Crime

New Bedford Police, Massachusetts State Police detectives assigned to the district attorney’s office, and Homicide Unit prosecutors are actively investigating a homicide, which took place this morning in the city of New Bedford. New Bedford Police received 911 calls regarding shots fired on Lafrance Street at around 10:21 a.m. today. …

On Wednesday, November 25, Wareham Police Officer Nate Aronson headed an investigation which resulted in nearly $2,500 worth of stolen property being returned to owners, and a suspect being charged. The incident began when police responded at 12:15 a.m. to a residence in East Wareham, where they were told stolen …

A Dominican national was sentenced this week in federal court in Boston for Social Security fraud and theft of government money. Jesus Barbosa Pimentel, 56, was sentenced by U.S. District Court Judge Denise J. Casper to 18 months in prison and two years of supervised release. He was also ordered …

THERE IS NO EXCUSE FOR DOMESTIC VIOLENCE: As we enter this holiday season, community members continue to be encouraged to remain at home in attempts to mitigate the spread of the coronavirus. The Boston Police Department recognizes, however, that COVID-19 is having an impact on families in our community and …

A deceased body, presumed to be that of 18-year-old Jalajhia Finklea, was located around noon today in Fellsmere, Florida, Bristol County District Attorney Thomas M. Quinn III announced. As a result of further investigation into the recent disappearance of Ms. Finklea, Massachusetts State Police detectives assigned to District Attorney Quinn’s …

“We are seeking ANDRE STERLING, 35, for the shooting of our Trooper last Friday night. Please take time to view this wanted poster and contact us at 1-800-KAPTURE (1-800-527-8873) if you have any information about him or his whereabouts.” -Massachusetts State Police.”-Massachusetts State Police. Massachusetts State Police photo.

STATEMENT FROM MSP COLONEL MASON: ‘Trooper John Lennon, 28, who was shot Friday night in Hyannis, was released from Massachusetts General Hospital today. He will remain on injured leave as he receives further treatment and recovers. Trooper Lennon suffered a serious gunshot wound to his right hand. The round went …

“The above picture is a sample of the vandalism and destruction at the Shaw Road little league complex. This is one of many pictures taken and we are posting in an attempt to identify the person or people who are using this word and tagging to destroy property. Please call …

A New Bedford woman was arrested Sunday after multiple crashes within minutes. According to Detective Robert Rebello, at approximately 9:32 p.m., Officers Jarrod Levesque, Douglas Wenson and Luc Sauve were dispatched to the area of State Road and White’s of Westport for a motor vehicle crash with injuries. Prior to …

Narcotics Detectives seized approximately 450 grams of cocaine and $4745 after brief vehicle and foot chases in the area of Padanaram Ave. and Cove. Rd. on Nov. 18. The street value of the narcotics is estimated to be over $45k. As a result of the incident Crystal Peloquin 38, from …