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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

By Manny Correira | 1/19/23

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

By Ethan Hartley | 1/17/23

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

1/5/23

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

1/4/23

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

By Ethan Hartley | 12/14/22

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

11/24/22

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

11/23/22

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

By Scott Pickering | 11/23/22

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

By Christy Nadalin | 11/16/22

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

11/11/22

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

10/28/22

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

10/21/22

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

By Christy Nadalin | 10/21/22

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

10/21/22

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

9/12/22

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

By Christy Nadalin | 8/18/22

Bristol PD: Shoplifters and a supermarket scuffle

Bristol Police activity from July 25-31, 2022. more

8/5/22

Bristol PD: Slashed tires, a gas station fight and a nude shoreline stroller

Bristol Police activity from July 11-17, 2022. more

7/22/22

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

By Ethan Hartley | 7/14/22

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

7/9/22

Bristol PD: A week of unruly juveniles, illegal swimmers and domestic assaults

Bristol Police activity from June 20-27, 2022. more

7/1/22

Bristol PD: Multiple arrests and a speedy scooter

Bristol Police activity from May 16-23, 2022. more

5/27/22

Bristol PD: A high school fight ends in two arrests

Bristol Police activity from May 9-16, 2022. more

5/20/22

Sgt. Brian Morse (left) and patrolman Sean Gonsalves demonstrate the use of Axon body cameras that can be bought through a state grant.

Bristol Police demo new body camera technology

While waiting to see about state funding the cameras, the Bristol Police Department has launched a 30-day demo/pilot program, with a couple of officers on each shift volunteering to wear the technology. more

By Christy Nadalin | 5/13/22

Bristol PD: Two deceased dogs (that weren’t dogs)

Bristol Police activity from March 14-21, 2022. more

3/25/22