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Shooter Gets Life In Prison For Murder Of Mother Of 2 Stephanie Olivieri In Western Mass Shooter Gets Life In Prison For Murder Of Mother Of 2 Stephanie Olivieri In Western Mass
Shooter Gets Life In Prison For Murder Of Mother Of 2 Stephanie Olivieri In Western Mass A 30-year-old man who was found guilty of the August 2019 killing of Stephanie Olivieri, a mother, in her car in Berkshire County was sentenced to life in prison, authorities announced on Tuesday, June 18. Police found several gifts and decorations in Oliveri's vehicle as she was preparing to celebrate one of her two children's birthday.  Tyler Sumner, of North Adams, was found guilty on May 31 of first-degree murder and possession of ammunition without FID card, the Berkshire County District Attorney's Office said.  Pittsfield police responded to 66 South John Street, where …
2 Rushed To Hospital Following Shooting In Western Mass 2 Rushed To Hospital Following Shooting In Western Mass
2 Rushed To Hospital Following Shooting In Western Mass Two people were shot late Friday, June 14, in Berkshire County.  Police in Pittsfield said that two people were shot in the area of North Street and Bradford Street. Both were rushed to Berkshire Medical Center, where they are being treated for their injuries.  Police did not release any information on their conditions.  Investigators do not believe this was a random attack and say there is no active threat to the community.  No suspect has been identified, and police ask residents to stay vigilant and report any suspicious activity.
Man, 72, On Mobility Scooter Hit, Killed In Western Mass Truck Crash Man, 72, On Mobility Scooter Hit, Killed In Western Mass Truck Crash
Man, 72, On Mobility Scooter Hit, Killed In Western Mass Truck Crash A 72-year-old Berkshire County man was killed on Tuesday night, May 28, when a car crashed into his mobility scooter as he crossed the street, authorities said.  David Frye, of Pittsfield, was struck by a 2014 Dodge Ram truck around 7 p.m. as he was on Second Street in Pittsfield, Pittsfield police said.  The truck's driver, from North Adams, turned onto Second Street from Wallace Place when she struck Frye. Paramedics rushed him to Berkshire Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead, authorities said.  Police closed Second Street from Lake to Silver streets for two hours…
Man, 34, Killed In Dirt Bike Versus Car Crash In Western Mass Man, 34, Killed In Dirt Bike Versus Car Crash In Western Mass
Man, 34, Killed In Dirt Bike Versus Car Crash In Western Mass A 34-year-old Berkshire County man was killed on Saturday, May 25, when his dirt bike crashed with a car.  John Tyska, of Pittsfield, crashed with a 2022 Honda Ridgeline driver by a 53-year-old Pittsfield man on Plymouth St. in Pittsfield just before 7 p.m. Tyska was pronounced dead at the scene, authorities said.,  Police closed portions of West Housatonic St. from Osceola St. to Cadwell Road for about four hours as they cleaned and cleared the crash site.  Pittsfield police are investigating the crash. No charges had been filed as of Sunday afternoon.  Authorities a…
Firefighters Cut 3 Seriously Injured Men From Truck After It Crashes Into Western Mass Tree Firefighters Cut 3 Seriously Injured Men From Truck After It Crashes Into Western Mass Tree
Firefighters Cut 3 Seriously Injured Men From Truck After It Crashes Into Western Mass Tree Three men were seriously hurt after the truck they were in crashed into a tree Tuesday afternoon, Jan. 9, in Berkshire County, authorities said.  The crash happened just after 3:30 p.m. near 241 South St. in Pittsfield when the truck left the road and slammed into the tree south of the South and Broad Street intersection, Pittsfield police said. No other vehicles were involved.  Related: Police ID Men Injured In South Street Crash, All Remain Hospitalized Firefighters had to cut the men from the wreckage so paramedics could rush them to an area hospital for treatment.  Poli…
'He Was The Best': US Airman From Berkshire County Killed In Military Aircraft Crash In Japan 'He Was The Best': US Airman From Berkshire County Killed In Military Aircraft Crash In Japan
'He Was The Best': US Airman From Berkshire County Killed In Military Aircraft Crash In Japan A US Airman from Berkshire County was one of eight servicemembers who died this week when an Osprey aircraft crashed off the coast of Japan during a routine training exercise, the Pittsfield Police Department confirmed on Friday, Dec. 1.  Jacob "Jake" Galliher, a 24-year-old father of two from Pittsfield, was aboard the aircraft that went down near the island of Yakushima on Wednesday. The bodies of the seven other crew members who were killed have not been found, the US Air Force said Friday.  It's unclear what caused the Osprey to crash, but a witness told investigators the…
