies: Three additional medical emergencies were reported; at least two patients were transported to the hospital and one was referred to another agency.
Thursday, March 5, 9:16 a.m. — Welfare Check: A welfare check at Melrose Montessori School on West Emerson Street resulted in a report being filed (incident 26-2590-OF).
Thursday, March 5, 1:22 p.m. — Assist Citizen: A citizen assist call at the 60 block of Wheeler Avenue resulted in a report being filed.
Thursday, March 5, 2:54 p.m. — Larceny: A larceny, forgery, or fraud incident was reported at the 400 block of Lebanon Street; a report was filed.
Thursday, March 5, 3:57 p.m. — Disturbance: A disturbance was reported at the 300 block of East Foster Street; services were rendered and a report was filed.
Thursday, March 5, 4:38 p.m. — Complaint: A complaint was filed at the 380 block of Main Street; a report was taken (incident 26-