12 Dominican nationals were indicted yesterday in federal court in Boston with various charges of aggravated identity theft and false representation of a Social Security number. All 12 defendants were previously charged by criminal complaints on July 26, 2018, in a federal document and benefit fraud sweep and are currently in custody.

The following defendants were each indicted on one count of aggravated identity theft and one count of false representation of a Social Security number:

– Alejandra Eulalia Baez Arias, 40, of Lawrence;
– Saddan Rafael Bautista Diaz, 27, of Dorchester;
– Robert Crisologo Bobadilla Baez, 43, of Mattapan;
– Fernando Cedeno Carpio, 34, residing in Houston, Texas, with legal permanent resident status;
– Ramon Lara Martinez, 45, of Hyde Park, was also indicted on one count of being an illegal alien in possession of a firearm;
– Viterbo Enrique Minaya Melo, 30, of Lawrence;
Ulises Francisco Mota Carmona, 35, of Lawrence;
– Yhoan Alexis Nivar Rodriguez, 29, residing in Mattapan with legal permanent resident status, was also indicted on one count of possession with intent to distribute cocaine and fentanyl;
– Randy Manuel Percel Arias, 23, of Lawrence;
– Jose Mercedes Polanco Guerrero, 47, of Dorchester; and
– Carmen Sanchez Garcia De Martinez, 64, a dual Dominican and Venezuelan national residing in Springfield.
– Erika Bautista Diaz, 30, was indicted on one count of false representation of a Social Security number.

The charge of aggravated identity theft carries a mandatory two-year sentence that must run consecutively to any other sentence imposed, up to one year of supervised release, and a fine of up to $250,000. False representation of a Social Security number provides for a sentence of no greater than five years in prison, three years of supervised release and a fine of $250,000. The charge of being an alien in possession of a firearm provides for a sentence of no greater than 10 years in prison, three years of supervised release, and a fine of up to $250,000. The charge of possession with intent to distribute cocaine and fentanyl provides for a sentence of no greater than 20 years in prison, three years of supervised release, and a fine of up to $1 million. Sentences are imposed by a federal district court judge based upon the U.S. Sentencing Guidelines and other statutory factors.

United States Attorney Andrew E. Lelling; Peter C. Fitzhugh, Special Agent in Charge of Homeland Security Investigations in Boston; Phillip Coyne, Special Agent in Charge of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office of the Inspector General; Scott Antolik, Special Agent in Charge of the Social Security Administration, Office of Inspector General, Office of Investigations, Boston Field Division; Christina Scaringi, Special Agent in Charge of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Office of Inspector General, Northeast Regional Office; Michael Mikulka, Special Agent in Charge of the U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Inspector General, Office of Investigations; William B. Gannon, Special Agent in Charge of the U.S. Department of State, Diplomatic Security Service, Boston Field Office; Raymond Moss, Acting Inspector in Charge of the U.S. Postal Inspection Service; Colonel Kerry A. Gilpin, Superintendent of the Massachusetts State Police; and Massachusetts State Auditor Suzanne M. Bump made the announcement today. Valuable assistance was provided by the U.S. Marshals Service Puerto Rico Violent Offender Task Force. Assistant U.S. Attorneys Christine Wichers, Karen Burzycki, Rachel Hemani and Patrick Callahan are prosecuting the cases.

The details contained in the charging documents are allegations. The defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.

A Boston man was sentenced yesterday in federal court in Boston for robbing 10 banks in the greater Boston area.

Paul B. Landrum, dubbed the “Route 128 Bandit,” 38, was sentenced by U.S. Senior District Court Judge Douglas P. Woodlock to 57 months in prison and three years of supervised release. In May 2018, Landrum pleaded guilty to 10 counts of bank robbery. In November 2017, Landrum was arrested and charged in federal court and has been in custody since.