After Stabbing, Western Mass Bar 'Closed Until Further Notice,' Owners Say After Stabbing, Western Mass Bar 'Closed Until Further Notice,' Owners Say
After Stabbing, Western Mass Bar 'Closed Until Further Notice,' Owners Say The owners of a Berkshire County ramen bar said they created the Pittsfield hotspot to be a safe space for people to meet and have a good time, but a stabbing last week upended that goal. They've decided to shut down indefinitely.  A man was stabbed as he left Thistle & Mirth just after 9:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 22. The man took himself to Baystate Medical Center, and police say he is expected to survive. Authorities did not release his name.  Related: Man Stabbed Leaving Pittsfield Ramen Bar The owners of the 44 West St. bar said in a Facebook post that they have seen an increas…
Alert Issued For 15-Year-Old From Region Missing Over 24 Hours Alert Issued For 15-Year-Old From Region Missing Over 24 Hours
Alert Issued For 15-Year-Old From Region Missing Over 24 Hours Police are asking for help in locating a 15-year-old boy from the region who has been missing for over 24 hours. Josiah Delph, of Pittsfield in Berkshire County, Massachusetts, was last seen on Wednesday, Nov. 15, according to Pittsfield Police. In a post on Facebook, the teen’s sister, Kendra Lian, said he had run away. “My family is really worried, and we want him safe,” she wrote. Delph is described as 5-feet-10-inches tall and 165 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes. He was last seen wearing a black Nike sweatshirt. Anyone with information in the case is asked to contact the Pit…
Western Mass Cop Cruiser Crashes Into Car Carrying Grandmother, 2 Grandkids; 4 Hurt: Police Western Mass Cop Cruiser Crashes Into Car Carrying Grandmother, 2 Grandkids; 4 Hurt: Police
Western Mass Cop Cruiser Crashes Into Car Carrying Grandmother, 2 Grandkids; 4 Hurt: Police A police car en route to a suspected crime scene crashed at an intersection in Berkshire County Sunday afternoon, Oct. 15, injuring four people, including a grandmother, her grandchildren, and a Pittsfield police officer, authorities said. Two Pittsfield police officers were driving to a reported disturbance off Cheshire Road just before 4:30 p.m. with lights and sirens on, Pittsfield authorities said. As they passed through the intersection of Coltsville and Cheshire, the cruiser slammed into a Jeep Wrangler crossing the intersection.  The Jeep, driven by Kimberly Gaylord, 5…
Man, 49, Hit, Killed While Working On Western Mass Road ID'd By Police Man, 49, Hit, Killed While Working On Western Mass Road ID'd By Police
Man, 49, Hit, Killed While Working On Western Mass Road ID'd By Police A 49-year-old construction worker working on a crew repairing a road in Berkshire County on Thursday morning, Oct. 12, was run over and killed by an 87-year-old driver, authorities said.  Shane Cassavant, of Lanesboro, was working on the roadway near 777 West Street just before 8 a.m., Pittsfield police said.  Edward Ladouceur, of Pittsfield, was driving east on the road and was flagged to move into the westbound lane once at the construction site. That's when police say he crashed his Chevrolet Colorado into Cassavant, police said.  Paramedics rushed Cassavan…
Teen Goes Missing In Western Mass; Police Ask Public For Tips Teen Goes Missing In Western Mass; Police Ask Public For Tips
Teen Goes Missing In Western Mass; Police Ask Public For Tips A 16-year-old girl in Berkshire County is missing, and police have released her photo in the hopes someone will see her and contact authorities.  Mya Acito, of Pittsfield, is 5 feet, 7 inches tall, weighing 105 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes, Pittsfield police said. She was in pajama bottoms and a white tank top the last time her family saw her.  Related: Missing Teenage Girl In Pittsfield Found, Police Said Pittsfield police believe she is still in the area.  Police ask anyone with information on Acito's disappearance or whereabouts to contact investigators at …
Hit, Run Crash: Man Drove Into Woman Walking In Western Mass, Police Say Hit, Run Crash: Man Drove Into Woman Walking In Western Mass, Police Say
Hit, Run Crash: Man Drove Into Woman Walking In Western Mass, Police Say Police in Berkshire County say a 65-year-old man left a woman on the side of a road with severe injuries after he crashed into her and sped away on Tuesday, July 4.  Jeffrey Miles is accused of hitting Shaquanna Turnage with an F-150 pickup as she walked down Second Street in Pittsfield on Tuesday, July 4, authorities said. Officers rushed to the area just after 10 p.m., but Miles had driven away, Pittsfield police said.  Officers are still investigating the cause of the crash, and no charges have been filed in the case, Pittsfield police said.  Paramedics rushed Turnag…
UPDATE: Missing 12-Year-Old Boy From Pittsfield Found Safe UPDATE: Missing 12-Year-Old Boy From Pittsfield Found Safe
