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Springfield Police Officer Busted On Drugs, Gun Charges Springfield Police Officer Busted On Drugs, Gun Charges
Springfield Police Officer Busted On Drugs, Gun Charges A Springfield police officer was arrested on Wednesday, Dec. 13, after an early morning raid on a home in the city, authorities said.  Miranda Caldwell, 26, who has been with the department since 2021, was charged with several felonies following the bust, Springfield police said. Anthony Tavernier, 24, was also arrested.  Officers raided the home in the 300 block of Nottingham St. just before 7 a.m. and seized an illegal firearm, 10 bags of heroin, 10 grams of cocaine, and 100 grams of marijuana, police said.  Springfield Police Superintendent Cheryl Clapprood plan…
Man Shot To Death Inside Springfield Apartment: Police Man Shot To Death Inside Springfield Apartment: Police
Man Shot To Death Inside Springfield Apartment: Police Springfield police said they found the body of a man inside an apartment early Monday morning, Nov. 27, killed from an apparent gunshot wound.  Officers were called to the apartments in the 0-100 block of Fort Pleasant Avenue, where they found the body just after 4:30 a.m., said Ryan Walsh, spokesperson for the Springfield Police Department. Homicide detectives are investigating the slaying. Officials have not released the man's name.   At approximately 4:40 a.m. Monday officers responded to an apartment building on the 0-100 block of Fort Pleasant Avenue for a report of a gunshot vict…
Man Dies Day After Being Shot In Western Mass; Police Seeking Tips Man Dies Day After Being Shot In Western Mass; Police Seeking Tips
Man Dies Day After Being Shot In Western Mass; Police Seeking Tips A man who was shot Monday afternoon, June 19, has died of his wounds, authorities said.  Police have not publicly identified the man yet until they notify the family.  The man was shot in the 600 block of State St, police said. Officers found him bleeding from a bullet wound after responding to a ShotSpotter alert just after 5 p.m.  Responders rushed him to an area hospital for treatment, where he later succumbed to his wounds.  Update: The gunshot victim from the 600 block of State St. succumbed to his injuries at Baystate on Monday. The SPD Homicide Unit under the direction of Cap…
Police Shot At While Investigating Homicide In Springfield Police Shot At While Investigating Homicide In Springfield
Police Shot At While Investigating Homicide In Springfield Police investigating two dead bodies found in an apartment in Springfield said they were shot at early Wednesday morning, June 7.  Detectives were in the 200 block of Union Street just before 2 a.m. when they heard gunshots coming from the intersection of School and High streets, said Ryan Walsh, Springfield police spokesperson.  RELATED: 2 Bodies Found In Springfield Apartment Officers could "hear and feel bullets whizzing by them" as they rushed toward the area, but whoever had fired was gone, Walsh said. Police noted a car and a building window had bullet holes in th…
Man Dies After Found Shot Inside Western Massachusetts Apartment: Police Man Dies After Found Shot Inside Western Massachusetts Apartment: Police
Man Dies After Found Shot Inside Western Massachusetts Apartment: Police One person has died following a late night shooting at an apartment building in Western Massachusetts this week, according to officials. Police responded to a gun call and report of shots fired to the 200 block of Union Street in Springfield around 10:35 p.m. on Monday, May 1, Public Information Officer Ryan Walsh reports. If you have any information on this incident call our Detective Bureau at 413-787-6355 or anonymously Text-A-Tip, text CRIMES (2-7-4-6-3-7) type SOLVE and your tip. (3/3) — Ryan Walsh (@PIO_SPD) May 2, 2023 Upon arrival, officers found a man suffering from gunshot w…
Man Found Shot Dead Inside Car Near Springfield College: Police Man Found Shot Dead Inside Car Near Springfield College: Police
Man Found Shot Dead Inside Car Near Springfield College: Police Authorities are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred near Springfield College this week. Springfield Police responded to a ShotSpotter Activation in the 100 block of Hancock Street around 9:20 p.m. on Thursday, April 14, Public Information Officer Ryan Walsh said on Twitter.  If you have any information on this incident, call our Detective Bureau at 413-787-6355 or anonymously Text-A-Tip. Text CRIMES (2-7-4-6-3-7) type SOLVE and your Tip. (3/3) — Ryan Walsh (@PIO_SPD) April 14, 2023 Responding officers found one man suffering from gunshot wounds inside a vehicle on Hancock Stre…
