Crime & Safety

Groton Quadruple Murder, 'Tragic Incident Of Family Violence': Patch PM

Also: 3 million in Mass. may have had data breached; Cop pens heartfelt letter to late K9 partner; 11-year-old killed in hit & run; More.

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Late-Breaking Last Night: 'Tragic Incident Of Family Violence'

A 22-year-old will be charged with four murders in a quadruple homicide in Groton.

3 Million Mass. Residents May Have Had Data Stolen

Check here to see if you've been impacted in the massive Equifax data breach.

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Retired MMA Fighter Pleads Guilty To Attempted Murder Of Girlfriend

James Armato beat and choked her until she passed out, causing her to crash her car, then beat her again when she regained consciousness.

'Rest In Peace, My Friend': Medford Officer Says Goodbye To Beloved K9

Police mourned the loss of a Marco, who served in the department for nearly eight years.

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11-Year-Old Killed In Hit And Run In Methuen

Police are searching for more information on the vehicle.

Man With Lots Of Saliva And 5 Pounds Of Pot Spits In Police Cruiser: Police

A pretty gross, and highly illegal, arrest in Lynnfield of all places.

Waltham Farm Tomato Thief: Do You Recognize This Woman?

A week after a woman was caught on video surveillance stealing $500 worth of tomatoes the farm and police are still looking for the culprit.

Blue Hills Deer Hunt Management Plan Approved By DCR

This year's hunt includes more hunters and a wider scope of land available to hunt.

Arlington Man Who Lit Fire Next To Homeless Men Sentenced

Two homeless men who were saved from serious injury by a good Samaritan who smelled smoke after Arlington man lit a fire near them.

Braintree PD Has No Time For BHS Senior Parking Shenanigans

The seniors thought they were doing a funny prank by parking the wrong way, so Braintree Police ticketed them.

Elderly Driver Crashes Through Burger King Bathroom

Police said a 74-year-old driver was attempting to park at the Falmouth Burger King Friday but instead crashed through the bathroom.

Montvale Avenue Widening Project Moves Forward

Despite reservations, Woburn City Council approves taking of private property.


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