Update: Missing 12-Year-Old Boy From Pittsfield Found Safe UPDATE: Pittsfield Police report that Jayden Green was found safely.  Pittsfield police are asking for the public's help to find a missing 12-year-old boy.  Jayden Green is described as 5 feet-2 inches tall and weighing 135 pounds with black hair and brown. He is of mixed race. His hair is reportedly longer than depicted in the photo police have released.  Green was last seen wearing a black hoodie, black joggers, and black shoes.  Anyone who sees Green or may know his location is asked to contact Pittsfield Police Department at 413-448-9700
FOUND: Autistic Man With Western Mass Ties Who Went Missing While Traveling From Georgia FOUND: Autistic Man With Western Mass Ties Who Went Missing While Traveling From Georgia
Found: Autistic Man With Western Mass Ties Who Went Missing While Traveling From Georgia UPDATE: Pittsfield Police report that Andrew Zisiades has been safely located. Police are asking for the public's help in finding a 39-year-old man who went missing while traveling from Georgia to Massachusetts.  Andrew Zisiades began traveling to the state on a Greyhound Bus on Monday, April 24, according to the Pittsfield Police Department on Facebook.  The Pittsfield Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance with locating 39 year old Andrew Zisiades who has... Posted by Pittsfield Police Department on Friday, April 28, 2023 Authorities believe that Zisiades got off t…
Police In Western Mass Search For Missing 16-Year-Old Boy Police In Western Mass Search For Missing 16-Year-Old Boy
Police In Western Mass Search For Missing 16-Year-Old Boy Police in Western Massachusetts asked the public for help locating a missing 16-year-old boy. Markis Williams was reported missing, the Pittsfield Police Department announced on Saturday, Sept. 24. He is described as being about 5-foot-5 and 125 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes, authorities said.  Police said he was last seen wearing a gray sweatshirt, black sweatpants, sneakers, and a backpack. Authorities asked anyone with information about Markis' whereabouts to call the Pittsfield Police Department at 413-448-9700. Share this story by clicking on the Facebook ico…
Teen Found With Loaded Handgun, 'Substantial Amount' Of Cocaine In Western Mass, Police Say Teen Found With Loaded Handgun, 'Substantial Amount' Of Cocaine In Western Mass, Police Say
Teen Found With Loaded Handgun, 'Substantial Amount' Of Cocaine In Western Mass, Police Say A 17-year-old boy is facing drug and firearm charges after police in Western Massachusetts said he was found in possession of a loaded handgun and a "substantial amount" of cocaine. The Pittsfield Police Department in Berkshire County received a report about a teenager who was in possession of a firearm on Monday, Sept. 19, police said. The teenager, whose identity was not released, was arrested shortly after the arrest warrant was issued and found in possession of cocaine, a handgun, and a "large quantity" of cash, police said. Authorities said he was charged with: Carrying a loaded fir…
Single-Vehicle Crash Significantly Damages Building In Western Massachusetts Single-Vehicle Crash Significantly Damages Building In Western Massachusetts
Single-Vehicle Crash Significantly Damages Building In Western Massachusetts Police are investigating after a vehicle crashed into a building in western Massachusetts, causing extensive damage. Authorities in Berkshire County responded to a report that a vehicle crashed into a building located at 87 Wahconah St. in Pittsfield at about 9:50 p.m. on Wednesday, July 27, according to the Pittsfield Police Department. The building that was struck was the former location of Johnny’s Beach Club, authorities said. Police said the two occupants of the vehicle were hospitalized for treatment of minor injuries. Authorities asked anyone with information about the crash t…
Child Found Unresponsive In Water At Beach In Western Mass, Police Say Child Found Unresponsive In Water At Beach In Western Mass, Police Say
Child Found Unresponsive In Water At Beach In Western Mass, Police Say An 8-year-old girl found unresponsive at a Massachusetts beach was saved by CPR performed by bystanders. The incident took place in Berkshire County in Pittsfield around 5 p.m. on Sunday, July 24. Police, firefighters, and EMS responded to the Burbank Park public beach area at Onota Lake for an unresponsive child found in the water, said Lt. John Soules, of the Pittsfield Police Department.  Citizens on scene began administering CPR and responding emergency workers took over rescue measures upon their arrival, Soules said. The child was transported to Berkshire Medical…
Alert Issued For Missing Teen From Region Alert Issued For Missing Teen From Region
