The Newport Police Department has provided the following arrest and dispatch logs for 7 am on Monday, September 23, through 7 am on Tuesday, September 24, 2024. Arrest Log Monday, September 23 At 8:45 am, a 44-year-old male, whose address was withheld, was taken into custody on charges of Domestic – Disorderly Conduct and Domestic […]
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Newport Police report multiple arrests over the weekend
The Newport Police Department has released arrest and dispatch logs for the period from 7 a. Friday, Sept. 20, through 7 am Monday, Sept. 23, 2024, revealing several arrests for various offenses. On Friday afternoon, a 31-year-old male was taken into custody on multiple charges. The arrest occurred at 4:40 pm, with the suspect facing […]
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Newport Police Report: One arrest on Thursday, no other major incidents
According to the latest police and dispatch logs, the Newport Police Department reported a single arrest in the 24-hour period from Thursday morning to Friday morning. A 34-year-old Portsmouth, Rhode Island, man was taken into custody at 8:30 pm on Thursday on a charge of Obstructing Officer in Execution of Duty. In Rhode Island, obstructing […]
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Middletown receives $250,000 grant through COPS Hiring Program to add new officers
The Town of Middletown has been awarded $250,000 in COPS Hiring Program (CHP) funds from the U.S. Department of Justice to add two new police officers. The COPS grant program provides federal funds to state and local law enforcement agencies to help pay for hiring and retaining officers or for new equipment and initiatives to […]
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Newport Police report multiple arrests, including domestic incident
The Newport Police Department logs reveal several arrests and incidents between Wednesday and Thursday morning. A 35-year-old woman faces multiple charges following a series of events early Wednesday morning. At 12:45 a.m., officers arrested her for violating a no-contact order. Less than an hour later, at 1:39 a.m., she was taken into custody again, this […]
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Rhode Island set to receive $5.35 million for law enforcement
The New England State Police Information Network (NESPIN) will receive $5.35 million in federal funding, to assist law enforcement in 1,015 jurisdictions in New England combat organized and violent crime, gang activity, drug activity, hate crimes, terrorism and violent extremism. The funding announcement was made on Thursday, September 19, 2024, by the office of U.S. […]
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Newport woman arrested for multiple violations on Wednesday
The Newport Police Department’s latest arrest and dispatch logs reveal a relatively quiet period from Tuesday, September 17 at 7 am through Wednesday, September 18 at 7 am, with only one arrest reported. A 35-year-old woman, whose address was withheld, was taken into custody in the early hours of Wednesday. The arrest occurred in two […]
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Portsmouth Police arrest Coventry man on charges of Soliciting a Minor
Portsmouth Police Department announced on Tuesday that they have charged an individual with soliciting a minor. In a press release, Portsmouth Police Department said that its Detective Division arrested Jacob Garzarelli, 32, of Coventry, on Monday, September 16, following an investigation into the solicitation of a minor for sexual activity. “The investigation revealed that Jacob […]
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Middletown Town Council honors EMS Coordinator, addresses school building project
The Middletown Town Council recognized Battalion Chief Brian DeFreitas as the 2024 EMS Coordinator of the Year and received updates on the school building project during its meeting Monday. Fire Chief James Peplau praised DeFreitas for his leadership in emergency medical services, citing his efforts to improve training, equipment, and community outreach. “I’ve not met […]
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Cockfighting Ring busted in Providence
A federal grand jury in Providence has charged six men with taking part in a cockfighting operation in which roosters were stabbed with gaffs, the U.S. Department of Justice announced on Tuesday. Miguel Delgado, 73, of Providence, was accused of hosting a series of cockfights, known as “derbies,” at his home in March 2022. Delgado […]
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Newport Police Report: No arrests on Monday, one early Tuesday
The Newport Police Department’s latest arrest and dispatch logs reveal a quiet Monday followed by a domestic disturbance early Tuesday morning. According to the logs, which cover the period from 7 am on Monday, Sept. 16, through 7 am Tuesday, Sept. 17, no arrests were made during the day on Monday. However, the calm was […]
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Newport Police report multiple arrests, citations over weekend
The Newport Police Department has released its arrest and dispatch logs for the period from Friday, September 13, through Monday, September 16, 2024. The logs reveal a series of incidents primarily involving alcohol-related offenses and disorderly conduct. While Friday saw no arrests, the weekend brought a flurry of activity for local law enforcement. On Saturday, […]
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Aquidneck Island police share results from ‘Operation Safe Summer 2024’
Local police chiefs are calling this summer’s effort to combat speeding and reckless motor vehicle operation across Aquidneck Island a success. In a joint press release published on September 5, Aquidneck Island police chiefs called the effort “a highly visible and coordinated approach to traffic safety’. The press release; “Chief Ryan Duffy (Newport Police), Chief […]
