Recently, we have seen a sharp increase in the amount of identity theft reports we’ve been receiving. A great resource to help you with the next steps after potential identity theft is the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). The site asks you a series of questions and will give you a list of steps to take in order to form a recovery plan. Based on how you answer the questions, each recovery plan is different. There is also a full list of steps to take if you don’t have time to answer the short survey. A police report is only required in certain cases, specifically those where money was lost. If you are unsure if a police report is needed, please come into police headquarters (100 Main Street). We are unable to take reports over the phone or online.
Bodies of Two Missing Men Located, Man Charged in Connection with Murder
Middlesex District Attorney Marian Ryan and Medford Chief of Police Jack Buckley have confirmed that the bodies of Kiryl Schukin, 37 and Pavel Vekshin, 28 were located early yesterday morning inside a storage unit on North Beacon Street in Brighton. The investigation indicates that both men succumbed to stab wounds. Leonid Volkov, 37, of Medford, who was known to the victims has been arrested and charged with murder.
Just before midnight on April 14, investigators executed a search warrant on a Brighton storage unit that had been rented by the defendant using one of the victims’ names. Upon entry into the unit they were able to locate the bodies of both men inside rubber storage bins. The body of a man, tentatively identified as Kiryl Schukin, had been dismembered. Bleach, rubber gloves and items belonging to the deceased were also located.
The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner (OCME) accepted jurisdiction of the case and has ruled the cause of death of the man identified as Kiryl Schukin as homicide. The second man has been positively identified as Pavel Vekshin and his death has also been ruled a homicide.
Investigators learned that Mr. Schukin had been a guarantor on the lease for the apartment of Leonid Volkov in Medford. However, Mr. Schukin had recently declined to be the guarantor on the lease extension resulting in Mr. Volkov’s eviction. Through investigation, it is believed that Mr. Volkov and Mr. Schukin met in a rented U-Haul truck, which Mr. Volkov was driving, on March 29, 2023. Investigators also learned that a person believed to be Leonid Volkov was seen on video entering and leaving the victims’ building in the days following the last time Pavel Vekshin and Kiryl Schukin were seen. Police subsequently located that U-Haul at the storage facility where the bodies were found. Investigators believe the defendant was using it to transport items from the victims’ Locust Street apartment to the storage facility.
Leonid Volkov was arrested without incident in North Attleboro last night. He will be arraigned on Tuesday in Somerville District Court.
This case was investigated by the Middlesex District Attorney’s Office, Medford Police Department and Massachusetts State Police assigned to the District Attorney’s Office. The prosecutors assigned to this case are Ceara Mahoney and Pavan Nagavelli.
Press release by Middlesex District Attorney’s Office
Monthly Community Meetings Are Back!
After a long hiatus due to COVID-19 and the construction of our new building, we are pleased to announce that the Medford Police Monthly Community Meetings are back.
The meetings will be held the first Tuesday of every month, starting with April 4th, May 2nd and June 6th (followed by a summer break until September). They will be held at 6pm at Medford Police Headquarters (100 Main Street) in the Community Room (inside the main entrance to the left).
Join us for our first meeting back on April 4, 2023 at 6pm. The meeting will be led by Captain Barry Clemente and the topic will be scam alerts/general discussion.
We are open to exploring other locations to host in the future. If you have an idea for a future venue or discussion topic, please email info@medfordpolice.com.
Parking info: Parking is available in the parking lot on the side and behind Headquarters, as well as out front on Main Street and on the side of the building on Route 16. Handicap spots are located in the lot to the right of the entrance.
Scam Alert: Home Improvement Scams
We have recently had several reports of home improvement scammers in the area. The scammers will knock on your door claiming to be in the area working on a neighbor’s property. They will tell you they noticed the need for repairs on your steps/roof/driveway/etc., and they have extra materials they could use for your property. Typically the scammers will ask for a cash or check in advance and will either not complete the work at all or do an unsatisfactory job. Please read the tips below to avoid falling victim to a scam contractor:
– Consider only contractors who are licensed and insured
– Get recommendations for contractors from people you know and trust
– Research the contractor on bbb.org or through OCABR on mass.gov and always read reviews closely
– Get multiple estimates in writing that include a description of the work, materials needed, completion date and price
– Read contracts carefully and do not sign if there are blank spaces or details you don’t understand
If you believe that you are a victim of a contracting scam, please report it to the Medford Police Department and/or the Massachusetts Attorney General’s Office (AGO) Consumer Hotline at 617-727-8400.
Catalytic Converter Theft Prevention
This past weekend there were several thefts of catalytic converters. The thefts took place on Cushing Street, Essex Street, Light Guard Drive and High Street. All vehicles were older model Hondas.
These thefts have become a very common occurrence throughout the state and country. Please take what ever action you can to have additional safe guards on your property.
What are they?
A catalytic converter is an important component of your car’s exhaust system. They can cost several thousand dollars to replace. They are a target for thieves because they can be removed in under a minute and have a scrap value of a couple hundred dollars.
How can I prevent it?
- Know if your car is a usual target (older model Hondas, Toyotas and Ford trucks are typical)
- Have your VIN number etched onto your catalytic converter
- Install a protective device to make it harder for thieves to cut out
- Consider using bright, anti-theft spray paint
- Park in well-lit areas
If you hear any noise outside near any vehicles during the night, please call the police for an immediate response. Even though we try to redirect patrols to suspected target areas, there’s still a large area to cover. We need the public’s help. You can reach the Medford Police Department at 911 in an emergency or on our non-emergency line at 781-395-1212.
Friendly reminder: please do not send messages through our social media channels or website for an immediate response. They are not monitored 24/7.
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