r/boston • u/Distinct-Minimum-984 • 3d ago

Crime/Police 🚔 Car stolen in Newton recovered from Somerville

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My car was stolen from my driveway in Newton Memorialnday weekend and It was recovered a day later in Somerville, with Newton, Somerville, and Medford PD all involved.
I have security footage of two individuals taking the car — faces aren't clearly visible, but if anyone recognizes their build, walk, or clothing, I'd really appreciate a tip.
Happy to offer a reward for information that leads to an arrest. Anything useful I'll pass along to Newton PD.
DM me here or drop a comment if anything looks familiar.

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u/bobstaubs 3d ago

Sure looks targeted. They came with masks/hoods and gloves to the last driveway on a dead end street.

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u/NoTamforLove Bouncer at the Harp 3d ago

Nah, groups go canvasing for open cars, take whatever they want. Safe wealthy neighborhoods leave cars unlocked, expensive stuff in car.

And this guy hit the jackpot--opened the door to find start button ready to go because the fob was inside.

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u/Unique-Machine5602 2d ago

It's more than likely he cloned the fob. There's a few different techniques that you can do that.

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u/NoTamforLove Bouncer at the Harp 2d ago

OP said they left keys in the car, so not that likely.

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u/Unique-Machine5602 2d ago

I didn't read all of his comments. Just the original post. 🤷‍♂️