Crime & Safety

'Jaws' Holds Key To MA Cold Case, Author Says: Patch PM

Also: Racist rant against black bikers caught on video, man arrested; Fire at manufacturing company injuries five workers; More.

Welcome to Wednesday's Patch PM. Here are today's top headlines across the Massachusetts Patch network.

Writer Joe Hill Thinks 'Jaws' Is Key To Solving Cape Cold Case

The thriller writer and son of Stephen King thinks one of the movie's extras was the infamous "Lady of the Dunes."

Racist Rant Against Bikers Caught On Video: Boston Man Arrested

A video of a white man yelling at a couple calling them 'animals' and threatening the black motorcyclists has more than 20,000 shares.

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Verizon Employee Fired For Refusing To Serve Cop: Report

A uniformed police officer was reportedly denied service at a Waltham Verizon store, costing the employee a job.

Fire At Acton Manufacturing Company Injures 5

At least one employee suffered severe burns.

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Man Tore Down Barnstable First Responder Bridge Flags: Police

Barnstable PD

Suspect In Ex-Patriot's Dog's Death To Face Another Charge

More could come after an autopsy.

Shark Sighting Closes Cape Cod Beach Again

Swimming is suspended for the second day in a row following a shark sighting off the coast.

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