Stolen Beverly Estate Car Found in Lynn

Police investigate violent home invasion at high-value Paine Avenue mansion

Apr. 3, 2026 at 6:25am

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Beverly Police are investigating a violent home invasion at a high-value Paine Avenue mansion where an armed intruder allegedly tied up and injured a housekeeper before fleeing in a stolen Porsche later found in Lynn. The housekeeper was treated at Beverly Hospital for non-life-threatening injuries, and Beverly Police, with State Police assistance, continue to search for the suspect.

Why it matters

This incident highlights the ongoing challenges of property crime and home invasions in affluent neighborhoods, as well as the potential for dangerous escalation when criminals target high-value homes and vehicles. The recovery of the stolen car in Lynn also suggests potential connections to broader regional criminal networks.

The details

According to police, the armed intruder broke into the Paine Avenue mansion, tied up and injured the housekeeper, and then fled the scene in a stolen Porsche belonging to the estate. Beverly Police, assisted by Massachusetts State Police, later located the stolen vehicle in Lynn. The housekeeper was transported to Beverly Hospital and treated for non-life-threatening injuries.

  • The home invasion occurred on Paine Avenue in Beverly.
  • The stolen Porsche was later recovered by police in Lynn.

The players

Beverly Police

The local law enforcement agency investigating the home invasion and vehicle theft.

Massachusetts State Police

The state-level law enforcement agency assisting Beverly Police with the investigation.

Housekeeper

The victim of the home invasion who was tied up and injured by the armed intruder.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in Beverly or anywhere else.”

— Robert Jenkins, Beverly Resident

What’s next

Beverly Police, with the assistance of State Police, continue to search for the suspect involved in the home invasion and vehicle theft.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the need for heightened security measures and vigilance in protecting high-value homes and properties, as well as the importance of regional law enforcement collaboration to address cross-jurisdictional criminal activity.