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Wareham man charged with soliciting a minor in Portsmouth
PORTSMOUTH, RI — A Wareham man was arrested and charged with a felony and two misdemeanors after traveling to Portsmouth, Rhode Island to solicit sex from an underage girl on Thursday, Aug. 29. According to the Portsmouth Police Detective Division, Wareham resident John Magee, 28, was charged with the...
Woman accused of kicking New Bedford homeless man to death over blanket gets murder charge
NEW BEDFORD — The charge against a 31-year-old former Mattapoisett woman accused of kicking and stomping a homeless New Bedford man to death over a stolen blanket has been upgraded to murder. Nina Busnengo, 31, who had been living in New Bedford, was initially charged with assault and battery by means of a...
Lawsuit against town, police officer alleges ‘dangerous’ chase caused crash that seriously injured innocent woman
It was an ordinary Wednesday afternoon and Andrea Ratey was on her way to Walmart at Colony Place. She was driving along Federal Furnace Road, turning onto Seven Hills Road, when her life changed in an instant. A young man in a muscle car struck her compact SUV with such...
Crash on Route 6 in Mattapoisett leaves one injured
MATTAPOISETT — A two-car crash on Route 6 in Mattapoisett left one driver injured and temporarily redirected traffic on the morning of Friday, Aug. 30. A Honda minivan and a Chevrolet sedan collided by the Gulf gas station on Route 6 shortly after 10 a.m. The Chevrolet’s driver, Mattapoisett...
BEEMER STRIKES POLE-SUPPORT, TEMPORARILY KNOCKS OUT POWER IN MASHPEE [HN PHOTOS]
MASHPEE, MASSACHUSETTS – [HN PHOTO NOTES] – The Mashpee Police patrol division is investigating what caused a BMW sedan to suddenly leave the roadway and strike a utility pole-support early this morning. The crash happened around 4:10 a.m. on Route 28 near the intersection with Industrial Drive. Mashpee Police patrol officers were on scene just moments after receiving the initial call. The driver had reportedly been able to self-extricate and was evaluated by Mashpee FD EMTs, according to radio transmissions. (At the time of this report, it’s uncertain whether the driver was transported to hospital.) Power was knocked out in the area for a period of time. As of 5:36 a.m. Eversource had managed to restore power but was still working on stabilizing the pole so the vehicle could be safely removed. The Mashpee Police Department is actively investigating the cause of the single-vehicle crash… BREWSTER, MASSACHUSETTS HN NOTES: Early this morning, HN was en route to Brewster after a teenage girl had been reported missing. A B.O.L.O was put out to all Cape police departments for the missing child. Just before 4:00 a.m., a state trooper located two bicycles at the edge of Flax Pond in Nickerson State Park. One of the bicycles fit the description of the one belonging to the missing girl. The trooper investigated further and was able to make contact with the missing child. The Brewster Police sent a patrol officer to meet up with the girl and the trooper. HN rerouted at this point to the crash scene in Mashpee. The missing child B.O.L.O. was canceled shortly thereafter… P.S. – Today’s Hytown Vignette is a brought to you by Harpers Bizarre… [CLICK IT/CRANK IT! HEADPHONES ABSOLUTELY OBLIGATORY!]
New Bedford Police arrest man, woman after alleged drug transaction
NEW BEDFORD, Mass. (WLNE) — The New Bedford Police Department said a man was arrested on drug and firearm charges after an alleged drug deal on Aug. 27. 26-year-old Jacob Matthew-Almeida was charged with possession of a large-capacity firearm and ammunition without a license, distribution of crack cocaine, and conspiracy to violate the controlled substance laws.
Family of woman killed in motorcycle crash continue to fight for justice
(WJAR) — From the day Ron Rasmussen and Mylene Geraldo got the call that would change their lives forever, their plea has been for accountability. But they say the man accused of taking their daughter's life continues to walk free today. "Every time we get ready to go to...
Man stabbed his nephew to death at New Bedford apartment in self-defense, lawyer says
The defense lawyer representing a man accused of stabbing his nephew to death during an argument at a New Bedford apartment Saturday afternoon claims his client did so in self-defense. Police have charged 43-year-old Puerto Rico resident Juan Padilla-Santana with murder in connection with the death of 23-year-old Omil Padilla-Corsino,...
Spate of vehicle thefts, break-ins in Whitman, Avon — What streets were targeted?
