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Cause Of Death Released For Popular Actor, 50, Who Attended Prep School In New England Cause Of Death Released For Popular Actor, 50, Who Attended Prep School In New England
Cause Of Death Released For Popular Actor, 50, Who Attended Prep School In New England The cause of death has been released for a popular actor who was born and grew up in the region. The death of Alec Musser, age 50, was announced last weekend on Instagram by his fiancée Paige Press, who lived with Musser in Del Mar, California, north of San Diego. According to the San Diego County Medical Examiner's Officer, Musser died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound. "His fiancée last knew him to be alive on the evening of Friday, Jan. 12 when she had gone to bed," the medical examiner said. "On the morning of Saturday, Jan. 13, she awoke and went to find the decedent seated …
Attempted Murder-Suicide: 1 Wounded, 1 Dead In Lawrence Shootings, DA Says Attempted Murder-Suicide: 1 Wounded, 1 Dead In Lawrence Shootings, DA Says
Attempted Murder-Suicide: 1 Wounded, 1 Dead In Lawrence Shootings, DA Says Lawrence police are investigating two shootings that happened Thursday night, July 20, that left one person seriously wounded and another dead from what is believed to be a self-inflicted gunshot wound, authorities said.  The first shooting took place around 6:45 p.m. at 324 Prospect Street, The Essex County District Attorney said. Paramedics rushed the victim to Lawrence General before they were airlifted to Boston for more treatment.  Minutes later and less than a mile away at 103 Summer Street, the person police believe is responsible for the first attack killed thems…
Missing Holbrook Man Found Dead In Abandoned Building Missing Holbrook Man Found Dead In Abandoned Building
Missing Holbrook Man Found Dead In Abandoned Building The Norfolk County man was missing for two days before he was found dead near his home.  Note: An earlier version of this story included an incorrect name. Steven O’Connell, age 49, of Holbrook, was last seen on Monday, July 10 before police found his body in an abandoned building near his house on Thursday, July 13, according to the Holbrook Police Department.  A woman who said she was the man's daughter said that he took his own life.  "Unfortunately he took his own life, the police found him earlier this afternoon," wrote Ashley O'Connell, who said she was Steven's daugh…
Man Dies After Running In Front Of Tractor-Trailer On Mass Pike In Framingham Man Dies After Running In Front Of Tractor-Trailer On Mass Pike In Framingham
Man Dies After Running In Front Of Tractor-Trailer On Mass Pike In Framingham One person has died after they were struck by a truck on a major highway in the MetroWest region of the state this week, authorities confirm to Daily Voice. Massachusetts State Police responded to a report of a pedestrian who was struck by a tractor-trailer on the Mass Pike in Framingham around 10:50 a.m. on Tuesday, June 6.  Upon arrival, Troopers located a 2013 Freightliner tractor-trailer driven by a 65-year-old man from Connecticut that struck the pedestrian. The driver pulled over and called 911 after striking the pedestrian, according to State Police.  Units on scene, Mass Pike e…
'Unimaginable' Death Of Mass Mother Sheds Light On Postpartum Depression 'Unimaginable' Death Of Mass Mother Sheds Light On Postpartum Depression
'Unimaginable' Death Of Mass Mother Sheds Light On Postpartum Depression WARNING: This article contains information related to suicide.  A family from Southeast Massachusetts is opening up the conversation surrounding mental health after a 36-year-old mother tragically took her own life following the birth of her twins.  Ariana Sutton, of Norton, was "a vibrant and devoted mother" who was "eagerly awaiting the arrival of her twins," a GoFundMe campaign reads. However, the twins' early arrival brought unexpected challenges that sadly pushed Sutton's mental health to the ultimate breaking point.  "Despite her relentless efforts to seek help, the burden of postpa…
'Worst Possible Outcome': Loved Ones Lament Over Death Of Lisa Hazard's Son 'Worst Possible Outcome': Loved Ones Lament Over Death Of Lisa Hazard's Son
'Worst Possible Outcome': Loved Ones Lament Over Death Of Lisa Hazard's Son Devastation and questions have spread across a community in Southeast Massachusetts after a father allegedly killed the young son of a Fall River woman who has been missing for years. George C. Scott III and his son were found dead after New Bedford Police responded for a well-being check at 1643 Philips Road on Friday morning, June 2, as previously reported by Daily Voice.  While officials did not release the boy's name, he was identified by the public as Dante Hazard – the son of Lisa Hazard who was reported missing in March 2019 when she was 29 years old. Missing since March 5, 201…
Services Soar After Man Jumps To Death Off Boston University Campus Building Services Soar After Man Jumps To Death Off Boston University Campus Building
