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Chief of Police Paul Oliveira

Chief Paul Oliveira Announces Retirement

February 18, 2025

  To All, After 32 years of dedicated service to the City of New Bedford’s Police Department, I will be retiring from my position as…

Violent Offender Arrested with Firearm

February 14, 2025

New Bedford, MA — On February 11th, detectives assigned to the Organized Crime Intelligence Bureau were conducting surveillance in the city’s North End, targeting street-level…

West-End Foot Pursuit Leads to Gun Seizure

February 4, 2025

New Bedford, MA — On Jan. 31st, detectives assigned to the Organized Crime Intelligence Bureau were conducting surveillance in the central sector of the city,…

Two Men Arrested Following North-End Drug Deal

January 28, 2025

New Bedford, MA — On Thursday, January 23rd, detectives made two arrests following a suspected drug transaction in the area of 1261 Church Street. At…

Two Arrested, Including Juvenile, in North End Firearm Seizure and Pursuit

January 24, 2025

New Bedford, MA — New Bedford detectives have placed two males including a juvenile under arrest for possession of a firearm. On Thursday, January 23rd,…

Two Men Arrested for Gun and Drug Charges Following Raid

January 17, 2025

New Bedford, MA — On Monday, Jan. 13th, detectives concluded their investigation into a fentanyl distribution being operated out of 192 Belleville Road APT. #1E…

Good Luck, Cadets!

January 13, 2025

Hi everyone, my name is Holly, I’m the Media Relations Specialist for the New Bedford Police Department, and I’m the one usually behind the camera…

Early Morning Shooting Leads to Evening Arrest

December 20, 2024

New Bedford, MA — Police have made an arrest in an early morning shooting that took place at a local fast-food restaurant. On December 19th,…

Another Fugitive Apprehension Leads to Gun and Drug Seizure

December 18, 2024

New Bedford, MA — For the second time in a week, detectives have placed a wanted person into custody and taken a gun, as well…

Search for Wanted Male Leads to Significant Drug and Gun Arrest

December 16, 2024

New Bedford, MA — Detectives have placed a wanted male into custody and have taken a gun, as well as a sizeable amount of narcotics,…

New Bedford Police Arrest Pickpocket Suspect and Issue Safety Warning to Holiday Shoppers

December 5, 2024

This holiday season, while the excitement fills the air, it’s crucial to remember that the holiday rush often leads to an uptick in criminal activity.…

GPS Monitored Offender Arrested with Gun and Drugs

November 19, 2024

New Bedford, MA — On November 14th, detectives assigned to the Organized Crime Intelligence Bureau were attempting to stop a vehicle that fled from them…

14-Year-Old Shooting Suspect Arrested with a Firearm

November 15, 2024

New Bedford, MA — Detectives have placed a 14-year-old shooting suspect under arrest and recovered a firearm in his possession. On Tuesday, November 12th, detectives…

Repeat Offender Arrested Again by Police

November 7, 2024

New Bedford, MA — A repeat offender with 84 prior adult arraignments was re-arrested this week on firearm charges by New Bedford Police Detectives. The…

NBPD Spotlight — S1 E6: “I knew that it was a department that I would be proud to serve, because they were there for me when I needed it most.”

October 31, 2024

“Officer Anthony Lopes. I’ve been with New Bedford since May of this year, and I was born and raised in New Bedford.” “Growing up in…

Repeat Offender Arrested on County Street with a Gun

October 28, 2024

Detectives have taken a gun off the street and put a repeat offender behind bars. On Monday, Oct. 21, detectives were conducting surveillance in the…

Second Arrest Made in Blue-Meadows Shooting Incident

October 23, 2024

New Bedford, MA — Detectives have taken a second man into custody for a shooting in the Blue Meadows housing development that occurred last month.…

Fall River Probationer Arrested with Gun Following Downtown Fight

October 4, 2024

New Bedford, MA – Patrol officers have taken a man into custody after finding him in possession of crack cocaine and a loaded handgun. During…

Blue Meadows Shooting Suspect in Costody, Firearm Seized

October 4, 2024

New Bedford, MA — Detectives have taken a man into custody for a recent shooting and seized a handgun in the process. Last week, on…

Detectives Arrest Man on Probation with Illegal Guns and Crack

October 2, 2024

New Bedford, MA – Detectives have seized drugs and firearms following a north-end drug raid. On Saturday, Sept. 28th, detectives concluded their investigation into a…