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Cohasset, MA

Man Accused Of Killing Wife Ana Walshe, Gets 3 Years For Art Fraud: Feds Man Accused Of Killing Wife Ana Walshe, Gets 3 Years For Art Fraud: Feds
Man Accused Of Killing Wife Ana Walshe, Gets 3 Years For Art Fraud: Feds A Lynn, Massachusetts, man who will soon stand trial for allegedly murdering his wife found himself in another courtroom Tuesday when he was sentenced to more than three years in prison for an elaborate art fraud scheme, authorities said.  Brian Walshe, 49, was given 37 months behind bars after he pleaded guilty to selling fake Andy Warhol paintings on eBay labeled as authentic, the US Attorney for Massachusetts said.  The fraud began in 2011 when a friend gave Walshe three Andy Warhol paintings to sell on his behalf. Walshe kept the paintings and the profits, prosecutors said.&nb…
Mass Officer Narrowly Avoids Falling Tree That Crushes His Cruiser Mass Officer Narrowly Avoids Falling Tree That Crushes His Cruiser
Mass Officer Narrowly Avoids Falling Tree That Crushes His Cruiser An officer on patrol Saturday, Sept. 16, in Norfolk County said he just barely escaped a large tree that fell and crushed his police cruiser, authorities said.  The officer was outside his patrol car responding to a call of low-hanging wires near the intersection of South Main Street and River Road in Cohasset when he heard a loud snap nearby and watched as a giant tree fell toward him.  The officer, who was not named, sprinted away from the tree's path and narrowly avoided being hit. The passenger side of his patrol cruiser was not as fortunate.  The tree crushed the cruise…
Equipment Fell On Boy, 2, Killing Him In Cohasset, Initial Investigation Suggests Equipment Fell On Boy, 2, Killing Him In Cohasset, Initial Investigation Suggests
Equipment Fell On Boy, 2, Killing Him In Cohasset, Initial Investigation Suggests The tragic death of a 2-year-old boy in Norfolk County has led to an investigation by the District Attorney's office as well as emotional turmoil for the people involved, officials and reports say. A 2-year-old died at a Cohasset auto body shop on Thursday, Aug. 31, according to David Traub, the communications director for the Norfolk District Attorney's Office. An initial investigation suggests a machinery part fell on the child in the area where mechanics were working on a piece of heavy equipment. The person operating the equipment carried the child to a nearby police station, and t…
Cohasset Pair, Child Nabbed For Vandalism In Hull Cohasset Pair, Child Nabbed For Vandalism In Hull
Cohasset Pair, Child Nabbed For Vandalism In Hull Three people were arrested for trespassing and spray painting a park in Norfolk County, officials say.  Matthew Ferreira, age 18, and Kylie Ferreira, age 20, both of Cohasset, were arrested along with a 17-year-old girl for allegedly trespassing and spray painting forts at Fort Revere Park in Hull, according to the Hull Police Department.  A patrolling officer at Fort Revere Park noticed an empty 2013 Volvo in the parking lot and used the police cruiser loudspeaker to instruct anyone in the park to return to their vehicles — at which point Matthew, Kylie, and the teen left th…
Car Flips Onto Side After Running Red Light On Route 3A In Cohasset: Police Car Flips Onto Side After Running Red Light On Route 3A In Cohasset: Police
Car Flips Onto Side After Running Red Light On Route 3A In Cohasset: Police First responders had to rescue a 73-year-old man from his car after he ran a red light and the vehicle ended up on its side this week in Cohasset, authorities said.  Cohasset Police and Fire responded to the crash at the intersection of Route 3A and Beechwood Street around 1:20 p.m. on Wednesday, May 10, Cohasset Police report.  Upon arrival, crews found a 2021 Subaru resting on its side with the man trapped inside. The driver was eventually freed from the vehicle but refused medical treatment, police said.  First responders work to free a 73-year-old driver from a Subaru that flipped …
MBTA Train Nearly Hits Cohasset Woman Lying On Tracks: Police MBTA Train Nearly Hits Cohasset Woman Lying On Tracks: Police
MBTA Train Nearly Hits Cohasset Woman Lying On Tracks: Police An MBTA train engineer had to think fast when he came around a bend and saw a woman lying across the tracks only hundreds of feet away, officials say.  The Greenbush line train was heading from Scituate to Boston at 30 mph when the engineer saw the woman on the tracks between the Pleasant Street and Street crossings at around 10:55 a.m. on Tuesday, April 11, according to the Cohasset Police Department.  The engineer put the train, which was carrying about 10 passengers, into "emergency" and avoided hitting the woman. Cohasset police and firefighters were dispatched to the scene of the …