2 Women Killed In Early Morning Springfield Crash: Police 2 Women Killed In Early Morning Springfield Crash: Police
2 Women Killed In Early Morning Springfield Crash: Police Two women are dead following an early morning crash in Springfield, authorities said. The single-car crash happened on the 700 block of Bay Street around 1:45 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 18, according to Public Information Officer Ryan Walsh on Twitter. At approximately 1:45 a.m. officers responded to a single car crash on the 700 block of Bay St. The vehicle went off the road crashing into the woods. An adult female driver & adult female passenger succumbed to their injuries on scene. The SPD Traffic Unit is investigating. — Ryan Walsh (@PIO_SPD) February 18, 2023 One woman was the …
Person Dies In Early Morning 3-Car Crash In Springfield: Police Person Dies In Early Morning 3-Car Crash In Springfield: Police
Person Dies In Early Morning 3-Car Crash In Springfield: Police One person was killed in an early morning three-car crash in Western Massachusetts this weekend, authorities said. The crash happened at the intersection of Liberty and Calvin Streets in Springfield around 1:45 a.m. on Sunday, Feb. 5, according to Public Information Officer Ryan Walsh on Twitter. There were no passengers in any of the vehicles. The SPD Traffic Unit is investigating. (2/2) — Ryan Walsh (@PIO_SPD) February 5, 2023 One adult male was pronounced dead at the scene while two other drivers were taken to the hospital for treatment. There were no passengers in any of the veh…
Child, Woman Shot In Springfield, Police Searching For Answers Child, Woman Shot In Springfield, Police Searching For Answers
Child, Woman Shot In Springfield, Police Searching For Answers Springfield police are investigating a double shooting over the weekend.  The incident happened just before 1:30 a.m. Sunday, Jan. 29, when they received a ShotSpotter alert in the areas of Marlborough and Suffolk streets, a spokesperson tweeted. Police found the scene on Suffolk but no victims.  They turned up later at Baystate Medical Center at different times. An underaged girl who had serious injuries and a woman with non-life-threatening injuries were admitted to the hospital later that day, he said.  Police did not release any information on the identity of the victims.  At appr…
Woman Stabbed To Death In Springfield Parking Lot: Police Woman Stabbed To Death In Springfield Parking Lot: Police
Woman Stabbed To Death In Springfield Parking Lot: Police Springfield police are investigating the stabbing death of a woman over the weekend.  Police were called to Chestnut Street just before 2 a.m. on Sunday, Jan. 29, to a report a woman had been stabbed in a parking lot on Liberty Street, Springfield police spokesman Ryan Walsh tweeted.  Officers provided first aid until paramedics could rush her to Baystate Medical Center, but doctors were not able to save her life, Walsh wrote. He did not release the woman's name.  Springfield police are now searching for the killer.  At approximately 1:50 a.m. on Sunday Springfield Police Officers res…
Man Killed In Early Morning Springfield Shooting: Police Man Killed In Early Morning Springfield Shooting: Police
Man Killed In Early Morning Springfield Shooting: Police Authorities are investigating after a man was shot and killed in Springfield in the early morning hours of Monday, Jan. 23.  Police responded to reports of shots fired in the 200 block of Main Street in Indian Orchard just after 2 a.m., Public Information Officer for Springfield Police Ryan Walsh said on Twitter. The Springfield Police Homicide Unit under the direction of Captain Trent Duda is investigating in conjunction with the @HampdenDA . If you have any information on this case call our Detectives (413.787.6355) or anonymously Text-A-Tip, text CRIMES type SOLVE and your tip. (2/…
Multiple Springfield Shootings Monday Have Police Searching For Answers Multiple Springfield Shootings Monday Have Police Searching For Answers
