Sturbridge
CRIME & SAFETY
Man dies in Rutland jet ski accident
A 46-year-old Attleboro man died Saturday after his jet ski overturned in Turkey Hill Pond in Rutland, the Police Department said in a press release. Rutland police and firefighters went to the pond shortly before 4:30 p.m. after receiving a report that a man who had been operating a jet ski had disappeared under the water after appearing to be in distress.
Three Columbian citizens residing in New York arrested for alleged crimes in Massachusetts; appear to be connected to International Theft Group
Three people believed to be part of a large-scale theft ring have been arrested for alleged crimes in Massachusetts. According to police, on Thursday, July 11, Braintree Police Detectives arrested three individuals on various charges in connection with a conspiracy to commit residential burglaries. The suspects appear to be connected to an organized International Theft Group. Also known as South American Theft Groups, these groups are known to use extensive surveillance, GPS technology, surreptitious video feeds, and counter- surveillance to establish patterns of behavior for their prospective victims.
Oxford Man Sentenced to Federal Prison for Drug Distribution
BOSTON – A local man was sentenced in federal court in Boston on Thursday, after pleading guilty to drug charges. According to federal prosecutors, Chaasad Cyprien, 24, of Oxford, received a sentence of two years in prison and three years of supervised release. He pleaded guilty to possession with intent to distribute cocaine and to conspiracy to distribute and possess with intent to distribute cocaine, in April.
Worcester Police Seek Help to Find Missing Man, Jansel Ramos, Amid Concerns for His Well-being
The Worcester Police Department is currently seeking public assistance in the urgent case of Jansel Ramos, a twenty-seven-year-old resident of Hancock St who has mysteriously disappeared after exhibiting unsettling behavior. As announced through their social media channel, authorities have expressed growing concern due to the erratic nature of Mr. Ramos's actions prior to his vanishing, which has now stretched into several days of absence, leaving his family anxious and in search of answers.
Karen Read’s Massachusetts Murder Case Is Becoming a Netflix Documentary
Well, that didn't take long. The trial of Karen Read captured the nation's attention. Seemingly overnight, the Mansfield woman accused of murdering her Boston police officer boyfriend with her SUV became an obsession for hundreds of thousands, if not millions, of true-crime fans. With the jury deadlocked on some charges,...
Georgia woman 23rd person sentenced for role in large Massachusetts drug trafficking conspiracy
BOSTON – A Georgia woman was sentenced in federal court in Boston for her involvement in trafficking cocaine and cocaine base as part of a larger drug trafficking conspiracy. According to the Massachusetts Department of Justice, 39-year-old Tatiana Morrissey of Atlanta, Ga. was sentenced by U.S. District Court Judge...
Conn. man hits Charlton police car after pursuit through Mass., police say
A Connecticut man struck a Charlton police cruiser after leading officers on a pursuit out of Connecticut before his arrest in Southbridge, the Charlton Police Department announced. Nicholas Newton, 31, was charged with failure to stop for police, negligent operation of a motor vehicle, being a fugitive from justice, receiving...
Fall River, Worcester, and Boston area firefighters among those headed to battle large Montana fire
Boston — On Friday July 19, the Department of Conservation and Recreation and Department of Fish and Game will send a crew of wildland firefighters to Helena, Montana, where they will help battle one of nine active and uncontained large fires currently burning almost 46,000 acres across the state.
Auburn running back, Brian Battie, takes first steps with cane, months after being shot in head: report
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — Auburn’s running back, Brian Battie, is taking a big step in his recovery process after he was nearly killed two months ago, according to an update from Auburn’s news outlet. Battie’s family posted an update to their GoFundMe page on Saturday, saying Brian...
See the Neighborhood Meetings This Week in Worcester
WORCESTER – The Worcester Police Department is encouraging residents to attend their neighborhood watch meetings to stay up-to-date on what’s happening in their neighborhoods and to share any concerns or questions they may have. Representatives from the city also regularly attend these neighborhood meetings. There are over 50...
Webster man charged with assault on a child
WEBSTER — A local man has been arrested and charged with multiple counts of indecent assault and battery on a child following a comprehensive investigation by Webster Police and several partnering agencies. John Nichols, 68, was taken into custody after an arrest warrant was issued by Dudley District Court.
Two men face cocaine trafficking, firearm charges following Shrewsbury traffic stop
SHREWSBURY – Shrewsbury police have charged two men with trafficking cocaine following a traffic stop. On July 12 at 11:30 a.m., a Shrewsbury officer stopped a vehicle near Market Basket on Route 20. According to a press release by the department, the driver’s – Rufus Russell, 45, of Worcester – license was suspended.
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