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Massachusetts teen accused of murdering 17-year-old in Market Basket lot captured in Dominican Republic
Lynn, Mass. – Authorities have made an arrest in the fatal shooting of Kai Burgos, 17, of Lynn, that took place in the 40 Federal Street parking lot of Market Basket in Lynn on June 15. Adrian Pena, 18, of Lynn is now in custody after being apprehended by the U.S. Marshals Service in the Dominican Republic on Tuesday, July 16. The suspect in the fatal shooting will be arraigned on a fugitive from justice charge in Miami. In addition to the U.S. Marshals Service, the Lynn Police Department, the Massachusetts State Police Violent Fugitive Apprehension Section, the State Police Detective Unit assigned to the Office of Essex County District Attorney Paul Tucker, and law enforcement officials in the Dominican Republic contributed to the investigation.
Family of murdered Lowell man cheers in court as temple shooting suspect held on no bail
“He doesn’t deserve to be out on the streets. He doesn’t deserve to be walking around while my brother is getting ready to get buried,” said Jose Ortiz’s sister, Sasha Rivera.
Man struck and killed by commuter rail while trespassing on Beverly drawbridge, police say
According to MBTA Transit Police, the man was trespassing on the Beverly drawbridge when he was struck by an inbound train. A man was struck and killed by a commuter rail train in Beverly Sunday while trespassing on the tracks, according to MBTA Transit Police. An inbound train struck the...
Search in New Hampshire town tied to Mass. missing person case, DA says
New Hampshire State Police detectives are searching an area of Barrington in connection with a decades-old missing person case out of Essex County, the office of Essex County District Attorney Paul Tucker confirmed. State Police detectives assigned to Tucker’s office and Lynn police requested the search Wednesday, Michael Keefe-Feldman, a...
Six charged in deadly Lynn drive-by shooting
LYNN — Essex County District Attorney Paul Tucker announced charges against six individuals in relation to a drive-by shooting that claimed two lives and injured five others last year. The incident, which occurred at 2:20 a.m. on Sept. 2, at a gathering at 189 Essex Street, resulted in the...
Pedestrian Struck by Car on Concord Road Crosswalk Dies
A 53-year-old Concord woman who authorities say was walking her bicycle across Concord Road at the Reformatory Branch Trail crosswalk on Saturday afternoon has died from injuries sustained after being struck by a car. The driver, a 34-year-old Billerica man, has been cited with operating a vehicle with a suspended...
Police Logs July 11 to July 17
All address information, particularly arrests, reflects police records. In the event of a perceived inaccuracy, it is the sole responsibility of the concerned party to contact the relevant police department and have the department issue a notice of correction to The Lynnfield Weekly News. A motor vehicle complaint at 6:58...
Driver Was On Phone When He Hit, Killed Woman In Bedford: DA
A 34-year-old Billerica man is believed to have been on his phone when he crashed into a 53-year-old woman, killing her, authorities said. The man, whose name was not released, hit the woman on Saturday, July 20, just after 3:30 p.m. as she walked her bicycle across Concord Street, the Middles…
18-year-old charged with murder after Chelsea brawl
The suspect is held without bail. A brawl in Chelsea Saturday night ended with an 18-year-old being arrested for murder, the Suffolk County District Attorney announced Monday. Joksin Briones-Blandon, of Medford, was arraigned on a charge of first-degree murder in Chelsea District Court on Monday. He was held without bail, with a probable cause hearing set for August 20.
Teen driver cited in car crash that left 6-year-old hospitalized
A 17-year-old driver has been cited in connection with a car crash in Carlisle earlier this month that seriously injured a 6-year-old boy, according to the Middlesex County District Attorney’s Office. The unnamed driver has been cited for failure to stop at a stop sign and negligent operation, the...
'This Is My Baby': Mass. Junior Police Academy Camp Bridges Generations
LAWRENCE, MA — A free summer camp bridges relationships between police officers and young people also is helping to fill the ranks of the Lawrence Police Department. Some youths who attended the Lawrence Police Junior Cadet Academy in years past are now full-fledged police officers, said police Sgt. Tomas Caraballo.
Kids learn to ride, care for horses through Lowell police program
TEWKSBURY - Lowell Police officers went down on the farm to interact with kids in their community. Through grant money and the police department, the children were able to learn how to ride and take care of horses. The goal is not only for the students to build social and emotional skills while working with the animals, but to build trust with police."I'm just hoping to have a great experience, and the kids to have fun ultimately just being here," said Lowell Police Superintendent Greg Hudon. "When the community trusts us they are more willing to share information, and it...
Members of Georgetown Police and Fire Recognized During Award Ceremony for Life-Saving Efforts in June Fire
GEORGETOWN — Police Chief David Sedgwick and Fire Chief Matt McKay have announced that members of the Georgetown Police and Fire Departments were recognized during an award ceremony for their lifesaving efforts during a four-alarm fire last month. Georgetown Police, Fire, and Dispatch members were awarded letters of commendation...
Malden Man Arrested at South Station for Drug Distribution, Held on Outstanding Warrant
Concerns from riders at MBTA's South Station led to the arrest of a 35-year-old Malden man for alleged drug activity and distribution last night. Transit Police approached the man, who has not been publicly named, after receiving reports of suspicious behavior. According to a post on X from the MBTA Transit Police, the individual had an outstanding warrant from Quincy District Court on charges related to narcotics distribution.
Police Warn of Spate Of Car Break-Ins
The Burlington Police Department is reminding residents to lock their vehicles after a series of break ins to cars in local neighborhoods. The department wrote on Facebook, “Due to an increase in car break ins and thefts in the surrounding areas Burlington Police would like to post a reminder to our residents to always lock your cars. Your vehicle should be locked at all times even in your driveway. Nothing of value should be left in plain view in your vehicle, and any valuables should be taken out of your vehicle when unattended.These simple tips can help prevent you from becoming a victim. As always remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to Burlington Police.”
Uber driver charged after attacking passenger's car in Salem
MANCHESTER, N.H. — An Uber driver is facing charges after totaling a passenger’s car following a confrontation. Joseph Eager parked his car at the Salem Park and Ride and called an Uber to take him to Logan Airport in Boston for a business trip. During the drive, Eager...
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