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Inmate Receives Over Four-Year Sentence for the Prison Murder of Notorious Boston Mobster James ‘Whitey’ Bulger

Boston, MA – A federal court has imposed a sentence exceeding four years on an inmate charged with the prison slaying of notorious Boston gangster James “Whitey” Bulger. The inmate, found guilty of voluntary manslaughter, was handed this sentence amidst heavy security and a courtroom filled with interested onlookers. James Bulger, infamous for his notorious leadership of the Winter Hill Gang and his role in numerous criminal activities including racketeering, murder, and extortion, met a …

Mistrial Declared in High-Profile Case Against Woman Accused of Killing Boston Police Officer

Boston, MA — A Massachusetts judge has declared a mistrial in the high-profile murder case against Karen Read, after a jury reported it was deadlocked following over 26 hours of deliberations. The trial, which gripped national interest for its sensational narrative, ended abruptly when the jury could not unite on a verdict concerning the death of Boston police officer John O’Keefe in 2022. Judge Beverly J. Cannone made the announcement in court on Monday, leading …

Dramatic Turn in Karen Read Trial: Defense Alleges Framing in Boston Officer’s Death

DEDHAM, Mass. – The trial of Karen Read continues to unfold as she faces allegations of murdering her boyfriend, John O’Keefe, a 46-year-old Boston police officer. The incident, which occurred outside a home in Canton in January 2022, involved Read allegedly striking O’Keefe with her SUV following a heated argument. Read, who has pleaded not guilty, is defended by lawyers who argue that she was framed in a cover-up by law enforcement officers. Prosecutors counter …

Violent Attack Leaves Four Injured Near Boston Common – Police Investigation Ongoing

Boston, Massachusetts – In a late-night incident near the iconic Boston Common, four individuals were left injured after a violent attack on Thursday. Boston police responded to a reported stabbing on Park Street at 11:49 p.m. Upon arrival, they discovered that four people had sustained various injuries. One victim was found with a superficial stab wound to the abdomen, while another had suffered stab wounds to their hand. Additionally, one person had a broken right …

Boston Common Attack Leaves Four Injured, Police Investigating

Boston, Massachusetts – Police in Boston are currently investigating a violent attack that occurred late on Thursday night near Boston Common, leaving four individuals injured. Authorities responded to a call reporting a stabbing on Park Street around 11:49 p.m. Upon arrival, they discovered four victims with various injuries. One victim sustained a superficial stab wound to the abdomen, while another suffered from stab wounds in their hand. Additionally, one individual had a broken right wrist, …

Charged: Boston Man with History of Guilty Convictions Accused in Alleged Charles River Machete Attack

Boston, MA – A Boston man with a history of guilty convictions finds himself facing charges in connection to an alleged machete attack near the Charles River. The incident has sent shockwaves through the community, raising concerns about public safety and the prevalence of violent crimes in the area. Authorities have identified the suspect as a repeat offender known for previous run-ins with the law. This latest incident has brought renewed attention to the criminal …

MBTA Station Stabbing: South Boston Man Held Without Bail for Violent Attack

Boston, Massachusetts – A South Boston man with an extensive criminal record is being held without bail for his alleged involvement in a violent attack at an MBTA station on June 4. Thomas Digaetano, 42, faces charges of assault to murder and assault and battery with a dangerous weapon, drawing attention to his 22-page criminal history with various open cases in South Boston, including charges of assault and battery, strangulation, and kidnapping. According to Suffolk …

MBTA Station Stabbing: South Boston Man Held Without Bail after Violent Attack

Boston, Massachusetts – A South Boston man with a extensive criminal history is being held without bail for his alleged involvement in a violent attack at an MBTA station on June 4. 42-year-old Thomas Digaetano faces charges of assault to murder and assault and battery with a dangerous weapon. According to Suffolk County District Attorney Kevin Hayden, Digaetano has a lengthy criminal record, including five open cases in South Boston involving offenses such as assault …

Machete-Wielding Convicted Rapist Arrested for Brutal Boston Bridge Attack

Boston, MA – A convicted rapist faced assault charges after attacking a man with a machete under Boston’s Longfellow Bridge last month, authorities revealed on Thursday. The victim, covered in blood with severe head injuries, was discovered on Storrow Drive on the night of May 23, as reported by the Suffolk District Attorney’s Office. Charles Selph, identified as the perpetrator, was apprehended in Boston four days later. Good Samaritans who stopped to help the injured …

Attempted Rape Suspect Sentenced to Prison After Violent Attack in South Boston

South Boston, Massachusetts – A man from North Carolina has been sentenced to prison for a violent attack and attempted rape on a woman in South Boston in 2020. Glen Mumford, 57, received a sentence of two and a half to three years for an assault with intent to rape charge, along with two years of probation for assault and battery. The incident occurred on December 8, 2020, at the Old Colony housing project. Authorities …