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Woman Killed In New Bedford Shooting Remembered For Her Forgiveness, Strength Woman Killed In New Bedford Shooting Remembered For Her Forgiveness, Strength
Woman Killed In New Bedford Shooting Remembered For Her Forgiveness, Strength A fundraiser for a woman who was fatally shot earlier this week describes her as a kind and loving person who would always help those in need.  Karina Martinez Ortiz, 32, of New Bedford, was found with gunshot wounds outside her apartment on Tuesday night, March 4, authorities said. Police responded to a 911 call about a woman with serious injuries lying on Bolton Street around 6:30 p.m. She was rushed to a nearby hospital, where she later died from her injuries. Police arrested Wilo Morales-Colon, 49, of New Bedford, on Thursday morning, charging him with her murder. A GoFundMe camp…

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by Josh Lanier
Police & Fire
Lowell Man Gunned Down 24-Year-Old Inside Car, Hid Inside His Home: Police Lowell Man Gunned Down 24-Year-Old Inside Car, Hid Inside His Home: Police
Lowell Man Gunned Down 24-Year-Old Inside Car, Hid Inside His Home: Police A 20-year-old Lowell man is facing a murder charge after authorities say he fatally shot another man during a confrontation that ended in tragedy on Middlesex Street. Bravindah Mawanda has been charged with the killing of 24-year-old Nikhl Israni, also of Lowell, according to Middlesex District Attorney Marian Ryan and Lowell Police Superintendent Greg Hudon. Officers responded to the intersection of Middlesex and Maude Streets shortly before 8:00 p.m. Monday, Dec. 30, after receiving a report of a person lying in the roadway. Police found Israni suffering from multiple gunshot wounds, and …

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by Josh Lanier
Police & Fire
ID Released for Haverhill Man, 33, Shot To Death In Boston: Police ID Released for Haverhill Man, 33, Shot To Death In Boston: Police
ID Released for Haverhill Man, 33, Shot To Death In Boston: Police The identity of a shooting victim has been released while police continue to review the details of the case, officials say. Police responded to a report of shots fired on Monday, May 22 around 5 p.m. in the area of 264 Columbia Road in Boston to find a man, who has now been identified as 33-year-old Daniel T. Mayers, suffering from multiple apparent gunshot wounds, according to the Boston Police Department. Mayers, of Haverhill, was transported to a local hospital where he was later pronounced dead. This incident remains under investigation. Police ask that anyone with information about …

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by Morgan Gonzales
Police & Fire
Well-Being Check Reveals Man Shot To Death Inside Boston Apartment: Police Well-Being Check Reveals Man Shot To Death Inside Boston Apartment: Police
Well-Being Check Reveals Man Shot To Death Inside Boston Apartment: Police A man was found shot to death at a Boston apartment after police were called in for a well-being check this week, authorities said. Officers responded to 940 Parker Street in Jamaica Plain where they found an adult male suffering from gunshot wounds around 11:30 a.m. on Monday, March 6, Boston Police report.  The man was pronounced dead at the scene and his identity has yet to be released. The investigation is ongoing.  Anyone with information is asked to contact Boston Police at (617) 343-4470. Anonymous tips can be made by calling the CrimeStoppers Tip Line at 1 …

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by David Cifarelli
Police & Fire
Woman, Man Killed In Back-To-Back Weekend Boston Shootings: Police Woman, Man Killed In Back-To-Back Weekend Boston Shootings: Police
Woman, Man Killed In Back-To-Back Weekend Boston Shootings: Police Two people have died and another is injured following back-to-back shootings over Presidents' Day Weekend in Boston, authorities said.  Officers responded to the first shooting at 15 Fermoy Heights in Dorchester around 8:46 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 18, Boston Police report. Upon arrival, officers found a woman suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. She was pronounced dead at the scene, police said. Officers responded to the second shooting at 958 Tremont Street in the South End/Lower Roxbury. around 11:34 p.m. on Saturday, police report. This is the same address for Slades Bar & Grill…

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by David Cifarelli
Police & Fire
Double Boston Shooting Claims Man's Life, Sends Other To Hospital: Police Double Boston Shooting Claims Man's Life, Sends Other To Hospital: Police
Double Boston Shooting Claims Man's Life, Sends Other To Hospital: Police One man is dead and another is in the hospital following a double shooting in Boston, authorities said. Police responded to a call for two people shot in the area of 21 Dewey Street in Dorchester around 8:10 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 13, according to Boston Police. Upon arrival, officers found tow adult male victims suffering from gunshot wounds.  Both men were taken to local hospitals where one was pronounced dead. The other remains in critical condition, police said. So far, no arrests have been made and the investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to contact Bosto…

