New Bedford Police News
Retired Sgt. Ralph Gioiosa passes away
We are sorry to report that retired New Bedford Police Sgt. Ralph Gioiosa, Jr., 87, of Fairhaven died November 4, 2018 unexpectedly at St. Luke’s…
Beware of calls requesting credit card information
The City of New Bedford Treasurer’s Office reports that residents are receiving calls from people claiming to represent the treasurer’s office. The caller tells them…
NBPD adds to the fun of fun run at Ashley School
We were happy to participate Friday, Oct. 19 at the fun run at Ashley School. The run, sponsored by the parent-teacher organization PATHS (Parents and…
Prescription Drug Take Back Day is Oct. 27 at police headquarters
New Bedford Police will collect unwanted and expired prescription medications from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 27, during National Prescription Drug Take Back…
Community Policing Week celebrated
This is a great week for the New Bedford Police Department and our counterparts across the state. Gov. Charlie Baker has proclaimed Oct. 15-21 as…
Artwork done by public safety officials on display at UMass downtown
The men and women who work in public safety see it all in their day to day work, from the great rewards of helping people…
Signs honor heroes of New Bedford Police Department
Visitors to three of our New Bedford Police stations will soon see new signs over the entryway. Chief Joseph Cordeiro purchased signs created by retired…
Alden Court honors first responders
Thanks to the folks at Alden Court Nursing and Rehab Center of Fairhaven for honoring local first responders, including New Bedford Police, at the First…
Women’s Center honors NBPD domestic violence unit
The Women’s Center of New Bedford honored the New Bedford Police Department Domestic Violence Unit with its civic partner award Sept. 25. “For more than…
Participants wanted to perk up Coffee with a Cop Oct. 3
Have you ever wanted to talk to a police officer about your concerns? Learn more about their work? All while savoring a great cup of…
Bike, property auction Sept. 22
The New Bedford Police Department is hosting an auction of bicycles and other unclaimed property at 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 22 at New Bedford…
Cadets graduate from academy, to be sworn in Sept. 17
New Bedford Police cadets, front from left, Jonathan Fagundes, Gerald Harris Jr., Adam Amaro, Jessica Nicoli, Nathaniel Goncalo and Justice Andrade graduated Friday, Sept. 14…
Officer Nathan Pimentel receives prestigious award for heroic actions
Congratulations to Officer Nathan Pimentel, who received the prestigious Medal of Valor Sept. 12 at the 93rd annual training conference of the New England Association…
NBPD sergeants complete leadership program
Congratulations to our sergeants who completed the 12-day Bristol County Law Enforcement Leadership Program. The program is sponsored by Bristol Community College in partnership with…
Lt. Scott Carola’s artwork showcased at Gallery X
Lt. Scott Carola is a man of many talents. In addition to working as a detective in the New Bedford Police Department, he is also…
School shooting survivors to speak at UMass Dartmouth
Parkland, Fla. school shooting survivors David Hogg and Jaclyn Corin from Never Again MSD will be guest speakers at Engaging Student Voices: A Focus on…
Former NHL All-Star shares fight with opioids at Oct. 14 event
Kevin Stevens was a tough and talented hockey player _ but his biggest battle was off the ice, with opioid addiction. And after years of…
Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign under way
The New Bedford Police Department will increase impaired driving patrols on local roads over the next three weeks with grant funds from the Highway Safety…
Scam warning issued about calls claiming to be from IRS
The New Bedford Police Department is warning residents to be aware of scammers who are calling people at random and claiming to be from the…
National Night Out Aug. 7 unites police, public
NEW BEDFORD _ The community is invited to join with public safety representatives to celebrate National Night Out Against Crime from 4:30-8 p.m. Tuesday, Aug.…