Between July 31, 2017, and Oct. 6, 2017, eight banks were robbed in the Greater Boston area. After each robbery, the tellers described the perpetrator as a light-skinned black man, 30-to-45-years-old, wearing a baseball hat, sunglasses and a long-sleeved collarless shirt. Based on the descriptive similarities, law enforcement suspected that the same individual was involved in each robbery.

Between Oct. 17, 2017, and Oct. 19, 2017, two more banks were robbed in the Greater Boston area. Following these robberies, the tellers described the robber, later determined to be Tamea Chambers, as a black woman, 30-to-35-years-old, wearing a wig. Based on the similar descriptions by the tellers, law enforcement suspected that the same individual was involved in these two robberies.

During their investigation of the latter robberies, law enforcement obtained video footage from a business connected to one of the banks that captured images of the female robber in the company of a light-skinned black male. Upon comparison of this video footage with the video footage of the first eight robberies, law enforcement determined the man to be the Route 128 Bandit.

An investigation into the robber’s get-away vehicle led law enforcement to identify Landrum as the suspect, and on Oct. 24, 2017, Landrum and Chambers were arrested in Boston. Landrum admitted to robbing eight banks individually and assisting Chambers with the final two robberies.

Chambers pleaded guilty in May 2018 and is scheduled to be sentenced on Sept. 17, 2018.

United States Attorney Andrew E. Lelling and Harold H. Shaw, Special Agent in Charge of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Boston Field Office, made the announcement today. The Massachusetts State Police and the Boston, Brookline, Medford, Somerville, and Wellesley Police Departments assisted with the investigation. Assistant U.S. Attorney Kenneth G. Shine of Lelling’s Major Crimes Unit prosecuted the case.

A Brockton man was sentenced yesterday in federal court in Boston for the armed kidnapping of a Quincy man and two children.

Diego Pires, 23, was sentenced by U.S. District Court Chief Judge Patti B. Saris to 201 months in prison and five years of supervised release. In February 2018, Pires pleaded guilty to kidnapping.

In January 2018, co-defendant Malik Bangura, 20, was sentenced to 17 years in prison and two years of supervised release. In March 2018, co-defendant Sedrick Oliveira, 26, of Stoughton, pleaded guilty and is scheduled to be sentenced on Aug. 23, 2018. In December 2017, co-defendant Yesenia Diaz, 23, of Brockton, pleaded guilty and is scheduled to be sentenced on Sept. 14, 2018.

On Oct. 8, 2016, at approximately 10:25 p.m., a 30-year-old man was kidnapped from the driveway of his Quincy home after being struck in the head with a revolver as he got out of his truck, and dragged into a nearby sedan. The victim had two children strapped into car seats in his truck, as well as approximately 30 pounds of marijuana, at the time he was assaulted.

Once the victim was in the sedan, two masked perpetrators, later identified as Pires and Bangura, drove the victim’s truck, with the children still inside, to a secluded location where they unloaded the marijuana and $20,000 from the victim’s truck, into the sedan. The victim, who was face-down in the backseat of the sedan at gunpoint, begged for his life and the life of the two children who were still in their car seats in the back of his truck.

Pires, Bangura, Diaz, and Oliveira then drove the sedan with the drugs, cash and the victim, from Quincy to Brockton and called the victim’s wife demanding $100,000. Law enforcement officers spotted the sedan as it drove through Brockton, recognized the vehicle from a drive-by shooting that occurred in August 2016, and began to follow it. After the defendants recognized the police, they attempted to flee, but ultimately abandoned the sedan in a Brockton driveway. The victim escaped, flagged down law enforcement officers, and described to them the secluded location where the truck had been deserted. Law enforcement located the truck with the children inside, who were unharmed.

Diaz was subsequently found standing by the sedan and arrested. Oliveira was arrested in October 2017 in Stoughton; Bangura was arrested in April 2017; and Pires was a fugitive until he was apprehended in October 2017.

