05/29/2026
MAY 17
A local woman reported receiving perceived threats after selling a fire pit online that the buyer claimed was defective. After she stated the sale was final, the buyer replied, “We’ll see what happens.” She was advised to contact SPD if the buyer appeared at her residence.
While on routine patrol, an officer observed a vehicle cross over the center line into his lane before correcting back into its own lane. That officer whipped a uey and initiated a motor vehicle stop. After an investigation, Brandon Kettell of Osterville arrested for the following:
90/24/J OUI Liquor
90/24/E Negligent Operation of a Motor Vehicle
89/4A Marked Lanes Violation
90/24I Possession of an Open Container of Alcohol
90/20/B No Inspection Sticker
MAY 18
Multiple calls for kids joy riding in a shopping cart. On heavily trafficked roadways. Very far from any supermarket or retailer.
A local coffee shop called to request assistance with an employee who showed up for work highly intoxicated. That man was taken into protective custody and allowed to try to arrange for a ride home.
Crisis intervention was requested for a child engaging in self-harm behaviors. That subject as brought to the hospital
MAY 19
A caller reported her neighbor was singing loudly, disturbing her sleep. It was 4:30 am. Responding officers could not locate the crooner.
A Sandwich man is being summonsed to court after he was caught on camera rummaging through a boat that did not belong to him. That individual had been the subject of other calls of suspicious behavior. He is being charged with:
266/120 Misdemeanor Trespassing
266/18/E Felony Breaking and Entering in the Daytime
MAY 20
A caller reported receiving an Amazon package that appeared to have been opened. Although nothing was missing, she suspected a neighbor may have tampered with it. Officers spoke with the neighbor, who stated they had not received or opened the package. No evidence of tampering or mail theft was found.
Officers assisted a child who was engaging in self-harm behaviors. That juvenile was transported to the hospital by Sandwich Fire.
MAY 20
Officers were dispatched to a medical facility after a woman made disturbing comments about herself and her children. Upon arrival it was determined she was in crisis. An adult child was contacted and confirmed she lived alone. That subject was brought to the hospital.
An elderly woman reported a suspicious incident after her key would not work in the lock and she observed what she believed to be a credit card lodged in the door. Officers investigated and determined there was no credit card present; the object observed was the strike plate for the lock. No evidence was found of any attempted forced entry or tampering.
MAY 21
Officers assisted a family who could not locate an elder. That subject was found and transported to the hospital. The family was referred to Officer Bondarek for assistance.
Officers took in a double feature when called to the Heritage Theaters for two would be moviegoers harassing other patrons. Upon arrival they located an East Falmouth couple who were clearly intoxicated. Both were brought to the station under protective custody.
MAY 22
Officers responded to an after-midnight complaint regarding dogs barking incessantly and disturbing the peace in a neighborhood. Officers located the dogs and contacted the owner by phone, learning they were currently out of the country but had neighbors checking on the animals. Those neighbors were contacted and advised they would address the issue and keep the dogs quiet overnight.
Crisis intervention was initiated for an individual who was engaging in self-harm. That subject was brought to the hospital.
A call was received for a possible altercation at a local residence. Officers made contact and all parties admitted to some heated dialogue but nothing physical. The involved agreed to stay apart for the evening.
A call from a delivery driver reporting concern for an individual in crisis resulted in the arrest of a local man. Officers responded to a residence where they located a man asleep, partially inside and partially outside of a vehicle. Following an investigation, David Luongo of Forestdale was arrested for the following:
269/10/K Carrying a Firearm without a License, 2nd Offense
269/11C/A Defacing A Firearm Serial Number
269/10/TT Possessing Ammunition without an FID Card
269/10H Carrying a Firearm while Intoxicated
94C/34/A Possession of a Class A Drug
Officers were dispatched to a local beach for reports of a bonfire gathering and possible fight. Upon arrival, large numbers of juveniles scattered from the area. Officers were able to detain several and contacted parents for safe rides home. One person was evaluated for an eye injury after fireworks were reportedly thrown into the fire, causing an explosion. Incidents such as this are among the reasons beach parking lots are closed early during the July 4th weekend. So keep that in mind when the complaining starts.
MAY 23
Lots of “failure to stop” reports in Sandwich and other local communities this weekend.
Officers assisted a family with elder issues. Officer Bondarek was advised and will be making contact.
Officers mediated a disagreement between a couple. Both stated the incident was all verbal and were on their way.
And that disagreement continued down into the village. A caller reported a couple parked in front of their home, arguing. Officers responded and provided a courtesy ride home to the passenger to cool off for the night.