Multiple Springfield Shootings Monday Have Police Searching For Answers Springfield police are investigating two shootings that happened Monday, Jan. 16.  The first was reported around 11 a.m. on Mattoon Street, tweeted Ryan Walsh, spokesman for the Springfield Police Department. Officers found a man bleeding from non-life-threatening injuries. Responders took him to Baystate Medical Center for treatment.  Around 11am Monday officers responded to an apt. on the 0-100 block of Mattoon St. for a report of a gunshot victim. Officers located the adult male victim. He was suffering from non-life-threatening injuries & transported to Baystate. The SPD Detec…
New Year's Eve Shooting In Springfield Garage Leaves One Man Dead: Police New Year's Eve Shooting In Springfield Garage Leaves One Man Dead: Police
New Year's Eve Shooting In Springfield Garage Leaves One Man Dead: Police Springfield police are investigating a shooting in a parking garage on New Year's Eve that left a man dead, authorities said.  Police were clearing the Bridge Street Parking garage around 2 a.m. when they heard gunshots ring out and saw two men fighting, Springfield Public Information Officer Ryan Walsh tweeted on Tuesday.  At approximately 2:00 a.m. Saturday December 31 Springfield Police Officers were clearing the Bridge St. parking garage as late-night establishments were closing. Officers then heard gunshots and observed two men fighting on Bridge St. (1/6) — Ryan Walsh (@PIO_SPD…
Head-On New Year's Eve Car Crash In Springfield Claims Man's Life: Police Head-On New Year's Eve Car Crash In Springfield Claims Man's Life: Police
Head-On New Year's Eve Car Crash In Springfield Claims Man's Life: Police One man has died following a head-on car crash in Springfield on New Year's Eve, authorities said. Police responded for a two-car crash in the 700 block of Armory Street around 7 p.m. on Saturday, Dec, 31, Springfield Police spokesperson Ryan Walsh said on Twitter. The man, who was going north, was taken to Baystate Medical Center where he later died, Walsh said.  Meanwhile a woman, who was a passenger in the car going south, was also taken to Baystate with serious injuries. The investigation is ongoing. 
Male Pedestrian Killed In Afternoon Springfield Car Crash: Police Male Pedestrian Killed In Afternoon Springfield Car Crash: Police
Male Pedestrian Killed In Afternoon Springfield Car Crash: Police A man has died following a pedestrian-involved crash in one Western Massachusetts city, authorities said. The crash happened in the area of Dwight and Congress streets in Springfield around 3:40 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 14, according to Springfield Police Spokesperson Ryan Walsh on Twitter. At approximately 3:40 p.m. officers responded to the area of Dwight & Congress St. for a crash involving a pedestrian. The adult male pedestrian was transported to Baystate & succumbed to his injuries. The driver remained on scene. The SPD Traffic Unit is investigating. — Ryan Walsh (@PIO…
Springfield Police Investigating Fatal Early Morning Stabbing; 1 Arrested Springfield Police Investigating Fatal Early Morning Stabbing; 1 Arrested
Springfield Police Investigating Fatal Early Morning Stabbing; 1 Arrested Authorities said that detectives are investigating the fatal stabbing of a man at an apartment in Springfield early Monday morning.  Springfield police responded to the home just after 5 a.m. on Monday and found the man bleeding out, said Ryan Walsh, the department's spokesperson. Investigators rushed him to Baystate Medical Center, but he did not survive.  Investigators have not released the man's name, but they arrested the person they say is responsible.  Madonya Jones Rodriguez, 21, was arrested just after 5:30 Monday morning in connection with the killing. Police have not announced w…
Man Killed In Overnight Shooting In Western Mass: Police Man Killed In Overnight Shooting In Western Mass: Police
Man Killed In Overnight Shooting In Western Mass: Police A man has died in an overnight shooting in one Western Massachusetts city, authorities said. Police responded for of ShotSpotter alert in the the 0-100 block of Walden Street in Springfield around 1:35 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 8, Ryan Walsh, public information officer for Springfield Police, said on Twitter.  Upon arrival, officers found the man suffering from gunshot wounds. He was taken to a local hospital where he later died, Walsh continued.  The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to contact Springfield Police at 413.787.6355. 
