Last week in Shrewsbury, local police responded to a variety of disturbances, leading to several arrests and numerous service calls that kept officers on their toes. According to Shrewsbury’s official news, the incidents ranged from property damage to drunk driving, with a glass-shattering event thrown in for good measure. On April 28, police detained a man after he was spotted throwing rocks through the windows of a business on Watson Road. The suspect, who has reportedly been involved in similar offenses in the past, was located and arrested without providing any explanation for his actions. He is currently being held on a $100,000 cash bond.
The same day took officers to an altercation that might offer a definition of ‘driving under the influence’ in the most literal sense. The man in question, who was seen driving off on a flat tire, seemed to have embraced an unsavory gesture as his preferred method of communication with law enforcement. When the officers finally pulled him over, he was succinct about his drinking – “a lot.” He was arrested for his intoxication and a suspended license, adding weight to the maxim about actions and their equally potent reactions.
Moreover, on Sunday, the police were called to deal with a persistent visitor on Charing Square Lane. The individual had been specifically told they were not welcome but chose to disregard this warning after a brief departure, which led to their arrest for trespassing and disturbing the peace. The week included disturbances ranging from auto accidents to various calls for assistance, as Shrewsbury police continued their efforts to maintain peace and order…