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Hull Police Department Offers Tips To Prevent Holiday Package Theft

November 18, 2019 by Leah Comins

HULL – With the holiday shopping season officially here, Chief John Dunn and the Hull Police Department wish to remind residents of several precautions they can take when ordering items online to help prevent their gifts from falling into the wrong hands.

“For residents who are concerned about keeping their packages safe, there are many options available that won’t put gifts at risk,” Chief Dunn said. “Residents can track their deliveries or schedule a delivery time when someone will be there to accept packages. In addition, many stores now offer shoppers the ability to have their packages delivered to the store for pick-up.”

Tips to Prevent Holiday Package Theft:

To best ensure that your packages are not taken after they are delivered, Hull Police recommend the following tips:

  • Request notifications on your deliveries, via phone or email, to monitor your packages in transit and upon delivery. FedEx and UPS offer services to assist customers during the holidays.
  • Always require a signature on your deliveries to ensure packages are never left unattended.
  • Consider sending deliveries to an alternate location where someone will be able to receive them – whether that be a workplace, a neighbor or friend’s house, or a FedEx or UPS location.
  • Schedule your delivery for a specific date and time that you’re expected to be home.
  • Set up a vacation hold if you plan on traveling during the holidays so gifts won’t be left on the doorstep.
  • Be aware of “tailgating,” which refers to people who follow delivery vehicles and steal packages after they are dropped off.
  • If you find your package has been stolen, immediately report it to the Hull Police.
  • Never accept a surprise delivery where a payment is required, and never give out personal information when receiving a delivery that you purchased as it may be a scam.

Additionally, any suspicious people or vehicles in your neighborhood should immediately be reported to the Hull Police Department at 781-925-1212.

Additional Holiday Shopping Safety Tips:

Chief Dunn would also like to offer tips to holiday shoppers on how to avoid any incidents or theft while shopping in stores and online:

  • As more people are on the road during the holiday season, be sure to drive carefully. Be patient when looking for a parking space. Don’t speed up in a parking lot to catch an empty spot. Look for other cars or people when backing out of a parking space, and back out slowly.
  • Keep shopping bags out of plain sight in your vehicle, preferably in your trunk.
  • Keep your purse close to your body or your wallet in an inside coat pocket or front pants pocket.
  • Save your receipts and monitor your credit card activity.
  • When shopping online, stick to retailers you know or have shopped with before.
  • Don’t use public Wi-Fi to make purchases in order to prevent hackers from intercepting your information.

The men and women of the Hull Police Department wish everyone a safe and healthy holiday season!

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Hull Police Department Offers Halloween Safety Tips

October 25, 2019 by Leah Comins

HULL – Chief John Dunn and the Hull Police Department would like to offer residents some important safety tips as Halloween approaches to ensure everyone celebrates safely and responsibly.

Trick-or-treating hours in Hull are set for 4-8 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 31.

“Trick-or-treating is an exciting activity for young kids, but we would like to remind parents that young children should not trick-or-treat without parental supervision,” Chief Dunn said. “Parents should be on guard and make sure they keep a close watch on their children as they go from house to house. Kids may sprint ahead or forget to look both ways across the street.”

The Hull Police Department recommends that residents follow safety tips outlined by the American Academy of Pediatrics:

Dressing Up

  • Make sure that shoes fit well and costumes are short enough to prevent tripping. Consider adding reflective tape or striping to costumes and trick-or-treat bags for greater visibility.
  • If temperatures are cold during trick-or-treating time, be sure to have your kids wear long sleeves and warm clothing under their costume.
  • Because masks can limit or block eyesight, consider non-toxic makeup and decorative hats as safer alternatives. Hats should fit properly so they don’t slide over eyes. Makeup should be tested ahead of time on a small patch of skin to make sure there will be no adverse reactions.
  • When shopping for costume pieces, look for and purchase those with a label clearly indicating they are flame resistant.
  • If a sword, cane or stick is a part of your child’s costume, make sure it is not sharp or long. A child may be easily hurt by these accessories if he or she stumbles or trips.

Pumpkins

  • Small children should never carve pumpkins. Children can draw a face with markers before parents do the cutting.
  • Consider lighting your pumpkin with a flashlight or glow stick instead of a candle to avoid a fire hazard. If you use a candle, a votive candle is safest.
  • Candlelit pumpkins should be placed on a sturdy table, away from curtains and other flammable objects and not on a porch or in a path where visitors may pass close by. Lit pumpkins should never be left unattended.

Trick-or-Treating

  • A parent or responsible adult should always accompany young children.
  • If your older children are going alone, plan and review the route that is acceptable to you and send them with a cellphone. Agree on a specific time when they should return home.
  • Pedestrian injuries are very common on Halloween. Remind kids to stay in a group. They should remain on well-lit streets and always use the sidewalk. If there is not a sidewalk, walk at the far edge of the street facing traffic. Only cross the street as a group and in a crosswalk. Never cross between parked cars or out of driveways and never cut across yards or through alleys.
  • Only go to homes with a porch light on and never enter a home or car for a treat.
  • Review with children how to call 911 if they have an emergency or become lost.
  • Always check your kids’ candy for signs of tampering and throw away candy that appears to have been opened, even partially.

Keeping Your Home Safe for Trick-or-Treaters

  • Remove any objects from your porch or walkways that could put children in danger of tripping, including garden hoses, toys, bikes and lawn decorations. Sweep wet leaves or snow from sidewalks and steps.
  • Check outdoor lights and replace burned-out bulbs.
  • Restrain pets so they do not jump on or bite a trick-or-treater or run away.