United States Attorney Andrew E. Lelling; Harold H. Shaw, Special Agent in Charge of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Boston Field Division; Mickey D. Leadingham, Special Agent in Charge of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms & Explosives, Boston Field Division; Colonel Kerry A. Gilpin, Superintendent of the Massachusetts State Police; Brockton Police Chief John Crowley; and Quincy Police Chief Paul Keenan, made the announcement today. Assistant U.S. Attorney Emily O. Cannon of Lelling’s Organized Crime and Gang Unit is prosecuting the case.

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Friday, August 17th

Angel Baby Gown Making (Wareham) (2:00pm-6:00pm)
We are looking for volunteers to cut patterns and even more too sewn burial gowns for babies gone too soon. We also will need extra sewing machines, good scissors and basic sewing supplies. We will also be collecting wedding and formal dresses that day!!! We do accept dresses of any color. Church of the Good Shepherd, 74 High St., Wareham.

Lawler Branch Presents: Rhythm Rick (4:00pm-6:00pm)
Let your children rock out to the art of drums, percussion and rhythm with Rick Morin of The Rhythm Room as he.combines math and reading with children playing different instruments. New Bedford Free Public Library, 745 Rockdale Avenue, New Bedford.

Superflat New Bedford Mural Festival(6:00pm-8:00pm)
Get ready New Bedford! Come out and celebrate with us! This is the first Superflat NB Mural Festival 2018! This is the launch of our first of many public murals that will be in and around New Bedford. The mural exhibition is over three days in and around Wings Court in downtown New Bedford. We will have a press event with the artists talking with the community about their work on 8/17 at the Co-Creative Center from 6-8pm. This is a great opportunity to meet the artists in a new community arts space in downtown New Bedford. Then, Superflat will have a closing celebration with live painting in conjunction with 3rd Eye Unlimited’s annual Hip Hop Festival on 8/18/18 in downtown New Bedford. It’ll be an amazing day of art, music, dancing, food, and community. You won’t want to miss this! Co-Creative Center, 139 Union St., New Bedford.

“The Pathway Home” retelling of the classic “The Pilgrim’s Progress” (7:00pm)
Written and directed by New Bedford’s own Mike and Jackie Serpa, THE PATHWAY HOME is a fascinating modern-day retelling of the classic “The Pilgrims Progress.” The production features an amazing, high energy live band performing the music from the Neal Morse bands conceptual CD “The Similitude of a Dream”. With spectacular lighting, set design and sound, the performance is not to be missed. The play also features New Bedford resident Christopher Waters in the lead role of “Christian”.

The musical takes place at F.C.C. on 95 Sagamore Rd in Seekonk on Aug 17 & 18 at 7pm. (Doors open at 5:30) Tickets can be downloaded at itickets.com Admission is FREE but seating is limited!!

“Mac Odom” at PUB6T5 (9:00pm-1:00am)
The Mac Odom Band performs a mix of old school funk, soul, R&B and pop. 736 Ashley Blvd, New Bedford, MA.

Jimmy James – Party up In Here Acoustic Show at The Bar (9:30pm-1:00am)
A night of acoustic music with Nashville Songwriters Association International (NSAI), Broadcast Music Inc. (BMI) Artist Jimmy James. The Bar, 266 Dartmouth St, New Bedford.

Saturday, August 18th

3rd EyE Open Hip-Hop Festival (ALL DAY)
A hip-hop based youth development organization that engages young leaders to positively transform their community. Day of features live hip-hop and local musical sets, a 3-on-3 basketball tournament, live street art and graffiti, breakdancing for fun and competition, food trucks, vendors, yoga, kids events and games and more.

Superflat New Bedford Mural Festival (ALL DAY)
Get ready New Bedford! Come out and celebrate with us! This is the first Superflat NB Mural Festival 2018! This is the launch of our first of many public murals that will be in and around New Bedford. The mural exhibition is over three days in and around Wings Court in downtown New Bedford. This is a great opportunity to meet the artists in a new community arts space in downtown New Bedford. Then, Superflat will have a closing celebration with live painting in conjunction with 3rd Eye Unlimited’s annual Hip Hop Festival on 8/18/18 in downtown New Bedford. It’ll be an amazing day of art, music, dancing, food, and community. You won’t want to miss this! Co-Creative Center, 139 Union St., New Bedford.

