Crime & Safety

Multiple Bodies Found in Water; Tuna Recalled; State Trooper Killed by Speeding Driver

A look at the top five stories of the week in Massachusetts.

Here's a look at the top five stories in Massachusetts this week:

Suspected Murderer, Missing Man Among Three Bodies Found in Waters Tuesday

Three bodies were discovered in the waters of the Charles River, Mystic River and Mill Pond within hours of each other in unrelated incidents. Two of the men have been the subjects of long searches.

Two Big Brands Recall Tuna Cans Nationwide

Bumble Bee and Chicken of the Sea both announced Thursday they're recalling tens of thousands of tuna can because of a potentially "life-threatening" contamination.

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Mass. State Trooper Dies After Crash

Trooper Thomas Clardy, 44, died after a speeding car crashed into his stationary vehicle during a traffic stop Wednesday afternoon on the Mass. Pike in Charlton.

Popular Vice Principal Dies Three Months From Retirement

Joe Heinricher passes away suddenly Thursday night. He served as VP at the same school he graduated from and was a gym teacher at.

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'You Killed Jesus!': Catholic Memorial Students In Hot Water After Chant

Catholic Memorial School's student section chanted "You Killed Jesus!" in response to a Newton North chant. Newton North has a large jewish population.

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