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Massachusetts Man Charged with Child Trafficking, Abduction in Berlin; Teen Victim from North Carolina Rescued
In a case that underscores the grim reality of child trafficking, a Massachusetts man has been charged with the heinous crime following his arrest in Berlin. Michael Oliver, a resident of Clinton, faces grave charges including the human trafficking of a child, abduction of a child, and the use of electronic means to solicit a minor.
NH man charged with child endangerment after 11-year-old overdoses on fentanyl
A New Hampshire man is facing child endangerment and drug charges after an 11-year-old in his care overdosed on fentanyl last week. Nashua police said they arrested 31-year-old Tyler Greenhalgh, of Nashua, for felony possession of a controlled drug, subsequent offense, and misdemeanor endangering the welfare of a child. Bail was set at $2,500 and he was scheduled to be arraigned on Monday in Nashua District Court.
Lawrence police seek help identifying individual in photo
LAWRENCE — The Lawrence Police Department is reaching out to the public for assistance in identifying an individual whose photo they have circulated. Authorities are urging anyone who has information on the person in question to come forward. The department has not disclosed the circumstances surrounding the need to...
Man dragged by car, robbed at gunpoint trying to buy vape cartridges, police say
A man was robbed at gunpoint and dragged by a car in December after he was trying to buy vape cartridges in Massachusetts, according to the Tewksbury Police Department. Isaiah Polston, 19, of Chelmsford, now faces multiple charges, including assault with a dangerous weapon (firearm), in connection with the robbery, the police department said in a press release.
Man charged with stealing food from Burger King drive thru customer, exposing himself
A Massachusetts man is facing multiple charges after he allegedly stole food from a Burger King drive thru customer, fled the scene and then exposed himself while in an area backyard. Reading police said they received a call around 10:20 p.m. for reports of a man causing a disturbance and...
24-year-old Massachusetts motorcycle rider dies from injuries sustained in motor vehicle crash
A young Massachusetts man is dead after a recent motor vehicle collision. According to police, at approximately 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, crews were on scene of a very serious motor vehicle crash in Woburn on Commerce Way at Commonwealth Avenue involving a motorcycle. The Southbound side of Commerce Way was...
Maine man sentenced for crashing car into 4 state troopers
BIDDEFORD (WGME) -- A Maine man accused of crashing his car into four state troopers in Hollis will spend two years behind bars after pleading guilty to multiple charges. Tyler Croston of Westbrook pleaded guilty on Monday to four counts of aggravated assault and one count of reckless conduct with a dangerous weapon.
Driver sought after hit-and-run crash shuts down Watertown restaurant
It took a split second for a truck to slam into a restaurant in Watertown, Massachusetts, forcing it to shut down. Jana Grill and Bakery, a popular Mediterranean restaurant at the intersection of Watertown Street and Galen Street, is owned by an Armenian family that relies on the business to make ends meet.
Haverhill Man Admits To Stealing Money Meant For Veteran Suicide: Feds
David Duren, 48, admitted to wire fraud on Monday, July 1, the US Attorney for New Hampshire said. He faces up to 20 years in prison during his sentencing on Oct. 10. Duren was a program manager at a healthcare provider in Nashua, New Hampshire, and oversaw a $750,000 program funded by a Staff Sergeant Fox Suicide Prevention Grant. The money was earmarked for treatments and services for veterans at risk of killing themselves.
WILMINGTON POLICE LOG for June 28, 2024: Vehicle Rollover; Car vs. Pole; OUI Arrest
WILMINGTON, MA — Below are highlights from the Wilmington Police Log from Friday, June 28, 2024:. A vehicle rolled over and struck a tree on Ballardvale Street, near FedEx. Operator had a medical emergency and was transported. Vehicle towed. (12:38am) Keolis was at North Wilmington station working to fix...
Driver seriously hurt in tanker truck crash that caused delays on Everett Turnpike
A truck driver was seriously hurt in a crash that closed lanes on the Everett Turnpike in Nashua, New Hampshire, early Monday morning. New Hampshire State Police said the truck, which was hauling motor oil and hydraulic fluid, crashed around 12:45 a.m. near Exit 8 on the northbound side of the highway. The driver was trapped and had to be rescued by first responders. They were airlifted to Lahey Hospital and Medical Center with serious injuries.
Mass. woman accused of scamming elderly residents in NH
A North Andover, Massachusetts, woman is accused of stealing thousands of dollars from elderly residents in New Hampshire as part of a tech support scam. Rachel Chen, 25, is facing charges in three New Hampshire counties, the attorney general said Monday in a release. In Merrimack County, a grand jury...
Belmont Police Log, June 24 to June 30: Overnight car break-ins, tree limb falls on car on Douglas Road, box truck takes down light post and street sign and more
3:51 p.m.: An Oliver Road resident reported 2018 Mercedes broken into. At approximately 7 a.m. her son saw the driver’s side door ajar and glove box open. A cup of loose change containing approximately $3 of coin was missing and later discovered empty in neighbor’s lawn. The car was parked in the driveway at 9 p.m. the night before and left unlocked.
Police log for June 14–26, 2024
Cambridge Turnpike eastbound (11:22 a.m.) — A caller reported a duck and ducklings stuck on median in middle of Route 2. State Police were notified along with the Animal Control Officer. Trapelo Road (1:33 p.m.) — Report of a loose manhole cover on Trapelo Road in Waltham. Waltham police...
Press Release: BPD Notify Community of Switch to RAVE Emergency Notification Service
Chief Thomas Browne is pleased to report that the Burlington Police Department is switching to a new emergency notification service known as RAVE. Residents can sign up for RAVE now if they wish to receive emergency and routine messages from town agencies in the future. RAVE is a Massachusetts-based company that will provide the same services and features as CodeRED did previously, but with an easier-to-use interface.
Three arrested in Clinton drug bust
CLINTON — Three individuals were arrested on Saturday, June 29, on various drug charges following a narcotics search by local authorities at a Main Street residence. The Clinton Police Drug Unit, Clinton Police Patrol Officers, and the North Worcester County Drug Task Force (NWCDTF) executed the warrant at 1000 Main Street, targeting Justin L. Cruz.
Mass. teen honored for saving 5-year-old from drowning in condo pool
ACTON, Mass. — A 19-year-old lifeguard is being commended for her quick action in saving a 5-year-old boy who sunk to the bottom of a pool at Massachusetts condominium. Alison Mammola was working as a lifeguard at the Bellows Farms condominium on Sunday, June 23, when a 5-year-old boy lost his flotation devices and sunk to the bottom of the 9-foot end of the pool.
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