Crime & Safety

She 'Played Dead' To Survive A Terrifying Trail Attack: Patch PM

Also: Elizabeth Warren slams "hate-for-profit" Fox News; MGH doctor accused of drunken driving in crash that injured 3; More.

James Jordan was accused of murdering one person and seriously injuring another on the Appalachian Trail.
James Jordan was accused of murdering one person and seriously injuring another on the Appalachian Trail. (Washington County Sheriff’s Office)

Welcome to Tuesday's Patch PM. Here are today's top stories:

What Authorities Said Happened During MA Man's Terrifying Trail Attack

The man, known as "Sovereign," is accused of fatally stabbing one hiker and seriously wounding another on the Appalachian Trail. The woman "played dead" until he left.

MGH Doctor Accused Of OUI, Striking 3 Pedestrians

Police said the man beeped at the people before speeding up and hitting them.

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Elizabeth Warren Takes 'Hard Pass' At 'Hate-For-Profit' Fox News

A fiery Warren went all-in on roasting Fox News in declining what she said was an invitation to appear on a town hall. Then the company hit back.

Whitey Bulger Jailhouse Letters: 'I'm Too Mean To Die'

Jailhouse letters from Whitey Bulger appear to contradict federal officials who said his health had dramatical improved.

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Search Ongoing For 5 Bruins Fans Who Fractured Man's Face: PD

Police said there is apparently no motive in the attack, which happened after the Boston Bruins-Carolina Hurricanes playoff game.

Anyone who recognizes these individuals is asked to contact MBTA Transit Police at 617-222-1050. (MBTA Transit Police)

Also today

A jury found a Lawrence teen guilty of murder after prosecutors built a case that he had killed the victim because the victim had spent time with his girlfriend.

Needham-based TripAdvisor introduced new filters, making it easier for customers to find safety information, following the Guardian's report that the company promoted hotels where women guests said they were sexually assaulted by staff members.

First, it was "Make Way For Ducklings." Now, check out this sculpture of the New England Aquarium's "Myrtle The Turtle."

The first day of what is expected to be two years of lane closures over the bridge went off with few hitches for North Shore commuters Tuesday.

"Final Destination," anyone? Police said this 8-foot pole was sticking out in I-93 traffic.

Local

Waltham approves a $10 million bid for a new Moody Street fire station.

"The Da Vinci Code" author Dan Brown is coming to Brookline.

A Wilmington lottery winner is featured on HGTV.

Nichola Rocco of Medford won $650,000 in October on a scratch ticket he bought in Wilmington. (Massachusetts Lottery)

Sports

The Bruins try to take a 3-0 lead in the Eastern Conference Finals as the series shifts to Carolina tonight at 8 (NBC Sports) ... The red-hot Red Sox open a short home series against the Colorado Rockies at 7:10 (NESN.) Chris Sale is scheduled to start for Boston ... The Celtics hope they get some lucky bounces in tonight's NBA Draft Lottery at 8:30 p.m. (ESPN.)

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