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Injured woman from head-on crash identified as Wareham resident
Jocelyn Maniglia, 47, has been identified as the woman injured in a head-on collision on Minot Avenue on Monday, July 8. A gray Toyota Highlander traveling east on Minot Avenue, driven by Wareham native Matthew Goodchild, collided head-on with a black GMC Sierra traveling west, according to the Plymouth County District Attorney’s office.
Two arrested in Fairhaven on drug, assault charges
FAIRHAVEN, Mass. (WLNE) — Two suspects were arrested on drug and assault charges Monday afternoon, according to Fairhaven police. James Williams, 40, of Lakeville, is charged with assault with a dangerous weapon and operating a motor vehicle with a suspended license. Ryan Reynolds, 43, of Acushnet, is charged with...
New Bedford man pronounced dead after being transported to Fall River hospital after Assonet crash
The name of the victim has been released concerning a fatal crash in Assonet. According to Lieutenant Benjamin Levesque, on Sunday at approximately 11:30 p.m., the Freetown Communications Center received a 9-1-1 call reporting a serious single-vehicle crash on Copicut Road near the intersection of Bell Rock Road in Assonet. Freetown Police and Fire were dispatched to the scene.
New Bedford Police Investigating After Three More Shot Near Monte’s Park
NEW BEDFORD (WBSM) — Just about a week after six people were shot in New Bedford near Monte’s Park, another shooting Sunday night in the same area sent three people to the hospital. New Bedford Police said that on July 14 at around 9 p.m., patrol units responded...
Acushnet Police Investigating After Kittens Allegedly Dumped in Roadway
ACUSHNET (WBSM) — Acushnet Police are searching for a suspect who may have struck several cats in the roadway while letting them out of their vehicle in the middle of South Main Street. WBSM received a report this morning from a person who removed one of the deceased cats,...
'He took a bullet for us': Trump supporters rally at Taunton Green after shooting attack
TAUNTON — Judith Conlan drove from her home in Somerset to share her appreciation for former president Donald Trump with drivers circling the Taunton Green. “It’s not far to travel for a man who took a bullet for us,” Conlan said. She was one of about a...
Multiple agencies save man’s life after Massachusetts State Police receive call that individual jumped out of car while on highway
Law enforcement agencies worked together Sunday morning to save a man’s life. According to Kingston Police, shortly after 5:00 a.m., the Massachusetts State Police received a call that an individual, appearing to suffer from a mental health crisis, jumped out of a vehicle on Route 3 in Kingston and ran into the woods.
Taunton emergency responders save baby from choking
TAUNTON, Mass. (WLNE) — A one-month-old baby is now recovering in the hospital thanks to the help of first responders. It happened on Monday night when officials were called to a home for a child not breathing. According to Taunton fire officials, a Taunton Police Officer was first on...
Fall River police K-9 officer suspended, facing domestic battery, intimidation charges
FALL RIVER — A Fall River Police Department K-9 officer was placed on leave after he was arrested last week on several domestic-related charges and improper storage of his city-issued firearms. Marc Correia, 32, was arraigned in Fall River District Court on Friday after his arrest by Fall River...
Man accused of vandalizing Kingston church allegedly had ammo, writings on mass shootings
KINGSTON - A man accused of vandalizing a historic Kingston church may face new charges after investigators say they found ammunition and references to mass shootings inside his car.Jonathan White, 43, from Plymouth was arraigned in Plymouth District Court on Tuesday. Assistant District Attorney Victoria Wood told the court that a search warrant executed on White's car found startling new evidence."Ammo that can go into an assault rifle style weapon. There were also writings referencing mass shootings and societal collapse," Wood said. "There was also a handwritten 'things to do list' found in this defendant's car that included get rifle...
New Bedford Firefighters respond to County Street structure fire
“Yesterday evening at 6:40pm, the NBFD responded to 104 County Street for a reported structure fire with smoke showing from the north side of the building. This mixed use wood frame structure contains three apartments above a first floor commercial space. On arrival, a room and contents fire was discovered in a 4th floor bedroom.
Police captain on paid leave while under investigation for alleged assault on his father
A top Plymouth police official has been on paid leave for three weeks while the town investigates allegations that he physically and verbally assaulted his father at a dance recital last month. Captain Jason Higgins, a command staff member who serves as spokesman and chief of professional standards, has denied...
Disturbance in south-end leads to struggle, arrest of New Bedford man with 19 adult arraignments
“NEW BEDFORD – Police have arrested a man on weapons charges following a south-end disturbance. On Sunday, July 7th, patrol officers responded to the area of David St. and Salisbury St. regarding a man who had just brandished a firearm. Upon arrival, Officer James Sullivan located the male, who he saw reaching into a cross-body bag he had been wearing. As Officer Sullivan attempted to engage him, he quickly tossed this bag to the ground.
Dartmouth Police Warn of New Scammer Tactic on Social Media
DARTMOUTH (WBSM) — Now more than ever, scammers are on the rise, targeting people with links that can cause serious repercussions if we fall for them and click. Social media platforms, personal emails and even text messages have become unsafe and infiltrated by scammers. Unfortunately, it seems like lately scams have become more creative in their approach.
Young men allegedly steal bicycle from New Bedford’s Yesteryear Cyclery; reward offered
“Once again it is with heavy heart and sadness that I tell you my store was visited by some misguided youth. On Thursday of this past week, 2 young men were acting suspiciously in our main store and left, headed over to our used bike department, entered and stole a very nice bicycle that was for sale.
Heroux: $3.8 Million to Fix New Bedford’s Ash Street Jail ‘Money Pit’
NEW BEDFORD (WBSM) — Bristol County Sheriff Paul Heroux is moving forward with his plan to close New Bedford’s historic but aging Ash Street Jail after the latest structural inspection revealed the building needs over $3.8 million in repairs. In an email to the media Monday, Heroux explained...
Diocesan Office of Safe Environment Supports Victims and Investigates Instances of Alleged Abuse
The Diocese of Fall River has been vigilant in investigating allegations of child sexual abuse since cases involving clergy came to light late last century and the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops in 2002 approved The Dallas Charter which called for a “safe environment” for all children and youth participating in activities sponsored by the Church.
At least three people injured in head-on crash in Falmouth
FALMOUTH – At least three people were injured in a head-on crash in Falmouth around 10:45 PM Sunday evening. The crash happened on East Falmouth Highway (Route 28) by Falmouth Fire Station #5. Rout e28 was closed between Central Avenue and Davisville Road. The victims were transported to Falmouth Hospital with unknown injuries. Falmouth Police are investigating the cause of the crash.
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