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Former Massachusetts restaurant owner killed in motorcycle crash
A Massachusetts man has died in a weekend motorcycle crash. According to police, on Sunday, at just after 7:45 p.m., the Holliston Police Department evening shift responded to Prentice and Mill Streets, a known dangerous intersection, for a motor vehicle crash involving serious injuries. The crash involved a motor vehicle versus a motorcycle.
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...
A Massachusetts prison guard was reportedly ‘knocked unconscious’: ‘Enough is enough’
A local prison guard was reportedly “knocked unconscious” after being exposed to toxic substances, as the correction officers’ union pleads with the state for more protections. A correction officer at MCI-Shirley was rushed to the hospital after being “knocked unconscious by some kind of synthetic drug and/or...
Driver cited for suspended license after pedestrian is killed in Bedford crash
A Billerica man was driving with a suspended license and using his phone when he fatally struck a Concord woman in a crosswalk Saturday afternoon, according to the Middlesex County District Attorney’s Office. The unnamed 34-year-old driver has been cited for operating a vehicle with a suspended license, using...
Person in critical condition after being rescued from the water at Mass. state park
A person was rushed to the hospital in critical condition after they were pulled from the water at a lake in a Massachusetts state park in Natick on Monday. Natick fire officials confirmed the department was called to Lake Cochituate in Cochituate State Park around 12:18 p.m. By the time...
Timothy Brennan, terminated in February as Hopkinton police sergeant, has a new job
MILFORD — Former Hopkinton police Sgt. Tim Brennan, who was terminated from that department in February after it was determined he knew about — but did not report — sexual assault allegations against now-retired Deputy Police Chief John "Jay" Porter, has a new job. Brennan was sworn in on Monday as a Milford police officer. ...
Attleboro man's body recovered from Worcester County pond
An Attleboro man died in an incident involving a personal watercraft on a pond in Worcester County. Rutland police said first responders were called to Turkey Hill Pond on Saturday afternoon for a report that a watercraft overturned and the operator failed to surface. "Witnesses reported that the individual appeared...
Police investigating serious crash involving pedestrian in Bedford
Police are investigating a serious crash involving a pedestrian in Bedford on Saturday. Bedford Police Chief John Fisher says the pedestrian crash happened around 4:00 p.m. on Concord Road. Concord Road was closed for around two and a half hours before reopening around 6:30 p.m. There was no immediate word on the condition of the pedestrian.
Milford Teen Facing Charges for Loaded Gun in Shrewsbury Traffic Stop
By MyFM’s Claire Beverly – A Milford teen is facing charges after he was allegedly found with a loaded gun in a car in Shrewsbury. It happened July 14 when a Shrewsbury officer pulled the car over on Route 9. The officer says there were six people in the car and when it stopped two of them ran. But the officer spotted one guy trying to conceal a bag under the seat. A search of the bag allegedly turned up a loaded 9mm handgun. 18-year-old Nicolas Alves-Santos reportedly faces possession of a firearm without a license and several more counts.
Survivors urge Massachusetts lawmakers to eliminate statute of limitations for rape when DNA is present
BOSTON — Two survivors who have seen firsthand how advances in forensics are solving old rape cases are asking lawmakers to update Massachusetts law and eliminate the statute of limitations for rape when DNA is present. The two women were raped while working at a Framingham retail store in...
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.”
WILMINGTON POLICE LOG for July 18, 2024
WILMINGTON, MA — Below are highlights from the Wilmington Police Log from Thursday, July 18, 2024:. A Windsor Place employee reported a window of a work van was smashed over the weekend. Police responded. Damage was possibly as a result of the storm. No entry was gained. (9:27am) A...
Fenton man charged following brawl in Shrewsbury bowling alley parking lot
SHREWSBURY, Mo. (First Alert 4) - A Fenton man is facing felony charges after allegedly crashing into two cruisers and striking a police officer in the face as he tried to flee following a brawl involving about 10 people Saturday evening in a bowling alley parking lot. Shrewsbury Police said...
Wilmington Police Department To Hold National Night Out On August 6
WILMINGTON, MA — Join us for the Wilmington Police Department’s Annual National Night Out event on Tuesday, August 6, 2024, from 5pm to 8pm, at Rotary Park. This free, family-friendly event is one of our community’s most popular gatherings. Bring your family and friends to enjoy:. Public...
Pepperell man arrested on multiple firearms, drug charges
PEPPERELL — A local man faces numerous firearms and drug charges after a SWAT team search of his home, authorities said Saturday. Dustin Martell was taken into custody July 20 following a search warrant executed by the North Eastern Massachusetts Law Enforcement Council (NEMLEC) SWAT team, assisting the Pepperell Police Department.
Northborough Police holds swearing-in ceremony for officers
NORTHBOROUGH – The Northborough Police Department promoted three officers on June 26. A ceremony was held to swear in Officer Sean Montville to sergeant, Sgt. Demosthenes Agiomavritis to lieutenant and Sgt. William Griffin to lieutenant. The event was attended by their families, friends and fellow officers. Police Chief Brian...
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