NBPD Crime Report
Three Guns Seized, Three Arrested by New Bedford Police Detectives
New Bedford, MA – Three firearms have been taken off the streets and three people are behind bars following several arrests early this week by New Bedford police detectives. On Monday, Det. Emily Pacheco concluded her investigation into a cocaine distribution service which resulted in the execution of a search warrant for 40 Roosevelt Street…
Read MoreLocal Man Arrested with Cocaine and Firearm
New Bedford, MA — Narcotics detectives have placed a local man under arrest following an investigation into his narcotics activity. On April 24th, Detective Nathaniel Almeida concluded his investigation into a cocaine delivery service, which culminated in a search warrant execution at 341 North Street, Apt #1. The target of the investigation was BRANDON DELGADO,…
Read MoreNew Bedford Police Announce Historic Seizure of Cocaine
New Bedford, MA — On May 1st, Detective Jonathan Miranda concluded his investigation into a cocaine delivery service, which culminated in the execution of three search warrants. One for 385 Farm St., apartment #2, one for 189 Deane St., apartment #1, and one for a 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee connected to the target of the…
Read MoreThree Arrests and a Gun Seizure Following North-End Distrubance
New Bedford, MA — Patrol officers have taken an illegal firearm off the streets and placed three adults under arrest. On April 22nd, around 6:30 PM, north-end units responded to 189 Deane Street in response to a group disturbing in the rear yard. Upon arrival, Ofc. George Coto observed the group, one of whom was wearing…
Read MoreSuspect Quickly Apprehended Following Shooting Incident
New Bedford, MA — A local man has been taken into custody following a shooting incident yesterday on Austin Street. On April 29th, at around 2:30 PM, officers responded to the area of Austin Street near County Street regarding an adult male gunshot victim. The male was transported to the hospital for emergency treatment. While…
Read MoreDrunk Driving Arrest Leads to Firearm Seizure
New Bedford, MA — Patrol officers have taken a Providence man into custody following a late-night traffic stop this past weekend. On April 14th, at around 3 AM, officers were investigating the erratic operation of a vehicle that had stopped on Norwell St. The suspect, Mr. ELIEZER MELERO, 27, of Sumster St. in…
Read MoreTwo Arrests Made Following Attempted Moped Theft
New Bedford, MA — Patrol officers arrested two suspects after attempting to steal a moped in a south-end plaza. On April 7th, at around noon, south-end patrol units responded to a call for two males wearing ski masks involved in an assault in the area of the Seabra parking lot. Upon arrival, it was learned…
Read MoreLocal Couple Arrested on Fentanyl Trafficking Charges
New Bedford, MA –– New Bedford narcotics detectives have made an arrest following a significant seizure of fentanyl and cash. On April 4th, Detective Jonathan Miranda concluded his investigation into a fentanyl distribution operation, which culminated in a search warrant execution at 164 Richmond St. The targets of the investigation were 40-year-old ANTONIO CONCEPCION-DIAZ and…
Read MoreLocal Man Arrested with Quarter Kilo of Cocaine
New Bedford, MA — Detectives have placed a man under arrest for trafficking in cocaine following an investigation into his activities. On Monday, April 1, at around 11 p.m., Det. Nathaniel Almeida concluded his investigation into a cocaine distribution service being operated out of 89 Barrett Street. The target of the investigation was ANDRES GALVAN…
Read MoreSuspect Arrested following North-End Shooting
New Bedford, MA – A local man has been placed under arrest following a shooting in the north-end sector. On Monday, April 1, at around 9:30 p.m., patrol units were called to the Earle Street/Ashley Boulevard intersection regarding a hit-and-run accident involving a man with a gun. It was then reported that shots had been…
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