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by David Cifarelli
Police & Fire
'Fly High Mol': 33-Year-Old Boston Father Of 2 Killed In New Year's Day Shooting 'Fly High Mol': 33-Year-Old Boston Father Of 2 Killed In New Year's Day Shooting
'Fly High Mol': 33-Year-Old Boston Father Of 2 Killed In New Year's Day Shooting A Boston neighborhood is in mourning after a 33-year-old father of two children was shot and killed on New Year's Day, according to authorities.  Jymaal Cox, of Mattapan, was found shot to death near 1601 Blue Hill Avenue just before 6 a.m. on Sunday, Jan. 1, Boston Police report.  Responding officers also found another adult male suffering from non-life-threatening gunshot wounds in the area. He was taken to a local hospital for treatment, police said. "Words can’t even express how heartbroken I am," one Facebook user said in response to Cox's death. "If anyone knows, they know Jymaal wa…

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by David Cifarelli
Police & Fire
Multiple People Injured At Warehouse Party Shooting In Central Mass: Police Multiple People Injured At Warehouse Party Shooting In Central Mass: Police
Multiple People Injured At Warehouse Party Shooting In Central Mass: Police Worcester Police are investigating after several people were injured in an overnight shooting at a warehouse.  Police responded to a report of a shooting victim at a warehouse at 88 Webster Street around 3:08 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 15, Worcester Police said. Upon arrival, officers found a man suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. He was taken to a local hospital with serious injuries, police said.  Shortly after, officers found five more shooting victims, Boston25 reports. They were all taken to local hospitals for treatment, police said. Authorities believe the shooting happe…

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by David Cifarelli
Police & Fire
2 Found Dead In Western Mass Home 2 Found Dead In Western Mass Home
2 Found Dead In Western Mass Home A man and a woman were found dead inside a Western Massachusetts home after a call from a relative. The two were found in Springfield around 10:15 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 25 on Maynard Street. According to Ryan Walsh, spokesman for the Springfield Police,  officers responded to a home on Maynard Street for immediate assistance after a relative found the man and woman dead inside the home from apparent gunshot wounds. The Springfield Police Homicide Unit under the direction of Capt. Trent Duda is investigating, Walsh said. The names and ages of the two people have not yet been released. …

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by Kathy Reakes
Police & Fire
Man, 35, Shot In The Neck In Fitchburg (UPDATE) Man, 35, Shot In The Neck In Fitchburg (UPDATE)
Man, 35, Shot In The Neck In Fitchburg (Update) A man has been hospitalized after being shot in the neck in downtown Fitchburg, police confirm to Daily Voice.  Police responded to the shooting at 330 Water Street around 8:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 14, police said. Upon arrival, officers found the victim, a 35-year-old Fitchburg resident, suffering from gunshot wounds to the right side of his neck, right bicep and abdomen, police said.  2022-09-14 20:35 EDT | MA | FITCHBURG |**SHOOTING**| 330 WATER ST | M&M VARIETY ONE PARTY SHOT IN THE NECK AND THE ABDOMEN. LOOKING FOR PERPS DRESSED IN ALL BLACK. | NEFA17 | NEFA43 Map (https:/…

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by David Cifarelli
Obituaries
Loved Ones Feel 'Sick' After 32-Year-Old Was Killed At Quincy Apartment Complex Loved Ones Feel 'Sick' After 32-Year-Old Was Killed At Quincy Apartment Complex
Loved Ones Feel 'Sick' After 32-Year-Old Was Killed At Quincy Apartment Complex Tributes are pouring in for a 32-year-old Quincy homicide victim who loved ones say helped mold others into the people they are today. Jordan Wiggins was found suffering from gunshot wounds in the area of a stairwell at the Elevation Apartments in the overnight hours of Thursday, Aug. 18, according to Quincy Police.  Wiggins was taken to local hospital where he later died. Those who knew Wiggins best were emotionally distraught when they heard about his death. "Sick to my stomach," one Facebook user said. "I’ve spent the day thinking about how much fun I had growing up with a best friend …

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by David Cifarelli
Police & Fire
Four Injured In Late Night Boston Shooting Days After Stabbing In Same Area Four Injured In Late Night Boston Shooting Days After Stabbing In Same Area
Four Injured In Late Night Boston Shooting Days After Stabbing In Same Area Four people have been injured in a late night shooting in Boston the same week a man was hospitalized after being stabbing in the same neighborhood, authorities said. Police responded to shots fired in the area of 39 Warren Street in Roxbury around 11:16 p.m. on Tuesday, July 12, Boston Police said.  Upon arrival, officers found three adult males suffering from non-life-threatening gunshot wounds. They were taken to local hospitals for treatment, police said.  In addition, another adult male also suffering from a non-life-threatening gunshot wound walked into a local hospital aft…

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by David Cifarelli