New Bedford Farmers Market- Clasky Common Park (10:00am-2:00pm)
Open every Saturday at Clasky Common Park from 10-2pm from June-October offering a large variety of local farm fresh fruit & vegetables! Credit, Debit, SNAP, & HIP benefits accepted!

Edaville Family Theme Park Activities (10:00am-5:00pm)
Come RIDE, ROAR, and EXPLORE at the exciting world of Edaville! With 3 PARKS IN 1, you can ride through Cran-Central, roar throughout Dino Land, and explore with Thomas & Friends through the magical Island of Sodor! Admission includes all rides & attractions. MA/RI Residents save up to $7 per date-specific ticket online only. Restrictions apply. Discount applied after applicable billing address entered. Edaville Family Theme Park, 5 Pine St. Carver.

Tales of the Slave Trade Walking Tour (Bristol, RI) (11:00am)
The tour is focused specifically on Bristol’s DeWolf Family and their involvement in the Transatlantic Slave Trade. Learn how Bristol, New England and all of America were impacted by the slave trading DeWolf’s of Linden Place from museum educator, Robin Tremblay. The tour begins at Linden Place Mansion, the Federal-style mansion built by architect Russell Warren for George DeWolf, then continues through the center of historic Bristol and down to the waterfront of Thames Street, pointing out significant sites tied to Bristol’s involvement in the slave trade. The tour ends at the DeWolf Tavern. Linden Place Mansion, 500 Hope Street, Bristol, RI.

Matinee at the Museum “Jaws” (Taunton) (12:00pm-2:00pm)
Following our Liberty & Union Walking Tour, cool off in the museum with a matinee showing of the classic summer film, Jaws. Snacks and beverages will be available. Old Colony YMCA, 71 Cohannet St., Taunton.

“Stepping Out featuring New Image” at PUB6T5 (9:00pm-1:00am)
Steppin’ Out is a six piece band * consisting of a female vocalist, bass, sax, drums, guitar and keyboards. The music covered by the group includes selections from the 40’s through to today. A strong emphasis is directed toward the hits. “Party/Dance” material. We try to get to all the music types, classics from every decade. Rock & Roll, Motown, progressive contemporary, dance/party music, the current hits of today. 736 Ashley Blvd, New Bedford, MA.

Sunday, August 19th

Java with Jesus (Westport) (8:30am-9:00am)
Westport Point United Methodist Church, 1912 Main Road, is offering a contemporary service on Sunday mornings for the months of July and August. It is a fresh approach to worship, filled with songs of praise and time for prayer. The service begins at 8:30 and lasts about 30 minutes. Before you head to the beach or onto the boat for the day, come join in this casual time of fellowship and worship. Th

FREE New Bedford Adult Wellness Program (9:00am-1:15pm)
Free wellness programming for all levels. Open to the public. See poster for detail.

OCHM Mini Golf Day (Taunton) (10:00am-4:00pm)
In keeping with our mission to encourage a love of history in younger generations, we are bringing back a new and improved version of our nine-hole course featuring historical characters and locations throughout Taunton for the 2018 season. It’s historic, it’s local, and most importantly, it’s incredibly fun! Cost: $1 per person to play; includes putter rental. Old Colony Historical Society, 66 Church Green, Taunton.

Edaville Family Theme Park Activities (10:00am-5:00pm)
Come RIDE, ROAR, and EXPLORE at the exciting world of Edaville! With 3 PARKS IN 1, you can ride through Cran-Central, roar throughout Dino Land, and explore with Thomas & Friends through the magical Island of Sodor! Admission includes all rides & attractions. MA/RI Residents save up to $7 per date-specific ticket online only. Restrictions apply. Discount applied after applicable billing address entered. Edaville Family Theme Park, 5 Pine St. Carver.

