Attention Members of the Media, This section will contain any pertinent News Info as soon as it is released by this Department Thank You
WENHAM POLICE DEPARTMENT
Media Release
July 28, 2006
“Wenham Police launch new program focusing on the business community”
The Wenham Police Department has launched a new program that focuses on crime prevention within the business community. Officer David Doyle will serve as the Business Liaison Officer. The Business Liaison Officer has the primary responsibility of being visible and the active law enforcement figure at businesses around town on crime prevention or any law-related issues. Officer Doyle will work closely with the business owners and employees to solve problems within the business community. The officer will also be the liason between the business community and this department.
The officer will conduct, as applicable, visits to businesses for purposes of establishing rapport and cooperation between the police and business community. The visits will stress crime prevention tips such as employees being reminded that they should immediately call 9-1-1 upon the occurrence of a crime and not to call managers, owners, wives, etc., prior to calling the police. The officer will also give advice on cash drops, building layout, etc. Site surveys on crime prevention and safety will also be conducted. The owner/employees of the business will be advised of the nature of the program but under no circumstances will they be offered or given implied special protection assurances. Lastly, the officer will conduct on-site visits to victimized establishments for the purpose of making recommendations for the prevention of crimes in the future. Chief Ken Walsh is extremely excited about this new program which is new to the area.
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THE WENHAM POLICE DEPARTMENT
MEDIA RELEASE
Monday July 24, 2006
“Assist of Disabled Motor Vehicle Leads to Arrest of Lynn Woman and Seizure of Drugs”
On Monday, July 24, 2006 at 2:03 PM—Wenham Police Patrol Officer Shane Kavanagh
assisted a disabled motor vehicle on Route 97 (Topsfield Road) at the four way intersection. Officer Kavanagh spoke with the occupant and determined that her right to operate had been suspended. Further investigation revealed the operator to be in possession of marijuana. Detective Mark Fraser arrived as back up and assisted with the on-scene investigation. The driver was interviewed and placed in custody for possession of marijuana and operating after suspension. A drug detection dog was called from the Essex County Sheriff’s Department and a search of the vehicle was conducted which revealed a large bag of white substance under the seat believed to be cocaine.
The woman was transported to Wenham Police Station and held on $10,000 cash
bail until her arraignment on Tuesday morning. The investigation is active and ongoing. Anyone with information about this woman is asked to contact Wenham Police Detective Mark Fraser at 978-468-4000
Arrested Person
Diane M. Holland—Age 41
20 Park Street
Lynn, MA
Charges
Possession of Cocaine with Intent to Distribute
Possession of Marijuana
Operating after Suspension of License
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Wenham Police report early morning car breaks
The Wenham Police would like to warn all residents of early morning car breaks and stolen vehicles from driveways. Most of the vehicles were left unlocked. The Wenham Police would like to remind all residents not to leave valuables in their vehicles, lock their vehicles and leave outside lights on during the night. Area tows have been experiencing a large number of breaks and stolen vehicles. The incidents have occurred in neighborhoods around Cherry St, Monument St, and Topsfield Rd. The items taken include cell phones, credit cards, brief cases and cash.
If you notice any suspicious activity, please call 9-1-1 immediately.
Kenneth M. Walsh, Chief of Police
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