September 16

TOWN OF DUDLEY

POLICE DEPARTMENT

71 West Main Street

DUDLEY, MASSACHUSETTS 01571-3264

Chief Steven J. Wojnar

Voice: (508) 943-4411
(508) 943-4417
Fax: (508) 943-0625

Sgt. Pamela A. Daniels

Sgt. Dean P. Poplawski

Sgt. Paul Ceppetelli

www.dudleypolice.com

Dudley Police Department

Press Release

September 16, 2008

On several occasions in recent days, the Dudley Police Department responded to over 20 reports of vehicle break-ins throughout the eastern section of town. During the early morning hours of Tuesday, September 16^th, Sergeant Paul Ceppetelli and Officer Marek Karlowicz conducted an investigation into these thefts and they were led to a home on Schofield Avenue in Dudley. They located two teenage suspects at that location. They also recovered numerous items which were taken during these breaks. Among the property recovered were stereo and electronic equipment, global positioning systems, CD’s, money, lottery tickets, fishing equipment, tools, and other personal belongings. All items recovered were brought to the Dudley Police department where several of the owners were contacted to make positive identifications. Officer James Annese also assisted in this investigation.

The names of the individuals involved are being withheld at this time as one subject is a juvenile. They are currently facing numerous counts of breaking and entering into motor vehicles. The matter is still under investigation and further information will be available at a later time.

The Dudley Police Department would like to thank the citizens and the community for their continued support and assistance in solving this and other cases. There are currently a number of recovered items which have not been liked to owners. Anyone with additional information or those who possibly had property stolen are asked to contact Sgt. Ceppetelli, Officer Karlowicz, or Officer Annese at the department at 508-943-4411.

In addition, the Dudley Police reminds residents to lock their vehicles when they are unattended. This simple step can safeguard your valuable property.

Attached photograph shows (left to right) Officer Marek Karlowicz, Sergeant Paul Ceppetelli, and Officer James Annese as they inventory the items recovered during the car break investigation.