Karaoke at PUB6T5 (5:00pm-9:00pm)
Join us for Karaoke on Sunday nights from 5-9pm. Hosted by Mario Figueirido. Show starts at 9! 736 Ashley Blvd, New Bedford, MA.

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Meet Jason Pires, 43-year-old Boxer, Police Officer, and Boxing Instructor. Boxing has always been a part of his family, so it was no wonder that Jason started at the early age of 5. He moved to New Bedford from Brockton when he was 15 years old, where he was introduced to Luis “Bucky” Vincent and began training with him at the Boy’s and Girl’s Club.

During his time as an amateur boxer, Jason won 5 New England Golden Glove awards and was runner-up twice for the National Golden Glove Award. This recognition landed him a spot on the National Boxing team, traveling to Moscow to compete. Jason even got to work and room with Floyd Mayweather Jr. during this time period. This led to him being chosen as an alternate on the US Olympic Boxing team during the 1996 Summer Olympics. Jason went on to fight as a pro, finishing with a record of 24-4-1, 9 knockouts and the USBA Junior Featherweight title.

During the tail end of his boxing career, Jason pursued his second dream, becoming a police officer. With a degree in Criminal Justice from Umass Dartmouth, he became a New Bedford Police officer in 2005, serving the city while also competing professionally. He later went on to become a Massachusetts State Trooper, which had always been his dream.

In 2015, Jason Pires dedicated to take his love for boxing and pursue coaching to full time. Since then he has launched his business JP Boxing Club in New Bedford. He loves taking all that he has experienced in his career and passing that knowledge on to other fighters who wish to achieve the same things he did.

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Faces of New Bedford is a project by Colton Simmons. If you are interested in booking a shoot or getting prints from the series email all inquiries to colton@coltonsimmons.com.

Read more of the Faces of New Bedford series here.

We are looking for talented and caring professionals to join our team! Southcoast Behavioral Health offers competitive compensation, benefits and regular opportunities for development and advancement. You will work with an outstanding and dedicated team of professionals to help make a real difference in an individual’s life.

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Psychiatric Registered Nurses: Full-Time / Part-Time All Shifts
Our nurses provide general nursing care to patients in a hospital setting. This position provides, delegates, coordinates and evaluates patient care through the collaborative efforts of health team members and in accordance with the nursing process and standards of care and practice. You will provide a key role in the implementation of milieu management and therapeutic interaction. You will have the ability to apply psychiatric and medical nursing procedures and practices to psychiatric and personality disorders and to work with geriatric, adolescent, and adult populations as demonstrated through education accomplishment or work experience.

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A 31-year-old Dartmouth man who, despite committing an armed robbery against an 11-year-old girl in New Bedford, was released back to the street only to then get re-arrested after committing new crimes, was sentenced for serve three to four years in state prison, Bristol County District Attorney Thomas M. Quinn III announced.

Brandon Tetrault pleaded guilty last week in Fall River Superior Court to charges of armed robbery and assault with a dangerous weapon.

On December 14, 2017, the defendant entered the Atlantic Seafood Market wearing a mask. The defendant immediately approached the counter and, while holding what appeared to be a knife in his pocket, demanded money from the register. The 11-year-old daughter of the owner, who happened to be sitting behind the counter, opened the register and gave cash to the defendant. Responding officers reviewed surveillance video and broadcast a description of the suspect. Another officer working a patrol in the city saw a person fitting the description go into a building. Police eventually found the defendant in an apartment, along with the clothing he was wearing during the robbery, a knife and the cash from the register.

Due to the seriousness of the charges and the defendant’s lengthy criminal record of convictions, prosecutors in New Bedford District Court attempted to have the defendant held without bail at a dangerousness hearing. Judge Thomas Barrett, however, released the defendant on the condition that he wear a GPS monitoring device and abide by a 6 pm to 6 a.m. curfew.