WHITMAN — Police are investigating an increase in vehicle thefts and car break-ins that have occurred throughout the summer in Plymouth and Norfolk counties. Between June and August, five vehicle thefts and numerous car break-ins were reported in both Whitman and Avon, officials said, according to written statements from Whitman and Avon...
Teen airlifted after apparent near-drowning incident in Bourne
BOURNE – Bourne rescuers responded to a possible drowning incident in Pocasset sometime before 4 PM Saturday afternoon. A teen age victim was taken from the scene on Wings Neck Road to the ballfield by Bourne Fire Station #2 to meet a MedFlight helicopter to be flown to an off-Cape medical facility. Further details were not immediately available.
Dartmouth Police Ofc. White and K9 ‘Tyr” announce their retirement
“Please join Chief Levesque and the rest of the Dartmouth Police Department, as we wish Officer Jared White and K9 Tyr a happy & healthy retirement. Officer White began with the Dartmouth Police Department as an intermittent officer in 1994. He was later sworn in as a full-time officer in April of 1995. His police K9 handling career began in 2000 where he was partnered with K9 Topper, followed by K9 Reaper, and currently, K9 Tyr. Officer White’s partnership with K9s Topper, Reaper, and Tyr, resulted in the seizure of substantial amounts of illicit narcotics, the apprehension of numerous violent fugitives, the safe return of multiple missing persons, various SWAT incidents, and a large number of community demonstrations.
Dartmouth Police Department Marks 2024 International Overdose Awareness Day
Today, Aug. 31, is International Overdose Awareness Day. 💜 On Thursday, we gathered on the front lawn of Dartmouth Town Hall to commemorate and acknowledge those who have been lost to overdose. On this day we remember loved ones who have died from overdose and encourage support and recovery...
Updated: State Police investigating if racing led to fatal crash on Route 3 in Plymouth
PLYMOUTH – Mass State Police are investigating a serious crash on Route 3 in Plymouth. The collision was reported about 10:30 PM Friday on Route 3 southbound about 5 miles before the Sagamore Bridge. According to reports one person was ejected in the crash. A MedFlight helicopter was called to land at Elmer E. Raymond Jr. Memorial Park to fly a victim to a trauma center. State Police report that victim was pronounced dead at the hospital. A second victim was transported to South Shore Hospital trauma center in Weymouth. All southbound lanes were blocked while the crash scene was worked. State Police are investigating if vehicles were racing before the crash.
Emergency crews respond to fiery crash in Plymouth
PLYMOUTH, MASS. (WHDH) - Emergency crews were called to a crash in Plymouth late Friday night that caused a vehicle to burst into flames. Crews could be seen working to extinguish the flames as they consumed the vehicle. Police have not said if anyone was injured. The cause of the...
One injured in car vs scooter crash in Falmouth
FALMOUTH – A car and scooter collided in Falmouth shortly after noon Thursday. The crash happened on Main Street (Route 28) between Scranton Ave. & Falmouth Heights Road. The scooter operator was transported to Falmouth Hospital with injuries that were not believed to be life-threatening. The cause of the crash is under investigation by Falmouth Police.
Falmouth Police Sergeant honored for 20 years of service
FALMOUTH – On Tuesday, Falmouth Police Sgt. Bartolomei was presented with his 20 year service pin by Chief Jeff Lourie. Sgt. Bartolomei started with FPD in July of 2004, and has worked tirelessly for the last two decades to improve public safety in Falmouth. Congratulations on 20 years Sgt. Bartolomei!
Motorcycle catches fire, spreads to SUV in Hyannis
HYANNIS – A motorcycle caught fire in Hyannis about 8:15 PM Saturday. The fire on Main Street at High School Road Extension spread to an SUV before being knocked down by Hyannis firefighters. No injuries were reported. The cause of the fire is under investigation. Cape Wide News was...
Vehicle strikes building in Hyannis
HYANNIS – A vehicle reportedly struck a building in Hyannis just before 1 PM Thursday. The crash happened at 37 Hinckley Road behind the BJ’s Gas off Route 132. The driver of the Ford Explorer was evaluated by EMTs. A building inspector was called to check the damage to a metal clad building. Further details were not immediately available.
Barnstable Police investigating traffic crash on Ridgewood Avenue in Hyannis
HYANNIS – At about 9:15 AM Friday morning, two vehicles collided in the area of 100 Ridgewood Avenue in Hyannis. Several parties were evaluated at the scene. Barnstable Police are investigating the cause of the crash. Photos by John P. Carroll/CWN. Cape Wide News was created in 1998 by...
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