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Bristol PD: A stolen golf cart and two arrests
Bristol police made two arrests and investigated claims involving a stolen golf cart and a suspicious drone between Jan. 23-30, 2023. more
The Audio-visual training segment of the class was most informative, and put civilians through a simulated police experience where their instincts were tested.
Simulation training gives civilians a police perspective
Last Thursday night, the Bristol Police Dept. began the first of its 10-week simulated training program which aims to help those taking part to better understand the intricacies of law enforcement. more
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Bristol PD: Police make two domestic violence arrests
Bristol Police made two arrests for domestic violence offenses and responded to other quality of life issues between Jan. 9-16, 2023. more
The Honorable Pamela Woodcock Pfeiffer, R.I. District Court Associate Judge (far left) administered the Oath of Office to the 2023 Rhode Island Police Chiefs Association officers, headed by new president Kevin Lynch (2nd from left).
Bristol's Kevin Lynch sworn is as Police Chiefs president
Bristol Police Chief Kevin M. Lynch was sworn in as the new president of the Rhode Island Police Chiefs Association. more
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Jefferey Eutsay at a recent meet with the Mt. Hope wrestling team.
Mt. Hope wrestling coach arrested on domestic violence charges
Jefferey Eutsay, the head coach of the Mt. Hope High School wrestling team, was arrested on Jan. 15 for three counts of domestic violence, including one felony count. He has been placed on administrative leave. more
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The incident was caught on video, and tips from the public assisted police in identifying the suspect.
Tips help Bristol police identify hit and run suspect
Bristol Police have identified and cited a suspect in a hit and run incident that grabbed attention due to the event being caught on video. more
Man arrested for possessing firearm after backing into police-only parking lot
A Massachusetts man was arrested last week after he backed into the restricted parking lot for Bristol police vehicles while in possession of a firearm. more
This example of vandalism was scratched into the window of the Bristol Post Office on Hope Street.
Bristol police investigating downtown vandalism
The Bristol Police Department is looking into an uptick in public vandalism incidents, occurring largely in the main downtown areas of Hope Street. And they could use your help. more
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Bristol Police Lt. Steven St. Pierre has been recognized with the Rhode Island Police Chiefs’ Association's 2021 Exemplary Service Award.
Bristol officer awarded for exemplary service
Lt. Steven St. Pierre was presented with the Rhode Island Police Chiefs’ Association’s Exemplary Service Award at the association’s trade show on Tuesday, Nov. 15. more
Bristol PD make arrests after fight with pepper-spray and airsoft gun
Three men are expected to be arrested for their role in an altercation that involved pepper spray and a non-lethal CO2 gun. more
Bristol police officers demo body cameras earlier this year during a pilot program.
Police and schools shed more light on camera policies
Some school committee members were not aware of the agreement allowing Bristol school resources officers to use the cameras in schools until very recently. more
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Bristol police officers from left, Mike Kelly, Det. John Nappi, Sgt. Tim Gallison and Tyler Carreiro learn to fly a drone that will be used for police work during the parade and other events.
Bristol PD now has an eye in the sky
A new drone will supplement the Bristol Police Department's ability to respond to a variety of situations and keep personnel safer. more
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Bristol PD: Fight at Mt. Hope ends in three teen arrests
Bristol police responded to a fight at Mt. Hope High School and assisted on multiple deer-related calls between Oct. 31 and Nov. 6, 2022. more
Bristol PD: A suspicious sendoff for a pet snake
Bristol police received multiple reports of stolen catalytic converters and came across a makeshift coffin for a deceased pet snake. more
Bristol police disperse more loud parties, make arrests
Bristol PD broke up multiple loud parties in addition to assisting residents and a cat on the bike path between Oct. 10-17, 2022. more
Sgt. Brian Morse (left) and patrolman Sean Gonsalves demonstrate the use of Axon body cameras, which will now be utilized by all Bristol police officers thanks to a state and federal grant.
Bristol PD now ready for their closeup
Last week, the Bristol Police Department learned that they would be receiving $341,250 in state and federal grant money to outfit 39 Bristol Police officers with body cameras. more
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A screen capture of the female suspect in the Walgreens counterfeit bill case.
East Providence Police seek suspects in counterfeit case
EAST PROVIDENCE — East Providence Police investigators are seeking the input of the public in their attempt to apprehend two people alleged to have passed counterfeit currency at a local … more
A screen capture from surveillance footage showing the suspect vehicle, a dark-colored Acura MDX, in a hit and run that occurred on Bulgarmarsh Road on Sunday, Sept. 11. Anyone with information on the vehicle is asked to contact Tiverton Police at 401-625-6717.
Tiverton police seek help locating SUV driver that critically injured man Sunday
Tiverton police need help identifying a vehicle believed to be involved in a hit-and-run accident that critically injured a pedestrian Sunday evening. Police and fire crews were dispatched to … more
After requiring smaller groups due to Covid, this summer marked a return to normal, with groups of 33 campers in the first week and 37 in the second week.
Bristol Police Youth Leadership Camp returns to pre-Covid roots
Now in its fifth year, the camp format is finally back to what it was originally intended to be — a place where kids gain confidence and leadership skills. more
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Bristol PD: Shoplifters and a supermarket scuffle
Bristol Police activity from July 25-31, 2022. more
Bristol PD: Slashed tires, a gas station fight and a nude shoreline stroller
Bristol Police activity from July 11-17, 2022. more
A reader submitted a photo of three versions of a flier found throughout downtown Bristol on July 5 and 6. We have blocked out the contact information provided on the fliers.
Bristol Police investigating white nationalist fliers
The Bristol Police Department is investigating the origin of fliers found along the Bristol 4th of July parade route that advertise a self-proclaimed “pro-white” New England nationalist social club. more
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One view of the suspect from Rockland Trust robbery.
Seekonk Police seek assistance IDing recent robbery suspects
SEEKONK — The Seekonk Police Department is attempting to identify the suspects in a series of recent robberies on and around the heavily trafficked commercial locations of Route 6. Suspect … more
Bristol PD: A week of unruly juveniles, illegal swimmers and domestic assaults
Bristol Police activity from June 20-27, 2022. more
Bristol PD: Multiple arrests and a speedy scooter
Bristol Police activity from May 16-23, 2022. more
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