Husband, Business Owner ID'd As Body Of Man Found In Cohasset Over Weekend Husband, Business Owner ID'd As Body Of Man Found In Cohasset Over Weekend
Husband, Business Owner ID'd As Body Of Man Found In Cohasset Over Weekend State police identified the man whose body was found by a neighbor on Saturday morning, April 8, in Cohasset, authorities said Barret Rappold, age 40, was found outside his James Lane home near the intersection with Cushing Road around 6:15 a.m., Massachusetts State Police said on Monday.  Related: Dog Walker Stumbles Upon Body In Cohasset Rappold was listed as the owner of Rappold Construction and was a contractor with more than 15 years in the business, he said on the company's website.  A person who listed Rappold as his boss called him a "wonderful human being" in …
Dog Walker Finds Man's Dead Body In Cohasset: Police Dog Walker Finds Man's Dead Body In Cohasset: Police
Dog Walker Finds Man's Dead Body In Cohasset: Police A dog walker stumbled upon the body of a 40-year-old man early Saturday morning, April 8, in Cohasset, authorities said.  The walker called 911 around 6:15 a.m. when they found the corpse lying on the side of the street near James Lane and Cushing Road, Cohasett police said in a Facebook post. Officers identified the body as a 40-year-old Cohasset man, though they have not released his name.  Police said there were no signs of foul play, and they do not believe there is an active threat to the community. The Medical Examiner's Officer will perform an autopsy to lea…
Cohasset Tree Worker Knocked Out By Limb Chopped Down By Co-Worker: Police Cohasset Tree Worker Knocked Out By Limb Chopped Down By Co-Worker: Police
Cohasset Tree Worker Knocked Out By Limb Chopped Down By Co-Worker: Police A 27-year-old tree worker was hospitalized after he was knocked out by a fallen limb cut by his colleague, authorities said.   Cohasset Police and Fire responded to a reported industrial accident at the intersection of Beechwood Street and Wheelwright Farm Drive around 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 25, Cohasset Police said on Facebook.  Cohasset Police and Fire responded to a reported industrial accident today at about 10am. A 9-1-1 caller reported that... Posted by Cohasset Police Department, Cohasset MA on Wednesday, January 25, 2023 Upon arrival, first responders found the worker rega…
Friends, Family Of Ana Walshe Face Grim Reality As Husband Faces Murder Charges Friends, Family Of Ana Walshe Face Grim Reality As Husband Faces Murder Charges
Friends, Family Of Ana Walshe Face Grim Reality As Husband Faces Murder Charges Ana Walshe disappeared early on New Year's Day, and while her family and friends have held out hope, as the weeks have passed and evidence mounts against her husband, they are forced to face a grim truth. They will likely never see her again.  Norfolk County prosecutors charged Brian Walshe, 47, with Ana Walshe's murder and explained during his arraignment on Wednesday that he likely killed and dismembered her body. Police have found blood in their Cohasset basement, a bloody hatchet, blood on several trash bags, and her Covid-19 vaccination card, authorities have said.  They also found Br…
Fundraisers For Ana Walshe Scam Donors During Vigil Preparations Fundraisers For Ana Walshe Scam Donors During Vigil Preparations
Fundraisers For Ana Walshe Scam Donors During Vigil Preparations Ana Walshe's tragic disappearance, and the suspicious circumstances around it, have created a flood of sympathy for her children and loved ones - but scammers are taking advantage of the people looking to help her family, according to official.  The Cohasset police warned that fundraisers for Walshe's children could be scams, in a post made on Thursday, Jan. 12 on their Facebook page. "We would be hesitant to donate to any fundraising campaigns at this time," the post read.  Do not support any fundraising campaigns attempting to support the children of Ana Walshe unless it's verified b…
Body Disposal Tips Found In Ana Walshe's Husband's Search History Body Disposal Tips Found In Ana Walshe's Husband's Search History
Body Disposal Tips Found In Ana Walshe's Husband's Search History While police searched a dumpster for evidence in the Ana Walshe case, her husband's shocking search history came to light, according to Boston 25.  An overnight search on Monday, Jan. 9 led to the discovery of multiple items that police will process and test to see if the items are of value as evidence to the missing woman's case, according to the Norfolk District Attorney. Items found include trash bags with blood, a hatchet, hacksaw, rug, and used cleaning supplies, according to @WFLAJosh on Twitter. JUST IN. According to @wbz sources, investigators searching Peabody transfer station …
