Crime & Safety
Uber Driver Accused of Raping Passenger: Patch PM
Plus, money plays big role in two political upsets on Tuesday; an guilty verdict in Cape Cod "House Party" slaying.

Welcome to Wednesday's Patch PM. Here are today's top headlines from the Massachusetts Patch network:
Uber Driver Accused Of Raping Boston Passenger Held On $10K Bail
Police say an Uber driver was arrested in connection with the rape of a female passenger in Dorchester.
Hyannis House Party Stabbing: Man Guilty Of First-Degree Murder
Kelly Ridley Jr. was convicted of fatally stabbing another man at a house party when he was 18 years old.
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Nguyen Outspent Lyons To Win State Rep's Race
Despite being a first-time candidate for elected office, the Andover Democrat ran a sophisticated and well-funded campaign.
Rausch Unseats Incumbent Ross For MA Senate
The Rausch campaign spent nearly seven times in campaign funds as Ross to help win the Norfolk, Bristol and Middlesex District seat.
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