Crime & Safety

Newport Police Officer's Badge Stolen In Washington D.C.: Report

A Newport police officer had their badge stolen earlier this month while visiting the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial in D.C.

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A Newport police officer had their badge stolen earlier this month while visiting the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial in Washington D.C.
A Newport police officer had their badge stolen earlier this month while visiting the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial in Washington D.C. (Newport police)

NEWPORT, RI — A Newport police officer had their badge stolen earlier this month while visiting the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial in Washington D.C.

WPRI 12 reported someone stole the officer's badge and other items from their wallet. The officer was not injured.

For more on this story. Check out WPRI 12.

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