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. …
Officers Save Baby Choking, Gasping For Air In Western Mass Officers Save Baby Choking, Gasping For Air In Western Mass
Officers Save Baby Choking, Gasping For Air In Western Mass Two police officers in Western Massachusetts are being hailed as heroes after saving a baby who was choking. The incident took place in Springfield on Monday, May 9. Springfield Police officers Christopher Charles and Luis Rodriguez were working a construction detail at the intersection of Bradley and Wilbraham Roads when a vehicle approached the work zone, said Ryan Walsh, spokesman for the Springfield Police. A woman got out of the vehicle and began screaming that her baby wasn’t breathing. The officers immediately ran to the vehicle and found the 3-month-old baby girl to be pale, chokin…
CT Man Nabbed In Connection To Fatal Shooting Of 21-Year-Old CT Man Nabbed In Connection To Fatal Shooting Of 21-Year-Old
CT Man Nabbed In Connection To Fatal Shooting Of 21-Year-Old A Connecticut man has been arrested for the shooting death of a 21-year-old Western Mass man. The murder took place in Hampden County in Springfield on Worthington Street around 10 p.m. on Friday, April 15. Hartford resident Andre Wise, age 21, was arrested on Wednesday, May 4, for the shooting of Karmari Alexander, of Springfield, said Ryan Walsh, spokesman for the Springfield Police Department. Following the homicide, Wise was identified as a suspect and a warrant was granted for his arrest, Walsh said. On Wednesday, around 3:30 p.m. Wise was nabbed near the intersection of Hall and Dic…
Quick-Thinking Officers Save Western Mass Man From Hanging Himself, Police Say Quick-Thinking Officers Save Western Mass Man From Hanging Himself, Police Say
Quick-Thinking Officers Save Western Mass Man From Hanging Himself, Police Say A Western Mass man who was attempting to hang himself from a tree was saved by quick-thinking police officers. The incident took place in Hampden County in Springfield around 11:!5 a.m., Monday, April 25. Springfield Police Officers responded to the 800 block of Boston Road for a report of a suicidal man, said Ryan Walsh, spokesman for the Springfield Police. When officers arrived a man was in a tree with a belt around his neck. Officers attempted to talk him down but when the man saw additional emergency vehicles he let go of a branch and was actively attempting to hang himself, Walsh sa…
Duo Nabbed For Attempted Armed Robbery At TD Bank In Western Mass Duo Nabbed For Attempted Armed Robbery At TD Bank In Western Mass
Duo Nabbed For Attempted Armed Robbery At TD Bank In Western Mass Two Western Mass men have been arrested for allegedly robbing a TD bank in the region. The robbery took place in Springfield around 9:15 a.m., Saturday, April 9 at the bank located on the 500 block of Sumner Avenue.   A teller told officers one of the suspects handed over a note demanding money and implying that he had a gun, said Ryan Walsh, spokesman for the Springfield Police. The suspect, later identified as Edward Rosso, age 22, of Springfield, got away with an undisclosed amount of cash, Walsh said. Crime Analysts in the Springfield Police Department’s Real-Time Analysis C…
Springfield City Hall Evacuated After Suspicious Container Found Springfield City Hall Evacuated After Suspicious Container Found
Springfield City Hall Evacuated After Suspicious Container Found A Western Massachusetts city hall has been evacuated after a suspicious contained was found near its entrance. The container was found around 10:15 a.m., Monday, Feb. 14, near the entrance to the Springfield City Hall. According to Ryan Walsh, spokesman for the Springfield Police the building was evacuated as a precaution.   The Arson and Bomb Squad is investigating. This is a developing story. Check back to Daily Voice for updates. 