Alert Issued For Missing Teen From Region Police are asking for the public’s help in locating a missing Massachusetts teenager. Berkshire County resident Nevaeh Mack, age 16, of Pittsfield, was reported missing to authorities, according to the Pittsfield Police Department. She is described as a white female standing 5-feet-4-inches tall and weighing 118 pounds, with reddish hair and brown eyes. The teen was reportedly last seen wearing a red shirt and red/white checkered pants with white sneakers. Anyone with information on the girl’s whereabouts is asked to contact Pittsfield Police at 413-448-9700. Share this story by clicking…
Police In Western Massachusetts Report Missing 15-Year-Old Has Been Found Police In Western Massachusetts Report Missing 15-Year-Old Has Been Found
Police In Western Massachusetts Report Missing 15-Year-Old Has Been Found Update: Police in Western Massachusetts reported that a 15-year-old boy who was reported missing has been located. Michael McCaul has been found, according to an update from the Pittsfield Police Department. Police previously reported on Sunday, June 12, that Michael had last been seen by family on Thursday, June 9. Original report: Police have asked the public for help locating a missing 15-year-old boy who is believed to be in the Western Massachusetts area. Authorities in Berkshire County are searching for Michael McCaul, who was last seen by his family on Thursday, June 9, acco…
24-Year-Old Shot At Western Mass Residence 24-Year-Old Shot At Western Mass Residence
24-Year-Old Shot At Western Mass Residence A shooting suspect is at large in Western Massachusetts after a 24-year-old man was found with a gunshot wound in an area residence, police said. In Berkshire County, first responders were dispatched to Congress Street in Pittsfield at approximately 10:45 p.m. on Saturday, May 21, where there was a report of a shooting in the area. According to Pittsfield Police Lt. Michael Maddalena, upon arrival, officers found the shooting victim, and treated him at the scene before the Pittsfield Fire Department and County Ambulance arrived to transport him to Boston Medical Center with life-threatening…
Teen Trio Nabbed After 18-Year-Old Shot In Western Massachusetts Teen Trio Nabbed After 18-Year-Old Shot In Western Massachusetts
Teen Trio Nabbed After 18-Year-Old Shot In Western Massachusetts Three teenagers were apprehended following a shooting in Western Massachusetts that sent an 18-year-old to the hospital. Officers in Berkshire County responded to a report of a shooting on Brierwood Lane in Pittsfield at about 5 p.m. on Tuesday, April 26, the Pittsfield Police Department announced on Tuesday, May 17. More than a dozen shell casings were found at the scene, police said.  Investigators found that an 18-year-old Pittsfield man had been shot multiple times, authorities reported. Police said the victim was taken to the hospital for treatment of serious injuries and is sti…
Missing 25-Year-Old Woman From Western Massachusetts Found Safe Missing 25-Year-Old Woman From Western Massachusetts Found Safe
Missing 25-Year-Old Woman From Western Massachusetts Found Safe Update: A 25-year-old woman who was reported missing in Western Massachusetts has been found safe. The Pittsfield Police Department reported that Leigha Pyenson has been found. Police previously reported on Monday, May 16, that Pysenson was missing.  Original report: Police in Western Massachusetts are searching for a missing 25-year-old woman. The Pittsfield Police Department in Berkshire County issued an alert on Monday, May 16, that Leigha Pyenson was reported missing. Pyenson is described as being about 5-foot-6 and 130 pounds, with blonde hair and brown eyes, police said…
Police In Western Massachusetts Say Missing 17-Year-Old Has Been Found Police In Western Massachusetts Say Missing 17-Year-Old Has Been Found
Police In Western Massachusetts Say Missing 17-Year-Old Has Been Found Update: Police in Western Massachusetts said a 17-year-old girl who was reported missing has been found. On Thursday, May 12, the Pittsfield Police Department reported that Angelina Campbell had been reported missing. In an update, police said Angelina has been located. Original report: Police in Western Massachusetts have asked the public for help locating a missing 17-year-old girl. Angelina Campbell has been reported missing, according to an announcement from the Pittsfield Police Department on Thursday, May 12. Police said Angelina is described as being about 5-foot-2 and 130 pound…
16-Year-Old Accused Of Bringing Loaded Handgun Into MA Convenience Store, Police Say 16-Year-Old Accused Of Bringing Loaded Handgun Into MA Convenience Store, Police Say
16-Year-Old Accused Of Bringing Loaded Handgun Into MA Convenience Store, Police Say A 16-year-old was arrested and charged after police said he entered a convenience store in Massachusetts with a loaded firearm. Officers in Berkshire County saw a teen wearing a black ski mask enter a convenience store on Francis Avenue in Pittsfield at about 7 p.m. on Thursday, May 5, according to the Pittsfield Police Department. The teen appeared to be carrying a handgun in his waistband, police said. Officers arrested the teen and removed a .40 caliber handgun loaded with fifteen rounds of hollow-point ammunition from his possession, authorities said.  The suspect, who is a resid…