Services Soar After Man Jumps To Death Off Boston University Campus Building A university in Boston is offering extra support to students after a man allegedly committed suicide by jumping from one of the buildings on campus this week.  The man leapt from the 26th floor study lounge at Boston University's Student Village II residence hall, located at 33 Harry Agganis Way, on Wednesday night, Feb. 13, BU Today reports.  The 33-year-old from Cambridge, who was not fully identified, is not affiliated with the school, a university spokesperson confirmed to Daily Voice. BU ALERT: There is police activity at 33 Harry Agganis Way due to an ongoing investigation. The a…
Woman Saved After Icy Plunge Off Boston Bridge: Police Woman Saved After Icy Plunge Off Boston Bridge: Police
Woman Saved After Icy Plunge Off Boston Bridge: Police A woman who jumped off a bridge with the intent to end her life was brought to safety by firefighters and state police marine units, officials say.  Police and fire departments were notified that a woman was in the ocean near North Washington Street Bridge on Tuesday, Feb. 7 around 9:45 p.m., according to Massachusetts State Police. Fire department swimmers jumped to action, finding the woman and bringing her aboard a state police boat.  The woman was safely recovered with no injuries other than being severely cold. She was given a floatation jacket to help warm her up.  EMS…
Woman, 56, Dies In Officer-Involved Shooting In South Massachusetts: Police Woman, 56, Dies In Officer-Involved Shooting In South Massachusetts: Police
Woman, 56, Dies In Officer-Involved Shooting In South Massachusetts: Police Authorities are investigating after a 56-year-old woman was killed in an officer-involved shooting in Southern Massachusetts this weekend. Officers responded for a well-being check at 32 Spooner Street in Easton after a man from Ashland called police saying his mother allegedly injected herself with a dangerous amount of insulin in an attempt to commit suicide, NBC10 Boston reports. This happened around 11:30 a.m. on Sunday, Feb. 5, according to Easton Police Chief Keith Boone.  Upon arrival, officers encountered a 56-year-old woman, later identified as Marianne Griffith…
More Than $1 Million Donated On Behalf Of Lindsay Clancy's Husband Patrick More Than $1 Million Donated On Behalf Of Lindsay Clancy's Husband Patrick
More Than $1 Million Donated On Behalf Of Lindsay Clancy's Husband Patrick As more than $1 million dollars have been donated to a man whose wife is accused of murdering their three children, conversations about mental health are also on the rise.  The GoFundMe for Patrick Clancy, husband of Lindsay Clancy, has raised $1,009,380 from more than 15,000 donations as of Friday morning, Feb. 3. The campaign was launched last week.  "This GoFundMe is intended to help Pat pay for medical bills, funeral services, and legal help," the campaign reads. "This assistance is especially needed because Pat will be unable to work for the foreseeable future as he weathers this pain…
Third Child Allegedly Strangled By Duxbury Mother Dies: Report Third Child Allegedly Strangled By Duxbury Mother Dies: Report
Third Child Allegedly Strangled By Duxbury Mother Dies: Report An 8-month old baby that was hospitalized after he and his two siblings were found unconscious in their South Shore home this week has died, reports said. Callan Clancy passed away just after 11 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 27, WPRI reports citing Plymouth County District Attorney Tim Cruz. The baby boy was discovered along with his older siblings Cora and Dawson Clancy "with obvious signs of trauma" at a home at 47 Summer Street in Duxbury on Tuesday, authorities said. Cora, age 5, and Dawson, age 3, were taken to a local hospital where they were pronounced dead later that night.  Just foun…
New Details Emerge After Investment Banker Who Graduated From Harvard Jumps To Death New Details Emerge After Investment Banker Who Graduated From Harvard Jumps To Death
New Details Emerge After Investment Banker Who Graduated From Harvard Jumps To Death A Connecticut father of three who jumped to his death from a rooftop bar in New York City had filed for divorce the day before his deadly leap. Fairfield County resident Dale L. Cheney, of New Canaan, jumped from Bar 54 at the Hyatt Centric Times Square New York at 135 West 45th St. in Manhattan on Wednesday, Jan. 25 around 6:30 p.m. New York City Police officials said officers found the 46-year-old founder of a private investment fund unconscious and unresponsive.  EMS responded and pronounced Cheney dead at the scene, NYPD said. "Preliminarily, the deceased does not …
'Unimaginable': 2 Children Found Dead At Duxbury Home, Officials Say 'Unimaginable': 2 Children Found Dead At Duxbury Home, Officials Say
