Coyote Attack, Fanny Pack Guns, I-495 Fatal Crash: Patch Top Stories

WORCESTER, MA — From more monkeypox cases to a sister mid-flight rescue, here are the top stories on Patch for the week ending Aug. 19.

Westborough Man Identified As Victim In I-495 Crash

Samuel Ibikunle, 72, died after he was hit by a suspected drunk driver early Wednesday morning.

Coyote Attack On Dog In Sudbury Prompts Safety Warning

The small dog was seriously injured in the attack on Tuesday night, Sudbury police said.

Ex-MA Trooper Indicted In Death Of Motorcyclist On I-93

The trooper crashed while leaning in for a kiss, and while under the influence of alcohol, prosecutors said.

Fanny Pack Guns Lead To 2 Arrests In Shrewsbury

Two Worcester men were arrested in separate incidents in recent days on weapons charges, both wearing fanny packs.

Police Identify Worcester Man Killed Along I-290

Several drivers hit the 27-year-old along westbound I-290 late Saturday night, according to state police.

Drug Overdoses In Worcester County May Worsen Due To New Drug: DA

There are reports of an animal tranquilizer mixed in with the local drug supply, Worcester County DA Joseph Early Jr. said.

Monkeypox Cases In Worcester Reach 7: Health Officials

The number of monkeypox cases in Worcester has tripled over the past two weeks, and officials are debuting a new virus resource.

Brush Fire Burns Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary In Natick

The brush fire along South Street was first reported Tuesday night and drew fire departments from many local towns.

Wayland Sisters Help Save Life During Flight To Florida

Wayland firefighter and paramedic Lindsay Byrne and her sister, nurse Nicole Kelly, saved a woman in diabetic shock mid-flight.

3 Charged In Whitey Bulger Murder — Including Reputed MA Hitman

James “Whitey” Bulger was beaten to death in a West Virginia prison in 2018.

'Absolute Joy': Brothers Who Died In 'Jaws Bridge' Incident Remembered

Tavaris and Tavaughn Bulgin died after jumping off the Martha's Vineyard bridge Sunday.