Acton Police log highlights: August 5-11, 2026
A Acton Bridge-curated list of police call log incidents and arraignment updates on recent arrests.
Read about how The Acton Bridge compiles police logs here.
Wednesday, August 5
12:28 a.m. A police officer pulled over a vehicle for speeding and swerving on Acton Turnpike. After a field sobriety test, the person was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol (first offense), an open container of alcohol, a marked-lanes violation, speeding, and negligent operation.
11:32 p.m. A Musterfield Road resident called 911 to report a truck parked in their cul-de-sac that was making loud noises and flashing its lights. Police spoke with the truck driver, who said they worked for a pool service and were filling a nearby pool. The driver agreed to come back in the morning.
Thursday, August 6
9:59 p.m. A caller reported that a dog bit her stepson on Old Bedford Road and they were heading to urgent care. Animal control was notified.
Friday, August 7
2:55 p.m. A 911 caller reported that a car had struck a stone wall on Lowell Road and had been abandoned. Police called for a tow.
7:10 p.m. A 911 caller reported a possibly intoxicated person had urinated on Thoreau Street. The caller said they saw the person walk back and forth before running toward the train depot. Police could not locate the person.
11:18 p.m. A caller reported a possibly intoxicated person on Thoreau Street with an abrasion on his face and a smashed phone. Police took the person into protective custody before releasing him to his wife.
Saturday, August 8
12:36 a.m. A caller reported a noise complaint on Old Marlboro Road. When asked for more information, the caller said they were currently on Cape Cod and then hung up. Police found a small house party in the area and informed them of the complaint.
10:07 p.m. A DoorDash driver called to report he accidentally drove onto someone’s lawn while trying to make a delivery on Mildred Circle. Police helped notify the homeowner.
Sunday, August 9
5:45 a.m. A caller reported a person swimming nude in Walden Pond. Police were unable to locate the swimmer.
Monday, August 10
3:35 p.m. A caller reported people were parking at Hapgood Forest and walking to Walden Pond. Police issued two parking citations.
Tuesday, August 11
9:05 a.m. A Nathan Pratt Drive resident requested to speak with animal control about a baby bird. ACO was notified.
— Compiled by Trace Salzbrenner