'Unimaginable': 2 Children Found Dead At Duxbury Home, Officials Say A double death investigation is underway at a home on the South Shore, officials said. A husband living at 47 Summer Street in Duxbury called police reporting that his wife attempted suicide by jumping out of a window around 6:11 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 24.  Responding officers located the woman before she was taken to the hospital where she currently remains, Plymouth County District Attorney Tim Cruz said during a press conference. It was later revealed that the woman is an employee at Massachusetts General Hospital. Massachusetts General Hospital confirms woman involved in Duxbury tra…
Police: Body Found In Beverly, Death Either Suicide Or Overdose (Update) Police: Body Found In Beverly, Death Either Suicide Or Overdose (Update)
Police: Body Found In Beverly, Death Either Suicide Or Overdose (Update) A body found in Beverly is the result of either suicide of an overdose, the Beverly Police Department confirmed to Daily Voice.  Police were called by a neighbor between 9 and 9:30 a.m. about a dead body, Public Information and Education Officer Michael Boccuzzi said. Beverly police and firefighters are currently on the scene awaiting the arrival of medical examiners and Massachusetts State Police.  Beverly PD investigating a found body, unknown cause. #boston pic.twitter.com/Qc2znV54M2 — Stanley Forman (@sjforman138) December 28, 2022 The body's identity is not available because of th…
IDs Released For Man, Woman Found Dead At Wollaston Station In Quincy: DA IDs Released For Man, Woman Found Dead At Wollaston Station In Quincy: DA
IDs Released For Man, Woman Found Dead At Wollaston Station In Quincy: DA Authorities have identified the two people found dead at Wollaston Station in Quincy as Klyer Granada, age 20, of South Boston and Tanairy Rodriguez, age 20, of Lowell, according to the Norfolk County District Attorney's office.  A train operator reported seeing the pair on the northbound side of the tracks just north of Wollaston around 6 a.m. on Monday, Sept. 26, the an MBTA Transit Police spokesperson said.  EMS crews responded and pronounced the duo dead at the scene. Initial investigation suggested they were hit by a train, but that was not be the case.  Instead, it was determined th…
Man, Woman Found Dead At Wollaston Station In Quincy: Transit Police Man, Woman Found Dead At Wollaston Station In Quincy: Transit Police
Man, Woman Found Dead At Wollaston Station In Quincy: Transit Police Red Line service was delayed after two people were found dead at Wollaston Station in Quincy, a Transit Police spokesperson tells Daily Voice. A train operator reported seeing two individuals, a man and a woman, on the northbound side of the tracks just north of Wollaston around 6 a.m. on Monday, Sept. 26, the spokesperson said.  EMS crews responded and pronounced the duo dead at the scene. Initial investigation suggested the duo was hit by a train, but that was not be the case.  The duo was said to be trespassing between North Quincy and Wollaston when they purposely placed their bodies …
Ex-Stoughton Police Officers Had 'Disturbing' Relationships With Woman Until Her Death Ex-Stoughton Police Officers Had 'Disturbing' Relationships With Woman Until Her Death
Ex-Stoughton Police Officers Had 'Disturbing' Relationships With Woman Until Her Death The Stoughton Police Department said three former officers had inappropriate relations with a young girl who later killed herself while pregnant with one of the officer's child.  Sandra Birchmore, 23, was found dead inside her Canton apartment on February 4, 2021. Stoughton Police launched an internal investigation the next day to determine if any misconduct was carried out by officers. What unfolded was a “deeply disturbing pattern of behavior," according to Stoughton Police Chief Donna McNamara.  "Our investigation discovered that Matthew Farwell exploited Miss. Birchmore, a young woman,…
Search Continues For Jumper Who Leapt Off Cape Cod's Sagamore Bridge Search Continues For Jumper Who Leapt Off Cape Cod's Sagamore Bridge
Search Continues For Jumper Who Leapt Off Cape Cod's Sagamore Bridge Massachusetts State Police along with Bourne Police and Bourne Fire were looking for a person who apparently jumped off the Sagamore Bridge on Cape Cod, the department said on Twitter.  Our Marine Unit, Dive Team, and Air Wing, along with @BournePD and @BourneFireCC, are searching the Cape Cod Canal for a person who is suspected of having jumped off the Sagamore Bridge in Bourne earlier this morning. Updates will be provided when available and appropriate. pic.twitter.com/9s9M4oLjgH — Mass State Police (@MassStatePolice) September 9, 2022 MSP's Marine Unit and Dive Team were searching …
Vigil Held For Female Victim Of Lynn Family Murder/Suicide Vigil Held For Female Victim Of Lynn Family Murder/Suicide
Vigil Held For Female Victim Of Lynn Family Murder/Suicide A community came together to pay tribute to a woman who was the victim of a triple murder and suicide in Lynn last month. A candle light vigil for Khosay Sharifi, a 31-year-old woman who shot three of her family members before taking her own life, was held at High Rock Tower in Lynn on Friday evening, Sept. 2. As many of you know Lynn had a very sad tragic event happen last week . So with permission from the proper authorities... Posted by Heather Colahan on Monday, August 29, 2022 Residents including members of the Sharifi family and several of her co-workers attended, Itemlive report…
