By: Laura Soukkavong Worcester - A major breakthrough has been made in a years-old homicide case, as Worcester police announced the arrest of a suspect in connection with the 2019 shooting death of a teenager. On Friday, April 3, detectives from multiple units within the Worcester Police Department — including the Detective Bureau, Unresolved Homicide … Continue reading Break in Cold Case Leads to Murder Charges in Worcester

By: Laura Soukkavong Boston - A fast-moving and intense police response unfolded Thursday afternoon in Roxbury after gunfire erupted in broad daylight, ultimately leading to multiple arrests, the recovery of firearms, and a barricaded suspect situation that required SWAT intervention. At approximately 1:03 p.m. on April 2, 2026, a sergeant assigned to District D-4 (South … Continue reading SWAT Called After Shooting Incident Leads to Barricaded Suspects in Boston

By: Laura Soukkavong - Boston - Officers assigned to the citywide Neighborhood Engagement Safety Team (NEST) made an arrest Thursday morning following a suspected street-level drug transaction in the New Market Square area. According to police, at approximately 10:20 a.m. on April 2, 2026, officers were conducting a proactive initiative aimed at addressing ongoing quality … Continue reading NEST Officers Arrest South Boston Man in New Market Square Drug Investigation

By: Laura Soukkavong Photo Credit: Boston Police Department BOSTON — A late-night response by the Youth Violence Strike Force led to the arrest of an armed suspect in Roxbury after officers received a report of a person carrying a firearm. According to police, at approximately 10:41 p.m. on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, officers were dispatched … Continue reading Armed Suspect Arrested in Roxbury After “Person with a Gun” Call

By: Laura Soukkavong Boston - A coordinated police operation in Roxbury led to the seizure of multiple illegal narcotics and charges against a suspect following the execution of a search warrant in the Nubian Square area. According to authorities, on Thursday, March 26, 2026, officers assigned to the Drug Control Units of District B-2 (Roxbury), … Continue reading Police Raid Roxbury Apartment—What They Found Raises Concerns

By: Laura Soukkavong Franklin, NH - Authorities have released updated information following recent police activity at 62 Park Street in Franklin, New Hampshire, where a search warrant was executed as part of an ongoing drug investigation. According to the Franklin Police Department, several individuals were taken into custody on various drug-related charges: Dalton Blake – … Continue reading Ongoing Drug Investigation Leads to Arrests in Franklin Neighborhood

By: Laura Soukkavong Springfield - In Springfield, police arrested six individuals following a drug investigation at an apartment on the 600 block of Union Street on Thursday, April 2, 2026. At approximately 12:20 p.m., members of the Springfield Police Firearms Investigation Unit (FIU) executed a search warrant at the residence after receiving multiple community complaints … Continue reading FIU Targets Drug Activity, Arrests Six in Union Street Operation

By: Laura Soukkavong Photo Credit: New Bedford Police Department New Bedford - On Thursday, April 2, members of the New Bedford Police Department’s Violent Crime Intelligence Unit (VCIU), working in coordination with the Massachusetts State Police Detective Unit (SPDU), investigated suspected narcotics activity involving a residence on Earle Street and a garage on Trinity Street. … Continue reading  New Bedford Man Facing Multiple Charges After Multi-Agency Raid

By: Laura Soukkavong Boston - At approximately 1:03 p.m. on Thursday, April 2, 2026, a sergeant assigned to District D-4 (South End) heard multiple gunshots while stopped at a red light near the intersection of Dearborn Street and Dudley Street. The sergeant observed a suspect flee on foot to a nearby vehicle, which then sped … Continue reading SWAT Called After Suspects Barricade Inside Zeigler Street Home

By: Laura Soukkavong Worcester - At approximately 12:40 a.m. on March 31, 2026, Worcester Police officers observed what appeared to be a drug transaction in the area of Main Street and Oread Place. Officers approached a female involved in the exchange, who handed over a knotted bag containing a hard white substance believed to be … Continue reading Late-Night Drug Transaction Leads to Multiple Charges

By: Laura Soukkavong Worcester - A man has been arrested following a violent domestic assault that left a 66-year-old victim with life-threatening injuries. The incident occurred on April 2 at approximately 4:11 a.m. Police responded to a reported stabbing and, upon arrival, determined that the victim had been attacked multiple times with a knife. According … Continue reading Disturbing Statements Follow Life-Threatening Knife Assault