Blood, Knife Found In Basement Of Missing Cohasset Woman's Home: Prosecutor Blood, Knife Found In Basement Of Missing Cohasset Woman's Home: Prosecutor
Blood, Knife Found In Basement Of Missing Cohasset Woman's Home: Prosecutor New details have emerged about the disappearance of a 39-year-old woman from Cohasset and her husband's alleged interference with authorities and their investigation.  Brian Walshe, age 47, pleaded not guilty in Quincy District Court on Monday, Jan. 9 after he was arrested for misleading investigators in their search of his wife Ana Walshe on Sunday.  During Brian's hearing, prosecutors said that blood was found in one section of the Walshe's Cohasset home, from which Ana was reportedly last seen leaving on January 1. A bloody knife was also recovered from the basement, prosecutors said.  …
Husband Of Missing Cohasset Woman Arrested For Misleading Investigators: DA Husband Of Missing Cohasset Woman Arrested For Misleading Investigators: DA
Husband Of Missing Cohasset Woman Arrested For Misleading Investigators: DA The husband of woman from Cohasset who has been missing since the first day of the year was arrested for altering the course of the investigation, officials said. Brian Walshe, age 46, was arrested and charged with misleading a police investigation on Sunday, Jan. 8, the Norfolk County District Attorney's Office reports.  This comes just a day after Cohasset Police along with Massachusetts State Police suspended their search for Ana Walshe. However given Brian's arrest, investigators have since re-launched the investigation 7News reports.  The search continues for missing person Ana W…
Fire Breaks Out At Former Home Of Missing Cohasset Mother, Real Estate Manager Fire Breaks Out At Former Home Of Missing Cohasset Mother, Real Estate Manager
Fire Breaks Out At Former Home Of Missing Cohasset Mother, Real Estate Manager The former home of a missing mother of three young children caught fire two days before her disappearance, according to officials.  Ana Walshe, age 39, has been missing since around 4 or 5:00 a.m. on Sunday, Jan. 1, as reported by Daily Voice.  Police were alerted of her absence by simultaneous calls from her DC employer and her husband on Wednesday, Jan. 4, according to a Cohasset Police Department press conference. Cohasset Police Department The family's former home on Jerusalem Street caught fire after 2 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 30, Cohasset Fire report. The fire started in the attic a…
MISSING: Cohasset Real Estate Manager Last Seen On New Year's Day MISSING: Cohasset Real Estate Manager Last Seen On New Year's Day
Missing: Cohasset Real Estate Manager Last Seen On New Year's Day A woman has been missing since the ball dropped on New Year's Day, according to officials.  Police are attempting to locate the woman, 39-year-old Ana Walshe, and are asking the public for assistance, the Cohasset Police Department announced. Walshe was last seen at her family's Cohasset home shortly after midnight.  Police expanded the hunt on Friday, Jan. 6, searching the area of Chief Justice Cushing Highway, according to Massachusetts State Police. In Cohasset search resumes for missing mom Ana Walshe in wooded area near her home. Last seen early New Years Day. @boston25 pic.twitt…
High School Hoopster Punched Referee In Face During Game Against Cohasset: Police High School Hoopster Punched Referee In Face During Game Against Cohasset: Police
High School Hoopster Punched Referee In Face During Game Against Cohasset: Police Police say a 17-year-old Boston basketball player punched a referee in the face during a game at Cohasset High School Wednesday night, Dec. 28.  Cohasset High was facing off against South Boston's Excel High School when one of the Excel players attacked the ref around 6:45 p.m., Cohasset Police Chief William Quigley said in a news release. He did not say what sparked the alleged assault.  School officials immediately canceled the game and cleared the gym. The referee did not require medical attention, Quigley said.  The player's name was not released. No Cohasset players were involved, of…
Cohasset Man Busts Into Police Station With Chainsaw, Endangers Children: Police Cohasset Man Busts Into Police Station With Chainsaw, Endangers Children: Police