Suspect Shot, Cop Hospitalized In Officer-Involved Shooting Incident In Springfield Suspect Shot, Cop Hospitalized In Officer-Involved Shooting Incident In Springfield
Suspect Shot, Cop Hospitalized In Officer-Involved Shooting Incident In Springfield Police in Western Massachusetts are investigating following an officer-involved shooting that left one shot and a police officer injured. The incident took place in Hampden County just after midnight on Thursday, Jan. 27, when a Springfield officer assigned to the Gaming Enforcement Unit was responding to investigate an incident when he located a suspect on Court Square Avenue, said Ryan Walsh, spokesman for the Springfield Police Department. The suspect, an adult male, assaulted the officer with a dangerous weapon and fled on foot before entering a parking garage on the 0-100 block of…
16-Year-Old Suspect Nabbed After Shots Fired In Springfield 16-Year-Old Suspect Nabbed After Shots Fired In Springfield
16-Year-Old Suspect Nabbed After Shots Fired In Springfield A 16-year-old teen was arrested in Western Mass after he allegedly pulled out a handgun and fired two shots. The incident took place on Thursday, Jan. 20, near Meredith Street in Springfield. Officers of the Springfield Police Firearms Investigation Unit were conducting surveillance on Eldridge Street when several individuals walked out of a home, including the person officers were investigating, according to Springfield Police spokesperson Ryan Walsh. The group walked down the street towards Meredith Street when the teen pulled out a handgun and fired two shots, Walsh said. No one was hi…
Duo Nabbed After Shooting In Region Duo Nabbed After Shooting In Region
Duo Nabbed After Shooting In Region Two men were arrested following an alleged assault and shooting in Western Massachusetts. Hampden County residents Mario Santiago, age 31, of Chicopee, and Josiah Finlay, age 27, of Springfield, were arrested around 1:45 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 12, after police responded to a report of shots fired in Springfield. According to Ryan Walsh, spokesman for the Springfield Police, when officers arrived in the 400 block of Albany Street, they located two victims.  One victim was punched. The second victim told officers that three men reportedly pointed firearms at him, Walsh said. An inves…
Fatal Gunshot Victim Found In Driver's Seat Of Car After Crash In Region Fatal Gunshot Victim Found In Driver's Seat Of Car After Crash In Region
Fatal Gunshot Victim Found In Driver's Seat Of Car After Crash In Region Police in Western Massachusetts are reporting a man was found dead inside a crashed car from gunshot wounds. The incident took place in Hampden County around 8:55 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 23, on Cuff Avenue, in Springfield, said Ryan Walsh, Public Information Officer for the Springfield Police. Walsh said officers found the victim while investigating a car that crashed into a parked car. The victim was transported to Baystate Hospital where he was pronounced dead, Walsh said, An investigation is underway, 
One Killed In Two-Vehicle Crash In Region One Killed In Two-Vehicle Crash In Region
One Killed In Two-Vehicle Crash In Region A driver in Western Massachusetts has died of his injuries after a two-car crash. The crash took place around 4:20 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 4, on Verge Street in Springfield. According to Springfield Police Spokesman Ryan Walsh, officers were called to the scene of a two-car crash on the 100 block of Verge Street. When officers arrived on the scene, they found a severely injured man who died before he could be taken to a hospital. During a press conference on Friday, Nov. 5, Springfield Police Commissioner Cheryl Clapprood said a driver crossed the center line and hit a van head-on during the…
Body Recovered From River In Region Body Recovered From River In Region
Body Recovered From River In Region A man's body has been recovered from a river in Western Massachusetts.  According to Ryan Walsh, spokesman for the Springfield Police Department, the body was found around 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, Oct. 19, when officers were called to the 500 block of Hancock Street for a report of a body in the Mill River. Members of the Springfield Fire department recovered the body. Walsh said there were no indications of suspicious activity, and the incident is being investigated by the Detective Bureau.  This is a developing story. Check back to Daily Voice for updates. 
Man Killed In Two-Vehicle Crash In Region Man Killed In Two-Vehicle Crash In Region
Man Killed In Two-Vehicle Crash In Region A man has died after a crash involving another car in Western Mass. At around 2:50 p.m., Tuesday, Sept. 14, officers were called to the 900 block of Boston Road for the crash involving a car and motorcycle, according to Springfield Police spokesman Ryan Walsh. The man driving the motorcycle was taken to Baystate Health where he died from his injuries, Walsh said. Walsh said a preliminary investigation indicates the motorcycle rider was driving at a high rate of speed. The driver of the car remained at the scene. 
Western Mass Woman Dies Hours After Being Shot, Police Say Western Mass Woman Dies Hours After Being Shot, Police Say
Western Mass Woman Dies Hours After Being Shot, Police Say A woman has died hours after being found shot on street in the region. The unidentified Massachusetts woman was found shot in Hampden County around 2:50 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 11 on Vermont Street in Springfield. According to the Springfield Police Department spokesperson Ryan Walsh, the woman was found after officers responded to the area following a ShotSpotter activation.  The woman was taken to Baystate Health where she died from her injuries at  10:50 p.m., Walsh said.  The investigation is continuing.  If you have any information, anonymously text a tip to CRIMES…