By: Laura Soukkavong Auburn - On March 26, police received a call from a resident who noticed something unusual—and trusted their instincts. That call ultimately led to the arrest of two individuals and the recovery of a stolen vehicle. The caller reported two men in the area of Midstate Drive with a white van, carrying … Continue reading Wendy’s or Not, Sergeant Responds to Call That Leads to Arrests

By: Laura Soukkavong Ashburnham - On April 1 at approximately 12:20 p.m., police responded to 54 Water Street following a report of a burglary in progress at an apartment building. Authorities were advised that the suspect may have had multiple outstanding warrants, as well as an active harassment prevention order involving a resident at the … Continue reading No Injuries Reported After High-Risk Burglary and Standoff Situation

By: Laura Soukkavong Marlborough – On April 1, 2026, at approximately 1:01 p.m., the Marlborough Police Department responded to a reported stabbing at an apartment building under construction near the intersection of Main Street and Exchange Street. Upon arrival, officers located an adult male suffering from a stab wound to the abdomen. Authorities determined the … Continue reading Suspect in Custody After Apartment Construction Site Stabbing

By: Laura Soukkavong Webster – On Wednesday, April 1, at 2:21 p.m., officers and detectives from the Webster Police Department responded to the area of Crystal Street near Slater Street following reports of gunfire. Multiple witnesses reported observing a male suspect discharging a handgun before fleeing and briefly concealing himself behind nearby trees. The incident … Continue reading Large Police Response After Gunfire Reported Near School Bus Stop in Webster

By Avery Jones - WORCESTER, MA — A female was shot Tuesday afternoon around 4:26 p.m., prompting a rapid response from Worcester Police. According to the department, officers arrived on scene and immediately began administering life-saving measures to the victim before she was transported to the hospital as a Priority 1 patient. Police quickly identified … Continue reading Woman Shot in Neck in Worcester, Suspect Arrested

By Avery Jones A woman was shot in the neck on Millbury Street in Worcester Tuesday evening. Police responded to reports of gunfire and found the victim with serious injuries. She was rushed to the hospital and is in critical condition. No arrests have been made, and the investigation is ongoing. Stay tuned for more … Continue reading Shooting on Millbury Street in Worcester, Developing Story

By: Laura Soukkavong Chicopee - A Westfield man has been arrested following an investigation into alleged fraudulent use of SNAP/EBT benefits at a Chicopee smoke shop. According to authorities, the investigation began on March 9 when a federal investigator with the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Special Investigations Unit contacted the Chicopee Police Detective Bureau regarding … Continue reading Chicopee Investigation Leads to Arrest in EBT Fraud Operation

By: Laura Soukkavong Boston - A Worcester man has been sentenced to decades in federal prison for sexually exploiting multiple minors and producing explicit material involving children. Antonio Merced, 29, was sentenced on March 26, by a judge in U.S. District Court to 30 years in prison, followed by a lifetime term of supervised release. … Continue reading Federal Judge Sentences Worcester Man to 30 Years for Exploitation of Minors

By Avery Jones An incident involving Massachusetts State Police unfolded earlier as troopers attempted to stop a red sedan traveling westbound on the Mass Pike. According to radio traffic, Troop H initiated a stop on the vehicle due to it operating without license plates. The driver failed to pull over and continued westbound through Grafton, … Continue reading STATE POLICE PURSUIT ON MASS PIKE — SUSPECT WITHOUT PLATES TAKES OFF

By: Laura Soukkavong Strafford, NH – A Barnstead man has been arrested following a multi-agency investigation into a police pursuit that began earlier this month. According to the Strafford Police Department, Shelby W. Davis, 43, was taken into custody on March 27 with assistance from the United States Marshals Service. The arrest stems from an … Continue reading Police: Driver Fled After Crash, Arrested with Federal Assistance

By: Laura Soukkavong Duxbury - A man was arrested Thursday evening following a reported assault and disturbance at an apartment complex in Duxbury. Police say officers responded to Island Creek Village on March 26 after receiving a report of two men fighting in a hallway. Upon arrival, officers were approached by a woman who identified … Continue reading Duxbury Incident Leads to Assault and Drug Trafficking Charges

By: Laura Soukkavong Boston - A Saugus man and a woman are facing charges following an early-morning incident outside a downtown Boston nightclub in which three people were struck by a vehicle, according to Suffolk District Attorney Kevin Hayden. Authorities say the incident occurred around 2:00 a.m. on February 28 near the W Boston Hotel … Continue reading Two Charged After Violent Nightclub Incident in Boston

