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NEW BEDFORD — Two men were arrested after a routine surveillance operation in the city’s South End led to the discovery of fentanyl, cocaine, cash, and a loaded firearm. On Friday, July 25th, Detective Nathan Almeida was conducting surveillance near Delano Street. At approximately 7:15 p.m., he observed a known drug dealer, also known to…

NEW BEDFORD, MA – A New Bedford man has been arrested in connection with an ongoing investigation led by New Bedford Police detectives into the recent theft of collectible Pokémon cards. On July 8th, officers responded to a breaking and entering at 1st Edition Collectibles, located on Purchase Street. The suspect had stolen numerous high-value…

The New Bedford Police Department is proud to welcome Chief Jason Thody, who officially began his role as Chief of Police on Monday, July 14. Chief Thody brings 28 years of law enforcement experience, having retired as Chief of the Hartford Police Department. Over the course of his career, he rose through the ranks from…

NEW BEDFORD — A woman has been charged with animal cruelty after officers discovered two deceased cats in her vehicle, which had been left in extreme heat. On Tuesday, July 15th, Officers Tyler White and Edwin Yat Toj were patrolling the South End sector of the city when they responded to Seabra Foods on Rockdale…

Hi my name is Officer Andy Soares, I’m 32 years old, I’m from the City of New Bedford born and raised, and I’ve been a police officer with the New Bedford Police Department for about a year and a half now. Growing up, I loved superheroes, as nerdy as it sounds. I grew up like,…

NEW BEDFORD — Two juveniles were arrested after officers responded to an incident Tuesday night that left one man injured. On July 8th, officers responded to a report of a stabbing at Custom House Square. Upon arrival, they located a 63-year-old man suffering from non-life-threatening stab wounds. The victim reported that he had been robbed…

NEW BEDFORD — Two individuals were arrested on firearm and alcohol charges following a disturbance near a vehicle. On Friday, June 21st, Officer Matthew Costa was patrolling the north-end sector of the city when he responded to the area of Downey Street involving several individuals reportedly arguing. Upon speaking with the driver, identified as CAROLINE…

  NEW BEDFORD – Several New Bedford police officers were recognized Monday morning for their exceptional ability to de-escalate high-intensity situations through communication, empathy, and professionalism. The awards were presented during a ceremony at the New Bedford Whaling Museum, attended by friends, family, and community leaders, who also viewed footage of the events that led…

NEW BEDFORD — Two people, including a juvenile, have been arrested after detectives recovered two firearms in the south end. On Saturday, May 31st, Detectives Stephanie Connolly and Matthew Couture were operating in the south end sector of the city, targeting street-level narcotics. At 3:30 p.m., Detectives Connolly and Couture were driving on S. Second…

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