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Passenger drops unknown substance on train near Gilman, Somerville MA

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Drug Violation

Reported: 12/26/2025 05:02 PM

Gilman Square, Somerville, MA 02143

As discussed during the dispatch call, authorities responded after a passenger reportedly dropped an unknown light substance on a train near Gilman Square in Somerville. The situation may involve potential drug-related activity, though details remain unconfirmed.

Audio|Heard on: MBTA Green Line Dispatch

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We have a passenger on train 3609 who dropped some sort of light substance on the train.

00:10

I don't know.

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Gilman Square, Somerville, MA 02143

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