As always, any suspicious person or vehicle should immediately be reported to Hull Police by dialing 911.

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Hull Police Charge Man with Larceny, Remind Beachgoers to Protect Their Valuables

July 16, 2019 by Leah Comins

Hull Police Department
Chief John Dunn
1 School Street
Hull, MA 02045

For Immediate Release

Tuesday, July 16, 2019

Contact: Benjamin Paulin
Phone: 781-428-3299
Email: ben@jgpr.net

Hull Police Charge Man with Larceny, Remind Beachgoers to Protect Their Valuables

RICHARD NUTILE JR., AGE 52, OF HULL was arrested after allegedly stealing a pocketbook and a cellphone at Nantasket Beach on Monday, July 15. (Hull Police Booking Photo)

HULL — Chief John Dunn reports that the Hull Police Department arrested a man for larceny on Monday, July 15, after he allegedly stole a woman’s pocketbook at Nantasket Beach.

RICHARD NUTILE JR., AGE 52, OF HULL was charged with one count of Larceny From a Person.

At approximately 6:50 p.m., a Hull Police officer, en route to a call, was flagged down by an individual who reported that a man had stolen his girlfriend’s pocketbook. The individual pointed to a man, later identified as NUTILE, who was running down the street.

The officer caught up to NUTILE, who was carrying a backpack. Through the subsequent investigation and speaking to NUTILE, it was determined that the backpack contained a pocketbook and cellphone that belonged to the victims.

NUTILE was arrested and taken to the Hull Police Department to be booked. NUTILE was expected to be arraigned in Hingham District Court today.

Hull Police and Chief Dunn would like to remind residents to keep their valuables safe and secure while at the beach:

  • Only bring essentials for the day
  • Keep your items close to your person or out of sight
  • Consider purchasing a waterproof bag so you can keep your valuables with you as you go in the water

“I’d like to commend the individual who flagged down our officer and was able to point out the suspect, resulting in quick recovery of the items and an arrest,” Chief Dunn said. “Beachgoers should remember to never leave their valuables unattended and always be aware of their surroundings.”

These are allegations. All suspects are innocent until proven guilty.

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Hull Police Remind Residents to Share the Road with Motorcycles

May 26, 2016 by Chelsea Belliveau

Hull Police Department
Acting Chief Robert C. Sawtelle
1 School Street
Hull, MA 02045

For Immediate Release

Thursday, May 26, 2016

Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: john@jgpr.net

Hull Police Remind Residents to Share the Road with Motorcycles

HULL — With summer weather quickly approaching, Chief Robert C. Sawtelle and the Hull Police Department are reminding residents to share the road with motorcyclists.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that in 2013, there were 4,668 motorcyclists killed in motor vehicle traffic crashes, and an estimated 88,000 who were injured.

“It is extremely important that drivers are extra cautious of motorcycles which can be hard to see if you aren’t careful,” Chief Sawtelle said. “On the other hand, motorcyclists must also take precautions and make themselves visible to drivers.”

To prevent accidents and fatalities, Chief Sawtelle recommends that drivers and motorcyclists follow several safety tips outlined by the Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles.

Advice to Drivers

  • Motorcycles are more difficult to spot than cars because of their smaller profiles and drivers are conditioned to look for other cars, not motorcyclists.
  • Traffic, weather, and road conditions require motorcyclists to react differently than drivers, so it is often difficult to judge and predict when riders may take evasive action.
  • Drivers must always be aware of their surroundings. Remember: Check twice, save a life.
  • Remember that motorcyclists have the same privileges as other drivers. Be sure to give riders a full lane of travel, and always keep a close watch for motorcyclists — especially at intersections and on highways.
  • Anticipate a motorcyclist’s maneuvers. A piece of road debris that poses no threat to a car may be deadly for a motorcyclist. Predict evasive moves a motorcyclist might take by always being aware of your surroundings. Also, don’t follow motorcycles too closely. Allow enough room for the motorcyclist to take evasive actions.

You are more likely to be involved in an accident with a motorcycle when:

  • You are making a left turn in front of a rider.
  • A motorcyclist is riding in your blind spot.
  • There are hazardous road conditions. Potholes, wet leaves, railroad tracks, and other obstructions may force a motorcyclist to take an action you don’t expect.
  • You have an obstructed line of sight. Sport utility vehicles, delivery vans, and large trucks may block motorcyclists from your view.

Advice to Riders

  • Don’t assume you are visible to a driver. As a motorcyclist, it is your responsibility to make your presence known to drivers. Select and wear an appropriate helmet with retroreflective materials. A motorcycle helmet is your most valuable piece of protective gear and should be visible to drivers. Wear bright, contrasting protective clothing. If you wear dark clothing, wear a fluorescent vest.
  • Use headlights while riding on the highway, and use high beams rather than low beams. Also consider a modulating headlight.
  • Proper lane position is important. It helps drivers see you and protects your riding space. Remember, if you can see a driver in the side-view mirror, the driver can see you. Avoid riding in a driver’s blind spot, and always signal before making a move. Never weave between lanes.
  • Remember, there is no one safe place to ride. Use lane positioning to be seen and to provide extra space for emergency braking situations or avoidance maneuvers. Never share a lane with a car. Drivers may not expect you alongside their cars and may not be aware of your presence.

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