Billerica Police | MA

BPD Officers were dispatched to Clinton St at approximately 4am this morning for a disturbance.  The caller stated that their neighbor, Edward J Hyland, 50, of 2 Clinton St. was outside yelling and attempting to damage vehicles with his fists.

Officer John Slaney was the first Officer to arrive. As Officer Slaney approached, Hyland attempted to punch him.  While Slaney was attempting to restrain Hyland he was able to break free.  Slaney attempted to create distance with Hyland to no avail.  Hyland continued after Slaney until he was hit with pepper spray. Hyland then attempted to hide in the bushes in front of the home where he became entangled in Christmas lights.  After getting free of the Christmas lights Hyland ran and hid behind a fence. Officer Jay Hickey arrived at that time to back up Slaney.

When Officer Hickey arrived he was immediately set upon by Hyland.  Hyland attempted to strike Hickey numerous times by swinging his fist wildly. Officer Hickey defended himself. As Hyland fell back, off balance, Slaney arrived and both Officer’s were able to successfully restrain Hyland and get him into a cruiser.

During the course of the incident Officer Hickey suffered some minor injuries.  Hyland was booked and charged with:

• Disturbing the Peace
• Threats to Commit a Crime
• Assault and Battery on Police Officers
• Resisting Arrest

Billerica Police, Fire and EMS responded to the area of 171 Pollard St on Monday evening at approximately 7:50pm for a reported one car accident.  Officer Michelle Glavin was the first officer on scene and found the operator laying across the front seats, unrestrained and bleeding.  Officer Glavin was able to determine that the man was breathing.  She made her way into the vehicle and stabilized the victim until Paramedics and Firefighters were able to open up the vehicle and move him to the ambulance.  The operator, William T. Greenlaw, 45, of Dracut was transported to a local hospital with serious injuries.

At this time the accident is under investigation by the Billerica Police and Massachusetts State police.

Billerica – On Monday, January 3, 2012 Billerica Police responded to #125 Baldwin Road for a report of a deceased male located in the wood line behind a single family residence. Billerica Police have conducted a preliminary investigation in cooperation with Massachusetts State Police detectives assigned to the Middlesex DA’s Office. At this time the death does not appear suspicious. The victim is identified as William Wilson, a forty eight year old resident of Billerica.

Any additional questions should be directed to Sgt Roy Frost, 978-667-1212 x120

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On Friday, December 2, 2011, Jerry Paine was in trouble.  Jerry was fishing on Nuttings Lake and fell out of his canoe.  Below is his story.  It demonstrates the dangers of being out on the water without a floatation device.  His story also recognizes the selfless actions of his rescuers.

Jerry Paine’s Story

In the above photo from the podium left to right; Frank McLaughlin, Jerry Paine, Eileen Conway, Ptl Steve Cogswell, Ptl John Harring and Ptl Frank Rayne.  McLaughlin, Conway and Cogswell were presented the Billerica Lifesaver Award by the Billerica Selectmen on December 19th.

On December 26th at approximately 2:30pm Officer Frank Rayne was checking the parking lot at the Billerica Public Library.  As Officer Rayne entered the rear lot he observed a black Chevrolet Blazer leaving the area abruptly.  A quick check of the vehicles registration revealed that it had been reported stolen out of Chelmsford on December 23rd.

A motor vehicle stop was conducted in the area of the Billerica Mall and Michael S. Savage, 18, of 4 Purcell Dr. Billerica was placed under arrest.  A license query on Mr. Savage also revealed that his license status was revoked in the Commonwealth.  Mr. Savage is charged with receiving a stolen motor vehicle and operating on a revoked license.