(UPDATE) Husband Takes Own Life After Killing Wife At Cape Cod Home: DA (UPDATE) Husband Takes Own Life After Killing Wife At Cape Cod Home: DA
(Update) Husband Takes Own Life After Killing Wife At Cape Cod Home: DA A murder/suicide investigation is underway in one Cape Cod community after authorities determined that a man killed his wife and then himself.  Police responded to a reported assault inside a home at 66 Murrays Way in Hyannis around 2:48 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 2, the Cape & Islands District Attorney’s Office said.  Upon arrival, officers found Aline De Lima Ferreira De Castro, age 38, and Luiz Castro, Jr., age 44, dead inside. Initial investigation suggests Castro killed his wife with a knife and then hung himself, the office reports.  The couple'…
Ipswich Man, 70, Killed After Intentionally Stepping In Front Of Train: MBTA Ipswich Man, 70, Killed After Intentionally Stepping In Front Of Train: MBTA
Ipswich Man, 70, Killed After Intentionally Stepping In Front Of Train: MBTA A 70-year-old Ipswich died Tuesday morning, Aug. 16, after authorities said he intentionally stepped in front of an oncoming train.  The man was walking along MBTA property off of Linebrook Road around 9 a.m. when he stepped onto the tracks and stood in the way of the train, MBTA officials said in an email to Salem News.  He was still alive when officers arrived, and they provided what medical aid they could until paramedics rushed him to Beverly Hospital, where doctors pronounced him dead when he arrived, Ipswich police said.  They did not release the man's name. 
PETA Honors Massachusetts State Police K9 Killed In Fitchburg Standoff PETA Honors Massachusetts State Police K9 Killed In Fitchburg Standoff
PETA Honors Massachusetts State Police K9 Killed In Fitchburg Standoff Animal rights group PETA said it would honor Frankie, the Massachusetts State Police dog killed in the line of duty last month.  Frankie was fatally shot during a stand-off with a 38-year-old wanted man in Fitchburg on July 26. Matthew Mack barricaded himself inside his apartment and refused to come outside despite pleas from his family and police negotiators. When talks broke down, officials sent Frankie and his handler, Trooper David Stucenski, in to try and arrest Mack. But he saw them as they approached the back door and fired several shots. Police rushed him to an emergency veterinaria…
Mom Accused Of Killing 3 Kids Had Been Cited For Providing Illegal Day Care In Connecticut Mom Accused Of Killing 3 Kids Had Been Cited For Providing Illegal Day Care In Connecticut
Mom Accused Of Killing 3 Kids Had Been Cited For Providing Illegal Day Care In Connecticut The Connecticut mother who allegedly killed her three children before hanging herself was recently cited twice by the state for providing illegal daycare services. The apparent triple murder-suicide in Fairfield County happened on Wednesday, July 27 in Danbury, on Whaley Street. The children, Junior Panjon, age 12, Joselyn Panjon, age 10, and Jonael Panjon, age 5, were found by police after the department received a request for a welfare check from a distraught and crying person, said Det. Capt. Mark Williams. According to Williams, the three all appear to have died by strangulation …
GoFundMe Created For Man Accused Of Killing K9 Frankie In Central Mass Standoff GoFundMe Created For Man Accused Of Killing K9 Frankie In Central Mass Standoff
GoFundMe Created For Man Accused Of Killing K9 Frankie In Central Mass Standoff The father of the man who police say killed a Massachusetts State K9 officer named Frankie before turning the gun on himself has started a GoFundMe to pay for his son's funeral.  Matthew Mack committed suicide Monday, July 26, after an hours-long standoff with police and SWAT team members, Massachusetts State Police said. During the siege, the 38-year-old shot and killed the 11-year-old Belgian Malinois as the dog and his handler moved in to arrest him, police said. No one else was injured.  Moses Mack, Matthew's father, said in a GoFundMe campaign that his son struggled with mental issues…
Quincy Man Fatally Shot Himself During Hours-Long Police Standoff In Andover Quincy Man Fatally Shot Himself During Hours-Long Police Standoff In Andover
Quincy Man Fatally Shot Himself During Hours-Long Police Standoff In Andover A man from Quincy fatally shot himself during a late-night standoff with police in Andover, authorities said.  Anthony Miele, age 49, was wanted in connection with multiple bank robberies in southeastern Massachusetts, according to Massachusetts State Police. A Be On The Look Out (BOLO) alert was issued for Miele as a result. A State Trooper then noticed Miele inside a parked vehicle outside the Digital Federal Credit Union on Broadway in Methuen just before 7 p.m. on Tuesday, July 19, police said. The Trooper began following Miele as he drove away. They then tried to s…