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Rhode Island Police Chiefs step up patrols for Labor Day Weekend
Police chiefs across Rhode Island will be out in force over the Labor Day weekend, looking out for motorists who are under the influence of drugs or alcohol. The Rhode Island Police Chiefs Association said additional patrols will be on the roads to keep roads safe for holiday weekend. The initiative comes as officials are […]
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Middletown Police Department hiring Patrol Officers
The Middletown Police Department is seeking to fill patrol officer positions. Officers take home starting salaries of $55,974 (academy) with annual increases to $75,188. Sign on bonus available. Applicants must be at least 21 years old by May 23, 2025, a U.S. citizen, have either a high school diploma or a GED certificate, and a […]
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Report clears nearly a dozen officers involved in fatal shooting of Rhode Island man
JOHNSTON, R.I. (AP) — Eleven police officers involved in the fatal shooting of a Rhode Island man last year have been cleared of any wrongdoing, the Rhode Island Attorney General’s Office said in a report released Thursday. James Harrison of Johnston was shot after he fled the scene of a triple shooting, in which he […]
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Pawtucket resident facing multiple charges from Middletown Police after arrest
A 35-year-old Pawtucket resident was arrested by Rhode Island State Police’s Intelligence Unit, Violent Fugitive Task Force and the Middletown Police Department on August 20, 2024. Jean Nieves-Ramos was arrested at his residence and turned over to the Middletown Police Department. He had been wanted on an affidavit and arrest warrant from the Middletown Police […]
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Newport Police seeking public assistance identifying individual involved in an incident at Newport City Hall
The Newport Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance with identifying an individual who was involved in an incident at Newport City Hall on Thursday, August 15. The incident occurred during the Newport Energy and Environment Commission’s panel discussion on “Offshore Wind Development Off of Aquidneck Island & Newport County.” Newport Police shared the following […]
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Saccucci Honda of Middletown settles with Attorney General in $1 million agreement
Saccucci Honda of Middletown is among six Rhode Island car dealerships that have reached a settlement agreement with Attorney General Peter F. Neronha over alleged deceptive sales practices. The settlement, totaling more than $1 million, includes customer refunds and payments to the state. The Attorney General’s office filed Assurances of Voluntary Compliance in Rhode Island […]
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Newport Police to deploy automated license plate readers
Newport City Council approved a three-year contract with Flock Safety Group to implement five community safety cameras with automated license plate readers (ALPRs). During its regular meeting on Aug. 14, the council voted on the measure, awarding the contract at a total cost not to exceed $48,250. Newport Police Department recommended the action, citing the technology’s […]
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Pedestrian killed in Newport crosswalk accident
A 52-year-old Newport resident died after being struck by a vehicle while using a crosswalk on Broadway at Bedlow Avenue. The fatal accident occurred at approximately 10:23 p.m. on Aug. 5, 2024. The Newport Police Department reports that the victim was crossing the street in a designated crosswalk when a vehicle driven by a 56-year-old […]
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Charlestown woman convicted in teen’s crash death
A Charlestown woman has been convicted of several charges in connection with the 2022 death of a 17-year-old girl in East Greenwich. Alicia Peckham, 27, was found guilty of four other charges as well. She was convicted of aiding and abetting a criminal, one count of aiding and abetting the driver who failed to stop […]
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Rhode Island Police Chiefs Association launches #CheckTwiceSaveALife campaign
With summer temperatures in full swing, the Rhode Island Police Chiefs Association is launching a new public awareness campaign to help prevent children from dying in parked cars. The #CheckTwiceSaveALife campaign, launching July 31, features a :30-minute English and Spanish language radio ad, as well as social media elements, reminding parents and caregivers of the […]
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Newport Police share traffic management plan for Newport Jazz Festival weekend
Ahead of the sold-out Newport Jazz Festival, the Newport Police Department is sharing details on their plans to control traffic to and from Fort Adams State Park and around the city. Newport Police Department today shared the following press release; Newport Police Department Implements Traffic Management Plan to Enhance Festival Experience Newport, RI – […]
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Portsmouth Police charge three in joint sting operation targeting sex trafficking
Two individuals have been charged with crimes related to targeting children for sex, according to the Portsmouth Police Department. One individual has been charged with a crime related to the procurement of sexual conduct for free with an adult. These investigations stemmed from a joint investigation by the Portsmouth Police Detective Division and Homeland Security […]