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Lawrence police seek help identifying individual in photo
LAWRENCE — The Lawrence Police Department is reaching out to the public for assistance in identifying an individual whose photo they have circulated. Authorities are urging anyone who has information on the person in question to come forward. The department has not disclosed the circumstances surrounding the need to...
NH man charged with child endangerment after 11-year-old overdoses on fentanyl
A New Hampshire man is facing child endangerment and drug charges after an 11-year-old in his care overdosed on fentanyl last week. Nashua police said they arrested 31-year-old Tyler Greenhalgh, of Nashua, for felony possession of a controlled drug, subsequent offense, and misdemeanor endangering the welfare of a child. Bail was set at $2,500 and he was scheduled to be arraigned on Monday in Nashua District Court.
Man charged with stealing food from Burger King drive thru customer, exposing himself
A Massachusetts man is facing multiple charges after he allegedly stole food from a Burger King drive thru customer, fled the scene and then exposed himself while in an area backyard. Reading police said they received a call around 10:20 p.m. for reports of a man causing a disturbance and...
WHS grad recovering from serious injuries after Seabrook Beach crash: 'Like a miracle'
SEABROOK — The prayers of family and friends of 19-year-old Cayleigh Adams are being answered, according to the mother of the Seabrook beach parking attendant severely injured when her UTV was struck by a car on June 28. “Everyone at the emergency room and the hospital, the doctors and...
Man dragged by car, robbed at gunpoint trying to buy vape cartridges, police say
A man was robbed at gunpoint and dragged by a car in December after he was trying to buy vape cartridges in Massachusetts, according to the Tewksbury Police Department. Isaiah Polston, 19, of Chelmsford, now faces multiple charges, including assault with a dangerous weapon (firearm), in connection with the robbery, the police department said in a press release.
Suspect arrested after lengthy search in Everett
EVERETT — Police arrested a Haverhill man on gun and drug charges Monday following a four-hour search near the Gateway Mall. Sergio Sanchez, 38, was taken into custody around 11 a.m. after officers responded to a call on Dane Street earlier that morning, Everett police said. A homeowner reported...
24-year-old Massachusetts motorcycle rider dies from injuries sustained in motor vehicle crash
A young Massachusetts man is dead after a recent motor vehicle collision. According to police, at approximately 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, crews were on scene of a very serious motor vehicle crash in Woburn on Commerce Way at Commonwealth Avenue involving a motorcycle. The Southbound side of Commerce Way was...
Following Haverhill Drowning and Other Near-Fatal Incidents, DA Tucker Offers Safety Reminders
In light of fatal and near-fatal drownings recently in Haverhill and other area communities, Essex County District Attorney Paul F. Tucker rolled out an appeal Monday for residents to take certain swimming precautions. Tucker reminded residents of all ages not to swim alone. Parents of very young children can help...
Haverhill Man Admits To Stealing Money Meant For Veteran Suicide: Feds
David Duren, 48, admitted to wire fraud on Monday, July 1, the US Attorney for New Hampshire said. He faces up to 20 years in prison during his sentencing on Oct. 10. Duren was a program manager at a healthcare provider in Nashua, New Hampshire, and oversaw a $750,000 program funded by a Staff Sergeant Fox Suicide Prevention Grant. The money was earmarked for treatments and services for veterans at risk of killing themselves.
Haverhill man held without bail in connection with explosive device
A Haverhill man was charged in connection with an explosive device found in a neighborhood, resulting in an evacuation of the area and the detonation of the device, a spokesperson with Essex District Attorney Paul Tucker’s office told MassLive. David Farnsworth, 63, was held without bail after his arraignment...
Mass. woman accused of scamming elderly residents in NH
A North Andover, Massachusetts, woman is accused of stealing thousands of dollars from elderly residents in New Hampshire as part of a tech support scam. Rachel Chen, 25, is facing charges in three New Hampshire counties, the attorney general said Monday in a release. In Merrimack County, a grand jury...
Driver seriously hurt in tanker truck crash that caused delays on Everett Turnpike
A truck driver was seriously hurt in a crash that closed lanes on the Everett Turnpike in Nashua, New Hampshire, early Monday morning. New Hampshire State Police said the truck, which was hauling motor oil and hydraulic fluid, crashed around 12:45 a.m. near Exit 8 on the northbound side of the highway. The driver was trapped and had to be rescued by first responders. They were airlifted to Lahey Hospital and Medical Center with serious injuries.
WILMINGTON POLICE LOG for June 28, 2024: Vehicle Rollover; Car vs. Pole; OUI Arrest
WILMINGTON, MA — Below are highlights from the Wilmington Police Log from Friday, June 28, 2024:. A vehicle rolled over and struck a tree on Ballardvale Street, near FedEx. Operator had a medical emergency and was transported. Vehicle towed. (12:38am) Keolis was at North Wilmington station working to fix...
Georgetown and Surrounding Communities Battled Fatal 4-Alarm House Fire
GEORGETOWN – Chief Matt McKay shared the actions taken by the Georgetown Fire Department as it battled a serious 4-alarm house fire. At 10:49 p.m. Saturday, June 22, Georgetown Fire responded to 238 East Main St. for a report of a house fire. Upon arrival, firefighters observed heavy flames...
Police and fire log June 17 to 23, 2024
6:46 a.m. Medical aid to the Ipswich Fire Department Headquarters on Central Street. 8:46 a.m. 911 misdial from the Ipswich Town Hall Assessor’s Office on Green Street. 3:21 p.m. Medical aid to the Residence at Riverbend on County Road. 4:35 p.m. Hazard on Linebrook Road. 5:47 p.m. Assist other...
Man accused of carjacking in Danvers and crashing in Topsfield appears in district court
A Springfield man accused of pulling an 81-year-old woman from her car, stealing it, disturbing a funeral procession, and crashing the car in Topsfield appeared in Ipswich District Court last week. State police and Topsfield police filed a total of 15 charges in that court against Juan Torres, 28, of...
Press Release: BPD Notify Community of Switch to RAVE Emergency Notification Service
Chief Thomas Browne is pleased to report that the Burlington Police Department is switching to a new emergency notification service known as RAVE. Residents can sign up for RAVE now if they wish to receive emergency and routine messages from town agencies in the future. RAVE is a Massachusetts-based company that will provide the same services and features as CodeRED did previously, but with an easier-to-use interface.
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