September 18, 2017 –Springfield- On April 15, 1992, twenty-four year old Lisa Ziegert, who taught at a local middle school, was abducted during the early evening hours while working at her second job at a card shop in Agawam. She was reported missing to police the next morning, on April 16, 1992, by the store’s […]
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Demetrius Moore Arraigned in Connection with Double Murder
September 14, 2017 -Springfield- Hampden District Attorney Anthony D. Gulluni announced today the arrest and arraignment of Demetrius Moore, 26, of Springfield, for his suspected role in the murders of Chauncy Marshall, 31, and Warren Payne, 27, both of Springfield. Moore was arrested in the early morning hours of Thursday morning by the Massachusetts State Police. […]
Investigation into Chicopee Homicide Continues
September 12, 2017 -Springfield- The investigation into the death of Mr. Jafet Robles, 33, of Springfield continues after the deceased’s remains were discovered early Monday morning by employees of the City of Chicopee. Investigators are asking for anyone who may have information regarding this investigation to anonymously utilize Text-A-Tip, text the word CRIMES (2-7-4-6-3-7) and type the word SOLVE into […]
Victim of Chicopee Homicide Identified
September 11, 2017 -Springfield- On September 11, 2017 the Chicopee Police Department and the Massachusetts State Police Detective Unit Assigned to the Hampden District Attorney’s Office responded to suspicious death in the vicinity of 229 Bemis Road in Chicopee. Responding officers observed that it appeared the deceased had been shot multiple times. The victim has been […]
2010 First Degree Murder Convictions of Swinkels Laporte and Maxwell Wiggins Upheld by SJC
September 8, 2017 -Springfield- Hampden District Attorney Anthony D. Gulluni announced today the 2010 murder convictions of Swinkles Laporte and Maxwell Wiggins has been upheld by the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court. Hampden District Attorney Anthony D. Gulluni stated, “I am pleased to announce the affirmation of these 2010 murder convictions. The dedicated and commendable work […]
Victim of Springfield Crash Identified
September 6, 2017 -Springfield- On Sunday, September 3, 2017 the Springfield Police Department responded to a crash involving a motor vehicle on Berkshire Avenue in Springfield. The victim of the crash has been identified as Mr. Brandon Robert, 25, of Westfield, MA. The crash remains under investigation by the Springfield Police Department and the Motor […]
Victim of Shooting Incident Passes Away
September 6, 2017 -Springfield- On Monday, September 4, 2017 the Major Crimes Unit of the Springfield Police Department responded to a report of multiple gunshot victims who were privately transported to Baystate Medical Center. One of the shooting victims has passed away. He has been identified as Mr. David Correa, 28; his address has yet […]
Hampden District Attorney Touts Governor’s Bill Updating Drug and Witness Protection Laws as Essential to Enhancing Public Safety
September 5, 2017 -Springfield- Hampden District Attorney Anthony D. Gulluni announced today his support for Governor Charlie Baker’s, “An Act Updating Laws Relating to Dangerous Drugs and Protecting Witnesses.” Hampden District Attorney Anthony D. Gulluni stated, “Governor Baker’s bill looks to update our current laws to keep pace with an evolving society and the challenges […]
2,000 Bags of Heroin Along With a Handgun Seized During Drug Investigation
August 16, 2017 -Holyoke- Hampden District Attorney Anthony D. Gulluni announced today the arrest of Miguel Sanchez-Martinez, 26, of Holyoke on alleged charges of: Trafficking Heroin 36-100 grams, Possession of a Firearm without an FID, Improper Storage of a Firearm, and Possession of Ammunition without an FID Card. The investigation was carried out by the […]
Ivan Ramos; Suspect in Holyoke Double Homicide, Turns Himself In
August 10, 2017 -Holyoke- Hampden District Attorney Anthony D. Gulluni announced today, Ivan Ramos, 19, of Holyoke, wanted in connection to two homicides that occurred in Holyoke on August 7, 2017 has turned himself to authorities at the Holyoke Police Department. On Monday, August 7, 2017 at approximately 1:06 a.m., officers from the Holyoke Police Department […]