Water Main Break Closes I-95 Ramps in Wakefield

BREAKING: It might be best to avoid I-95 at exit 39 if you can.

Wakefield Police Receive Anonymous Gift of Pizza Following Iowa Police Shooting

An anonymous person had pizzas delivered to the Wakefield police station, following the shooting death of two Iowa officers.

Wakefield Student that Fell out of Bus Suffers Minor Injuries

School officials are ruling out that the bus was overcrowded.

Rx Drug Take Back in Wakefield This Weekend

Wakefield police will host a prescription drug take back event Saturday. Residents can drop off pills, no questions asked.

Wakefield's 2016 Halloween Sex Offender Safety Map

Level 3 sex offenders are not wanted by the police, but they are considered at the highest risk for a repeat offense.

Violent Crime Totals Up, Property Crime Totals Down for Wakefield in 2015: FBI Data

The number of violent crimes in Wakefield increased, but reported property crime totals decreased in 2015, according to new FBI data.

One Wakefield Case Announced in Latest Grand Jury Indictments

Middlesex County District Attorney Marian Ryan has announced grand jury indictments handed down between Aug. 2 and Aug 30.

Saugus Mom Sentenced to Four Years Behind Bars for Child Rape

BREAKING: The woman plead guilty to raping two boys and sharing nude photographs of herself with them in 2014.

Stabbing at Breakheart Reservation, Toilet Papering of WMHS Tree: Wakefield Police Logs

Excerpts from the Wakefield Police Logs

Wakefield Stabbing: Beverly Man Held Without Bail

Curtis Day, 18, faces a litany of charges in the alleged attack at Breakheart Reservation.

Wakefield Stabbing: 18-year-old Stabbed with Broken Golf Club Shaft, Suspect in Custody

BREAKING: State Police report that the victim is now at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center with serious injuries.

Train Collides with Pickup Truck in Wakefield, Man Airlifted to Hospital

BREAKING: A man was airlifted to an area hospital after a commuter rail train collided with a pickup truck Thursday.

Wakefield Police Warn Drivers of 128 Breakdown Lane Closure and Work Crews

Wakefield police are alerting residents to watch out for workers on Route 128 at the Hopkins Street bridge today into tomorrow morning.

Wakefield Pickpocket Wanted For Larceny

Wakefield police released a photo of the suspect today.

Wakefield Rape of a Child and Heroin Trafficking Cases in Middlesex County DA Indictments

Wakefield indictments for heroin trafficking and rape of a child by force.

Wakefield Police Trying to ID Lost Dog

The dog was found in Wakefield without a collar.

Boy Impaled by Tree at Breakheart Reservation: UPDATED

The boy was riding a bicycle when he was impaled by a tree branch in his chest, according to state police.

Wakefield Police Teach Water Safety

Wakefield police teach water safety.

Police: Missing Wakefield Teen May Be Endangered

A 16-year-old Wakefield girl is missing and may be endangered

Train Crossing Gates No Longer Stuck Down at Wakefield Station

The issue has been resolved, Wakefield Police tweeted.

Wakefield Hosts Simulated Drowning Rescue Today

Speakers will highlight important water safety tips.

Passed Out Driver Had Heroin: Wakefield Police Log

Scams, drugs and report of a creep taking photos of young girls this week in Wakefield.

Wakefield Motorcycle Accident Victim Gets Medical Flight to Hospital

The accident involved a motorcyclist.

Wakefield Police Incident Log

Drag racing, bread thrown at tenant and an all-girl mansion party highlight this week's incident log.

Melrose Man High and Texting in Wakefield Crash: Police

A 44-year-old Melrose man who crashed his car was high and using his phone to text on Saturday, May 28, Wakefield police said.

Wakefield Arrest and Incident Log

Armed robbery, vandalism, OUI drugs and a man who "wanted to drop off a bag" charged for drug possession.

Wakefield Police Urge Residents to Share the Road with Motorcyclists

Chief Rick Smith and the Wakefield Police Department are reminding residents to be cautious of and share the road with motorcyclists.

Wakefield Arrest Log

Marijuana and warrant arrests.

Man Seen Taking Photos of Children at Schools, Parks and Playgrounds: Wakefield Police

Police have spoken to the man on multiple occasions, explaining that the department has received complaints about his actions.

Wakefield Arrest Log

Driving on drugs, Verizon disputes, a stolen car and vandalism by fish

Wakefield Police Respond to Verizon Protest Calls

Police were called to two disputes May 12 surrounding the Verizon strike

Fish Thrown at Wakefield Home

The incident occurred at 72 Whitman Ave. and a report will follow, police said.

ICYMI: Wakefield Police Provide Safety Tips for Prom Season

Chief Rick Smith and the Wakefield Police Department are working to ensure teenagers and parents enjoy prom in a healthy and safe manner.

Wakefield Police Provide Safety Tips for Prom Season

Chief Rick Smith and the Wakefield Police Department are working to ensure teenagers and parents enjoy prom in a healthy and safe manner.

Wakefield Police Logs: OUI Offense, Possible Runaway

Excerpts from the Wakefield Police Logs.

Wakefield Police Caution Residents Against Ransomware

Police cautioned residents and provided tips to how to avoid falling victim to ransomware.

ICYMI: Wakefield Police Honored During First Responders Week

The honorary week, which ran from April 25 to May 1, was designated as such by the Board of Selectmen.

Wakefield PD Destroy 182lbs of Drugs after Take Back Event

In collaboration with the DEA, the Wakefield Police collected 18 boxes containing 182 pounds of prescription medications.

Wakefield Police Honored During First Responders Week

The honorary week, which ran from April 25 to May 1, was designated as such by the Board of Selectmen.

How Many Opioid Deaths Occurred in Wakefield Last Year? New Data Released

New data reveals the number of deaths due to opioids in Massachusetts last year, as well as preliminary data for 2016.