Within six months of his pre-trial release, the defendant was arrested again, this time for multiple counts of violating an abuse prevention order. The defendant is accused of sending numerous harassing texts and posting nude photos of the victim on his social media accounts. The victim had previously taken out still active restraining orders against the defendant, after suffering assaults and abuse at his hands.

After successfully arguing to have his bail revoked after his most recent arrest in New Bedford District Court, meaning he would be held without bail for up to 90 days, the defendant agreed to plead guilty to the Superior Court armed robbery case.

The three to four-year state prison sentence was handed down by Judge Thomas McGuire, and the case was prosecuted by Assistant District Attorney Chuck Nadeau. The New Bedford District Court cases remain open and pending at this time.

“Although I am pleased the defendant was convicted of this serious offense, it is unfortunate that he had to be re-arrested to him into custody. We requested that a District Court judge hold him as a danger to the community because of his significant criminal record and the fact that he robbed an 11-year-old child. But the judge chose to release him without any bail, on some conditions. This should not have happened. Bail conditions imposed on dangerous defendants do not work,” District Attorney Quinn said. “I have overseen the prosecution of hundreds of armed robbery cases. Most defendants charged with armed robbery are dangers to the community based on the violent act itself, and, in many cases, their criminal background. This defendant should have been held without bail. Instead, it took him committing a new crime to get him back into custody. This is another example of a defendant who was a danger to the community who should not have been out on the street.”

PAY: $12.50-$14.00/hour

Assists the Department of Parks Recreation & Beaches (PRB) in maintaining and supervising various programs for children. Serves as a mentor and academic support supervisor for a group of children. Ensure a safe, productive and caring environment for children and staff. Develop programming for children in the program with the PRB staff.

Must have a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) check, mandatory by MGL Chapter 6 Sec. 172C.

For application/complete job description, please visit www.newbedford-ma.gov or contact the Personnel Dept., 133 William St., Room 212, 508-979-1444. Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found. New Bedford has a residency requirement. EEO

***This position has been filled and is no longer available.***

PAY: $47,339 – $59,178

Provides administrative support to the Procurement Department. Responsible for providing administrative management for the office’s day-to-day operations. Attends meetings, performs technical and administrative duties as requested from the supervisor and a variety of technical work to provide cost effective purchasing procedures in compliance with Massachusetts law. Responsible for the daily upkeep and questions related to office procedures and compliance. Handles documentation of changes in Department employment including working with the City’s MUNIS financial system, databases with employee attendance, and documents up-to-date employee schedules.

High school diploma or GED equivalent. Prior experience with Public Procurement preferred. Criminal Offender Record Investigation (CORI) background check mandatory.

For application/complete job description, please visit www.newbedford-ma.gov. Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found. New Bedford has a residency requirement. EEO

Moby Dick Brewing Co., Rose Alley Ale House, Greasy Luck Brew Pub, Top Shelf Bar & Grill, Endzone Sport Pub and Antonio’s Restaurant will be the featured restaurants in New Bedford for this month’s “Food for Tots” event on Thursday, August 16.

“Food for Tots” was created to benefit pediatric services at St. Luke’s Hospital in New Bedford, which are provided in collaboration with the world’s top pediatric hospital, Boston Children’s Hospital. The event invites the community to dine out at some of the area’s best restaurants on the third Thursday of every month, with 15 percent of the proceeds going directly to St. Luke’s.

To date, “Food for Tots” has raised more than $40,000 through its events in Dartmouth, Fairhaven, Fall River and Tri-Town.

On The Go in Mattapoisett has also been supporting the initiative by donating 15 percent of its proceeds every Tuesday. To date, On The Go has donated almost $5,000.

For more information regarding the “Food for Tots” program or to get involved as a donor, contact Tricia Grime at 508-973-5355 or grimep@southcoast.org or click here.