15-Year-Old Girl Reported Missing In MA Has Been Found Safe, Police Say 15-Year-Old Girl Reported Missing In MA Has Been Found Safe, Police Say
15-Year-Old Girl Reported Missing In MA Has Been Found Safe, Police Say Update: Police reported that a 15-year-old girl who was reported missing in Massachusetts has been found safe. Destinie Sanford has been located, according to an update from the Pittsfield Police Department. Police had issued an alert that Destinie was missing on Friday, April 22. Original report: Police in Massachusetts have asked the public for help locating a 15-year-old girl who was reported missing. The Pittsfield Police Department in Berkshire County issued an alert on Friday, April 22, that Destinie Sanford was reported missing. She is described as being about 5-foot-6, wit…
Police Ask Public's Help In Search For Missing 36-Year-Old Western Mass Woman Police Ask Public's Help In Search For Missing 36-Year-Old Western Mass Woman
Police Ask Public's Help In Search For Missing 36-Year-Old Western Mass Woman Police in Western Massachusetts have asked the public for help in the search for a 36-year-old woman who has been missing since 2019. Janan Welz-Scutt was reported missing to the Springfield Police Department in Hampden County in September of 2019, according to a report from the Pittsfield Police Department on Wednesday, March 23. Police said Welz-Scutt is 5-foot-5 and 120 pounds, with brown hair and hazel eyes. Authorities asked anyone with information about her whereabouts to call the Springfield Police Department at 413-787-6302. Share this story by clicking on the Facebook icon below.…
Police In Western Massachusetts Search For Missing 18-Year-Old Woman Police In Western Massachusetts Search For Missing 18-Year-Old Woman
Police In Western Massachusetts Search For Missing 18-Year-Old Woman Police in Western Massachusetts have asked the public for help locating a missing 18-year-old woman. The Pittsfield Police Department in Berkshire County is searching for 18-year-old Rachel Lewis, according to an announcement from police on Tuesday, March 22. Police said Lewis is described as being about 5-foot-5 and 120 pounds, with blue eyes, tattoos on her neck, and pink, shoulder-length hair with bangs. Authorities asked anyone with information about Lewis' whereabouts to call the Pittsfield Police Department at 413-448-9700. Share this story by clicking on the Facebook icon belo…
Police Ask Public For Help Locating Missing 27-Year-Old New England Woman Police Ask Public For Help Locating Missing 27-Year-Old New England Woman
Police Ask Public For Help Locating Missing 27-Year-Old New England Woman Police in Massachusetts have asked the public for help locating a missing 27-year-old woman. Annie Crounse is described as being about 5-foot-9 and 125 pounds, with dark hair and blue eyes, according to the Pittsfield Police Department in Berkshire County. Police provided a photo of Crounse but noted that it may be a few years old. Pittsfield Police asked anyone with information about her whereabouts to call the department at 413-448-9700. Share this story by clicking on the Facebook icon below. This is a developing story. Check back to Daily Voice for updates
Man Accused Of Raping Two Minors In Region Man Accused Of Raping Two Minors In Region
Man Accused Of Raping Two Minors In Region A Western Massachusetts man has been arrested for allegedly raping two minor girls in the region. Berkshire County resident Lucius Copeland, age 20, of Pittsfield, was arrested on Tuesday, Dec. 28, by the Berkshire County Law Enforcement Task Force. According to Andrew McKeever, director of Communications for the Berkshire District Attorney’s Office, the task force established probable cause to arrest Copeland for: Two counts of aggravated rape One count of rape of a child Law enforcement suspects Copeland of sexually assaulting a 17-year-old and a 14-year-old girl ove…
Police Increase Security At Western Mass School District After Social Media Threat Police Increase Security At Western Mass School District After Social Media Threat
Police Increase Security At Western Mass School District After Social Media Threat Police have increased security at a Massachusetts school district due to a threatening message that has been circulating on social media in the community. The Pittsfield Police Department, located in Berkshire County, reported that on the morning of Tuesday, Oct. 26, a social media message that has circulated in communities across the United States was shared among students in Pittsfield. Police said the message threatens violence, and it caused concern within the Pittsfield Public School community.  The threat is not believed to be credible and "is consistent with a nationwide hoax,"…