Murder Conviction: Lynn Man Found Guilty Of Aspiring Pilot's 2017 Shooting Death Murder Conviction: Lynn Man Found Guilty Of Aspiring Pilot's 2017 Shooting Death
Murder Conviction: Lynn Man Found Guilty Of Aspiring Pilot's 2017 Shooting Death A man from the North Shore was found guilty in connection with the shooting death of a 24-year-old aspiring pilot whose family immigrated to the United States from Iran, officials said.  Brian Brito, age 27, of Lynn, was conviction of the first-degree murder of Mohammedreza “Sina” Zangiband, 24, of Salem, on Friday, June 9, the Essex County District Attorney's Office reports.  Zangiband's death, which came in March 2017, was part of a crime spree across the North Shore at the time, according to the DA's Office. The 12 counts of which Brito was found guilty included:…
Man Admits To Killing 1, Wounding 2 More In 2020 Lawrence Shooting: DA Man Admits To Killing 1, Wounding 2 More In 2020 Lawrence Shooting: DA
Man Admits To Killing 1, Wounding 2 More In 2020 Lawrence Shooting: DA A 25-year-old Lawrence man who admitted to shooting three men and killing one struck a plea deal on Wednesday, May 31, and will spend up to 26 years in prison, authorities said.  Hector Baez was sentenced 18-to-20 years on a manslaughter charge, which will be followed by four to six years for a series of assault and battery and firearms charges, the Essex County District Attorney's Office.  Baez faced a first-degree murder charge for shooting and killing Delvis Paulino-Fernandez, 26, of Lawrence, on Newton Street in Lawrence on May 3, 2020, the prosecutor said. He was attending an…
Details Released About Active Shooter Report At St John's Prep In Danvers Details Released About Active Shooter Report At St John's Prep In Danvers
Details Released About Active Shooter Report At St John's Prep In Danvers Investigators have determined that a Danvers Police Officer who accidentally discharged their firearm was the reason behind an active shooter threat at a high school on the North Shore. Police responded to report of an individual with a long gun who was hiding in the bathroom of Benjamin Hall at St. John's Preparatory High School in Danvers shortly before 2 p.m. on Monday, May 22, according to town officials. Officers believed the individual intended to harm students.  As three officers entered the first-floor bathroom, one placed his finger on the trigger of his gun and that a second piec…
'She Will Be Sorely Missed': Family Says Goodbye To Woman Killed In North Andover Crash 'She Will Be Sorely Missed': Family Says Goodbye To Woman Killed In North Andover Crash
'She Will Be Sorely Missed': Family Says Goodbye To Woman Killed In North Andover Crash Angela Desmond was not one to sit still. The 47-year-old loved taking drives around the North Shore in her Camaro, spending time with her niece and nephew, hitting the heavy bag at a boxing gym, or taking a yoga class.  But whatever she did, she gave her whole heart, her obituary said.  Desmond was killed on Sunday, May 6, while walking along Massachusetts Avenue in North Andover. A Honda Civic jumped the curb near Route 125 and crashed into her around 1:30 p.m. The driver remained on the scene and cooperated with police.  North Andover police are investigating the cause of the crash, but…
5-Year-Old Killed By Tractor-Trailer In Andover Crosswalk: Report 5-Year-Old Killed By Tractor-Trailer In Andover Crosswalk: Report
5-Year-Old Killed By Tractor-Trailer In Andover Crosswalk: Report Multiple people in a crosswalk at the time of a tractor-trailer crash, but one person was struck and killed, officials say.  911 calls reported that a pedestrian had been hit by a tractor-trailer at the intersection of Elm and Main Streets at approximately 5:15 p.m. on Tuesday, May 9, according to the Andover Police Department.  The pedestrian, who was pronounced dead at the scene, was 5 years old, according to an updated story by Daily Voice. The other people who were in the crosswalk at the time of the incident were not hit by the vehicle but were taken to a local hospital as a…
31-Year-Old Man ID'd As Body Pulled From Merrimack River In Methuen: DA 31-Year-Old Man ID'd As Body Pulled From Merrimack River In Methuen: DA
31-Year-Old Man ID'd As Body Pulled From Merrimack River In Methuen: DA Authorities have identified a body that was pulled from the Merrimack River in Methuen this weekend as 31-year-old Ryan Cooper of Raymond, NH.  Cooper's body was found after officials responded to a boat ramp at 1110 Riverside Drive in Methuen around 12:45 p.m. on Sunday, May 7, the Essex County District Attorney's Office reports. Foul play is not suspected and the investigation is ongoing.