By: Laura Soukkavong Boston - Six individuals from Manchester, New Hampshire are facing charges following a violent robbery at the Downtown Crossing MBTA station earlier this month, according to Suffolk District Attorney Kevin Hayden. Authorities allege that on March 15 at approximately 3:25 p.m., officers responded to a reported robbery near Liberty Square and Water … Continue reading Manchester Group Charged in Boston Transit Station Assault

By: Laura Soukkavong Woburn - Two New York men are expected to be arraigned in Woburn District Court following their alleged involvement in a coordinated series of residential break-ins across Middlesex County. According to Middlesex District Attorney Marian Ryan, David Rondon-Castro, 26, and Yeison Ramirez-Garcia, 25, both of Queens, New York, are facing charges of … Continue reading DA: Suspects Used GPS, Cameras, and Wi-Fi Jammers in Targeted Burglaries

By: Laura Soukkavong Webster - A 21-year-old Webster man is facing multiple serious charges following an incident that led to a police pursuit and a temporary school lockdown on Thursday, March 26. According to the Webster Police Department, officers were initially assisting a resident in serving a protective order when they learned the subject, Jayvyn … Continue reading Police Arrest Man with “Ghost Gun” Following School Lockdown

By: Laura Soukkavong St. Johnsbury, Vt - A Lyndon man is facing a driving under the influence charge following a late-night incident in St. Johnsbury. According to Vermont State Police, Trooper William Nally responded to an incident at the intersection of Route 2B and U.S. Route 2 at 12:33 a.m. on March 28. Following an … Continue reading Lyndon Man Charged with DUI in St. Johnsbury

By: Laura Soukkavong Stannard, VT - A Stannard man is facing multiple serious charges following an incident that led to the involvment of several Vermont State Police troopers Sunday evening. According to authorities, troopers from the St. Johnsbury Barracks responded to Tousant Hill Road at 7:39 p.m. on March 29, for a reported disturbance. Police … Continue reading Suspect Accused of Threats and Resisting Arrest in Caledonia County

By: Laura Soukkavong St. Johnsbury, VT - Vermont State Police responded to a two-vehicle crash on Interstate 91 South early Monday morning. The incident occurred at 6:43 a.m. near exit 19 at mile marker 128 in St. Johnsburg. Troopers from the St. Johnsbury Barracks arrived on scene to investigate. According to authorities, a 2018 Toyota … Continue reading Two-Vehicle Crash Reported on I-91 in St. Johnsbury

By: Laura Soukkavong Barre - A man is in custody following the execution of a search warrant by the Barre Police Department earlier today in South Barre. According to officials, officers and detectives carried out the warrant at a residence on North Brookfield Road after conducting an extended investigation and surveillance of the location and … Continue reading Suspect Taken into Custody After Barre Police Surveillance Operation

By: Laura Soukkavong Framingham - A man has been found guilty in connection with a decades-old violent crime after a jury returned a conviction following a lengthy trial. According to authorities, 73-year-old Stephen Paul Gale was convicted in Middlesex Superior Court of multiple serious offenses, including aggravated rape, kidnapping, and armed robbery. The case stems … Continue reading Jury Convicts 73-Year-Old Man in Long-Unsolved Framingham Crime

By: Laura Soukkavong Framingham - A former physician who practiced in Framingham has been indicted by a grand jury on multiple sexual assault charges involving former patients, according to prosecutors. Marian Ryan announced that Derrick Todd, 52, of Wayland, faces three counts of rape and seventeen counts of indecent assault and battery. The charges involve … Continue reading Former Medical Provider Indicted on Multiple Charges

By: Laura Soukkavong Photo Credit: Bourne Police Department Bourne - A single-vehicle crash in Bourne on Sunday evening caused road closures and downed power lines, leading to multiple charges against the driver, according to police. At approximately 5:10 p.m. on March 29, 2026, the Bourne Police Department received multiple 911 calls reporting a crash on … Continue reading Driver Charged After Crash Into Utility Pole Shuts Down Road in Bourne

By: Laura Soukkavong Boston – A stabbing in South Boston has now become a homicide investigation after the victim succumbed to his injuries, authorities confirmed. Officers assigned to District 6 responded to a report of a person stabbed at approximately 5:52 p.m. on Friday, March 27, at an apartment located on Old Colony Avenue. Upon … Continue reading Charges Upgraded to Manslaughter in South Boston Case