Cohasset Man Busts Into Police Station With Chainsaw, Endangers Children: Police A Cohasset man is facing multiple charges for prompting a SWAT response after he broke into the town's police station with a chainsaw and endangered several children, authorities said.  Police got a call from the civilian desk attendant that someone had driven over the police station lawn, hit a tree and then entered the lobby with a chainsaw around 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 18, Cohasset Police report.  The man, later identified as 35-year-old Brien Buckley, started damaging the lobby and chopping at the security door to break entry into a restricted area, police said.  Posted by Cohas…
Dog Killed In Cohasset Hit-And-Run; Police Searching For Suspected Vehicle Dog Killed In Cohasset Hit-And-Run; Police Searching For Suspected Vehicle
Dog Killed In Cohasset Hit-And-Run; Police Searching For Suspected Vehicle Cohasset Police are asking for the public's help in finding a car involved in a hit-and-run crash that killed a dog. Police responded to the incident at the intersection of Pond Street and Clay Spring Road around 7:55 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 21, the department said on Twitter. The dog suffered died at the scene. The department has since released surveillance footage of the suspected vehicle, believed to be a 2011 to 2022 White Jeep Grand Cherokee with chrome trim. Police said the car should have damage to its right front end. Anyone with information is asked to contact Cohasset/Norwell N…
Scituate Woman Slapped With Fourth OUI Charge After Cohasset Crash: Police Scituate Woman Slapped With Fourth OUI Charge After Cohasset Crash: Police
Scituate Woman Slapped With Fourth OUI Charge After Cohasset Crash: Police A Scituate woman has been charged with her fourth OUI after crashing into another car this past weekend, authorities said. Linda Burlingame, age 62, was charged after she was arrested for the crash that happened near Border Street Bridge in Cohasset around 12:30 a.m. on Sunday, Oct. 23, Police Chief William Quigley reports.  Responding officers found an empty Audi SUV with rear-end damage and Burlingame trying to drive away in her Honda sedan, which had heavy front-end damage. Officers approached Burlingame and told her to stop the car, at which she refused. It was later determined th…
Hunter Found Dead In Cohasset Woods Was Beloved Father, Northeastern Employee Hunter Found Dead In Cohasset Woods Was Beloved Father, Northeastern Employee
Hunter Found Dead In Cohasset Woods Was Beloved Father, Northeastern Employee A Quincy man who was found dead while camping with his family in Cohasset earlier this month was a beloved father, outdoor enthusiast and loyal employee. Joseph Whooley, age 56, was found dead after a 12-hour search around Lily Pond in Cohasset on Sunday, Oct. 9, as previously reported by Daily Voice. He was hunting "as he has for many years for the afternoon," his wife Maureen told Daily Voice.  "We extend our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased and thank our mutual aid partners for their assistance with the search," Cohasset Police Chief William Quigley said.  Authorities …
Body Of Missing Cohasset Hunter Found After 12-Hour Search: Police Body Of Missing Cohasset Hunter Found After 12-Hour Search: Police
Body Of Missing Cohasset Hunter Found After 12-Hour Search: Police The body of a Quincy man who was reported missing during a family camping trip over the weekend was found dead after a 12-hour search, authorities said. Joseph Whooley, age 56, was last seen around Lily Pond in Cohasset on the evening of Saturday, Oct. 8, Cohasset Police said on Facebook. Police said.  His body was found near the same pond just before 11 a.m. on Sunday, Cohasset Police Chief William Quigley said.  UPDATE 2:00PM Please see the below statement from Cohasset Police Chief William Quigley. "Cohasset Police, with the... Posted by Cohasset Police Department, Cohasset MA on…
Dual Coyote Attacks Spark Safety Concerns Among Cohasset Community Dual Coyote Attacks Spark Safety Concerns Among Cohasset Community
Dual Coyote Attacks Spark Safety Concerns Among Cohasset Community The Cohasset Police Department is sharing public safety tips after a resident and several pets were attacked by coyotes last week. The first incident involved two dogs that were attacked by seven coyotes in the early morning hours of Saturday, Aug. 27, police said.  The dogs were off-leash when they were approached and attacked by the coyotes, police said. One dog had to be euthanized because of the severity of their injuries. That same morning, police learned about a man and his two dogs who were also attacked by a coyote on a trail in the Whitney Thayer Woods near Brass Kettle Brook…