Pedestrian Struck, Killed While Walking On Sidewalk In North Andover: DA Pedestrian Struck, Killed While Walking On Sidewalk In North Andover: DA
Pedestrian Struck, Killed While Walking On Sidewalk In North Andover: DA Authorities are investigating after a pedestrian was struck and killed in North Andover this weekend, officials said.  The pedestrian was walking on a sidewalk along Massachusetts Avenue near Route 125 when they were hit by a Honda Civic around 1:30 p.m., the Essex County District Attorney's Office reports. The pedestrian was taken to Lawrence General Hospital where they were pronounced dead. Their identity has yet to be released. The driver stayed on scene and so far, no charges have been filed or citation have been issued, the DA's Office added. The investigation is ongoing.
Body Pulled From Merrimack River In Methuen: DA's Office Body Pulled From Merrimack River In Methuen: DA's Office
Body Pulled From Merrimack River In Methuen: DA's Office Authorities are investigating after a body was pulled from the Merrimack River in Methuen over the weekend, according to officials. Methuen Fire responded to the incident at a boat ramp at 1110 Riverside Drive in Methuen around 12:45 p.m. on Sunday, May 7, the Essex County District Attorney's Office reports. The body is pending identification by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner. The investigation is ongoing. 
ID Released For Newburyport Industrial Worker Who Died In Chemical Explosion ID Released For Newburyport Industrial Worker Who Died In Chemical Explosion
ID Released For Newburyport Industrial Worker Who Died In Chemical Explosion A chemical explosion at an industrial park resulted in the death of one person and the hospitalizations of four others.  An industrial worker found dead on Thursday, May 5 was identified by officials as 62-year-old Jack O'Keefe, of Methuen, according to the Essex County District Attorney’s office.  O'Keefe was one of five people who were inside the building, a metal addition on the rear of the larger facility, at 9 Opportunity Way when a chemical explosion occurred.  Read more: Body Of Missing Worker Found After Chemical Explosion At Newburyport Industrial Park Four of the workers were t…
12 Counts Of Rape: Lynn Sex Offender Convicted Of Abusing Children, DA Says 12 Counts Of Rape: Lynn Sex Offender Convicted Of Abusing Children, DA Says
12 Counts Of Rape: Lynn Sex Offender Convicted Of Abusing Children, DA Says A registered sex offender from Lynn has been convicted of a dozen counts of rape and sexually abusing multiple children, officials said. William Forbes, age 69, was convicted of 12 felony counts for raping and sexually abusing children on Tuesday, May 2, according to the Essex County District Attorney's Office. He was indicted in 2021 on charges of abusing two victims in Lynn.  Forbes' charges included multiple counts of rape of a child, assault to rape, indecent assault and battery on a person under 14, and indecent assault and battery on a person 14 or over.  Forbes w…
Man Hit, Killed By MBTA Train In Swampscott, Severe Delays Expected: Police Man Hit, Killed By MBTA Train In Swampscott, Severe Delays Expected: Police
Man Hit, Killed By MBTA Train In Swampscott, Severe Delays Expected: Police A man trespassed on the path of the Rockport/Gloucester MBTA Line and died, officials say.  Buses replaced train service after an adult male was hit and killed by an MBTA Commuter Rail Trail at approximately 10:05 a.m. on Tuesday, May 2 in the area of the 200 block of Essex Street in Swampscott, according to Richard Sullivan, Superintendent of the Transit Police Department. The man trespassed on the right of way of the eastern route of the Rockport/Gloucester line and was pronounced dead as a result of the injuries he sustained in the incident.  "On behalf of the MBTA organization I exten…
6 Shot, 1 Dead In Lawrence House Party Turned Shooting: DA 6 Shot, 1 Dead In Lawrence House Party Turned Shooting: DA
6 Shot, 1 Dead In Lawrence House Party Turned Shooting: DA Two people were arrested on gun charges relating to the house party turned shooting that resulted in an 18-year-old's death, officials say. Police responded to a report of a disturbance at a house party at 5 Royal Street, Apartment 3 around 3:00 a.m. on Sunday, April 30, and found six gunshot victims, according to Essex County District Attorney Paul F. Tucker. All six of the gunshot victims were transported to Lawrence General Hospital. Desiderio Arias, 18, of Boxford Street, Lawrence, was pronounced dead at the hospital.  Arias was the son of Eddy Chavez, the former trustee of the…