Crime & Safety

Black-And-White Issue? Officer Pulls Gun On Unarmed Men: Patch PM

Also: 15-year-old girl dies after being shoved to the ground, authorities say; Newton-Wellesley gets all-clear after bomb threat; More.

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Race Debate Reignites After Off-Duty Cop Draws Gun On Unarmed Men

The Brookline cop said a driver sideswiped his truck and took off through a red light. The driver said he was looking to pull over.

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Officer Pens Emotional Note After Fellow Officer Gunned Down

Weymouth Officer Edward O'Brien challenged the narrative that officers are "crooked, uneducated and bullies."

>>>Also: Obituary of Vera Adams, 77, Victim In Weymouth Shooting

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Barking Sen. Candidate Takes Punch In Face 'For America'

Controversial candidate for senator, known for his bus draped with a sign that calls Elizabeth Warren a fake Indian, went to the hospital.

15-Year-Old Girl Dies After Being Shoved To Ground: Authorities

Cambridge Police have not arrested anyone in connection with the death.

Newton-Wellesley Hospital Gets All Clear After Bomb Threats

There's a large police and fire presence at Newton Wellesley Hospital this morning, as police investigated bomb threats.

Beverly Dance Studio Owner Considering Legal Action Against Blog

Candy Dennis says Turtle Boy Sports is defaming her character and that she can prove the site published lies about her business.

Man Doing Yoga Naked At NH Gym Arrested: Police

New Hampshire police said Planet Fitness staff called 911 after a man performed yoga naked, citing the gym's "judgment-free" slogan.

Hyannis House Party Murder Trial Slated For Fall

The man charged with fatally stabbing a 26-year-old man at a party in 2016 will stand trial later this year.

Great White Shark Steals Fisherman's Catch Off Cape Cod [WATCH]

The striped bass was snatched right before it was brought aboard the boat.

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