WESTFIELD
Major crime and incident log
Tuesday, May 30, 2017
8:24 a.m.: Motor vehicle violation, Southampton Road. Police reported that following a traffic stop, the suspect had allegedly fled from the scene through a wooded area. Police searched for the suspect but were unable to find them initially. Police reported that the suspect was later found May 31, and subsequently arrested and charged.
8:47 a.m.: Accident, Russell Road. Police received a report of a vehicle that is off the road, no injuries. According to police, a tow truck was requested, as well as an ambulance from Westfield Fire Department to check on the driver. No person was transported to the hospital. Police reported the driver said they had ended up off the road attempting to avoid a truck.
6:53 p.m.: Accident, Springfield Road and Union Street. Police received a report of a two-vehicle crash involving a 2009 Suzuki SX4 and a 2015 Honda Odyssey. No injuries were reported but two tow trucks were requested.
